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Ground Truth Agriculture provides grain analysis to farmers directly from their combine in lab-quality.

Cadence is an integrated, end-to-end solution that streamlines both the estate planning and settlement processes. Businesses that use Cadence can support their clientele without adding extra work to their plate, and individuals that use Cadence are given more time to focus on living, grieving, and healing.

54e Dev Studios is a “real life” game development company that combines robotics and real-time video technologies for a true-to-life gaming experience.

Curbie is an online platform that enables consumers to buy, sell, and trade-in vehicles in Canada. The company provides consumers with an ecommerce buying experience that is unique in the Canadian landscape. Consumers select from Curbie's online inventory, receive the vehicles at their homes and, after purchase, have 7-days to decide to keep or return. Curbie is a highly-automated enterprise, featuring its own set of algorithmic and AI-based tools, which minimize staffing needs and enhance decision-making.

54e Dev Studios is a “real life” game development company that combines robotics and real-time video technologies for a true-to-life gaming experience.

Taiv Inc. is a television advertising firm based in Winnipeg, Canada, that focuses on enhancing the relevance of advertisements shown during live TV broadcasts. Founded in 2018, the company offers a unique solution that replaces generic commercials with targeted advertisements tailored to the specific interests of viewers. By combining hardware and software, Taiv enables businesses, particularly bars and restaurants, to showcase their products and services more effectively during commercial breaks. The company's web application also allows users to modify content or schedule ads, ensuring that the advertising remains relevant and engaging for the audience. This approach aims to boost sales and improve customer engagement by delivering more compelling advertising experiences.

7shifts is a comprehensive team management platform specifically designed for the restaurant industry. It offers a suite of tools that assist restaurateurs in making informed decisions, enhancing team retention, and streamlining operations. Catering to all staff levels, from front of house to back of house, 7shifts is utilized by over 40,000 restaurants and one million professionals in the sector. The platform features employee scheduling software that automates work hour management and provides detailed analytics, which fosters employee engagement and improves communication. By facilitating efficient scheduling and reducing the need for last-minute changes, 7shifts enables restaurant managers to optimize their workforce and lower labor costs.

SafetyTek is a safety engagement platform that aims to enhance workplace safety by automating safety program implementation. The company has developed software that reduces the reliance on paperwork related to security, facilitating the collection of occupational health and safety information from field operations. This platform simplifies the management of safety policies and ensures compliance with safety regulations, enabling businesses to effectively establish and maintain safety programs across their workforce. By leveraging data, SafetyTek fosters a safety culture that promotes both safety and productivity among employees.

SalonScale Technology Inc. is a Canadian company founded in 2018 that specializes in providing innovative solutions for hair salons. It has developed a Bluetooth-based scale designed for accurately measuring hair color products. This technology is complemented by a mobile platform that allows salons to manage product usage and costs through a web-based dashboard. SalonScale aims to empower stylists by offering tools that enhance inventory management and cost calculation, enabling salons to differentiate between the costs of hair color and stylist labor. With a rapidly growing user base of over 1,000 salons in North America, SalonScale is committed to supporting the success of hairstylists through its smart technology solutions.

Biktrix is a quality electric bike and accessory business that was founded to supply clients with e-bikes rather than pedal bikes. The company's bikes are equipped with an electric assist motor that can produce up to 500 watts of power when combined with muscular power, and it also offers customized bikes based on customers' needs, allowing users to enjoy true freedom, comfort, and durability, as well as a substantial warranty at a low cost.

Lightstream Resources Ltd., based in Calgary, Alberta, is an oil exploration and production company that specializes in light oil. The company operates primarily through its Bakken and Cardium business units, focusing on the extraction and production of oil and gas. With a commitment to efficient resource management, Lightstream Resources aims to optimize its operations in these key areas of the Canadian oil sector.

CEL Electrical Contractors is a supplier of electrical systems and instrumentation. The company provides services for industrial, agricultural, and commercial facilities.

