Canada’s private capital industry is poised to have its best year for deal activity in buyout and related private equity (PE) markets since 2007, says the Canadian Venture Capital and Private Equity Association’s (CVCA) report.
Following a rapid reversal of fortunes at the turn of the millennium, the venture capital industry has experienced largely lacklustre returns, which have led to tough fundraising conditions for all but a select group of top-tier managers.
After a decade of neglect, Canadian innovation needs capital says OMERS' Ruffolo.
The Government of Canada has invested in the Kensington Venture Fund, a private sector-led fund of funds, as part of its venture capital action plan.
Hong Kong firm puts a computer program on its board.
Ontario has launched a new venture capital fund in partnership with the federal government, as well as corporate and institutional investors. Northleaf Venture Catalyst Fund will be managed by Toronto-based Northleaf Capital Partners. The fund had its first closing with a total value of more than $217 million in commitments, which could rise to $300 […]
Canadian venture capital and private equity funds disclosed $2.56 billion of new investments and $1.48 billion of new capital in the first quarter.
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Venture cap arm sets sights on travel planning industry.
OMERS Ventures is setting its sights on the travel planning industry.