We are so deeply concerned for so many in the Ukraine living through unimaginable circumstances. The excellent work by Alex Iskold | 2048.vc and the 1kproject ensures direct $$ to those suffering. We are proud to support and would urge others to do so if possible.

Today we’re partnering with Ownership Works to launch a movement to increase prosperity through #SharedOwnership at work. Learn more about why #OwnershipWorks and the mission to create more successful companies and employees at: ownershipworks.org

ILPA is coming to Chicago! Don't miss out on the exciting opportunity to join an ILPA Institute program developed #forLPsbyLPs and the ILPA MCON #conference in Chicago this spring and summer. Visit our website for more information. ilpa.org

Tanya Carmichael, former ILPA Board Chair, talks about how ILPA’s best practices came to life as ILPA worked to incorporate ESG into the ILPA DDQ in partnership with other industry stakeholders. youtube.com/watch?v=082Me2…

Proud to see ILPA continue its leadership on ESG harmonization for private markets with this new role

So delighted as Chair of ILPA to announce Jennifer Choi as ILPA’s new Chief Executive Officer.

DEI metrics for BDC Capital’s portfolio bdc.ca/en/articles-to… via BDC

Announcing our 2023 Virtual Calendar! ILPA members can take part in events and conversation and make connections from wherever they are with our lineup of timely, topical webcasts and roundtables and other online programming. ilpa.org/virtualevents/

Amazing discussions from the “What’s your Asia” strategy panel at the #CIAC2023. EDC understands the opportunities in the Indo-Pacific and we're excited to see cleantech as a priority in our Asia strategy, focusing on supporting Canadian cleantech companies.

BDC Capital recently launched a national ESG reporting template for Canadian VC and mid-market private equity firms. Join us on March 21 as Alison Nankivell and panelists discuss and guide attendees through the new framework: lnkd.in/gndmHeRU

It’s #WomensHistoryMonth & we wanted to keep the conversation around #InternationalWomensDay alive. We asked Rebecca Johnson, our Investment & Operations Associate, to offer her take on this year’s #IWD theme - #EmbraceEquity. #BKRCapital #EquityMatters #DiversityAndInclusion

"People think ESG is only for impact people. I think ESG is everybody's concern across every type of company because it is a risk mitigation and a value creation tool. You'll build a company that is more sustainable and valuable." - Alison Nankivell, BDC Capital #IWW2023

ILPA has elected its 2023-2024 Board of Directors and we're delighted to announce that Teia Merring, will take on the important role of Board Chair. For more details about ILPA's new Board of Directors check out the article: lnkd.in/gRQPFc_u #ilpa #MCON2023

Always great to meet with LP colleagues at ILPA’s annual MCON to share best practices.

Introducing the #ThriveLab for Women. It will provide $100M in equity and equity-like investments in women-led businesses committed to making a positive impact on society. We will share more details with #womenentrepreneurs this fall. bdc.ca/en/bdc-capital…

GoodShepherd-Toronto is excited to announce that we have re-opened for indoor dining. Daily meal service from 2-4 pm at 412 Queen St. E. Announcement details here goodshepherd.ca/in-person-dini… #ItStartsWithAMeal

.Luge Capital (Luge.vc) has raised $71M in the first close of its second #fintech-dedicated fund, Luge Capital Fund II, with participation from BDC Capital’s Fund Investments and other return investors, as well as new investor @Inovia. luge.vc/luge-capital-a… #VC

A great success story from Jenn Harper, founder of Cheekbone Beauty 💋, a Raven Indigenous Capital Partners company. This unique fund, proudly supported by BDC Capital, uses #impactinvesting & relationships in the Indigenous community to breathe life into #entrepreneurship. bit.ly/3sT1Xps

Thrilled to have Alison Nankivell, SVP BDC Capital, as a guest speaker at CPCIS 2024! Mar 17-22 in #TO. Dive into #VC and #PE training and forge lasting connections. Learn more and apply:ivey.uwo.ca/academy/indivi… @IveyAcademy

This is an extraordinary tribute by David Frum to his daughter Miranda, and to the dog she loved. It's beautiful and moving. Such grief, and such loving memories. Just be prepared to weep as you read it. You won't forget it, or Miranda. theatlantic.com/magazine/archi…