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BDC Capital — Venture Capital
Last Update: March 24, 2026
Canada
Venture capital for Canadian technology companies
Loans and Capital investments
Overview
BDC Capital provides venture capital to help Canadian technology companies grow and scale. The platform supports eligible early- to late-stage businesses through equity investment and sector-focused funds.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Integrate new technologies
- Strengthening governance
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Open Date : June 15, 2022
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Information and cultural industries
- Finance and insurance
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- From $ 10,000,000 to $ 10,000,000 in revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Women
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Not Elsewhere Classified
Target groups
- Women & girls
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
- National
- International
Activities funded
- Early-stage venture investment in technology companies.
- Late-stage equity investment for scaling companies.
- Support for sector-specific innovation and commercialization.
- Indirect investment in venture capital and private equity funds.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 120,000
Develop a mentorship program for underrepresented entrepreneurs in the tech sector
$ 90,000
Create an inclusive workspace for artists
$ 60,000
Launch training sessions on unconscious bias and workplace diversity for Montreal-based companies
$ 140,000
Launch a startup incubator focused on women-led businesses
$ 150,000
Establish a venture capital fund to invest in minority-owned tech startups
$ 72,000
Implement a diversity-focused recruitment strategy for small businesses
Documents Needed
- Complete company presentation.
- Information on the key team.
- Basic financial information.
- Description of the project or fundraising round.
- List of competitors.
Eligibility
- Must be a Canadian company.
- Must operate in an innovative technology or growth-focused sector.
- Must match the stage and focus of a specific BDC Capital fund.
Who is eligible?
- Canadian technology companies
- Early-stage startups
- Growth-stage companies
- Women-led businesses
- Canadian venture-backed companies
Who is not eligible
- Companies outside Canada
- Businesses that do not fit the relevant fund’s sector or stage focus
- Companies seeking non-venture financing where a fund is closed to new investments
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Innovation and growth potential.
- Sector and fund fit.
- Stage of company.
- Scalability and market potential.
How to apply
1
Check eligibility
- Check that your company fits the fund’s target profile and sector focus.
- Confirm the relevant eligibility criteria, such as stage, revenues, or business model when applicable.
2
Prepare application
- Gather the information requested in the form, including contact details, business information, and fundraising details.
- Prepare any required project or company description, and attach a pitch deck when the form asks for it.
3
Submit form
- Complete the online questionnaire or application form for the selected fund.
- Review the information carefully before sending it, as some funds only review complete submissions.
4
Await review
- Wait for BDC Capital to review the submission in order of priority.
- Follow up only if contacted or if the fund requests additional information.
Processing and Agreement
- Review of the submitted form.
- Assessment of fit with the fund.
- Contact only if the company meets the criteria.
Additional information
- BDC Capital offers several venture funds across different stages and sectors.
- Some funds are closed to new investments and support existing portfolio companies only.
- The platform includes direct and indirect investment options.
