Harry Jaako
President at British Columbia Discovery Fund (VCC), Inc.
Network origin in Harry Jaako first degree
| Entity | Entity type | Industry | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Company | Investment Banks/Brokers | 41 | |
TMX Group, Inc.
 TMX Group, Inc. Investment Banks/BrokersFinance TMX Group, Inc. provides clearing facilities, data products and other services to the international financial community. The company was founded on August 23, 2002 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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| Extinct | Investment Banks/Brokers | 27 |
Toronto Stock Exchange, Inc.
 Toronto Stock Exchange, Inc. Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Toronto Stock Exchange operates as a stock exchange. It provides opportunities to access public equity capital, liquidity for existing investors, and monitor market exposure associated with Canada's senior exchange. Toronto Stock Exchange was founded in 1852 and is located in Toronto, ON.
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| Subsidiary | Investment Banks/Brokers | 23 |
TSX Venture Exchange, Inc.
 TSX Venture Exchange, Inc. Investment ManagersFinance TSX Venture Exchange, Inc. provides capital and financial services to early stage companies. It offers an access to capital and a market for making venture investments. The firm also provides corporate finance, business development and compliance, and disclosure services. The company was founded on November 29, 1999 and is headquartered in Calgary, Canada.
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| Subsidiary | Investment Managers | 20 |
| Public Company | Packaged Software | 18 | |
| Subsidiary | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | 18 | |
Montréal Climate Exchange, Inc.
 Montréal Climate Exchange, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Montréal Climate Exchange, Inc. designs and operates carbon markets. The company is head quartered in Montreal, Canada.
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| Private Company | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | 18 |
| Subsidiary | Computer Communications | 7 | |
Paradigm Environmental Technologies, Inc.
 Paradigm Environmental Technologies, Inc. Environmental ServicesIndustrial Services Paradigm Environmental Technologies, Inc. designs and manufactures wastewater treatment systems. It provides variety of products for wastewater treatment plants to convert waste streams into renewable energy and other valuable bio-products, and to reduce waste for disposal. The firm offers MicroSludge, its flagship product that reduces the quantity of sludge for disposal and enables extraction of renewable energy and valuable biochemical's. The company was founded by Robert J. Stephenson in 1999 and is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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| Extinct | Environmental Services | 6 |
TIR Systems Ltd.
 TIR Systems Ltd. Electrical ProductsProducer Manufacturing TIR Systems Ltd. provided solid-state lighting technology. It offered fully integrated, LED-based light source, designed specifically to produce high quality white light essential for general lighting applications. It was founded in 1982 and was headquartered in Burnaby, Canada
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| Extinct | Electrical Products | 3 |
Discovery Capital Ventures
 Discovery Capital Ventures Investment ManagersFinance Discovery Capital Ventures is a venture capital firm, a subsidiary of Discovery Capital Corp. founded in 1986 by John McEwen and Harry A. Jaako. The firm is headquartered in Port Coquitlam, Canada.
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| Subsidiary | Investment Managers | 3 |
TSX, Inc.
 TSX, Inc. Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Part of TMX Group Ltd., TSX, Inc. provides a platform for accessing SEDAR® annual reports, news releases, and mutual fund filings. Users can search within documents and view them on desktop or mobile devices. The company is based in Toronto, Canada. The Canadian company also offers free alerts to notify users when their company files a document. The CEO of the company is Craig James Dalziel.
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| Subsidiary | Investment Banks/Brokers | 3 |
Navarik Corp.
 Navarik Corp. Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services Navarik Corp. provides physical operations software and data services for the commodity trading industry. Its solutions include inspection, vetting and VEF. The firm's services encompass software and data services to commodity traders of crude oil, refined products and dry bulk. The software services standardize the process of managing the inspection of bulk commodities exchanged between trading companies. The data services aggregate the inspection data across all trading companies. Navarik was founded by Martin G. Ertl, Don Hitchen and William F. Dobie in 2000 and is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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| Subsidiary | Packaged Software | 3 |
British Columbia Discovery Fund (VCC), Inc.
