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Toronto-based proptech platform Keypr has partnered with Montréal-based Nesto to add mortgage services as another tool in its digital service for Ontario homebuyers. Keypr is the consumer-facing online platform for Toronto-based realtor Konfidis, a joint venture between advisory firm FirePower Capital and Feld Ventures. Founder and CEO John Asher told BetaKit that the platform guides buyers through the p
NEW YORK & TORONTO - Accenture has acquired IAMConcepts, a privately held Canadian company specializing in identity and access management (IAM) services. The acquisition will bolster Accenture’s ability to deliver advanced IAM solutions in Canada across key critical infrastructure industries such as financial services, power utilities, mining and transportation.
Toronto, ON - September 3rd, 2025 - Core & Main, a leader in advancing reliable infrastructure with local service, nationwide, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire substantially all the assets of Canada Waterworks Inc. and Canada Waterworks Ottawa Inc. (collectively, Canada Waterworks), a Canadian distributor of water, wastewater and storm drainage products.
Toronto, ON – August 18th, 2025
FP Partners, in partnership with Alpha40Capital, is pleased to announce the creation of HiLuxe, a new platform focused on premium, non-invasive aesthetic care. As its inaugural investment, HiLuxe has acquired Signature Cosmetic Clinics, a fast-growing network of medical aesthetics clinics operating across Ontario.
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DALLAS, TEXAS - JULY 9, 2025 - Astria Elevate LP announced July 7 that it's acquired experiential design firm Entro Communications for an undisclosed amount, marking the firm's first investment since it formally launched the firm on June 17.
As part of its investment strategy, Astria Elevate plans to focus on founder-owned or privately-owned businesses with potential for long-term growth but lacking resources to scale up the business, Astria founder and managing partner Shaun Gordon explained.
Toronto, Ontario – Swift Messenger Delivery Systems Canada Ltd. (“Swift” or the “Company”), a leading regional logistics provider, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Atripco Delivery Service Ltd. (“Atripco”), a well-established, family-owned courier and freight company specializing in same-day, final-mile, and dedicated fleet services. The transaction closed February 2025. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Toronto, Canada – January [··], 2025 – Smile CDR Inc. (d.b.a. Smile Digital Health), the world leader in FHIR-based health data solutions, today announced a successful $15 million credit financing agreement with FirePower Capital. This strategic partnership will enable Smile to accelerate the growth and development of its market-leading health data platform and further expand its innovative solutions for the healthcare sector.
TORONTO, CANADA – October 16, 2024 —FirePower Capital (“FirePower”), Canada’s entrepreneurial lender, investor, and M&A advisor, today announced that it has provided working capital to Noetic Fund, an investment fund focused on breakthrough innovations in the emerging fields of psychedelics, neuropharmaceuticals, and mental health therapeutics.
LAS VEGAS, NV / ACCESSWIRE -- August 19, 2024 -- CyberGuard Advantage, a global leader in IT security risk and compliance services, has announced the acquisition of Control Gap, a Canadian-based provider of PCI compliance, Cyber Risk, and Offensive Security solutions designed to enhance security and compliance for organizations across various industries.
TORONTO, CANADA – August 9, 2024 — FirePower Capital ("FirePower"), Canada's entrepreneurial lender, investor, and M&A advisor, today announced that it has issued a 36-month term loan to Avant Imaging and Integrated Media, ULC. ("AIIM"), an Ontario-based leader with an end-to-end platform that helps clients create, compose, manage, and deliver critical compliance and marketing communications in a SOC2 Type 2 environment. Its solutions are focused on financial services, insurance, retail, and non-profit industries.
MINNEAPOLIS, MN July 10, 2024 – AWT Labels & Packaging Inc. (AWT), an industry leading provider of custom labels, flexible packaging, and precision converting solutions for healthcare, consumer brands, and technology companies, today announced the acquisition of American Label Technologies (ALT).
