Advancing Canada’s economic prosperity

Canada Development Investment Corporation (CDEV) advances economic prosperity for Canada by delivering financial and commercial expertise as the trusted advisor and active asset manager to government.

Why CDEV

Making impact since 1982

Helping Canada navigate some of the country’s biggest financial challenges 

Unmatched commercial expertise

As a cost-effective active manager of strategic government assets 

Operating at the speed of business 

Providing impactful internal expertise and skills not found elsewhere in government

What We Do

Practical solutions with lasting impact

CDEV advises on and executes critical financial transactions, supports priority policy objectives, and maximizes the value of corporate assets in Canada’s best interest. In periods of economic pressure, CDEV brings the agility and rapid responsiveness required for government to act quickly and effectively. 

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Our Companies

Stewardship that strengthens our economy

CDEV is an active manager of the CDEV Group of Companies, including Trans Mountain, Canada Indigenous Loan Guarantee Corp (CILGC), Canada Enterprise Emergency Funding Corp (CEEFC), Canada Growth Fund (CGF), Canada Hibernia Holding Corp (CHHC) and Telesat Loan Co. Discover how the assets and companies we steward protect and build our country’s future. 

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Publications 

Reporting with integrity

Accountability matters. We publish reports on our corporate plan, annual activities, accessibility and more so Canadians can clearly see how decisions are made, dollars are invested and results are delivered.

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Work with Us

Build Canada’s future – and your own

Joining the CDEV team means taking on meaningful challenges, accelerating your career and having an impact you’ll see for years to come. 

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Latest News

May 8, 2026 | Announcements

CDEV structuring Canadian Photonics Fabrication Centre spin-off process

Toronto, May 8, 2026—As the Government of Canada’s trusted partner for financial, commercial, and strategic advice, Canada Development Investment Corporation (CDEV) is playing a central role in the proposed spin-off of the National Research Council of Canada’s Canadian Photonics Fabrication Centre (CPFC), announced this week by the Government of Canada.  The proposed transaction is intended…
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May 1, 2026 | Announcements

CDEV Releases 2025 Annual Report

Toronto, May 1, 2026 – Canada Development Investment Corporation (CDEV) today announced the release of its 2025 Annual Report, highlighting a year of strong execution, expanded impact, and delivery on some of Canada’s most complex and strategically significant economic priorities. In 2025, we reinforced our role as the federal government’s trusted financial and commercial advisor…
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April 14, 2026 | Announcements

CDEV Releases 2026–2030 Corporate Plan Summary

Toronto, April 14, 2026 – Canada Development Investment Corporation (CDEV) today announced the release of its Corporate Plan Summary for 2026–2030, outlining its strategic priorities and continued role in advancing the Government of Canada’s economic objectives. CDEV delivers the financial and commercial expertise that government relies on. As a self-sustaining Crown corporation operating since 1982,…
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Land Acknowledgement

CDEV acknowledges that, as a federal Crown corporation, it exercises a mandate across Canada, which is home to many diverse First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples. CDEV operates across our country on unceded Indigenous territories with long and rich traditions. We are committed to reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples and encourage our employees and directors, and all Canadians, to play a role in learning, understanding, and respecting their history, culture, and contributions to this land called Canada.