 British Columbia Discovery Fund (VCC), Inc. Investment ManagersFinance British Columbia Discovery Fund (VCC) Inc seeks investment opportunities in companies located in Canada, primarily in British Columbia. The fund targets companies operating in the fields of information technology, communications, health & life sciences, energy technology & industrial & environmental technologies, mobile and clean technology. It provides financing for early stage capital requirements. It makes follow-on investments.
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| Venture Capital Fund | Investment Managers | 1 |
Chart of Companies connected to the second degree
Multi-company connection
Companies connected to Harry Jaako via their personal network
| Company | Sector | Related people | Main position |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of British Columbia | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Doctorate Degree Doctorate Degree Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree Graduate Degree Masters Business Admin Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| University of Toronto | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Corporate Officer/Principal Graduate Degree Graduate Degree | |
Institute of Corporate Directors
 Institute of Corporate Directors Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Institute of Corporate Directors is a not-for-profit, member-based association that serves as a resource and voice for directors and boards. The non-profit company is based in Toronto, Canada, and has subsidiaries in Canada. The ICD provides thought leadership through various publications and is a unified voice for directors. The Canadian company was founded by Brian J. Gibson, and Rahul K. Bhardwaj has been the CEO of the company since 2016. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| Queen's University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Masters Business Admin | |
| The University of Waterloo | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| University of Western Ontario | College/University | Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin Undergraduate Degree Masters Business Admin Undergraduate Degree | |
Industrial Alliance Insurance & Financial Services, Inc.
 Industrial Alliance Insurance & Financial Services, Inc. Multi-Line InsuranceFinance Industrial Alliance Insurance & Financial Services, Inc. engages in the provision of insurance and investment solutions. It operates through the following segments: Individual Insurance, Individual Wealth Management, Group Insurance, Group Savings and Retirement, US Operations and Other. The Individual Insurance segment refers to life, health, disability, and mortgage insurance products. The Individual Wealth Management segment offers individual products and services for savings plans, retirement funds, and segregated funds, in addition to securities brokerage, trust operations and mutual funds. The Group Insurance segment offers fife, health, accidental death, and dismemberment, dental care and short and long-term disability insurance products for employee plans; creditor insurance, replacement insurance, replacement warranties, extended warranties and other ancillary products for dealer services; and specialized products for special markets solutions. The Group Savings and Retirement segment provides products and services for savings plans, retirement funds, and segregated funds. The US Operations segment provides miscellaneous insurance products sold in the United States such as life insurance products and extended warranties relating to dealer services. The Other segment relates to auto and home insurance products and services such as set management and financing, as well as company capital. The company was founded in 1892 and is headquartered in Quebec, Canada. | Multi-Line Insurance | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
CIBC World Markets, Inc.
 CIBC World Markets, Inc. Investment Banks/BrokersFinance CIBC World Markets, Inc. is a full-service Canadian brokerage and investment banking firm headquartered in Toronto, Ontario. The firm was founded in 1961 and is a subsidiary of the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSE, NYSE: CM). CIBC World Markets provides alternative investment managers with premier prime brokerage that brings together trade execution, reporting, research and capital introduction with a view to enhancing efficiencies and profitability. | Investment Banks/Brokers | Chief Executive Officer Sales & Marketing Treasurer Analyst-Equity | |
| Wilfrid Laurier University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
Montréal Exchange, Inc.
 Montréal Exchange, Inc. Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Montréal Exchange, Inc. engages in the operation and development of market and clearing services for Canadian and international clients and to commercialize internally developed technology solutions. The Group operates in two segments, namely, Exchange and Clearing House. The Exchange segment acts as the only standardized financial derivatives exchange in Canada, providing a complete range of equity, index and interest rate derivatives. The Clearing House segment acts as clearing house and guarantor for derivative instruments traded at the MX and certain other derivative instruments from the over-the-counter market. The company is headquartered in Montreal, Canada. | Investment Banks/Brokers | Corporate Officer/Principal Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
TSX Trust Co.