Moody's Equipment Ltd. is a Canadian dealer specializing in new and used agricultural and construction equipment, lawn and garden equipment, and parts. Established in 1964 and headquartered in Saskatoon, the company provides a range of products including tractors, farming machinery, and irrigation equipment. By offering these solutions, Moody's Equipment aims to enhance agricultural practices and help farmers increase their production yields.

Harbour Landing Village fosters belonging through a customized approach to independent and supported living, childcare, and community services.Harbour Landing Village is a greenfield senior housing development located in south Regina. The offering consists of independent, assisted and supportive senior living as well as childcare services. Additional amenities include an onsite restaurant and coffee shop open to the public, home care services, wellness activities and social events. The concept is centered around blending families, children, seniors, staff, and volunteers – encouraging engagement and social interaction between generations.

Spur Petroleum is a privately owned oil and natural gas company located in Calgary, Alberta, specializing in the exploration and production of energy resources. The company operates primarily in Western Canada and has developed a balanced portfolio of oil and natural gas assets. Spur focuses on low-cost, low-risk opportunities, which contribute to its growing inventory and operational stability.

Vendasta Technologies is a developer of an end-to-end e-commerce platform designed to support local economies by making technology accessible to small businesses. The company offers a comprehensive platform that includes a white-label marketplace for various products and services, as well as tools for lead generation, billing, fulfillment, and task management. This enables clients to efficiently deliver digital services to small and medium-sized enterprises, facilitating their growth and enhancing their operational capabilities. Through its innovative solutions, Vendasta aims to empower local businesses and contribute to their success in the digital landscape.

Steel Reef Infrastructure is a midstream energy company that specializes in the gathering, processing, transporting, and storing of oil and natural gas, particularly within the Western Canadian sedimentary basin and Bakken region. The company plays a crucial role in energy infrastructure by collecting and processing associated natural gas, including flare gas, which is converted into a lower carbon energy source. The products produced by Steel Reef are utilized in various applications, including residential heating and agricultural purposes, supporting both energy needs and environmental sustainability.

Based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, with satellite offices in Whitby, Ontario; Vancouver, British Columbia; Paducah, Kentucky; Chester, England; and New Delhi, India, TAM is a global freight forwarder focused on providing a full scope of logistics solutions for Class 7 and other specialized material around the world.

Burgess Creek Exploration is a private company focused on the exploration and development of light oil and gas, primarily operating in Southeast Saskatchewan. The firm specializes in identifying conventional oil and gas reservoirs, utilizing expertise and innovative technologies to select projects and manage finances effectively. With a strong emphasis on operational efficiency, Burgess Creek Exploration boasts favorable operating margins and a low risk profile associated with light crude oil. Additionally, the company is committed to maintaining a robust health, safety, and environmental program, ensuring responsible practices throughout its operations.

Curatio Networks Inc. is a Vancouver-based company that offers a social health prescription solution through its mobile and desktop application, Curatio. This platform allows patients to create personalized support networks consisting of peers and experts while providing access to health trackers and resources. Curatio facilitates compliant engagement between payers, providers, researchers, and pharmaceutical manufacturers, enabling them to connect with patients within their own social networks. Available in 85 countries and in five languages, Curatio has garnered numerous awards for its innovative approach and commitment to ensuring that no patient feels alone during their health journey. The platform also features disease-specific peer networks and health monitoring tools that help users navigate their healthcare options securely.

Karve Energy is an oil exploration and production company based in Calgary, Canada, focused on light oil production. The company engages in activities such as drilling new wells, enhancing production from existing wells, and acquiring properties with oil and gas potential. Through strategic agreements, Karve Energy promotes drilling and production, offering straightforward and cost-effective terms to facilitate the development of fee simple lands. This approach aims to generate long-term value for its stakeholders.

Chronos Resources is a private oil and gas exploration company, focused on light oil and natural gas in southwestern Saskatchewan. Its headquartered in Calgary, Alberta

Villanova 4 Oil Corp. (“V4” or the “Company”) was a Saskatchewan based privately-held, exploration and development company. V4 was incorporated on June 6, 2012 in Saskatchewan, and was the fourth “Villanova” energy company to be created by the principals of the Keystone Group of Companies.

