Business Development Bank of Canada

The Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) is Canada's bank for entrepreneurs. As a federal Crown corporation wholly owned by the Government of Canada, its mission is to help create and develop Canadian businesses. Established in 1944 as the Industrial Development Bank, BDC plays a vital role in filling market gaps by providing financing, venture capital, and advisory services to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across all industries, with a focus on supporting innovation, growth, and international expansion.