Registry of Lobbyists
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Immigration
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Start Up Visa Program is in pilot form under the auspices of the CIC. CVCA is a designated entity through which firms can apply to participate in the program. CVCA speaks with CIC on regular basis to ensure the program is coming along as planned and possibly on ways to improve it going forward.
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Policies or Program
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Taxation and Finance
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The CVCA actively advocates for a strong and competitive tax and investment environment that attracts and rewards private investment in Canadian entrepreneurial ventures. We provide valuable insights and data to support effective tax policies. Strategically crafted policies can ensure that Canada remains an attractive destination for private capital, which is necessary to drive economic growth, job creation, and innovation. CVCA engages with policymakers to convey perspectives from the private capital industry, and the current economic context.
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Legislative Proposal, Bill or Resolution, Policies or Program
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Industry
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The CVCA advocates for policies that secure access to capital, vital for the growth of private equity and venture capital across economic sectors. CVCA’s efforts ensure Canadian companies can access necessary funding amidst challenges such as tightening credit markets, competition for capital, and economic uncertainties, to drive innovation and economic growth, ultimately fostering a resilient and diversified economy for future generations.
Venture Capital Action Plan/Venture Capital Catalyst Initiative is still rolling out, matching private capital allocations to disbursed government dollars. CVCA continues to engage with industry and government to ensure awareness within the VC ecosystem and monitoring the flow of funds, underscoring the importance of Canada's VC Emerging Managers and their important role in allocating capital to riskier and underserved corners of the innovation ecosystem.
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Regulation, Policies or Program
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CVCA IS ENGAGED IN: ADVOCATING PUBLIC POLICY MEASURES IN FAVOR OF A VIBRANT VENTURE CAPITAL AND PRIVATE EQUITY INDUSTRY;PROMOTING THE DEPLOYMENT OF VENTURE CAPITAL AND PRIVATE EQUITY TO SUPPORT THE DEVELOPMENT OF SMALL AND MEDIUM-SIZED GROWTH BUSINESSES IN CANADA;PROVIDING FORUMS FOR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT,INFORMATION EXCHANGE AND NETWORKING AMONG AMONGST ITS MEMBERS.SPECIFICALLY, THE CVCA CARRIES OUT THIS MANDATE BY HOLDING CONFERENCES AND SEMINARS, COLLECTING INDUSTRY-SPECIFIC DATA AND SPONSORING RESEARCH AND EDUCATION.
Kim Furlong, CEO
End date of the last completed financial year: 2023-12-31
| Government Institution | Funding Received in Last Financial Year | Funding Expected in Current Financial Year |
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| Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) | $368,643.00 | Yes |
Address:
372 Bay St, Suite 1201
TORONTO, ON M5H 2W9
Canada
Telephone number:
613-751-4442
This is the responsible officer name as provided in the most recent registration for the corporation or organization.
| Name | From | To |
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| CANADA'S VENTURE CAPITAL AND PRIVATE EQUITY ASSOCIATION | 2024-05-14 | current |
| CANADA'S VENTURE CAPITAL AND PRIVATE EQUITY ASSOCIATION | 2012-09-10 | 2024-05-14 |
| Responsible Officer Name | From (YYYY-MM-DD) | To (YYYY-MM-DD) |
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| Kim Furlong | 2019-01-07 | Current |
| Michael Woollatt | 2014-03-01 | 2018-08-29 |
| RICHARD REMILLARD | 2003-12-11 | 2014-03-01 |
Registrants are required to submit a monthly communication report for each oral and arranged communication with a designated public office holder. The name of the most senior paid officer (i.e. the registrant) will appear on all in-house monthly communication reports, whether or not he/she participated in the communication.
Note: Monthly Communication Reports are due on the 15th day of each month for communications that took place in the previous month.
Results below are sorted by posted date, beginning with the most recent.
Registrants are required to submit a monthly communication report for each oral and arranged communication with a designated public office holder. The name of the most senior paid officer (i.e. the registrant) will appear on all in-house monthly communication reports, whether or not he/she participated in the communication.
Note: Monthly Communication Reports are due on the 15th day of each month for communications that took place in the previous month.
Results below are sorted by posted date, beginning with the most recent.
| Position | Period Held | Last Date Designated Public Office Held |
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Director of Communications
Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, Office of Miniuster of Foreign Affairs |
November 2005 to January 2006 | Not a designated office |
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Policy Advisor
Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, Office of Miniuster of Trade |
January 2004 to November 2005 | Not a designated office |