The Biggest Business Opportunity Canada Has Seen in a Generation

Right now in Canada, something big is happening — and most people aren’t talking about it.

All across the country, thousands of small and medium-sized business owners are getting close to retirement. They’ve worked hard for decades, built solid companies, and created jobs in their communities. But here’s the thing… most don’t have an exit plan. And that’s a problem.

Fewer Businesses Than 20 Years Ago

Twenty years ago, there were more businesses in Canada than there are today. The latest numbers show about 1.1 million employer businesses — and nearly all of them are small businesses. But we’ve lost ground over the years, and the “silver tsunami” of retiring owners is about to make that worse.

Studies suggest three out of four business owners plan to sell or step away in the next decade. That’s more than $2 trillion in assets about to change hands. The kicker? Fewer than 1 in 10 have an actual plan in place. Without one, too many of these businesses will simply close their doors.

Why Many Good Businesses Are Stuck

A lot of these companies have been successful for years — but they’ve stopped innovating. They’ve been doing the same things that worked in the past, and they haven’t kept pace with how fast the world is changing. It’s not that the owners don’t care — they’ve just been busy running the business, not reinventing it. But if nothing changes, customers move on, and competitors catch up.

The Match That Could Change Everything

Here’s the exciting part: we can fix this.

Imagine pairing experienced business owners who are ready to slow down with younger entrepreneurs who are full of ideas, energy, and ambition. The owners get to see their life’s work continue. The new owners get a business with proven customers, staff, and systems already in place. Everybody wins — and so does the community.

Why This Is the Moment to Act

Opportunities like this don’t come around often. We’re looking at the best chance in a generation to keep great Canadian businesses alive, make them stronger, and spark new growth. The only thing standing in the way is making the right connection

How We Can Help

At niva10, we work with both sides. We help business owners explore their options, even if they’re just starting to think about selling. And we work with entrepreneurs who want to skip the “start from scratch” phase and take the wheel of an existing business. Every conversation is completely confidential.

If you own a business and have been wondering about your next step — or if you’re an entrepreneur looking for your shot — let’s talk. This is your moment.