Independent Sponsor Networking Canada?

I’m looking to connect independent sponsors in Canada (I'm located in GTA), whether you’ve already closed a deal or are actively working toward your first. I’ve spent the last few years searching primarily as a self-funded operator model (acquire + install GM) and came very close to closing a sub-$2M EV acquisition earlier this year. I’m now seriously considering a pivot to an independent sponsor model to allow for greater flexibility in deal size, capital structure, and the ability to lean more heavily into my strengths around commercialization, growth, and operational transformation post-close. I’d love to learn more from the community on what’s worked well, common pitfalls, capital-raising dynamics in Canada, and how others have structured alignment with operators and LPs. Happy to trade notes and share lessons learned as well. If you’re open to connecting, feel free to comment or DM.