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Growth Venture Fund
Late-stage equity support for innovative companies
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
Growth Venture Fund is a $500 million late-stage equity investment program for Canadian venture-backed companies. It supports innovation-based businesses with strong potential for meaningful scale. Eligible opportunities include primary or secondary issuances in AI, machine learning, blockchain, TravelTech, and MarTech.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- $ 10,000,000 minimum revenue
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Venture-backed Canadian companies.
- Companies seeking venture funding with revenues of $10 million or more.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Additional information
- It continues and expands the mandate of the previous Funds I and II.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Growth Venture Fund Program
What is the Growth Venture Fund?
Growth Venture Fund is a $500 million late-stage equity investment program for Canadian venture-backed companies. It supports innovation-based businesses with strong potential for meaningful scale. Eligible opportunities include primary or secondary issuances in AI, machine learning, blockchain, TravelTech, and MarTech.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Growth Venture Fund program?
To be eligible for the Growth Venture Fund program, you must:
The applicant must be a venture-backed Canadian company.
The business must be late-stage, innovation-based, and seeking venture funding.
Revenues must be $10 million or more.
Who can I contact for more information about the Growth Venture Fund?
You can contact Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC).
Where is the Growth Venture Fund available?
The Growth Venture Fund program is available across Canada.
Is the Growth Venture Fund a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Growth Venture Fund is a Loans and Capital investments
Who are the financial supporters of the Growth Venture Fund?
Growth Venture Fund is funded by Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC)