📊 Deal News – Oct 10th 2025

Bold moves as business activity buzzes.

In a week marked by strategic pivots and bold investments, Canadian firms are making waves both domestically and internationally. From infrastructure investments in Europe to major mergers in the mining sector, the Canadian business landscape is buzzing with activity. As companies navigate these turbulent waters, the question remains: Are these moves setting the stage for long-term growth or short-term gains?

🇨🇦 National Deal Watch

CCPIB’s Spanish Soirée: A $1B Stake Boost
The Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CCPIB) is making a significant move by investing $1 billion to increase its stake in a unit of Spain’s FCC to 49.99%. This strategic investment highlights CCPIB’s focus on diversifying its portfolio with international infrastructure assets. Source

Dye & Durham’s Poison Pill Drama
Toronto-based Dye & Durham is using a poison pill strategy to fend off a takeover bid by former CEO Matthew Proud. This defensive move is a classic tactic in the tech sector’s ongoing control battles. Source

🍁 Ontario & Québec Investments

Spellbook’s Magical $50M Series B Funding
Spellbook, an AI-driven legal tech firm, has secured US$50 million (C$70 million) in Series B funding led by Khosla Ventures. This funding underscores the growing interest in legal tech innovation and the cross-border appeal of Canadian startups. Source

Market Breather or Buying Opportunity?
The S&P/TSX Composite dropped over 200 points amid falling gold prices and U.S. market pullbacks. This could be a strategic buying opportunity for investors eyeing undervalued Canadian equities. Source

Nigel Wright’s Legacy and the Onex Connection
The passing of Nigel Wright, former chief of staff to Stephen Harper and a senior executive at Onex Corporation, marks a significant moment for Canadian politics and business. Source

🌲 West Coast Watch

Nine-Unit Kitsilano Property Sells for $3.5 Million
A nine-unit multi-family property in Kitsilano, Vancouver, has been sold for $3.5 million, highlighting the area’s long-term investment potential amid housing supply challenges. Western Investor

B.C. Housing Bill Targets Short-Term Rentals
The B.C. government is introducing a bill to publicize penalties for short-term rental non-compliance, potentially reshaping the rental landscape. Western Investor

B.C. Strikes Escalate, Affecting 26,000 Public Service Workers
Strikes involving 26,000 public service workers in B.C. are causing significant disruptions, with potential implications for provincial service delivery and investor confidence. Western Investor

🌊 Surf and Turf: Maritimes to Prairies

N.B. Liquor’s Liquidation Strategy
New Brunswick Liquor is offloading $3.4 million worth of American booze, aiming to recover costs and reduce inventory waste. CBC News

Cabot’s Golf Course Gambit: A Swing and a Miss?
Cabot’s attempt to develop a golf course in Nova Scotia’s West Mabou Beach Park faces public opposition, highlighting the challenges of balancing development with conservation. SaltWire

🌐 Cross-Border Connections

EU’s Stablecoin Safeguards: A Canadian Opportunity?
The EU’s call for stablecoin safeguards could open doors for Canadian fintech firms to offer compliant solutions or partner with European counterparts. Source

Thanks for reading! Give us a follow on X.com for deal memes all day long!