In keeping with our role to help create and develop Canadian businesses, BDC shares with you a series of research and unique reports offering insightful knowledge of the SME sector.

Venture Capital Industry Review

February 2011
This report summarizes the key findings and recommendations resulting from BDC’s 2010 review of the Canadian venture capital industry and BDC Venture Capital.
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Canada’s Support for Research & Development

February 2011
This paper outlines suggestions to improve the return on investment (ROI).
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Survey conducted among Angus Reid’s Forum Panel

Prepared for the October 2010 Small Business Week
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SMEs at a glance

August 2011
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Canadian Entrepreneurship Status 2010

September 2010
Prepared by the Fondation de l’entrepreneurship, this report outlines the dynamic state of entrepreneurship throughout the country.
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BDC ViewPoints online panel - Survey

• Entrepreneurs feel the heat in turbulent economy - September 2009
• Ad hoc study among Canadian entrepreneurs - September 2009
• Entrepreneurs optimistic about the future despite slowdown - May 2009
• Opinion of the Canadian entrepreneurs on the current economic situation - May 2009

BDC Economic Impact Study

May 2009
Prepared by BDC's Financing Consulting Services
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BDC Entrepreneurial Insight

• Going international? Insights from SMEs - Spring 2009
• Facts and figures on Canadian SMEs - February 2008

Other Reports

The following researches are produced by:

Industry Canada

• Small Business Quarterly - November 2011
• Key Small Business Stats - June 2011

Conference Board of Canada

• How Canada Performs: Canada's socio-economic report card in an international context - March 2010