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First West Capital
First West Capital is a $100 million fund established by First West Credit Union to provide subordinated debt and mezzanine financing to small- and...
First West Capital
First West Capital is a $100 million fund established by First West Credit Union to provide subordinated debt and mezzanine financing to small- and medium-sized businesses. First West Credit Union, formed through the merger of Envision Financial and Valley First credit unions, offers members a local decision-making approach. First West Capital has invested in 5 companies, including Fresh Prep in 2018, and has exited 2 portfolio companies, including ESPRO in 2018.
General information
Firm type
Private Equity
Year founded
2010
Location
Region
North America
Country
Canada
City
Vancouver
Corporate office
Vancouver, Canada
Frequently asked questions
What is First West Capital's investment strategy?
First West Capital targets buyouts, management buyouts, and expansion-stage investments in mid-market companies across Western Canada. The firm is explicitly oriented around succession transitions—acquiring businesses from retiring founders and installing next-generation management teams. It focuses on established, cash-flowing companies rather than early-stage or venture-backed startups.
Does First West Capital invest outside of Canada?
First West Capital's entire public positioning centers on Western Canada, specifically British Columbia and the Prairie provinces. There is no indication in the firm's public materials or Canadian capital markets record that it pursues investments outside this regional footprint.
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