As the Canadian market navigates a noisy end to 2025 with an optimistic outlook for 2026, investors are closely watching how moderating wage pressures and easing inflation might influence broader equity diversification. In this environment, growth companies with high insider ownership on the TSX can be particularly appealing, as they often signal strong confidence from those who know the business best and may offer resilience amid shifting market dynamics.
| Name | Insider Ownership | Earnings Growth |
| Zedcor (TSXV:ZDC) | 19.2% | 122.6% |
| West Red Lake Gold Mines (TSXV:WRLG) | 11.1% | 78% |
| Stingray Group (TSX:RAY.A) | 22.9% | 33.9% |
| Robex Resources (TSXV:RBX) | 20.6% | 97.7% |
| Propel Holdings (TSX:PRL) | 30.1% | 30.6% |
| goeasy (TSX:GSY) | 21.7% | 27.3% |
| Enterprise Group (TSX:E) | 34.3% | 33.8% |
| Electrovaya (TSX:ELVA) | 28.1% | 37.8% |
| CEMATRIX (TSX:CEMX) | 10.6% | 58.3% |
| Almonty Industries (TSX:AII) | 11.2% | 63.5% |
Let's uncover some gems from our specialized screener.
Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Highlander Silver Corp. focuses on acquiring, exploring, and evaluating mineral properties in Peru with a market cap of CA$667.64 million.
Operations: Highlander Silver Corp. does not currently report any revenue segments.
Insider Ownership: 30.9%
Earnings Growth Forecast: 126.5% p.a.
Highlander Silver has shown promising growth potential with insider buying activity, despite a recent CAD 13.09 million net loss. The company reported exceptional assay results from its Bonita vein system in Peru, highlighting significant mineralization discoveries like the Kusy and Urpicha zones. Although revenue remains below US$1 million, it's forecasted to grow at 30.5% per year, outpacing the Canadian market's average growth rate of 5.4%.
Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Obsidian Energy Ltd. is involved in the exploration, development, and production of oil and natural gas properties in Western Canada, with a market cap of CA$530.22 million.
Operations: The company's revenue is primarily derived from its Oil & Gas - Exploration & Production segment, amounting to CA$614.70 million.
Insider Ownership: 10.1%
Earnings Growth Forecast: 115.8% p.a.
Obsidian Energy exhibits strong growth potential with substantial insider buying over the past three months, indicating confidence in its future. The company is forecasted to achieve profitability within three years, with revenue expected to grow at 18.8% annually, surpassing the Canadian market average. Recent financial maneuvers include a CAD 175 million debt offering to refinance higher-cost debt and reduce credit facility usage, positioning Obsidian for improved financial flexibility and growth opportunities.
Simply Wall St Growth Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: VersaBank offers a range of banking products and services in Canada and the United States, with a market cap of CA$656.80 million.
Operations: The company's revenue is primarily derived from Digital Banking in Canada (CA$99.17 million), Digital Banking in the USA (CA$13.00 million), and DRTC, which includes cybersecurity services and financial technology development (CA$7.25 million), with additional contributions from Digital Meteor (CA$2.21 million).
Insider Ownership: 11.2%
Earnings Growth Forecast: 51.2% p.a.
VersaBank demonstrates promising growth prospects with substantial insider buying recently, reflecting confidence in its trajectory. The bank's revenue is forecasted to grow at 27.5% annually, outpacing the Canadian market average. Despite a decrease in profit margins from last year, earnings are expected to rise significantly by 51.2% annually over the next three years. Recent executive changes aim to enhance strategic execution in digital banking operations and strengthen financial oversight with experienced leadership additions.
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