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KV Capital opens Toronto office, expanding national presence
Today, Alberta-based real estate finance firm and investment manager, KV Capital, announced the opening of its Toronto office. Situated in the heart of Toronto’s Financial District, the new location formalizes the firm’s commitment to Canada’s largest real estate and capital market. KV Capital’s presence in Toronto will help real estate industry participants execute their mandates […]
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Insights from the Calgary Real Estate Forum: Positioning for 2026-2027
The macro picture is improving Benjamin Tal, Chief Economist at CIBC, made the strongest case we have heard in months for reduced uncertainty. U.S. tariffs are not going away, but they will settle at predictable levels. That matters because uncertainty—not tariffs themselves—has been freezing capital deployment decisions across our sector. With U.S. mid-term elections approaching […]
Commercial term financing
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Commercial term financing
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KV Capital provides $82.4 million construction financing for Calgary rental development
KV Capital Inc. announced the closing of a $82.4-million construction loan for Arthur, a 254-unit purpose-built rental project in Calgary’s Currie neighbourhood. The financing supports the joint venture between Anthem Properties Group Ltd. and Arrowleaf Real Estate Holdings Ltd. Located at 555 Bishop Drive adjacent to Mount Royal University, the development will deliver one- and […]
Private equity
Private equity
KV Capital and Benson Cabinetry & Millwork alliance to boost Canadian homebuilding
KV Capital Inc. is pleased to announce an important new partnership with Benson Cabinetry and Millwork Ltd. (Benson), a leading maker and supplier of high-quality custom millwork and cabinetry for Canadian housing developments. This alliance is a further advance by the private equity division at KV Capital, as it continues to implement its strategy of […]
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Private equity
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Private equity
KV Capital launches new fund for Canadian accredited investors
This closed-end fund enables eligible and accredited Canadian investors to invest alongside KV and its institutional partners in the firm’s Building Products Strategy. It will target annual returns of 14%-18% from the strategy’s private equity portfolio.
Private equity
Private equity
KV Capital’s Inaugural Private Equity Fund III Investment, Nelson Lumber, Expands to Calgary
KV Capital is thrilled to announce Nelson Lumber, the inaugural investment in KV Private Equity Fund III LP, is expanding operations to serve the Calgary market and surrounding areas. This move follows the firm’s partnership announcement in May alongside ATB Private Equity, BDC Capital, and Nelson Lumber’s current shareholders, marking a significant milestone in Nelson […]
Real Estate Equity Partners Fund I
Real Estate Equity Partners Fund I
Collaborating for Alberta’s future: Real Estate Equity Partners project set to open amidst strong economic landscape for the province
Our Real Estate Equity Partners team is thrilled to announce StoreWest Bluebird Partners will open its newest facility in the third quarter of this year as part of a continued commitment to developing Class A self-storage facilities throughout Canada. In partnership with our inaugural real estate-focused private equity fund, StoreWest Bluebird Partners will acquire and […]
Private equity
Private equity
KV Capital’s private equity division partners with Nelson Lumber to launch building products portfolio
We are excited to announce a strategic partnership with Nelson Lumber Company Ltd., a leading Alberta-based supplier of commercial and residential building supplies for renovations and new home construction, along with Nelson Homes, a manufacturer of ready-to-move and prefabricated homes (collectively referred to as 'Nelson Lumber').
Real Estate Equity Partners Fund I
Real Estate Equity Partners Fund I
KV Capital Real Estate Equity Partners Launches Fund II
Fund seeks growth by addressing continued demand for real estate development investment.
Real Estate Equity Partners Fund I
Real Estate Equity Partners Fund I
Inaugural KV Capital Real Estate Equity Partners Fund now fully committed
Full commitment of capital signals new phase of growth.
Private equity
Private equity
KV Capital launches building products strategy by adding veteran industry CEO to its operating company private equity team
Paul Verhesen, past president & CEO of Clark Builders, brings strategic insights to KV
Commercial term financing
Commercial term financing
Case Study: Autograph
The 7-storey, 163-unit building with at-grade retail, will act as a catalyst for the burgeoning West Village urban destination, by igniting further inspiration for additional mixed-use developments in the area and amplifying a unique sense of place in a functional yet inviting, community-first district.
Commercial term financing
Commercial term financing
Understanding owner-occupied commercial financing
We recently sat down with our Managing Partner of Commercial Real Estate Finance to learn more about owner-occupied real estate and the unique financing structure that enables business owners to own their own commercial property.
Real Estate Equity Partners Fund I
Real Estate Equity Partners Fund I
Case Study: Avalon Master Builder
An Alberta-based home builder with a 40-year legacy of success, Avalon has become a leader in building environmentally-friendly homes in Calgary at an affordable price.