 TSX Trust Co. Investment Banks/BrokersFinance TSX Trust Co. facilitates stock transfer, corporate trust services and employee plans. The company was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. | Investment Banks/Brokers | Chairman Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
CDS Clearing & Depository Services, Inc.
 CDS Clearing & Depository Services, Inc. Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Part of TMX Group Ltd., CDS Clearing & Depository Services, Inc. provides depository, clearing, regulatory and information services. The company is based in Toronto, Canada. CDS Clearing & Depository Services was acquired by TMX Group Ltd. on August 01, 2012 for $170.75 million. | Investment Banks/Brokers | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director of Finance/CFO President | |
| Simon Fraser University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Corporate Officer/Principal Undergraduate Degree | |
| McGill University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Masters Business Admin Director/Board Member | |
Natural Gas Exchange, Inc.
 Natural Gas Exchange, Inc. Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Part of Intercontinental Exchange, Inc., Natural Gas Exchange, Inc. operates an electronic trading platform for natural gas and electricity contracts. The company is based in Calgary, Canada. Natural Gas Exchange was acquired by TSX Group, Inc. from OM Gruppen AB on March 02, 2004 for $28.86 million. | Investment Banks/Brokers | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Chief Executive Officer General Counsel | |
| Richard Ivey School of Business | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Masters Business Admin Undergraduate Degree Masters Business Admin | |
Chartered Professional Accountants of Ontario
 Chartered Professional Accountants of Ontario Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Chartered Professional Accountants of Ontario engages in the provision of accounting education. It offers certification, continued trainings, and professional development. The company was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan Board
 Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan Board Investment ManagersFinance The Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan Board (OTPPB) is the Province of Ontario’s pension fund manager headquartered in Toronto, Canada. Founded in 1990, OTPPB administers a defined benefit pension plan to active and retired teachers in Ontario. The firm manages investment portfolio for the benefit of present and future plan members and their survivors. OTPPB is a signatory to the UN Principles for Responsible Investment (UNPRI). | Investment Managers | Chief Executive Officer Portfolio Manager-Equities Head-Equity Investments | |
| University of Calgary | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| NASDAQ, INC. | Investment Banks/Brokers | Director of Finance/CFO Director/Board Member Chief Tech/Sci/R&D Officer | |
Accounting Standards Oversight Council
 Accounting Standards Oversight Council Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Accounting Standards Oversight Council provides accounting services. The firm provides input to the AcSB and PSAB in terms of strategic direction and priority setting to ensure the boards consider the public interest. The company was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Director/Board Member Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| Carleton University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| McMaster University | College/University | Director/Board Member Masters Business Admin Undergraduate Degree | |
CFA Institute
 CFA Institute Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services CFA Institute operates as non-profit organization, which engages in the provision of chartered financial analyst programs. It offers certificate in investment performance measurement program, investment foundations, and scholarship. The company was founded in 1965 and is headquartered in Charlottesville, VA. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Canadian Derivatives Clearing Corp.
 Canadian Derivatives Clearing Corp. Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Canadian Derivatives Clearing Corp. provides commodity brokerage and dealer services. The private company is based in Montréal, Canada. | Investment Banks/Brokers | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member President | |
| University of Alberta | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Masters Business Admin Undergraduate Degree | |
| THE TORONTO-DOMINION BANK | Major Banks | Director/Board Member Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| York University | College/University | Masters Business Admin Graduate Degree Director/Board Member | |
CFA Society Toronto
 CFA Society Toronto Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services CFA Society Toronto supports the professional and business development of charterholders. It provides member services including educational programs, sponsored events, employment postings, and networking opportunities. The company was founded in 1936 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Director/Board Member President | |
CanDeal, Inc.
