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2020 was a difficult year. While the year was certainly trying, when we took a look back at what was published on CVCA Central over the past year, it was encouraging to see how our industry had demonstrated its agility while weathering all the variables the pandemic threw at us. To help wrap up 2020,

The career journey of the private capital professional can vary significantly from person to person. But if you ask why they pursued a path in the industry, you will inevitably discover the common thread that bonds them, and it is not just about making money. From the opportunity to meet smart people and hearing their

It is our pleasure to introduce you to Christiane Wherry, the new Vice President of Research at CVCA. Take a look at what they had to say in response to the mix of questions we asked. Can you give us a snapshot of your background and how it prepared you for your role at the

Announced in September 2018, the Canadian Private Capital Investment School (CPCIS) is a highly specialized program that will prepare the next generation of private fund professionals in Canada. It’s the first of its kind in the country, specifically designed for junior-level and new entrants into the private capital sector. Put together by the Ivey Academy

This month, BDC Capital’s GP Academy will welcome it’s second cohort into this unique and world-class program, delivered in consultation with Kauffman Fellows. This cohort has 12 participants, seven men and five women, from 12 leading venture capital firms across Canada. According to the CVCA, $3.7 billion in venture capital was dispersed to Canadian companies

Giving Back Champions is part three of the three-part series on how the VC & PE industry is giving back to Canadian communities. For more information about the Upside Foundation of Canada, visit their website. Strong philanthropic values that are truly embraced by a company are ingrained in its culture and will stand the test of both

Pledging By Example is part two of a three-part series on how the VC & PE industry is giving back to Canadian communities. For more information about the Upside Foundation of Canada, visit their website. Great leaders put into practice exactly what it is they encourage others to do. When it comes to social responsibility