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BDC Venture Capital helps Canadian entrepreneurs by acting as a lender, investor, and advisor, focusing on small and medium-sized businesses that drive the economy. It provides financing, equity investments, and advice to fill gaps left by private banks, especially in knowledge-based industries, exporters, and underserved groups such as women and Indigenous entrepreneurs. Its product mix includes loans and venture-capital investments, with online application and other support services. Unlike banks that lend based on collateral alone, BDC combines funding with expertise and guidance to help businesses grow, scale, and succeed. The goal is to be a financially self-sustaining Crown corporation that strengthens Canada's economy by supporting entrepreneurship with capital and knowledge, while promoting social and environmental performance as certified through B Corp."}ിച്ച്(training) -> end
About BDC Venture Capital
Industries
Consulting
Venture Capital
Government & Public Sector
Financial Services
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
$8.3B
Headquarters
Montreal, Canada
Founded
1944
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What believers are saying
- BDC launched a $1 billion Defence Platform allocation in September 2026.
- Helcim’s $53 million round and Photonic’s $200 million raise show active deployment.
- BDC’s 2026 plan targets $550 million to $650 million annual VC investments.
What critics are saying
- Canada’s late-stage funding gap leaves BDC dependent on foreign capital for scaleups.
- BDC’s VC arm reported $70.9 million revenue losses in fiscal 2026.
- Leadership churn, including Dominique Bélanger’s November 2025 exit, signals internal instability.
What makes BDC Venture Capital unique
- BDC is Canada’s largest VC investor, with 848 portfolio investments in fiscal 2026.
- Its Crown status lets BDC back sovereign sectors like defence, quantum, and life sciences.
- BDC combines direct checks, fund-of-funds, and advisory services across Canada.
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Funding
Total Funding
$8.3B
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Industry Average
Funded Over
0 Rounds
Benefits
Health Insurance
401(k) Company Match
401(k) Retirement Plan
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Hybrid Work Options
Wellness Program
Company News
Fertility brand Bird&Be has raised $13 million in funding led by BDC Thrive and BFG Partners, with participation from Bam Ventures, Founder Collective, Rejuvenation Ventures and HSR Ventures. The Toronto-based company, which offers at-home fertility tests and supplements for both partners, will use the capital for product development, clinical research and expansion across retail and healthcare channels. Bird&Be reached eight-figure revenue within three years, with sales growing nearly 100% year over year. Direct-to-consumer accounts for 85% of sales, whilst subscriptions represent 75% of DTC revenue. The brand expanded into more than 300 Ulta Beauty stores last year and now operates in nearly 1,000 locations. Founded in 2021 by CEO Samantha Diamond and COO Breanna Hughes, Bird&Be emphasises clinical rigour and addresses both male and female fertility factors.
Calgary-based Ultimarii has raised $13 million in combined equity and debt financing. BDC Capital's Industrial Innovation Venture Fund led the round, with participation from Mistral Venture Partners, Staircase Ventures and Alpaca VC. The National Research Council of Canada's Industrial Research Assistance Program is also providing funding. The startup develops AI tools that help regulatory agencies, law firms and companies in power, mining and energy industries manage regulatory and permitting applications. The system uses datasets from past government processes and human expertise. Doug Schweitzer, Alberta's former justice and innovation minister, founded Ultimarii in January 2024 with Josh Malate. The company plans to expand internationally, starting with US datasets.
Toronto's The Wellness Company (TWC) has secured nearly $1.6 million CAD in seed funding to develop consumer health applications. The round was led by BDC Capital's Seed Venture Fund, with participation from BKR Capital, Launch, and angel investors. Founded by Presh Dineshkumar and Dray Williams, TWC operates as a product studio creating health-focused mobile apps. The startup has launched four applications, including GoPolar for cold plunge tracking, SunSeek for sunlight monitoring, and Posture AI for mobility improvement. TWC's latest app, Tempo, is an AI companion that helps users create personalised health plans. The application integrates data from wearables and other TWC apps through iMessage to provide tracking and recommendations for goals like weight loss or improved sleep. The funding will support team expansion and further AI development. TWC reports over 10,000 paying customers across its applications.
Toronto-based deep technology startup Meissner has announced $2.6 million USD in pre-seed financing to find and develop the next generation of superconducting materials.
The Business Development Bank of Canada's growth venture unit has led a $53-million equity financing in Calgary-based payments processor Helcim, valuing the company at $250 million. This represents a significant increase from Helcim's $97-million valuation in its previous 2024 capital raise. The financing comes as Canadian banks exit the payments processing sector. Helcim CEO Nicolas Beique told The Globe and Mail the company experienced "a huge influx of business" after TD Bank sold its payments unit to Milwaukee-based Fiserv last year. The recent $2-billion sale of Moneris Solutions by RBC and BMO to Francisco Partners is expected to further accelerate Helcim's growth, as domestic merchants seek Canadian alternatives amidst data sovereignty concerns.
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About BDC Venture Capital
Industries
Consulting
Venture Capital
Government & Public Sector
Financial Services
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
$8.3B
Headquarters
Montreal, Canada
Founded
1944
BDC Venture Capital is Hiring for 56 Jobs on Simplify!
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