Monthly Communication Report

Registrant name:	Eric Lamoureux
Client:	Canada's Venture Capital and Private Equity Association
Associated registration:	737835-381906-2
Communication date:	2026-03-02
Posted date:	2026-03-06

Designated Public Office Holders who participated in the communication:	Samuel Millar, Assistant Deputy Minister Assistant Deputy Minister's Office, Finance Canada (FIN) Nicholas Chesterley, Director General Microeconomic Policy, Finance Canada (FIN)
List of Details Subject matter Detail Industry The CVCA advocates for policies that secure access to capital, vital for the growth of private equity and venture capital across economic sectors. CVCA’s efforts ensure Canadian companies can access necessary funding amidst challenges such as tightening credit markets, competition for capital, and economic uncertainties, to drive innovation and economic growth, ultimately fostering a resilient and diversified economy for future generations. Venture Capital Action Plan/Venture Capital Catalyst Initiative is still rolling out, matching private capital allocations to disbursed government dollars. CVCA continues to engage with industry and government to ensure awareness within the VC ecosystem and monitoring the flow of funds, underscoring the importance of Canada's VC Emerging Managers and their important role in allocating capital to riskier and underserved corners of the innovation ecosystem.