Canadian Venture Capital & Private Equity Association (CVCA)

📢 IC25 Plenary Session: Securing Your Firm’s Future As founding partners transition, GPs must navigate the complexities of succession planning while balancing liquidity, governance, and investor confidence. At Invest Canada ‘25, investors and advisors will share insights on structuring seamless leadership transitions that preserve firm culture, ensure financial stability, and position firms for long-term success. Secure your ticket today: https://lnkd.in/gvacksx 

Reminder: Register and join us next Thursday, April 10 at noon ET for Investing at the Frontier of Life Sciences Innovation! In partnership with BIOTECanada, leading investors will discuss how technological breakthroughs are reshaping biotech investment models and creating new opportunities in the rapidly evolving life sciences sector. Registration: https://lnkd.in/g6KnxNmT

Raising capital in private equity isn’t getting easier. LPs are taking a more selective approach, liquidity expectations are shifting, and GPs need to demonstrate transparency, performance, and a clear value proposition to stand out. At Invest Canada ‘25, we’re tackling these challenges in a dedicated private equity breakout session: Aligning Fundraising Strategies with Evolving LP Expectations, presented by BDO Canada. Register now for insights that will inform your next raise: https://lnkd.in/gvacksx 

The March 2025 Edition of The Deal Digest is now available! Explore this essential monthly briefing for comprehensive insights on Canadian VC and PE transactions along with the latest market trends from CVCA Intelligence:

LAST CALL to apply! Governance missteps cost millions. The best-run companies attract the best capital, talent, and exits. The Private Capital Governance Program (VC Cohort), a collaboration between CVCA and the Institute of Corporate Directors, is designed for VC professionals, independent directors, and CEOs who want to refine their governance expertise, strengthen board influence, and drive better portfolio outcomes. This is your last chance to apply. The deadline is tomorrow, April 1. Learn more and apply today: https://lnkd.in/gM5e_P8x 

GP-Only Session Announced at IC25 Join your colleagues on Day 1 of Invest Canada ‘25 for a closed-door discussion designed for GPs. Family Offices are playing a bigger role in private equity, with evolving investment strategies and allocation trends shaping their approach to the asset class. This GP-only session will provide an inside look at how Family Offices are structuring investments, what trends in private equity are capturing their attention, and how their capital allocation strategies are shifting.    Register now: https://lnkd.in/gvacksx    Sagard, Spencer Clark, CFA, CAIA, Derrick Hunter, Bluesky Equities, Alexander Ince, Beedie Capital

Strong leadership looks different—and in Canada’s private capital space, more and more of that leadership is coming from women. To close out our March series, in recognition of Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day, we’re spotlighting women leaders in Canadian private capital who are navigating volatility with clarity, building strong team cultures, and approaching growth with sharp strategic instincts. From decision-making to capital efficiency, their leadership is shaping what resilience and innovation look like in today’s market. Sara Defina, CPA, CA, CBV, Information Venture Partners, Cathy Bennett, Sandpiper Ventures, Danielle Gan, Alphi Capital, Olivia Aylon, CPA, CA, CBV, BDC Capital (Canada)

⏳ IC25 Hotel Block Closing Soon ⏳ Planning to attend Invest Canada ‘25? Secure your stay at the Hyatt Regency Calgary before the April 24 deadline to lock in the exclusive conference rate. With the private capital industry gathering in Calgary, hotel availability will be tight. Staying at the conference hotel means: ✔ Preferred rates, exclusive to IC25 attendees ✔ More time to focus on connections and deals, not logistics Rooms are first-come, first-served—once they’re gone, they’re gone. Secure yours now: https://lnkd.in/gfEmtBZB

Strong governance is a competitive advantage. Too often, even experienced CEOs underestimate how governance decisions impact long-term value—until it becomes a problem. The CVCA and Institute of Corporate Directors' Private Capital Governance Program (VC Cohort) is designed to equip VC-backed CEOs with the governance fluency and boardroom acumen they need to: ✅ Engage the board effectively and leverage investors for strategic insight, not just oversight. ✅ Reduce execution risk by structuring decision-making, capital allocation, and controls with investor expectations in mind. ✅ Increase exit optionality by signaling operational maturity to co-investors and acquirers. This year's program kicks off on April 17 with two virtual sessions, followed by two in-person sessions in Toronto in May. CVCA members receive a 20% discount on registration. Apply now: https://lnkd.in/gM5e_P8x