Who We Are

The National Crowdfunding & Fintech Association of Canada (NCFA Canada) is a non-profit, community-based financial innovation ecosystem that connects and supports a growing global network of entrepreneurs, fintechs, investors, regulators, government, and industry partners. NCFA provides education, market intelligence, industry stewardship, networking, funding opportunities, and services that help drive fintech and digital finance innovation. Active across sectors such as web3, blockchain, crypto, artificial intelligence, alternative finance, investment crowdfunding, open banking, challenger and digital-first banking, embedded finance, Insurtech, wealthtech, and payments, NCFA helps incubate projects and channel investment into ventures that create real value for businesses and consumers. The association works to build a vibrant, sustainable, and inclusive financial services sector that strengthens Canada’s global competitiveness.

Membership is comprised of a network of fintech start-ups/scale-ups, entrepreneurs seeking capital and resources, investors (private, retail, angel and venture capital) and industry participants in the emerging digital economy such as licensed dealers, consultants, marketing/media/PR, and finance specialists, lawyers, accountants, and social enterprise groups working to build and advance innovative capital market models, infrastructure and financial products and services.  While membership has a Canadian focus, NCFA remains open and inclusive to international members and plugs into a vast network of fintech leaders and global communities around the world to collaborate and share best practices, standards, thought leadership, education, and services.

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What Sets Us Apart

NCFA’s distinct strength comes from being an open, community driven network that brings together founders, investors, innovators, and partners without the usual corporate layers. The focus is on practical access to capital, alternative finance, and real pathways for growth that support both early stage companies and scaling firms. NCFA works across fintech, web3, AI, and emerging funding models, which gives it a broader view of where markets are heading and how policy can keep pace. The organization also maintains active partnerships beyond Canada, linking members to fast growing innovation markets and helping build bridges that support trade, investment, and global collaboration. NCFA’s work remains independent, project and research based, and grounded in helping entrepreneurs, investors, and the wider ecosystem move forward with clarity and confidence, while tapping into global market intelligence for Canadian fintechs.

What We Do

The NCFA Canada works to reach this destination by:

• Researching, consulting, partnering and advocating for sensible solutions to key issues that impact industry
• Educating businesses, entrepreneurs, investors, the public, media and regulatory bodies regarding trends, initiatives, regulations, and emerging best practices
• Developing strategic program initiatives that impact members and their daily interactions with industry
• Provide market and venture development services and networking opportunities to contributing members
• Establishing a relevant and strong membership network that contributes to NCFA Canada policy and provides networking opportunities with professionals in the industry
• Assisting members and the public in identifying and reporting fraud
• Advocate the growth of a collaborative and dynamic alternative finance and venture funding ecosystem

Our Values and Operating Principles

• Develop and support a vibrant and dynamic fintech industry that balances efficient capital formation and investor protection
• Ensure membership is inclusive at all times (as opposed to exclusive)
• Demonstrate financial responsibility and accountability to our members
• Maintain an enthusiastic partnership between the  staff and the volunteer network
• Consult with our Board of Directors, and other governing bodies regularly
• Increase membership and strengthen our resource base and networks
• Ensure effective and timely communication with members
• Global perspective and vision while ensuring Canada remains competitive

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