 CanDeal, Inc. Investment Banks/BrokersFinance CanDeal, Inc. provides electronic bond trading services. It offers pre-trade, trade execution, and post-trade services. The company was founded by Jayson R. Horner in 2001 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. | Investment Banks/Brokers | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
The Law Society of Upper Canada
 The Law Society of Upper Canada Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Law Society of Upper Canada engages in the provision of legal services. The company was founded in 1797 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| AXMIN INC. | Precious Metals | Director/Board Member Chairman Director/Board Member | |
| Ontario Securities Commission | General Government | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
British Columbia Bar Association
 British Columbia Bar Association Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services British Columbia Bar Association Operates as a law firm association to provide legal services. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
HollisWealth, Inc.
 HollisWealth, Inc. Investment ManagersFinance HollisWealth, Inc. provides asset management and financial advisement services. It offers diversified wealth management and investment solutions, including alternative and tax-advantaged products, capital markets and advisory services to financial advisors, institutions, corporations and foundations, and wealth management through independent financial advisors across Canada. Its products and services include banking investments, Dundee Select, investment programs, insurance, mortgages, and business services. The company was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. | Investment Managers | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| University of Illinois | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree | |
Merrill Lynch Canada, Inc.
 Merrill Lynch Canada, Inc. Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Merrill Lynch Canada, Inc. is a Canadian broker/dealer headquartered in Toronto, Ontario. They are a subsidiary of Midland Walwyn, Inc. and their ultimate parent is Bank of America Corp. (NYSE: BAC). The firm offers brokerage and investment banking services as well as commercial lending, global high-yield debt, global equity, and M&A services to institutional and retail clients. | Investment Banks/Brokers | Director/Board Member Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Canadian Investor Protection Fund
 Canadian Investor Protection Fund Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Canadian Investor Protection Fund engages in providing investment services. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| Osgoode Hall Law School | College/University | Graduate Degree Graduate Degree | |
| TELUS CORPORATION | Major Telecommunications | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| IA FINANCIAL CORPORATION INC. | Investment Managers | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Order of Canada
 Order of Canada Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Order of Canada is an organization based in Ottawa, Canada. The organization is affiliated with the governor general of Canada, La gouverneure générale du. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| PASOFINO GOLD LIMITED | Precious Metals | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Export Development Canada
 Export Development Canada Finance/Rental/LeasingFinance Export Development Canada engages in the provision of insurance and financial services. It offers bond products, financing, insurance, and risk management solutions to help Canadian exporters and investors expand their international business. The company was founded in 1944 and is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada. | Finance/Rental/Leasing | Director/Board Member Chairman | |
Contigo Systems, Inc.
 Contigo Systems, Inc. Information Technology ServicesTechnology Services Contigo Systems, Inc. provides location-based services using wireless and GPS technology. Its products are used by resellers, major wireless carriers and enterprise customers, leveraging its rapid-cycle product development processes. The company was founded by Greg J. Peet, Robert R. Goehring and John Tedesco in 2002 and is headquartered in Burnaby, Canada. | Information Technology Services | Founder Chief Executive Officer |
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International
| Canada | 46 |
| United States | 4 |
| Hong Kong | 3 |
Sectoral
| Finance | 19 |
| Consumer Services | 17 |
| Commercial Services | 12 |
| Non-Energy Minerals | 3 |
| Government | 2 |
Operational
| Director/Board Member | 670 |
| Corporate Officer/Principal | 194 |
| Independent Dir/Board Member | 169 |
| Chairman | 140 |
| President | 118 |
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| Robert Metcalfe | 51 |
| Chandran Ponnaiah Ratnaswami | 45 |
| John Paul Mulvihill | 40 |
| G. Anthony | 38 |
| Claude Richard Lamoureux | 37 |
| Charles Winograd | 35 |
| Gerri Sinclair | 33 |
| V. E. Burstall | 32 |
| Denyse Chicoyne | 28 |
| Elaine Ellingham | 27 |
| Salil Munjal | 26 |
| Thomas Kloet | 26 |
| John Andrew Hagg | 24 |
| Anthony Walsh | 23 |
| Louis Vincent Eccleston | 22 |
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