Ecosystem support
BDC’s Venture Capital Incentivized Programs team is dedicated to building Canadian venture capital investment capacity through financial and non-financial supports, education programs and resources.
We combine government funds with private-sector investment for maximum impact
Government Funds' financing programs with significant and sustainable impact
The Government Funds team manages capital on behalf of the Federal Government, including $390M for the Venture Capital Action Plan (VCAP), $371M for the Venture Capital Catalyst Initiative (VCCI), and $450M for the Renewed Venture Capital Catalyst Initiative (Renewed VCCI). These programs focus on attracting capital from private investors to support funds across Canada in the Venture Capital asset class.
Building networks, sharing knowledge
We provide support outside of our investments and subsidize programs to help build a generation of leaders who will strengthen the performance and sustainability of the Canadian venture capital industry.
Leading perspective and insights
From blogs to articles and studies, our always-growing repository of resources is a hub of best practices and leading thinking for Canada’s venture capital players.
Here to develop a solid Canadian Venture Capital ecosystem
Our programs make Canada’s venture capital ecosystem stronger. We grow the venture capital market by crowding-in capital and by connecting our general and limited partners with experts who can help them develop their skills and build their connections. We also manage programs on behalf of the Government of Canada, to help Canadian companies become global champions. Numbers below reflect our programs' public and private total capital commitments.
$1.9B
total commitments VCAP (2014)
$1.8B
total commitments VCCI (2017)
Up to $1.5B
fund-of-funds Renewed VCCI (2021)
We’re invested in your results
At BDC Capital, we’re here to help build strong, innovative Canadian companies that are ready to make their mark on the world stage.
Our portfolio
Dynamic high-potential Canadian companies bringing innovation to the world.