BDC Capital — Venture Capital
Canada
Venture Capital financing for Canadian entrepreneurs
grant_single|update January 24, 2025
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grant_single|eligibleFinancing
- grant_single|noCondition
grant_single|deadlines
- grant_single|openingDateJune 15, 2022
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Loans and Capital investments
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
grant_single|grantors
- Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC)
- Government of Canada
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grant_card_status|open
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Get financing and advice from venture capital investors to help you build and grow your business in Canada and internationally.
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This venture capital program is designed to support the development and growth of Canadian technology companies through strategic equity investments. The finance structure involves diverse funds targeted at various sectors and stages of business development.
- Equity investments tailored to the needs of technology entrepreneurs to facilitate business growth and innovation.
- Access to multiple targeted funds including Seed Venture Fund, Sustainability Venture Fund, Climate Tech Fund, and more.
- Provision for co-investments through specific Growth Venture Co-Investment Fund among others.
- Focused investments in underserved sectors, offering more opportunities for high-risk ventures.
- Diversified portfolio strategy ensuring extensive support across different industry sectors.
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$ 60,000
Launch training sessions on unconscious bias and workplace diversity for Montreal-based companies
$ 120,000
Develop a mentorship program for underrepresented entrepreneurs in the tech sector
$ 90,000
Create an inclusive workspace for artists
$ 140,000
Launch a startup incubator focused on women-led businesses
$ 72,000
Implement a diversity-focused recruitment strategy for small businesses
$ 150,000
Establish a venture capital fund to invest in minority-owned tech startups
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Canada's largest and most active venture capital investor, BDC Capital, offers various funds to support Canadian technology innovators. To be eligible for BDC Capital grants, companies must meet certain criteria:
- Must be a Canadian technology company
- Must be in sectors underserved by traditional funding sources
- Must demonstrate potential for growth and innovation
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
Generally, venture capital support from organizations like BDC is aimed towards Canadian technology innovators, especially those in underserved sectors or requiring long-term investment to achieve significant growth milestones. Entrepreneurs developing solutions in areas such as sustainability, climate technology, healthcare, industrial innovation, and IT are typically encouraged to apply. The investment is focused on building world-class Canadian companies with strong growth potential and differentiation in their respective markets.
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
There are eligible expenses for this grant, which include:
- Equity investment in Canadian technology innovators
- Expert advice and guidance for building world-class companies
- Access to a vast network to support growth and development
grant_single_labels|criteria
The evaluation and selection criteria for this grant include:
- Impact potential of the proposed project
- Strength of the business model
- Competitive landscape analysis
- Team expertise and track record
- Alignment with the fund's focus areas
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Here is additional relevant information for venture capital funding in the context:
- BDC Capital is Canada's largest and most active venture capital investor, emphasizing its extensive experience and longstanding presence in the technology sector.
- They are highly committed to investing in underserved sectors, illustrating a willingness to engage with higher-risk markets.
- BDC Capital boasts a broad network enabling them to provide unique opportunities and connections not commonly available to other investors.
- Numerous funds aim to target specific initiatives, such as women-led businesses, sustainability, and deep tech innovations.
- There is a clear focus on inclusivity and diversity, with designated resources and funds to support and empower diverse entrepreneurs and women in technology.
Apply to this program
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