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BDC is a leading financial service provider for Canadian entrepreneurs and business owners. Operation for more than 75 years, BDC has helped businesses grow and succeed by understanding the challenges and needs of Canadian entrepreneurs. BDC provides support to entrepreneurs in all industries and at all stages of development from their business centres across Canada and online.

Serving Canadian entrepreneurs since 1944, the company is a financially sustainable Crown Corporation operating at arm’s length from their sole shareholder, the Government of Canada.

Contact the team at Innovation Factory and CITM to access the perks and services offered to clients by BDC.

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  • Provides financing for Canadian business
  • Online learning centre available
  • Offers advice and consulting services
  • Apply online for up to $100K in loans

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15th annual LiONS LAIR Pitch Competition

Celebrate the 15th anniversary of the LiONS LAIR pitch competition!

Since 2011, we’ve helped over 160 startups launch and scale their businesses. This fall, network with 350+ entrepreneurs, investors, and leaders at a milestone evening where community, growth & collaboration meet innovation.

Meet the top 10 finalists, and watch as they pitch their innovations live to a panel of investors and experts for cash prizes!

When: September 25, 2025 | 5:00pm – 9:00pm 

Where: Oakville Banquet & Conference Centre |
2515 Wyecroft Rd, Oakville, ON L6L 6P8