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The federal government has announced another step in implementing its Venture Capital Action Plan (the "Plan"): new funding for "best-in-class" incubator and accelerator programs.

In this week’s speech from the throne, the Canadian federal government announced its intention to "open Canada’s doors further to venture capital and to foreign investment in key sectors, including the satellite and telecommunications industries, giving Canadian firms access to the funds and expertise they need."

The Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) continue to develop prospectus exemptions designed to facilitate access to capital for start-ups.

On June 20, 2024, the Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) issued a notice regarding Coordinated Blanket Order 31-930 - Exemption to Allow Exempt Market Dealer Participation in Selling Groups in Offerings...

The OSC recently announced the creation of OSC LaunchPad; the first innovation hub introduced by a Canadian securities regulator aimed at improving the integration of Fintech companies...

Venture capital in Canada has faced significant funding challenges in recent years. The downturn in the global economy — together with the credit crisis, volatile capital markets, and a dearth of initial public offerings — has further exacerbated the problem. Venture capital deal activity in Canada slowed significantly in 2008.

Venture capital in Canada has faced significant funding challenges in recent years. The downturn in the global economy — together with the credit crisis, volatile capital markets, and a dearth of initial public offerings — has further exacerbated the problem.

For new business owners, seeking legal advice at the outset on everything from shareholders' agreements to intellectual property rights

Venture capital (VC) and private equity (PE) investors are highly selective regarding the portfolio companies they invest in.

On July 29, 2011, the Canadian Securities Administrators ("CSA") published for comment a proposed rule and rule amendments (collectively, the "Original Proposals") proposing a new tailored regulatory regime for venture issuers.

One of the biggest challenges facing Canadian startups has been consistent access to growth capital in Canada.

The Canadian government recently formalized its commitment to the quantum computing sector with the launch of Phase 1 of the Canadian Quantum Champions Program (CQCP)...

IRCC recently announced changes to its Start-up Visa (SUV) Program, aimed at reducing processing times and application backlog.

To evolve with the global economy, Canadian companies, including startups, need to recognize the importance of IP within their business plans. Canadians have strong skills in innovation and development...

Welcome back to our exploration of the Canadian Venture Capital & Private Equity Association (CVCA) model documents.

As previously discussed, Canadian venture issuers are now subject to a more streamlined continuous disclosure regime.

Ontario took the largest share of the market by a wide margin, with $967 million USD of VC investment.