Arva Limited

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Investor type

PE

Founded

1956

AUM

-

Location

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Investment Ticket

$50-100 m

Investment Stage

Series B Late Stage (Series C+)

Region of investment

North America
Investor profile last updated: 22 August, 2026

Profile

Arva Limited is a private equity investment firm based in Toronto, Canada. Founded in 1956 by the Stevens family, Arva is known for its disciplined operational capability, helping companies build a foundation for sustainable, long-term success. The firm specializes in acquiring interests in businesses with strong fundamentals and growth potential and is led by Mike Stevens, John Stevens, and Bill Smith, who bring extensive experience in operations, finance, and corporate law.

Arva focuses on providing financial and strategic support to companies in need, with a long-term investment horizon. The firm primarily invests in North America, acquiring stakes in companies looking for exits or strategic partnerships. Arva is a private corporation that remains engaged with its portfolio companies as long as value can be added.

Notable investments by Arva include companies in industries such as forging and casting, metal stamping, and wireless transmission. These companies are supported by Arva's expertise in enhancing their competitive advantage and operational capacity.

Industry

Industrial Consumer Services (B2C) Automotive Telecommunications Infrastructure Manufacturing

Contacts

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Bill Smith Vice-President Finance & Corporate Secretary
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Mike Stevens President
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FAQs about Arva Limited

Arva Limited is a private equity firm. It backs companies at Series B and Late Stage (Series C+), writing tickets of $50-100 m.
Arva Limited is located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Arva Limited was founded in 1956.
Arva Limited invests in companies and startups in Industrial, Consumer Services (B2C), Automotive, Telecommunications, Infrastructure, Manufacturing.
Arva Limited invests in companies and startups in North America.
Arva Limited invests in companies and startups at Series B, Late Stage (Series C+).
Arva Limited usually invests $50-100 m on average.
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