ARC Financial

ARC Financial Corp. is a Calgary-based, employee-owned private equity management firm established in 1989, specializing exclusively in the Canadian energy sector. Initially, the firm focused on developing a strong investment research capability, which laid the groundwork for a successful corporate advisory practice. Over the years, ARC has expanded its operations to include direct investments as a principal and in partnership with others, targeting early-stage energy companies and non-core oil and gas production assets. The firm's commitment to the energy industry has positioned it as a significant player in the Canadian market.

Paul Beitel

Managing Director

Colin Bergman

Vice President

Brian P. Boulanger

CEO and Director

Kevin Brown

Co-Chair and Director

Tanya Causgrove

CFO and Managing Director

Peter Christopher

Senior Vice President

Rob Cook

Managing Director

Kieran Courtright

Vice President

Lauchlan Currie

Co-Chair and Director

John Dielwart

Vice-Chairman and Director

Andrew L. Evans

MD

Andy Evans

Managing Director

Jackie Forrest

MD

Kent Foster

Managing Director

Douglas C. Freel

Managing Director

Jeremy Gackle

Managing Director

Nishka Gupta

Senior Vice President

Kevin Knutson

Manager of Investor Reporting

Carl L. Landry

Vice President

Carl Levitt

Vice President

Wendy Liu

Vice President

Jamie Major

Vice President

Jeff Prentice

Senior Vice President

Duane K. Schellenberg

Managing Director

Chris Seasons

Partner

Christopher R. Seasons

Vice Chairman and Director

William H. Slavin

Managing Director

Nancy Smith

Director

Phil Swift

Founder and Director

Peter Tertzakian

Managing Director

Mac Wielingen

Founder and Director

8 past transactions

Silfab

Venture Round in 2021
Silfab is a leading company in the design, development, and manufacture of high-efficiency photovoltaic (PV) modules, catering primarily to the North American market. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Padua, Italy, Silfab combines over 40 years of solar experience with advanced technologies to produce premium quality solar products. The company operates manufacturing facilities in Washington State and Toronto, Canada, where it employs automated production lines that adhere to ISO 9001-2015 quality standards. Silfab's offerings include ultra-high-efficiency PV modules, pre-configured PV kits, inverters, and energy stations, all designed to meet the specific needs of the North American market while ensuring compliance with Buy American requirements.

BluEarth Renewables

Private Equity Round in 2014
BluEarth is a private independent renewable power producer, focused on the acquisition, development, construction and operation of wind, water, and solar projects in North America, with a primary focus in Canada. With the most experienced renewable energy development team in Canada, BluEarth’s mission is to be the Canadian renewable energy leader by developing, building, and operating a portfolio that optimizes people, planet, and profit. BluEarth believes it has the power to change the future by demonstrating how to be sustainable and profitable, leaving the world a better place.

Kanata Energy Group

Private Equity Round in 2013
Kanata Energy Group Ltd is an oil and gas energy management company located in Calgary.

Careerminds

Venture Round in 2011
Careerminds is a national provider of affordable, web-based outplacement solutions for companies that are downsizing or reorganizing. They are a team with a passion for developing and sharing practices that help individuals find their professional success. They give people the opportunity to challenge themselves—challenge their minds—and find the courage to grow.

Nexterra

Venture Round in 2011
Nexterra develops, manufactures and delivers advanced gasification systems that enable customers to self-generate clean, low cost heat and power at industrial and institutional facilities using waste fuels. In an era of higher energy prices, this means dramatically lower costs, higher operating margins and less reliance on fossil fuels and grid-purchased electricity. Furthermore, by using renewable biomass fuels such as wood waste, customers can dramatically reduce their carbon footprint.

Nexterra

Series D in 2008
Nexterra develops, manufactures and delivers advanced gasification systems that enable customers to self-generate clean, low cost heat and power at industrial and institutional facilities using waste fuels. In an era of higher energy prices, this means dramatically lower costs, higher operating margins and less reliance on fossil fuels and grid-purchased electricity. Furthermore, by using renewable biomass fuels such as wood waste, customers can dramatically reduce their carbon footprint.

Nexterra

Series C in 2007
Nexterra develops, manufactures and delivers advanced gasification systems that enable customers to self-generate clean, low cost heat and power at industrial and institutional facilities using waste fuels. In an era of higher energy prices, this means dramatically lower costs, higher operating margins and less reliance on fossil fuels and grid-purchased electricity. Furthermore, by using renewable biomass fuels such as wood waste, customers can dramatically reduce their carbon footprint.

Nexterra

Series B in 2005
Nexterra develops, manufactures and delivers advanced gasification systems that enable customers to self-generate clean, low cost heat and power at industrial and institutional facilities using waste fuels. In an era of higher energy prices, this means dramatically lower costs, higher operating margins and less reliance on fossil fuels and grid-purchased electricity. Furthermore, by using renewable biomass fuels such as wood waste, customers can dramatically reduce their carbon footprint.