Corus Orthodontists Inc., a privately owned orthodontic partnership network operating across North America, has announced a C$20 million equity investment from institutional investors. The funding round is led by ATB Financial’s private equity division, ATB PE, alongside participation from a well-established Canadian family office. This marks the first time Corus has brought in institutional capital and represents a significant step in the continued evolution of its partnership-focused growth model.
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The investment reflects Corus’ long-standing philosophy of building the organization around doctors, strong clinical practices, and patient-centered care. It also supports the company’s approach to disciplined and sustainable growth while offering progressive liquidity opportunities to existing shareholders. Importantly, Corus will continue to preserve local clinical leadership within its practices while using the additional capital to invest in its people, systems, and future Doctor-Partners.
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Dean Prevost, Chief Executive Officer of Corus Orthodontists, noted that the organization has experienced two consecutive years of double-digit organic growth across its network. He shared that the company sees strong potential to extend proven initiatives throughout existing clinics while continuing to expand across both Canada and the United States. Prevost emphasized that Corus remains committed to putting doctors first, supporting high-quality practices and their patients, and partnering with investors who understand and respect its differentiated partnership structure and long-term mindset.
Corus was selective in choosing its investment partners, prioritizing alignment on values, growth philosophy, and partnership approach. The investors involved bring extensive experience supporting healthcare platforms and growth-oriented businesses, with significant assets under management and the ability to support Corus’ long-term strategy. Their involvement strengthens Corus’ ability to pursue organic expansion, disciplined acquisitions, and continued investment in its clinical network.
Jan Cerny, Managing Director at ATB PE, explained that ATB’s decision to invest was shaped by prior experience with minority healthcare investments that delivered strong outcomes. He highlighted Corus’ engaged doctor partnership network, experienced leadership team, and clear growth strategy as key factors, noting that the business has multiple paths for expansion through both organic development and carefully executed acquisitions.
Alan Torrie, Board Chair of Corus Orthodontists, welcomed the new investors, stating that their experience and perspective make them a strong fit for the organization. He shared that they understand how to build enduring businesses through thoughtful investment, disciplined growth, and long-term thinking. Torrie also emphasized that alignment, simplicity, and trust have been central to Corus’ partnership model since its inception, and that these shared principles were critical in bringing the partnership together.
Looking ahead, Corus remains focused on its core mission of empowering orthodontic practices through partnership while maintaining local autonomy. The organization plans to continue welcoming growth-oriented Doctor-Partners across North America and supporting them with shared expertise, resources, and the strength of an expanding network, all while helping shape the future of the orthodontics profession.
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