November 2025
BDC Capital 2025 DEI and ESG Portfolio Metrics
Explore national and regional data on diversity, equity, inclusion (DEI) and environmental, social, governance (ESG) performance in Canada’s VC/Private equity (PE) ecosystem.
The 2025 annual survey of BDC Capital-supported general partners’ (GP) and portfolio company’s DEI and ESG metrics shows continued momentum in senior-level representation of women and visible minorities among GPs, alongside a rise in inclusive workplace practices. However, junior-level representation declined, and climate-related commitments, such as carbon neutrality goals, saw erosion, reflecting broader market and regulatory pressures.
Portfolio companies are showing steady gains in workforce and board diversity, with more firms reporting higher representation of various diversity groups. ESG integration is deepening, with more GPs embedding sustainability into due diligence and portfolio oversight.
You will discover
- Detailed results on the DEI and ESG performance of Canadian VC/PE-backed companies and GPs.
- Year-over-year comparison and trends in the development of a more sustainable, diverse, and inclusive ecosystem.
- Insights into climate action, governance practices and tools for Canadian entrepreneurs.
