Cannar M&A is a CFO-led M&A advisory firm helping owners sell a business in Canada and helping buyers buy a business in Canada — with a disciplined process built for Canadian SMEs up to $10M in revenue.

We lead the SME Exit Lifecycle:

Sale-Ready (pre-sell advisory) → Transaction (sell-side & buy-side M&A) → Value Protection (post-acquisition advisory / first 100 days).
A process-led approach
Most advisors focus on marketing a business for sale. We start earlier — because stronger preparation creates better outcomes.
Our engagements follow a consistent sequence:
•	NDA + MOU to align confidentiality, fees, and terms
•	A structured Lender-Ready Pack / Seller Readiness Package to surface gaps early and build a buyer-ready story
•	Exit planning and sale readiness work where needed to reduce objections and improve deal quality
•	Confidential marketing and buyer outreach, including direct calls and targeted outreach to qualified buyers, supported by paid and unpaid channels and strict buyer screening

Credibility that matters in SME transactions
Cannar is led by senior operators who have served as CFOs, CEOs, and COOs. Our team brings 130+ years of combined leadership experience and $310M+ in completed M&A transactions across multiple industries — with a practical, execution-focused approach for privately held businesses.

What we deliver
Sell-side M&A advisory: exit planning, sale readiness, valuation positioning, CIM preparation, buyer qualification, LOI support, and coordination through close.
Buy-side M&A advisory: deal screening support, transaction coordination, and practical guidance through key commercial issues.
Post-acquisition advisory: “first 100 days” support focused on cash control, KPI dashboards, working capital, and performance cadence.

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