Desjardins Capital Fund I

Desjardins Capital

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Status

ACTIVE

Global HQ

Montréal, Canada

Countries of investment

Canada

Investment stages

Seed
Series A
Series B
Series C
Growth

Industries

Fintech
Enterprise Software
Sustainability
Agtech

About
Desjardins Capital is the private equity arm of Desjardins Group, one of Canada's largest financial cooperatives. They are dedicated to supporting the growth and sustainability of Quebec businesses by providing patient capital and strategic guidance. Their mission is to contribute to regional economic development by backing promising entrepreneurs and companies.

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Max check size: $10M
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Investment Thesis

Desjardins Capital acts as a patient, strategic partner for Quebec-based SMEs across all business sectors. They provide long-term capital for growth, acquisition, and business transfer projects, differentiating themselves by leveraging the extensive network and resources of the broader Desjardins Group. Their flexible financing solutions include equity, subordinated loans, and specialized funds, tailored to support companies at various stages of their development.

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Manager's Experience

The leadership team at Desjardins Capital possesses extensive experience within Quebec's financial and business sectors. Key executives, including the Executive Vice-President of Business Services and the Chief Operating Officer, each bring over 25 years of experience in business financing, investment, and corporate development. Their backgrounds are deeply rooted in major Quebec financial institutions, including long tenures within Desjardins Group and roles at Investissement Québec, showcasing expertise in long-term regional business support.