Private Equity
INVESTMENTS
BCI’s Private Equity program actively manages a diverse $33.6 billion portfolio of fund, direct, and co-investments.
We partner with like-minded investment firms and experienced management teams to drive growth, operational improvements, and enhance performance in businesses worldwide.
As one of Canada’s largest institutional investors, BCI has built a global reputation as a strategic capital source through strong relationships with top-tier managers and companies. Our proven investment approach consistently delivers industry-leading value for our clients, partners, and portfolio companies.
We Invest In
We invest in leading companies and private equity funds across sectors and geographies with strong growth potential.
By providing capital for investment partners and sector-leading operating companies, we have built a diverse, global portfolio positioned for value-creation and long-term capital returns.
SECTORS
Business Services
We invest in human-capital management, logistics, home services franchises, advertising, payment solutions, education, and B2B services.
Consumer
We invest in the food and beverage industry, pet services and products, household and personal goods, as well as specialized consumer services.
Financial Services
We invest in insurance, asset and wealth management, financial technology, specialty finance, and payment solutions.
Healthcare
We invest in healthcare products, services and technologies that improve health, wellbeing and vitality, including pharma, medical devices and diagnostic tools, healthcare services, digital health and providers.
Industrials
We invest in aerospace, transportation, logistics, packaging, automation, shipping, industrial services, and building products.
Technology, Media, and Telecommunications
We invest in software, digital infrastructure and fiber networks, data and information services, and cybersecurity.
Venture & Growth
We invest in enterprise software, financial technology, and disruptive technologies including quantum computing across the growth-equity lifecycle from Series B, to pre-IPO.
Funds
We invest in top-tier leading buyout, growth capital, special situations, and select emerging and venture capital funds around the globe.
Investment & Performance
Over the last five-year period, BCI Private Equity has deployed $24.2 billion in fund and direct investments, partnering with more than 50 high-performing portfolio companies.
As of December 31, 20241, we’ve generated $17.2 billion in total value and returned over $23.7 billion in cash distributions to our clients, showcasing our dedication to driving success.
CAPITAL
IMPACT
GROWTH
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1 Assets in the private equity program are valued annually at December 31. Returns for the program are calculated on an internal rate of return basis. Value Created is computed as the increase in value adjusted for cashflows.
Long-Term Value Creation
We are committed to creating long-term value through innovative investments.
Our team leverages a global network and deep industry expertise to identify and capitalize on unique opportunities, focusing on growth, unlocking potential, and delivering outstanding results.
We prioritize creating lasting value and positive impact for our portfolio companies, partners, clients, and communities.
It is the calibre of our private equity professionals — their ability to underwrite complexity, build trusted relationships, and drive value-creation plans — that enables us to be a partner of choice for leading management teams and co-investors.
JON SALON | Executive Vice President & Global Head, Private Equity
Diversified Investment Strategies
Guided by our clients’ long-term needs, we operate and invest globally, leveraging our scale, unique structure, world-class expertise, and agility to capture the best opportunities across asset classes.