Our Company
Who We Are
Why First Capital Leasing?
We understand the ever-changing equipment needs and budgetary challenges many businesses face. The right equipment finance solution can empower you to outpace this. First Capital Leasing is committed to providing our customers with customized, flexible, and innovative equipment lease finance solutions that will enhance your operations and increase your bottom line.
We deliver fast and flexible leases with competitive rates coupled with exceptional service from application to lease-end.
From Coast to Coast
Powering Your Business Growth
For Over 30 Years
Headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, First Capital Leasing was founded in 1994. For over 30 years, we have worked steadfastly to assist thousands of clients across Canada with all their commercial equipment and vehicle financing needs. Through 85 years of combined experience in the commercial leasing industry, we have developed a proven successful model of helping start-ups, Fortune 500’s, government, towns, municipalities (and everything in-between) achieve their equipment needs in an affordable, flexible, and simplified way.
Our experienced team of dedicated professionals works intimately with each customer to understand your specific needs so that we can structure finance terms that work within your budget, powering your business growth.
We serve clients throughout Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, the Northwest Territories, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Saskatchewan, and Yukon, providing equipment leasing solutions to businesses across Canada.
Customer Service
We Care About Our Customers and It Shows!
Our goal at First Capital Leasing is to always be a valuable contributor to your business through our access, capabilities, and expertise. We have extensive knowledge in commercial equipment lease financing, which we leverage to deliver fully tailored commercial financing solutions. Working with us, you can be assured that your business will run without disruption wherever we are involved.
Our team is driven by hard work, ethics, and transparency. We take the time to fully understand all of your needs, helping to nurture your passion and grow your business.
A few CHARITIES we support
GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY
Our Frontline
Meet our team! This talented group of individuals has been trained and engaged to ensure your experience is efficient, effective, and seamless.
Click on their name to learn more about them!
Kent Pillott
Business Development Manager
"My commitment to First Capital, our services, and our clientele has led to many enduring business relationships as well as a long history of repeat business."
Jennifer McGregor
Administrative Specialist
"With more than 25 years in customer service, I bring a passion for helping people and creating positive experiences. In my role with First Capital Leasing, I focus on building strong relationships, listening to client needs, and providing solutions that make every interaction easy and positive."
Leon Comer
Business Development Manager
"25+ years of experience in finance, including personal & commercial banking, audit and compliance and the last 15 years at FCL I have developed many customer and dealer relationships."
Brayden Foote
Account Manager
"Since joining First Capital Leasing, I utilize my experience in landscaping and O&G to help my clients acquire the equipment needed to grow their businesses."
Dominique Toland
Operations Manager
"My primary focus is day-to-day operations including adjudicating new credit applications and overseeing the complete start-to-finish process of new opportunities."
Janessa Volk
Chief Financial Officer
"I have been with First Capital since 2018, beginning my career as a receptionist... my current role of Chief Financial Officer, brings my experience and understanding of the business to support its continued growth."
Luke Peterson
Business Development Manager
"My passion for business stemmed from being raised by a blue-collar family, with a background in construction & ventures in software development. At FCL I assist with day-to-day operations."
Gil Bustamante
Account Manager
"An industrial equipment leasing specialist at First Capital Leasing since 2016. Also involved in community events and a proud father of 4 children in minor league sports."
Jerry Toland
Account Manager
"My experience in construction equipment sales led me into commercial financing, where I help businesses secure the equipment and capital they need. I pride myself on being a relationship-driven, solution-focused partner."
Natasha Tucker
Sales Associate
"I joined First Capital Leasing in January 2009 as a receptionist and quickly advanced to Sales Associate. I assist the sales team with lease contracts, audits, file closures, & customer service."