Business Finders Canada — M&A Advisory and Business BrokerageBusiness Finders Canada is a leading mergers & acquisitions advisory and business brokerage firm headquartered in Kelowna, British Columbia, with active coverage across Western Canada (British Columbia and Alberta).For more than a…
Business Finders Canada — M&A Advisory and Business Brokerage
Business Finders Canada is a leading mergers & acquisitions advisory and business brokerage firm headquartered in Kelowna, British Columbia, with active coverage across Western Canada (British Columbia and Alberta).
For more than a decade, our team has helped private company owners, investors, and corporate acquirers navigate successful business transitions with confidentiality, precision, and strategic insight.
We specialize in mid-market transactions typically ranging from $1M to $50M in enterprise value, combining local expertise with national reach and deep buyer networks.
Service
Description
Mergers & Acquisitions Advisory
End-to-end sell-side and buy-side mandates, from valuation through negotiation and closing.
Business Valuation
Formal market-based valuations for ownership planning, financing, or sale readiness.
Commercial Real Estate Sales & Leasing
Licensed commercial real estate division handling operating properties, investment assets, and lease assignments.
Exit Planning
Strategic preparation and value-building support for owners planning a transition within 12–36 months.
Confidential Buyer Representation
Target identification, approach, and acquisition advisory for corporate and individual buyers.
Industry Focus
We maintain specialized expertise across sectors where performance and assets are closely linked:
- Construction & Trades
- Manufacturing & Industrial Services
- Transportation & Logistics
- Medical & Health Services (incl. Medical Aesthetics)
- Property Management & Real Estate Services
- Automotive & Equipment
- Retail, Distribution, and Franchise Resales
Transaction Size & Metrics
Metric
Typical Range
Enterprise Value (EV)
CAD $1M – $50M
Seller Discretionary Earnings (SDE)
CAD $250K – $5M
Deal Structure
Asset and Share Sales
Buyers Database
10,000+ qualified active buyers across Western Canada and North America
Competitive Advantage
- Integrated Brokerage Model: One of few firms in Western Canada licensed for both business sales and commercial real estate, enabling seamless asset + property transactions.
- Data-Driven Valuation Engine: Proprietary valuation templates benchmarked against 1,100+ historical transactions.
- National & International Reach: Strategic marketing partnerships and premium exposure on major global platforms (Axial, BizBuySell, BusinessesForSale, CREXI).
- Confidential Process: Structured blind profiles, NDA-protected disclosures, and controlled buyer qualification process.
- High Conversion Rate: Over 1,100 completed transactions with a closing ratio nearly 5× the industry average.
Geographic Focus
Region
Coverage
British Columbia
Okanagan Valley, Greater Vancouver, Vancouver Island, Northern BC
Alberta
Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, Grande Prairie
Cross-Border Reach
Buyers across the U.S. and international markets via Axial and partner networks
Representative Transactions
Transaction
Sector
Deal Type
Value (CAD)
Outdoor Storage Facility
Industrial / Real Estate
Asset Sale
$9.9M
Medical Aesthetics Clinic
Health / Services
Share Sale
$695K
Property Management Company
Real Estate Services
Share Sale
$2.4M
Manufacturing & Fabrication Business
Industrial
Asset Sale
$5.1M
Distribution Business
B2B / Wholesale
Share Sale
$3.8M
Leadership
Steve Harvey – Founder & CEO
Certified Business Broker | Licensed Commercial Realtor
Steve has led Business Finders Canada since its founding, overseeing more than a thousand completed transactions and establishing the firm as a benchmark in Western Canada’s lower-middle-market M&A space. His focus is on operational excellence, client confidentiality, and maximizing enterprise value for sellers.
Headquarters: Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
Website: https://businessfinderscanada.com
Email: steve@businessfinderscanada.com
Phone: +1 (250) 491-1111
Ideal Deal Criteria
Parameter
Preferred Range
Enterprise Value
$1M – $50M
EBITDA / SDE
$250K – $5M
Geography
Western Canada (BC, AB)
Industry
Service, Manufacturing, Construction, Logistics, Health
Real Estate
Included or optionally available
Owner Transition
Willing to assist post-sale up to 12 months
Current Mandates (Sample Listings)
- Profitable Medical Aesthetics Clinic – BC Interior
- Turnkey clinic, part-time ownership, growth potential. Asking $695K (share sale).
- Industrial Storage Facility with Residence – West Kelowna
- $420K NOI with expansion potential to $700K+. Asking $9.995M.
- Manufacturing & Fabrication Business – Southern BC
- 15-year operating history, clean books, real estate optional. Asking $5.1M.
Memberships & Credentials
- Certified Business Intermediary (CBI)
- Licensed Commercial Real Estate Brokerage (BC Financial Services Authority)
- Member, International Business Brokers Association (IBBA)
- Member, Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) KelownA
Tagline
“Confidential. Professional. Results-Driven.
We sell businesses, not promises.”
