Canaccord Genuity

Canaccord Genuity operates as a global full-service investment bank that specializes in growth companies, offering a range of financial services to institutional and corporate clients. The firm provides investment banking, advisory services, and research, as well as sales and trading across various sectors, including mining, energy, technology, and healthcare. Canaccord Genuity Wealth Management, a subsidiary of Canaccord Genuity Group Inc., delivers tailored wealth management solutions and brokerage services to individual investors, private clients, and charities in key markets such as Canada, Australia, the UK, and Europe. With a focus on meeting the unique needs of its clients, the firm leverages its global network to identify investment opportunities and develop long-term strategies, while also providing near-term solutions for wealth management clients.

Richard Davis

Managing Director

Paul Derrien

Investment Director

David Esfandi

Chief Executive Officer

Miguel Guterres

Investment Director

Grahame Lovett

CEO of Offshore

Arthur Molloy

Investment Director

Past deals in British Columbia

Guerrero Ventures

Post in 2022
Guerrero Ventures Inc. is a growth-oriented, Canadian mining company dedicated to the exploration and development of precious and base metal resources. Guerrero is listed on the TSX Venture Exchange (TSX-V) under the symbol “GV”. Guerrero is based in Vancouver, British Columbia and aims to create shareholder value through the acquisition, exploration, and development of profitable mineral properties, in a manner that is consistent with best practice in environmental stewardship, safety and stakeholder engagement. Guerrero Ventures is exploring the Biricu Project, directly adjoining Goldcorp ( Los Filos ) and Torex ( El Limon-Guajes ) in the Guererro Gold Belt in Mexico. The 90,000 acre Biricu Project is now undergoing its first modern exploration and a maiden diamond drill program of 5,300 metres was completed in December 2014. The Company plans on initiating phase II diamond drilling during the second half (H2) of 2015.

WonderFi

Post in 2021
WonderFi simplifies user interaction with the emerging area of decentralized finance, and abstracts complexities which are preventing mainstream adoption of DeFi.

InvestX

Venture Round in 2021
InvestX Financial (Canada) Ltd. is a private equity firm based in Vancouver that specializes in late-stage and growth equity investments, primarily in private and pre-IPO companies. Founded in 2013, the firm aims to democratize access to private equity investing for retail accredited investors by offering opportunities with significantly lower minimum investments, starting as low as $2,500. InvestX aggregates smaller investments from its members to enable participation in larger deals, thereby allowing individual investors access to high-quality private company opportunities typically reserved for institutional investors. The firm ensures that all investments undergo a rigorous due diligence process conducted by professional private equity firms with a proven track record. Additionally, these partner firms align their interests with those of the investors by co-investing in the deals. Overall, InvestX seeks to provide a transparent and accessible platform for investors looking to diversify their portfolios through private equity.
Pan Global Resources is focused on the exploration and development of precious and base metals in southern Spain. The company is actively involved in the early stages of resource exploration, concentrating on copper, tin, and other metals. Its flagship project, the Escacena Project, is situated in the Iberian Pyrite Belt, a region known for its mineral potential. In addition to this, Pan Global Resources has entered into an agreement with Minera Águila S.L. to explore a potential new iron-oxide copper district, aiming to investigate a major geological structure that features high-level multi-phase quartz-hematite breccia with indications of copper and small mine workings. Through these initiatives, the company is committed to advancing its exploration activities into viable mining operations.

Kaminak Gold

Post in 2020
Kaminak Gold is a Canada-based exploration-stage company focused on advancing its coffee gold project. The company is advancing the 100% owned Coffee Gold Project, a multi-million ounce, high-grade oxide gold district that is amendable to heap leaching and located in the Yukon Territory, Canada. The company initiated a Feasibility study following the announcement of a robust Preliminary Economic Assessment ("PEA") using a US$1250 gold price (see news release June 10, 2014) and an investment into the company by Ross Beaty and Zebra Holdings and Investments S.à.r.l., Luxembourg (see news release June 10, 2014). Highlights of the PEA include:

Burcon Nutrascience

Post in 2020
Burcon NutraScience Corporation, based in Vancouver, Canada, specializes in the development of plant-based proteins and ingredients for the food and beverage industry. The company offers a range of products, including CLARISOY, a soy protein used in sports nutrition and dairy alternatives, and Peazazz, a pea protein designed for protein bars, meal replacements, and various beverages. Additionally, Burcon produces Supertein and Puratein, canola protein isolates suitable for use in beverages, desserts, baked goods, and meat substitutes. The company holds a significant portfolio of patents related to novel plant-based proteins derived from sources such as pea, canola, soy, and hemp. Furthermore, Burcon has established a joint venture, Merit Foods, which is constructing a protein production facility in Manitoba to manufacture its innovative pea and canola protein ingredients under license. Founded in 1998, Burcon NutraScience has evolved from its original name, Burcon Capital Corp., and continues to be a leader in plant protein technology.

