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Independent and objective expert value opinions for businesses, assets, and ownership interests built to be practical, timely, affordable and defensible. Prepared by Chartered Business Valuators that conform to the lates CICBV Standard.
Business valuations provided by Malahat Valuation Group are essential for assessing the true value of a business, whether you are buying, selling, building a succession plan, assessing your corporate strategy or dealing with a shareholder or legal dispute.
Malahat Valuation Group provides our clients with an independent and objective expert value opinion of their business, assets or ownership interest performed by Chartered Business Valuators that comply with CICBV Standards* that will stand up to scrutiny, while emphasizing timeliness and affordability.
The valuation of a business, or its underlying assets, calls for a combination of science, experience and professional judgment that yields practical insight into the strategic, operational and financial affairs of the business. The resulting valuation reports help our clients gain a true value perspective of their business or business interest.
We provide independent valuations to support accurate pricing and informed decision-making in business transactions.
Valuation services to guide reorganizations and ensure tax-efficient and strategically aligned corporate structures.
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Accurate valuations to support tax minimization strategies and effective long-term estate planning.
Section 86
Estate Freezes
Independent valuation expertise to support legal proceedings, expert reports, and dispute resolution.
Shareholder Disputes
Valuations for Divorce
Guideline Income Reports
Expropriation Valuations
Valuations to help business owners plan and execute smooth ownership transitions and retirement strategies.
Reliable valuations to support financing applications, lender requirements, and capital raising efforts.
We provide valuations to establish fair pricing and compliance for employee ownership programs and the newly established Canadian Employee Ownership Trusts.
An Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) is a trust structure that acquires and holds a controlling interest in a business on behalf of its employees, allowing owners to transition ownership while preserving the company’s independence and culture. Employees benefit collectively through the trust without needing to purchase shares directly, creating a broad-based employee ownership model.
Valuation services to support management teams in acquiring ownership with confidence and clarity.
We quantify financial losses to support claims, litigation, and dispute resolution.
Business Interruption
Breach of Contract
Independent opinions to help boards evaluate whether a transaction is fair from a financial perspective.
Expert review of valuation reports to assess accuracy, assumptions, and methodological soundness.
My experience with Malahat Valuation Group was excellent. I received the answers I sought in a timeline and detailed manner. Further, I experienced a personable connection wherein I felt valued not only as a customer, but also a human being. If not for this valuation, I may have made a monumental mistake in letting go of my business for the benefit of another, larger organization.
I used Malahat Valuation for a business acquisition; their advice and support made me much more confident and clear about my offer. It gave me a solid base for the price negotiations. I have no hesitation in recommending them to other buyers or sellers.
A delicate valuation done professionally and well. It was very helpful to have the real estate valuation done by the same company to streamline the valuation process. Impartiality was required and was evident throughout the process.
I would very much like to thank you for your prompt and professional service in valuation of our business. Your process was clear and relatively easy, your report provided me with a realistic idea of what my business is worth.
Whether you need a business valuation, commercial appraisal, equipment appraisal, or succession support, please fill out the form below to get started.
A typical valuation requires historical financial statements, tax returns, interim financial results, details of assets and liabilities, ownership structure, and information about operations, customers, and industry conditions. Forecasts or projections may also be requested where relevant. Providing complete and accurate information helps ensure a reliable and timely valuation.
Business valuations are generally prepared using three primary approaches: the Income Approach (based on expected future earnings or cash flows), the Market Approach (based on comparable company or transaction data), and the Asset Approach (based on the underlying net assets of the business). The appropriate approach depends on the nature of the business and the purpose of the valuation and specific industry dynamics.
The cost of a business valuation varies based on the size and complexity of the business, the purpose of the valuation, and the level of reporting required. Fees generally range from several thousand dollars for straightforward engagements to higher amounts for more complex or comprehensive reports. A fee estimate is typically provided once the scope of work is clearly defined.
The timeline for a business valuation typically ranges from 4-6 weeks, depending on the complexity of the business, the availability of financial information, and the scope of the engagement. More complex assignments involving multiple entities, detailed projections, or litigation support, may require additional time.
