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La Caisse and Fondaction invest $250 million by way of a subordinated loan to Boralex
Globenewswire· 2025-07-07 11:00
Core Viewpoint - Boralex Inc. has successfully closed an additional corporate financing of $250 million through an unsecured subordinated loan, which will support its growth strategy and project financing [1][3]. Financing Details - The financing consists of a $250 million unsecured subordinated loan with an 8-year term, provided by La Caisse ($200 million) and Fondaction ($50 million) [1][7]. - The loan is non-amortizing, with repayment due at maturity on June 27, 2033, and interest payable semi-annually [7]. Strategic Alignment - This financing aligns with Boralex's 2030 Strategy, announced on June 17, aimed at mobilizing resources for project financing and diversifying funding sources while maintaining financial discipline [3]. - La Caisse's investment reflects its commitment to supporting Boralex's growth in renewable energy, reaffirming confidence in the company's execution capacity and international expansion [3][10]. Environmental Commitment - The investment is characterized as an impact investment, supporting the development of clean energy infrastructure with measurable environmental benefits, aligning with Fondaction's strategic objectives in combating climate change [4][12]. - La Caisse has announced a climate strategy targeting $400 billion in investments related to climate action by 2030, emphasizing the importance of decarbonization [3][11]. Company Overview - Boralex is a leader in renewable energy production in Canada and the largest independent producer of onshore wind power in France, with over 30 years of experience [8]. - The company has increased its installed capacity by more than 50% to 3.2 GW over the past five years and is developing a project portfolio exceeding 8 GW in wind, solar, and storage [8].
AIP Realty Trust Announces Execution of Engagement Letter for AllTrades Transaction Concurrent Financing
Globenewswire· 2025-06-11 11:00
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, June 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AIP Realty Trust (the "Trust" or "AIP") (TSXV: AIP.U) is pleased to announce that, further to its news release filed on June 9, 2025, the Trust has entered into an engagement letter (the "Engagement Letter") with Desjardins Capital Markets (the "Agent") setting forth the commercial terms under which the Agent has agreed to act as the sole lead agent and bookrunner in respect of the best efforts fully marketed offering of approximately US$100,000 ...