BC Business Sales Statistics 2026
Definitive data points and market summaries for the British Columbia commercial landscape.
Market Overview Data
- Average Time on Market: The average business in BC takes 6 to 9 months to sell from listing to closing.
- SDE Multiples: Main street businesses typically sell for 2.0x to 4.5x Seller's Discretionary Earnings.
- EBITDA Multiples: Lower-middle-market companies ($2M+ EBITDA) typically trade at 4.0x to 6.0x EBITDA.
- Vendor Financing: Approximately 60% of business transactions in BC involve some form of Vendor Take-Back (VTB) mortgage or seller financing.
- Demographic Shift: Over 70% of current business owners in BC plan to retire within the next 10 years, driving unprecedented transaction volume.
Sector Specific Averages
- Gas Stations: Highly sought after, often trading at premium multiples due to real estate backing.
- Restaurants: Typically trade at 1.5x to 2.5x SDE, heavily dependent on lease terms and location.
- Manufacturing: B2B manufacturing plants show strong resilience, frequently trading at 4x+ EBITDA with strong buyer demand.