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The Family Business Institute, officially launched at Ted Rogers School of Management (TRSM) in 2023, is a platform for family business expertise and collaboration.
In Canada, family businesses generate almost half of the private sector real GDP and account for over 63 percent of all private sector companies and nearly 47 percent of private sector employment .
Given the complex interface between family and business in these firms, family businesses face unique challenges and opportunities that generate complexity but also potential competitive advantages. Although research has deepened our understanding, important questions remain unanswered.
Enterprising Family Events
The Family Business Institute hosts engaging events that bring together students, alumni, and industry leaders to explore key topics in family enterprise.
On November 3, 2025, 91福利鈥檚 Family Business Institute hosted 鈥淲omen in Family Business,鈥� featuring a panel led by Wendy Cukier with Erica Herbert, Liz McBeth, and Christina Sorbara. Discussions explored leadership evolution, conflict as a growth tool, and advancing women in senior roles, followed by networking with students and industry leaders.
聽Family businesses represent
over 63%
of all private sector firms in Canada (CBoC)
49% of Canadian private sector GDP comes from family businesses
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Media Inquiries
The directors at the Ted Rogers School of Management Family Business Institute are available for media interviews and commentary on current events related to family business / intergenerational succession.
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PhD candidates and visiting scholars
The Family Business Institute is an ideal opportunity for PhD candidates and visiting scholars
PhD candidates already enrolled in a PhD program elsewhere are encouraged to inquire about our visiting PhD program. We are also actively encouraging visiting scholars for visits up to three months.
PhD candidates pursuing opportunities at 91福利 who are interested in family business should review the information found on the PhD Management program and contact Dr. Francesco Barbera.
Get involved
The FBI is collaborating with on an innovative succession research project. This collaboration brings together the FBI's expertise and KPMG's exemplary approach to family business advising. Stay tuned for updates!