Brains Bioceutical

Venture Round in 2019
Brains Bioceutical Corp. engages in the production of naturally-sourced active pharmaceutical ingredients (API) for the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries. The company offers CBD oil, capsules, balm, and spray. It serves pharmaceutical; health and wellness; skin and beauty; and veterinary sectors. The company is based in Vancouver, Canada.
Great Bear Resources is a Canadian precious metals exploration company engaged in advancing projects of special merit in leading mining jurisdictions. The company's focus is on projects that have unique combinations of geological merit, infrastructure advantages, and the capability to be rapidly advanced through resource definition and beyond. It was founded in 2001 and headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Progressa

Series B in 2018
Progressa is a direct-pay lending platform designed to assist Canadian individuals in managing their debts effectively. By paying users' bills directly, it helps them handle their financial obligations, including interest payments and collections. The platform offers partial payment loans ranging from $1,000 to $15,000, with repayment terms that extend from 6 to 60 months. Additionally, Progressa employs data science to enhance customer scoring models, allowing users to access loans with the potential for improved credit ratings. Users can also benefit from automated interest rate reductions every six months based on their payment behavior, thereby reducing overall borrowing costs.

MediaValet

Post in 2018
MediaValet Inc. is a leading provider of enterprise cloud-based digital asset management (DAM) software, designed to manage high-value media assets for organizations of various sizes and industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, media and entertainment, technology, and retail. Built exclusively on Microsoft Azure, MediaValet's platform offers robust security, reliability, and scalability, with a global presence across 140 countries and 54 data center regions. The company delivers core DAM capabilities along with local desktop-to-cloud support for creative teams and features integrations with popular applications such as Slack, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office 365. MediaValet also develops mobile applications for iOS and Android, as well as providing content publishing and analytics services. Founded in 1993 and headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, MediaValet was previously known as VRX Worldwide Inc. before rebranding in 2014.
HashChain Technology is a Canadian cryptocurrency mining company headquartered in White Rock, Canada. Founded in 2017, it focuses on leveraging low-cost North American power, a cool climate, and high-speed Internet to enhance its mining operations. The company operates 100 Dash mining rigs and has acquired 770 Bitcoin rigs, with plans to add an additional 5,000 rigs, which will result in a power consumption of approximately 8.7 megawatts once fully operational. In addition to mining, HashChain has invested in a Dash Masternode, requiring a collateral investment of 1,000 Dash coins. The company also engages in cryptocurrency accounting and masternode hosting services through its subsidiary NODE40, thereby expanding its role in the blockchain ecosystem.

DMG Blockchain Solutions

Seed Round in 2017
DMG Blockchain Solutions is a full service diversified blockchain and cryptocurrency company that manages, operates and develops end-to-end solutions to monetize the blockchain ecosystem. DMG intends to be the global leader in bitcoin mining hosting, Mining as a Service (MaaS), bitcoin mining, forensics and diversified blockchain platform development.
Canadian Zinc Corporation is a development stage company listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol "CZN", in the United States on the OTCQB under the symbol "CZICF" and in Germany on the Frankfurt under the symbol "SRS" and is engaged in the business of exploration and development of natural resource properties. The Company has an experienced Executive and Board and is headquartered in Vancouver, BC.

Payfirma

Series A in 2015
Payfirma Corporation, founded in 2010 and based in Vancouver, Canada, offers a comprehensive payment processing platform designed for businesses of all sizes, from small enterprises to multinational corporations. The company provides solutions for credit card processing, mobile payments, e-commerce, and integrated point-of-sale systems. Its platform, known as PayHQ, simplifies payment acceptance across various channels, including in-store, online, and through mobile devices. Additionally, it offers features such as invoicing, recurring billing, and analytics to help businesses make informed decisions. As of 2018, Payfirma operates as a subsidiary of Merrco Payments Inc. and serves thousands of clients across North America, focusing on delivering enterprise-level payment solutions with exceptional customer service.
Canadian Zinc Corporation is a development stage company listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol "CZN", in the United States on the OTCQB under the symbol "CZICF" and in Germany on the Frankfurt under the symbol "SRS" and is engaged in the business of exploration and development of natural resource properties. The Company has an experienced Executive and Board and is headquartered in Vancouver, BC.

Kaminak Gold

Post in 2013
Kaminak Gold is a Canada-based exploration-stage company focused on advancing its coffee gold project. The company is advancing the 100% owned Coffee Gold Project, a multi-million ounce, high-grade oxide gold district that is amendable to heap leaching and located in the Yukon Territory, Canada. The company initiated a Feasibility study following the announcement of a robust Preliminary Economic Assessment ("PEA") using a US$1250 gold price (see news release June 10, 2014) and an investment into the company by Ross Beaty and Zebra Holdings and Investments S.à.r.l., Luxembourg (see news release June 10, 2014). Highlights of the PEA include:

Mercator Minerals

Post in 2012
Mercator Minerals is a metal mining company, located in Vancouver.

Kaminak Gold

Post in 2011
Kaminak Gold is a Canada-based exploration-stage company focused on advancing its coffee gold project. The company is advancing the 100% owned Coffee Gold Project, a multi-million ounce, high-grade oxide gold district that is amendable to heap leaching and located in the Yukon Territory, Canada. The company initiated a Feasibility study following the announcement of a robust Preliminary Economic Assessment ("PEA") using a US$1250 gold price (see news release June 10, 2014) and an investment into the company by Ross Beaty and Zebra Holdings and Investments S.à.r.l., Luxembourg (see news release June 10, 2014). Highlights of the PEA include: