National Bank of Canada

General contacts

Investor type

CVC

Founded

1859

AUM

$1 550 000 M

Location

Québec, Quebec, Canada

Investment Ticket

$10-50 m

Investment Stage

Series A

Region of investment

North America Europe

Investor profile last updated: 16 August, 2026

Profile

National Bank of Canada is a commercial bank headquartered in Montreal, Canada, founded in 1859. It offers a wide range of personal and business banking services, including securities brokerage, insurance, and wealth management. The bank employs over 18,000 professionals and is committed to supporting the growth of Canadian industries through its comprehensive financial services.

The bank invests in various sectors such as information technology, pharmaceuticals, and more, providing services to small and medium-sized enterprises as well as large corporations. It manages a significant portfolio of financial products, including chequing and savings accounts, investment solutions, loans, lines of credit, mortgages, and insurance. The National Bank SME Growth Fund, L.P., launched in 2020, is one of its notable funds with an AUM of $200 million.

Notable investments include companies like Rail Modal Group, Saturn Oil & Gas, Centersquare, Plasman Group, and GFL Environmental. These investments highlight the bank's involvement in diverse industries, supporting growth and development across various sectors.

Industry

WealthTech HealthTech CleanTech Energy Software Security SaaS Healthcare Services Fintech Financial Services Marketing and Advertising

National Bank of Canada Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Stage	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
National Bank SME Growth Fund, L.P.	Fund of funds	Financial Services Fintech Healthcare Services Marketing and Advertising Energy CleanTech HealthTech	Series A	North America Europe	$5-10 m	$200 M	July 2020

Contacts

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Francois Paviet Director, Fixed Income Sales

Director, Fixed Income Sales

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Simon Cote Président et directeur général

Président et directeur général

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FAQs about National Bank of Canada

Is National Bank of Canada a venture capital or private equity firm?

National Bank of Canada operates as a corporate VC (CVC). It backs companies at Series A, writing tickets of $10-50 m.

Where is National Bank of Canada located?

National Bank of Canada is located in Québec, Quebec, Canada.

When was National Bank of Canada founded?

National Bank of Canada was founded in 1859.

What sectors and industries does National Bank of Canada invest in?

National Bank of Canada invests in companies and startups in WealthTech, HealthTech, CleanTech, Energy, Software, Security, SaaS, Healthcare Services, Fintech, Financial Services, Marketing and Advertising.

What is National Bank of Canada geographical focus of investments?

National Bank of Canada invests in companies and startups in North America, Europe.

At what stages of companies and startups does National Bank of Canada typically invest in?

National Bank of Canada invests in companies and startups at Series A.

What is the usual amount of National Bank of Canada investment?

National Bank of Canada usually invests $10-50 m on average.

What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for National Bank of Canada?

National Bank of Canada has around $1 550 000m assets under management.

When was National Bank of Canada last fund created?

National Bank of Canada last fund was created/launched in 2020-07-13

What are the contacts of National Bank of Canada?

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