Top Ontario Independent Sponsors with Recent Private M&A Activity

Active Firms

958

TTM Deal Inquiries

$4M-$19M

Core Revenue Range

$1M-$4M

Core EBITDA Range

Top Sectors by Activity

Industrials 52%

Healthcare 11%

Consumer Goods 8%

Business Services 7%

Technology 7%

Key Attributes

Focus: Control Investments | Capital Source: Deal-By-Deal Financing | Operating Approach: Scale & Exit

Pillar49 Capital

2 Closed Deals via Axial

3 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Pillar49 Capital provides liquidity, succession solutions and growth capital to owners of small and medium-sized businesses, while preserving and building on the factors that made them great – culture and people.We partner with North American businesses with $1 to $10 million+ of EBITDA / cash flow, with a long growth runway and attractive industry characteristics.At Pillar49, we take a different approach than most investors by “rolling up our sleeves” as active managers, providing our partners with the operational and financial resources to support and drive long-term growth. With over…

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May 2024 Acquired Confidential Company
May 2023 Acquired Confidential Company
May 2022 Acquired Confidential Company

Burlington Street Partners

1 Closed Deal via Axial

5 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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BSP is a firm owned and operated by partners with decades of experience in analyzing, acquiring and operating businesses. As a private investment partnership, we seek to acquire small to mid-sized companies and invest using primarily our own capital. We aim to be the partner of choice for the thoughtful business owner looking to sell by being flexible, structuring win-win outcomes and following through on our word.

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Nov 2025 Acquired Confidential Company
Nov 2023 Acquired Confidential Company
May 2023 Acquired Confidential Company
Jun 2021 Acquired Confidential Company

Atlasview Equity Partners

7 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Atlasview Equity Partners is a founder-first private equity firm specializing in acquiring and building businesses in the lower middle market. Atlasview seeks businesses with defensible moats and multiple levers to add significant value to create an asymmetric returns profile. Atlasview works closely with management teams to execute organic and inorganic (M&A) growth initiatives to build businesses into market leaders.

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Jul 2026 Acquired Howard Supply Company
Jul 2026 Acquired Biblionix
Mar 2025 Acquired Auto-Graphics
Oct 2024 Acquired MINISIS Inc.

Golden Spruce Capital

3 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Golden Spruce Capital (GSC) is a Toronto-based pool of entrepreneurial capital seeking to acquire best-in-class small and medium sized businesses across North America.GSC will make control investments in profitable and stable companies with $3mm – $40mm in revenue and $1mm – $5mm in cash flow (EBITDA).GSC's mandate is flexible; whether it's an owner-operator looking to retire, or an owner-operator looking to de-risk their asset base but continue to run the business, GSC can actively participate in either scenario. They facilitate the opportunity to monetize between 51% - 100%, while…

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Jun 2022 Acquired Confidential Company
Dec 2020 Acquired Confidential Company
Aug 2018 Acquired Knewsales Group

venn growth partners

3 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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Venn Growth Partners is a growth equity fund that partners with distinctive companies in the healthcare services, education, consumer, and business services sectors. As a private investment firm, it seeks to provide strategic support and capital to businesses poised for growth. With a focus on fostering innovation and expansion, Venn Growth Partners leverages its expertise to drive value and success in its portfolio companies.

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Jan 2026 Acquired Guidepost Global
Feb 2025 Acquired Millie
Jan 2022 Acquired Monarch House

EC Investment Partners

2 Total Closed Deals Actively Sourcing Deals

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We build the next generation of enduring Canadian businesses by acquiring SMEs and transforming them through disciplined value creation, care for people, and long-term stewardship.Our vision is to build a portfolio of exceptional businesses and create lasting impact in every business we invest in.People FirstWe invest in the people and teams that manage our organizations. We lead with respect and integrity in how we treat owners, employees, and capital partners.Hands-On & Process-Driven ApproachWe roll up our sleeves and get involved. We prioritize on commercial and operational…

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Jun 2023 Acquired Fluidconcepts & Design
Jul 2021 Acquired CRH Oral Design

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Westhaver Partners

1 Total Closed Deal Actively Sourcing Deals

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Westhaver Partners is an evergreen investment group backed by long-term capital. We focus on companies with strong cash flow profiles, opportunities to scale and defensible competitive positioning. We generally seek to purchase majority stakes and operate companies, together with management teams, but with long-term capital and an entrepreneurial approach, we can be flexible.

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Jan 2019 Acquired Broadway Foods

Tandem Investment Partners

1 Total Closed Deal Actively Sourcing Deals

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Tandem Investment Partners Inc. was founded by investment professionals who are passionate about working with small to medium sized companies to achieve their growth potential. Our name was chosen to symbolize our collaborative, hands-on approach to the companies we invest in. Our team’s extensive finance and operational experience supports businesses to achieve a higher level of performance. Our vision is to systematically create value within our portfolio companies by working with transitioning owners to build upon the legacy. Through our investments, we create a community of…

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Jun 2023 Acquired FluidConcepts

Altmaven Capital

1 Total Closed Deal Actively Sourcing Deals

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Altmaven Capital is a Toronto-based investment firm focused on partnering with companies across all stages of the business life cycle, from early growth to succession and transition.Altmaven focuses on a range of investment opportunities, including growth capital for acquisitions, management buyouts, founder and family succession, carve-outs, and complex or overlooked situations. We selectively invest in earlier-stage companies where our capital and operating experience can accelerate growth and help navigate inflection points.We work closely with founders, management teams, and shareholders…

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Jul 2024 Acquired Confidential Company

