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Venture Capital Programs

The venture capital programs are designed to encourage investors to make equity capital investments in British Columbia small businesses that will enhance and diversify the provincial economy.  The government of British Columbia recognizes that the creation of new small businesses and the expansion of existing ones will lead to a more healthy economy.  These programs are designed to ensure that small business has continuous access to early-stage venture capital to help develop and expand their business.  Certain ineligible transactions are not permitted under the Small Business Venture Capital Act and Regulations that program applicants should be aware of.

What is Venture Capital?

Basic information on venture capital

 

Equity Capital Program

Stimulate early-stage investment in small businesses throughout B.C.

 

Community Venture Capital Program

Stimulate investment to promote regional economic diversification

 

New Media Venture Capital Program

Stimulate investment in  "new media" businesses

 

 

Venture Capital Corporation

Portfolio investing

Administration and forms

 

Eligible Business Corporation

Direct investment approach

Administration and forms

 

Q&A

Frequently asked questions & answers

 

Streamlining 2007

Information about exciting changes to the program processes 

 

Tax Credit Budget Updates

Check the status of each tax credit budget


  May 26, 2008
Community Budget Closeout Procedure
  May 5, 2008
Upcoming Changes to the BC Securities Legislation
  April 11, 2008
New Media Budget Sold Out 
  March 5, 2008
Equity Capital Budget Sold Out 
  October 15, 2007
Electronic Tax Credit Service Delivery

 


Disclaimer

The Province of British Columbia does not in any way guarantee nor express an opinion as to the value of any shares issued by the VCC/EBC, the financial condition of the VCC/EBC or the merits of any investment or business proposal.