Investments in Québec

CDPQ is a leading player in Québec. We have a profound understanding of this market where we play a structuring role that goes well beyond investment.

Every day we leverage our expertise, our teams’ know-how and our extensive Québec and international business networks to have a real impact and create lasting value to benefit millions of Quebecers.

Key figures

$88 B

CDPQ’s total assets in Québec as at December 31, 2023 

$100 B

Our ambition for 2026

Our objective

Our goal is to invest in projects and companies that generate strong returns for CDPQ and its depositors and contribute to building a dynamic, competitive and sustainable Québec economy over the long term.

Our approach

We support Québec’s companies and economic players based on 3 priorities:

  • Sustainable growth
    We propel companies’ growth ambitions and support the next generation while promoting a greener economy, consideration of ESG factors, and the development of sustainable buildings and infrastructures
  • Global reach
    We help create Québec champions in North America and around the world to generate benefits for Québec
  • Technological evolution
    We back the growth of innovative businesses and accelerate the digital transformation of companies in more traditional industries
Demi-cercles

Bespoke constructive capital

Do you run a mid-sized company looking to grow and enhance its competitive positioning?

Are you the head of a large cap seeking a solid partner to expand internationally?

We have solutions that meet your needs, no matter your development stage.

Our financing solutions

Equity investments

  • Common shares 
  • Preferred shares
  • Participating debentures
  • Convertible debentures

Loan financing

  • High-yield loans
  • Short-term bridge loans
  • Term loans
  • Subordinated loans
  • Senior debt

Partner with Québec companies

We work to develop and build strong companies that can compete on international markets.

Our professions

Private Mid Market Companies

Investing in and supporting successful SMEs

Learn more about Ambition ME

Private Large Capitalizations

Investing to expand large companies 

Public companies and relationship investing 

Support the growth of publicly listed companies

Operating Partnership

Support to maximize the value potential of partner companies

 

Venture Capital and Technology

International development and expansion of technology companies

Investment funds

Investments in private funds active in venture and development capital in Québec

Our value added

We are with you at each stage of development, whether in interactions between our experts and your management team or through our representative on your Board of Directors. We seek to create value by supporting you in developing and implementing your strategies.

Our integrated approach leverages:

  • Capital
    We offer flexible financing solutions tailored to companies’ needs and realities
  • Diversified expertise
    We can count on teams that specialize in investment and cutting edge fields such as sustainable investing, digital technology and cybersecurity
  • Capacity to forge relationships
    We facilitate relationships and networking to generate value for companies thanks to our in-depth knowledge of the Québec market and vast international network

Selected direct investments