Slash Finance

Actively Sourcing Deals

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PE fund looking for SMBs in North America but open to global opportunities for both tuck in and platform expansion across multiple industries including healthcare, manufacturing, and real estate. Message for more details

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

Bay Street Manufacturing

Actively Sourcing Deals

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HealthGuard is a Canadian company specializing in the production of bed protection products and pillows, with a focus on allergen protection. Established in 1991, HealthGuard is committed to enhancing sleep comfort and reducing allergy and asthma symptoms through its innovative product lines. The company offers a range of products including mattress protectors, pillows, pillow protectors, and mattress encasements, all designed to provide a comfortable, breathable, and allergen-free sleep environment. HealthGuard operates under Bay Street Manufacturing and is dedicated to delivering…

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

Bafton Group

Actively Sourcing Deals

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Bafton Inc. is a parent company established in Canada and Looking to acquire and lead a manufacturing or service company in Southern Ontario, Canada generating $500k-$2M Seller Discretionary Earnings.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Westport Partners Inc.

Actively Sourcing Deals

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Graham Badun is the founder and CEO of Westport Partners Inc., a Toronto-based holding company that acquires and builds businesses in property technology, home services, and residential real estate services.Graham brings more than 30 years of operating and M&A experience to Westport's portfolio. As Group CEO of Brookfield Residential Property Services (1998–2012), he grew the business from a single Canadian platform into operations across eight countries, quadrupling net revenue through organic growth, strategic acquisitions — including GMAC Home Services and the $110 million purchase…

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Shanker Kaura

Actively Sourcing Deals

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Experienced leader seeking to acquire and operate an established, technology-enabled business in the Tech/B2B Services, Manufacturing/Distribution, or Specialized Services sectors. I specialize in driving growth by modernizing operations through AI, automation, and digital e-commerce strategies. My goal is to find a platform with proven demand where I can apply my "shop floor to boardroom" leadership style to build a lasting family legacy and strengthen community ties through entrepreneurship.

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This member has no reported closed transactions.

LevrIQ Equity Partners

Actively Sourcing Deals

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LevrIQ Equity Partners is a ‘systems-first’ private investment group exclusively focused on leveraging the power of real operational capability and experience, executable strategy, and deep financial knowledge to transform and compound value where others cannot.We aren't your typical investment firm. We're seasoned investors and operators who understand the real challenges of running a business, beyond building PowerPoint decks and Excel spreadsheets. Our approach is more than financial engineering, we focus on building perpetual value through operational excellence and resolute…

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Draza Capital Group

Actively Sourcing Deals

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Draza Capital is a private equity firm that specializes in investing in high-growth companies with a sustainable competitive advantage. The firm is actively seeking investment opportunities in established markets, focusing on businesses that demonstrate strong potential for growth and market leadership. Draza Capital's strategic approach is centered around identifying and nurturing companies that can leverage their competitive strengths to achieve significant market impact.

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Runway Holdings

Actively Sourcing Deals

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Hey i'm Matt Stein, VP of Business Development at Runway Holdings. Runway Holdings is a Toronto based permanent capital investment partnership. We invest our own capital to acquire mission critical business built to withstand the test of time. We have no fund, no LPs, and no exit timelines. A unicorn buyer with patient capital committed to doing right by the owners, communities, and legacies we partner with.

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NorthCrest Capital

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NorthCrest Capital is the investment vehicle of founder Kevin Laleyan and is supported by a team of entrepreneurs and investors focused on acquiring one business to personally operate and grow. We are here to provide a succession plan to an owner/operator who cares about the future of their business. Our goal is to work with an owner to structure a transaction that preserves your business legacy. We will assume day-to-day company management creating value for the seller, employees, and community.

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Five19 Holdings

Actively Sourcing Deals

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five19 Holdings goal is to partner with Canadian business owners on ownership transitions. We acquire established companies with up to $4 million in EBITDA in the manufacturing, distribution, and business services sectors. Our goal is to provide a seamless succession path while supporting management teams in scaling their businesses and building them into industry leaders.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Castlegar Capital

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Operator-led private investment firm acquiring established lower-middle-market businesses one at a time and holding them for the long term. $1M-$3M EBITDA, profitable, recurring revenue. GTA/Ontario preferred

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Firms in the Ontario Independent Sponsors directory are ordered based on recent deal activity on Axial. The default order reflects observed market signals rather than a subjective ranking of firm quality.

Each profile provides information about the firm’s areas of focus, transaction criteria, and relevant activity on Axial’s M&A platform. Together, these details provide a clearer view of where a firm is active and the types of companies and opportunities most relevant for it.

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for Ontario Independent Sponsors is $4M-$19M, with a core EBITDA range of $1M-$4M. Company size can be an important indicator of fit, as firms often concentrate their experience, resources, and transaction activity within particular segments of the market.

Location can be an important consideration, but it does not necessarily define where a firm is active. Firms based in Ontario may bring regional knowledge, local relationships, and experience with businesses in the area, while many also pursue opportunities across a broader geographic footprint. Geography is best considered alongside sector focus, company size, and relevant transaction activity.

Not necessarily. A firm’s location does not always define its geographic reach. Many Independent Sponsors based in Ontario are active across multiple regions, while firms based elsewhere may also participate in the Ontario market. Location can provide useful context, but it should not be interpreted as a firm’s geographic boundary.

When comparing Independent Sponsors in Ontario, consider factors such as sector focus, size range, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 72 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

Axial can help you identify and connect with firms based on your objectives and what you are looking to accomplish. The process varies depending on your role and transaction needs. If you are interested in connecting with firms in the Ontario Independent Sponsors directory, you can request information here.

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