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The CATA Press Release RE Their 116 Campaign: A Just Cause Lost in a Sea of Self-Serving Rhetoric
Canada's venture capital industry is in trouble. That industry is seriously underfunded, while Canada's emerging technology and life sciences companies are so capital-starved they risk being uncompetitive in the North American market. At the same time, much needed and sought after US capital that could richly fund that industry and those companies is being blocked by Canada's cross-border tax laws.
Dialogue Regarding CATA Post Demonstrates the Productive Power of Social Media
Dialogue Regarding CATA Post Demonstrates the Productive Power of Social Media "116 Campaign" in which I referred to the effort as being self-serving despite a just cause inspired an interesting discussion that demonstrates the power of social media to engage and expand upon a train of thought. In fact I enjoyed the exchange with Sue so much that I felt it warranted sharing with you. So here here the unabridged version:

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“Tips For Entrepreneurs In Selecting A Venture Capitalist”
As a business coach, I do get the opportunity from time to time to assist, guide and facilitate the search for venture capital and venture capital firms. Recently I have been involved in doing just that and here are some tips on what characteristics to look for when searching for venture capitalists. Characteristics of a good venture capitalist should include:
Venture Capital Financing
Venture Capital is a source for raising equity for your business. You must have a good proportion of your funding in the form of equity before lenders would feel comfortable about lending money for your small business. Venture capital funds also does not involve inflexible terms for payment of interest and repayment of the principal. What are the factors that affect your ability to raise venture capital?
Is Canada the New China for VCs? Or Just the New Colorado?
Granted, it's a tiny market, but with the disappearance of most of the tax-advantaged venture capital firms from the Canadian market it's interesting to see that U.S. venture firms are increasingly driving things. There was 21% growth year-over-year in Canadian venture investment, but that was largely a function of the growing dominance of U.S. VCs in the Canadian market, with such firms now accounting for more than half of investment spending in Ontario, Canadian's largest venture market.
VENTURE CAPITAL INVESTMENT IN INDIA
In recognition of growing importance of Venture Capital as one of the sources of finance for Indian industry, particularly for the smaller unlisted companies, the Government has announced a policy governing the establishment of domestic Venture Capital Funds/Companies. An amendment has also been carried out in the SEBI Act empowering the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to register and regulate Venture Capital Funds (VCFs) and Venture Capital Companies (VCCs) through specific regulations.

Outcry Over Section 116 Clearance Certificates: Legitimate Barrier for Foreign Investment Firms or Convenient Scapegoat?
New York, October 12, 2009 – Just 17 venture capital funds raised $1.6 billion in the third quarter of 2009, according to Thomson Reuters and the National Venture Capital Association (NVCA). This level represents the smallest number of venture funds raising money in a single quarter since the third quarter of 1994 when 17 funds were also raised and the lowest level of dollars committed since the first quarter of 2003 when $938 million was raised.
Advantages for International Investors - Canada Opens Doors
Canadian Federal government eliminate Section 116, pertaining to venture capital and private equity industry, removes tax barriers, welcoming the flow of capital across Canada's border. Its removal provides an important signal to international investors that Canada welcomes their contributions to growing companies. Canada is open for business!

Inventory and Purchase Order Financing in Canada
Information on what Canadian business owners need to know with respect to inventory and purchase order financing in Canada – these are sub sets of asset based lending which provide additional working capital for Canadian working capital needs .

Financing for Equipment – Canadian Equipment Capital Options
Equipment leasing in Canada – capital equipment financing options for Canadian business.Information on how Canadian business owners can utilize financing for equipment as a key cash flow and working capital strategy . Canadian capital equipment scenarios can grow profits and sales when used effectively .

Working Capital Financing – Does My Firm need a Working Capital Loan
Working capital financing Alternatives for Canadian Business.Information on how Canadian business owners and financial managers can assess working capital needs . An overview of working capital financing solutions.
3 Key Factors For Raising Capital
Raising venture capital is hard. Statistics show that only 2 to 5% of startups successfully get their business plans funded by VCs. One of the main reasons startups are not able to raise capital is because they approach investors before they are really ready-- i.e., before they are "venture worthy." This article discusses three key factors that will help improve your chances of getting funded.

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