As the Canadian market navigates ongoing trade negotiations and economic uncertainties, investors are keenly observing sectors that offer resilience and growth potential. In such an environment, growth companies with high insider ownership can be particularly appealing as they often signal strong confidence from those closest to the business.
Name | Insider Ownership | Earnings Growth |
VersaBank (TSX:VBNK) | 10.4% | 61.8% |
Tenaz Energy (TSX:TNZ) | 10.3% | 151.2% |
Robex Resources (TSXV:RBX) | 24.4% | 90.3% |
Propel Holdings (TSX:PRL) | 36.2% | 33% |
goeasy (TSX:GSY) | 21.9% | 18.2% |
Enterprise Group (TSX:E) | 32.2% | 24.8% |
Discovery Silver (TSX:DSV) | 15.1% | 39.3% |
Burcon NutraScience (TSX:BU) | 15.1% | 125.9% |
Aritzia (TSX:ATZ) | 17.4% | 24.7% |
Almonty Industries (TSX:AII) | 11.2% | 56.2% |
Let's uncover some gems from our specialized screener.
Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: CI Financial Corp. is a publicly owned asset management holding company with a market cap of CA$4.56 billion.
Operations: The company's revenue is derived from three main segments: Asset Management (CA$1.90 billion), U.S. Wealth Management (CA$1.18 billion), and Canada Wealth Management (CA$1.00 billion).
Insider Ownership: 10.1%
Earnings Growth Forecast: 42.7% p.a.
CI Financial's recent earnings report shows a significant reduction in net loss, with revenue increasing to C$787.74 million from C$645.68 million year-over-year. Despite this, the company faces challenges as its revenue growth is expected to lag behind the market average at 0.07% annually. Insider activity has seen substantial selling recently, and while CI Financial is forecasted to achieve profitability within three years, its dividend sustainability remains questionable due to insufficient earnings coverage.
Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Ivanhoe Mines Ltd., with a market cap of CA$13.63 billion, is involved in the mining, development, and exploration of minerals and precious metals in Africa through its subsidiaries.
Operations: Ivanhoe Mines Ltd. operates in the mining, development, and exploration of minerals and precious metals across Africa through its subsidiaries.
Insider Ownership: 12.5%
Earnings Growth Forecast: 22.6% p.a.
Ivanhoe Mines demonstrates strong growth potential with forecasted earnings and revenue growth rates significantly outpacing the Canadian market. Despite recent seismic challenges at its Kakula Mine, operations have resumed safely, and production guidance for 2025 remains intact. Insider activity shows more buying than selling recently, though not in large volumes. The appointment of Ms. Iman Naguib as an Independent Director underscores Ivanhoe's commitment to enhancing board expertise amid its substantial mining ventures in Africa and Canada.
Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: VersaBank offers a range of banking products and services in Canada and the United States, with a market capitalization of CA$506.64 million.
Operations: VersaBank's revenue is primarily generated from Digital Banking Canada, contributing CA$96.26 million, and DRTC, which encompasses cybersecurity services and banking and financial technology development, adding CA$9.24 million.
Insider Ownership: 10.4%
Earnings Growth Forecast: 61.8% p.a.
VersaBank's earnings and revenue are forecast to grow significantly, outpacing the Canadian market. Recent insider activity shows more buying than selling, indicating confidence in its growth trajectory. Despite a recent decline in net income for Q2 2025, the bank is trading below its estimated fair value and has announced a share repurchase program. Leadership changes include Susan McGovern as interim CEO amid structural realignment efforts, reflecting strategic shifts within the organization.
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