BDC Capital

BDC Capital Inc. is the private equity and venture capital arm of the Business Development Bank of Canada, based in Montreal. Established in 1975, the firm specializes in a wide range of investment activities, including direct investments in middle market and small to medium-sized businesses, as well as fund of funds investments. BDC Capital focuses on growth and venture capital, targeting sectors such as information technology, healthcare, and clean technology. The firm invests in various stages of company development, from seed funding to pre-IPO financing, with a particular emphasis on innovative and high-growth potential enterprises. Typical investments range from CAD 0.1 million to CAD 35 million, catering to both established and emerging companies. BDC Capital actively seeks opportunities to support women-led businesses and aims to maintain a minority stake in its investee companies, often taking board representation. The firm operates primarily within Canada, with a focus on provinces such as Quebec, Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba. BDC Capital utilizes various exit strategies, including initial public offerings and strategic sales, and prefers to exit investments within three to five years.