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Case Studies

Clarke Inc
Founded in 1921, Clarke Inc. is a diversified investment holding company with interests in freight transportation services, international shipping, warehousing, real estate, and information technology services.

FastFrateConsolidated Fastfrate
Consolidated Fastfrate is a national transportation company with more than 1,500 employees. It operates 17 shipping distribution terminals across Canada and is a five-time repeat winner of Canada's 50 Best Managed Companies award.

DynaGen Technologies
DynaGen Technologies Inc., a Sydney-based designer and manufacturer of digital control systems, is dedicated to meeting the need for reliable and affordable electricity.


J.W. Mason
J.W. Mason and Sons Ltd. is one of the largest apple growing companies on Canada’s East Coast. This family-owned business has been operating since 1939 and now has almost 600 acres of their own along with the output of more than 20 local farms.

Kiln Art
Paul Palango and Sharon McNamara are the inspiration behind Kiln Art, a Chester-based manufacturer of hand-made glass dinnerware and giftware.


MacIsaac Kiltmakers
MacIsaac Kiltmakers is a family-run business specializing in custom-made kilts, highland wear for men and women, and highland dancing outfits.


MacLeod Resources
MacLeod Resources Limited was established in 2001 and has developed Atlantic Canada’s only marble quarry, extracting high quality commercial marble from the earth’s crust.


Ocean Nutrition Canada
Ocean Nutrition Canada Ltd. (ONC) is an innovator and supplier of the finest quality marine-based natural ingredients to the global dietary supplements and functional food markets.


Research In Motion
Research In Motion Ltd. (RIM) is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of innovative wireless solutions for the worldwide mobile communications market.


Trail Blazer
Trail Blazer is a Dartmouth-based manufacturer of hatchets, knives, saws, tree loppers and extension poles. Their products meet any challenge, from the needs of the outdoor enthusiast to odd jobs around the home and cottage.

West End Capital
West End Capital Management (WECM) is a Bermuda-headquartered investment firm that specializes in fixed income investment management.