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Spark Centre
Spark Centre is a private equity firm based in Oshawa, Canada. It focuses on a Venture Capital strategy. The firm has 14 staff members, including one...
Spark Centre
Spark Centre is a private equity firm based in Oshawa, Canada. It focuses on a Venture Capital strategy. The firm has 14 staff members, including one investment professional.
General information
Firm type
Private Equity
Year founded
2010
Location
Region
North America
Country
Canada
City
Oshawa
Corporate office
Oshawa, ON, Canada
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at Spark Centre?
Spark Centre does not operate a traditional fund with a CIO or managing partner making allocation decisions. Programs are overseen by an executive director and governed by a board of directors drawn from Durham Region business, academic, and municipal leadership. Investment decisions, where applicable, are made through affiliated programs or partner funds rather than an internal investment committee.
How does Spark Centre source proprietary deal flow?
Spark Centre sources deal flow through its position as the primary Regional Innovation Centre for Durham Region. Founders apply via the centre's intake process, which funnels accepted ventures into advisory and acceleration tracks. The centre also receives referrals from Ontario's provincial innovation network and local post-secondary institutions, including Ontario Tech University and Durham College.
Does Spark Centre participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
Spark Centre does not allocate to external funds. Its model is client-facing — advising individual startups and connecting them to angel investors, seed funds, and government granting programs. The centre itself does not invest as a limited partner in other venture capital funds.
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