There is a number of reasons why your company should have an accurate business valuation done and updated on a regular basis; from being buyer ready to financing or attracting capital, to attracting and retaining your key staff; developing a sound understanding of your organization’s tangible and intangible assets value and understanding what value levers to pull to maximize it, makes your business much more attractive and valuable should you need to sell, leverage or re-organize.
Many companies struggle when it comes time to raise funds or attract key partners because they have overlooked this important step in the earliest stages. It is never too late to re-assess and develop a business valuation that will set the stage for optimal growth into the future. Read our blog for many other reasons to get a valuation and get it early.
One-stop shop, exceptional customer service and very competitive fees.
Prior to the Malahat Valuation Group, the partners were involved in multiple business ventures from inception to exit for a better part of two decades. They have grown companies from single-specialty enterprises to multi-product vertically integrated companies with profitable exits.
The depth of business experience and knowledge gained in their previous roles as well as their professional designations, provide Malahat Valuation Group with a unique perspective that allows us to help our clients determine the current value of their assets from a practical learned experience rather than just a theoretical one. We are value experts who have walked many miles in a business owner's shoes.
Value creation, growth, and preservation is a continuous effort, and we are here to help.
We are independent value experts; this is all we do each and every day. We specialize in providing independent, credible and defensible business valuations, real estate and equipment appraisals to established business owners and their professional advisors.
We offer a unique business model that provides our clients with multiple value expertise in house under one roof. When a company needs to be valued which owns real estate and specialized equipment, we can appraise all three asset classes under one engagement, resulting in quicker deliveries at much more competitive fees as compared to hiring three different firms or professionals to accomplish the same tasks.
We are a team of integrated multi-discipline professional with the highest levels of accreditation in each of our areas of expertise available in Canada. We are CBV’s, AACI’s and CMEA’s.
CBV – Chartered Business Valuators. Premier Canadian professional designation awarded by the CBV Institute, certifying experts in valuing businesses, securities, and intangible assets. It is the gold standard credential for corporate finance, M&A, and litigation support.
AACI – Accredited Appraiser Canadian Institute. A premier Canadian designation that provides the expertise to appraise all property types, including land, agricultural properties, machinery and equipment, focusing on commercial and multi-family residential buildings.
CMEA – Certified Machinery & Equipment Appraiser. It is a prestigious professional credential awarded by the NEBB Institute that certifies professionals in the appraisal of machinery and equipment.
Yes, professional valuations can be used for legal proceedings, tax filings, and regulatory compliance, depending on the scope selected.
A valuation is an informed estimate based on current data and assumptions. While no valuation can guarantee a sale price, it provides a highly reliable benchmark of the business's value based on rigorous and independent analysis.
Yes, all information and reports are handled with strict confidentiality and secure data practices. We are bound by our professional standards to ensure client confidentiality by our governing body, the Canadian Institute of Chartered Business Valuators; similarly, how lawyers and accountants are bound by their professional bodies to do the same.
You will receive a comprehensive report detailing the valuation methods used, assumptions, and the final assessed value.
The value depends on factors like revenue, profitability, industry trends, growth potential, and market conditions. A professional assessment is needed for an accurate estimate.
When you or your business is dealing with one of the following:
Deal and Transaction Advisory. CBVs provide a variety of deal analysis, transaction advisory, investment banking, and credit analysis services to clients ranging from small, privately held companies to global public conglomerates in a variety of contexts, including:
Estate/Succession Planning. CBVs are engaged to determine business value and assist with income tax compliance as well as income tax planning matters in a variety of contexts.
Litigation and Dispute Support. CBVs also provide expert evidence related to legal, tax and financial disputes
Strategic Business Advisory. CBVs view transactions through an “investor’s lens” and focus on helping businesses identify, evaluate, and implement growth, and value-optimizing strategies. CBVs are uniquely qualified to provide a variety of strategic services, such as financial modeling (including development, review and audit of financial models), data-driven insights into financial and operational decision-making processes, and practical solutions to complex business problems.
