Estimating the Scale of Angel Investment Activity in Canada: A Comparative Analysis

Authors

  • Martin Croteau Ryerson University
  • Kenneth Grant Ryerson University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.33423/jabe.v23i2.4097

Keywords:

business, economics, entrepreneurship, start-ups, venture capital, angel investment, entrepreneurial ecosystems

Abstract

Little data is available about the level of angel investment in Canada, to enable policy decisions and to make comparisons to other jurisdictions. There is a lack of knowledge of the numbers of angel investors, the total investment support provided and the number of ventures that receive investment. This study provides a conservative estimate of Canadian angel activity using a deductive reasoning approach and survey data from both the demand and supply side of equity investment in Canada. A comparative analysis is made against previous estimates, other parts of the entrepreneurship ecosystems, and other jurisdictions.

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Published

2021-05-11

How to Cite

Croteau, M. ., & Grant , K. . (2021). Estimating the Scale of Angel Investment Activity in Canada: A Comparative Analysis . Journal of Applied Business and Economics, 23(2). https://doi.org/10.33423/jabe.v23i2.4097

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