Long Run Exploration Ltd. is a Calgary-based intermediate crude oil and natural gas company that specializes in the exploration, development, and production of oil and natural gas in the western Canadian Sedimentary Basin. The company primarily targets the Peace River Montney, Redwater Viking, Deep Basin Cardium, and Boyer Bluesky regions. Established in 1999 and formerly known as WestFire Energy Ltd., Long Run Exploration emphasizes safe and environmentally responsible practices in its operations. The firm is committed to prudent development and production of light oil resources, reflecting its dedication to sustainable energy practices in the Canadian oil and gas sector.

Sun Country Well Servicing is a private well-servicing contractor based in Estevan, Saskatchewan. The company specializes in operating newly constructed freestanding mobile service rigs designed to meet the needs of oil and gas operators. Sun Country offers a range of rig services, including single tubing, double tubing, double rod, and triple rod service rigs, ensuring safe and high-quality support for the extraction of raw materials essential to production in the oil and gas industries. With a highly experienced management team and a board comprised of industry veterans, Sun Country aims to attract a diverse clientele, enhancing its presence in the competitive well-servicing market.

StorageVault Canada Inc is a company that specializes in owning, managing, and leasing self-storage and portable storage solutions for both individual and commercial customers. Its operations are divided into three main segments: the Self Storage segment, which rents space at its facilities for short or long-term storage, including vehicle storage and small commercial activities; the Portable Storage segment, which provides portable storage units delivered directly to customers; and the Management Division, which generates revenue by managing storage facilities owned by third parties. The Self Storage segment is the primary source of revenue for the company.

Stampede Drilling is an energy services company that specializes in contract drilling services primarily within the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin. The company operates a fleet that includes telescopic doubles and one high-spec triple drilling rig, enabling it to drill effectively in various geological formations. With a commitment to high-quality equipment and a team of experienced field staff, Stampede Drilling aims to establish itself as a leader in the oil and gas sector, providing essential services to the oil and natural gas industries in the region.

Pines Power Sports Marine is a prominent dealer of recreational products based in Prince Albert, Canada, serving customers in Western Canada. Established in 1978, the business has evolved into one of the largest BRP dealerships in the region, specializing in a diverse range of products including fiberglass and aluminum fishing boats, pontoon boats, skiing boats, and various recreational accessories. The dealership also functions as a full-service shop for popular brands such as Ski-Doo, Can-Am, Sea-Doo, and Suzuki outboards. Currently owned and operated by Dean Lato and Justin Dryka, Pines Power Sports Marine is committed to providing adventure enthusiasts with quality vehicles like snowmobiles and jet skis, facilitating memorable experiences for families and friends.

Terra Grain Fuels operates as a producer of ethanol and dried distiller's grains, primarily engaging in the agriculture and energy sectors. The company contracts with wheat growers to source its raw materials and subsequently sells its finished products to manufacturers, including ethanol blenders, in the Canadian provinces of Saskatchewan, Alberta, and Manitoba. Terra Grain Fuels focuses on wholesaling, manufacturing, and marketing within the ethanol industry, contributing to the supply chain for agricultural and energy solutions.

Premium Spray Products is a manufacturer based in Marietta, Georgia, specializing in spray foams for insulation and roofing. The company produces both open and closed cell spray foam insulation suitable for residential, commercial, and industrial applications. In addition to its insulation solutions, Premium Spray Products also offers industrial coatings and specialized polyurethane systems for niche applications. Recognized as a Top 20 dealer of Graco equipment, the company serves as a vital resource for contractors in the spray foam industry.

Fire Sky has a large land base in both Saskatchewan and Manitoba. The company is well positioned to aggressively exploit its defined, low risk oil resources. This, in turn, will create the opportunity for significant growth in production and cash flow.

At Centre Square Place are focused on enhancing the well-being of the owners with minimal impact on the environment.

Wireless Age through its retail and commercial divisions, is a multi-dimensional participant in the Canadian Wireless Industry. The company's mission statement "They help customers thrive in a world without wires" is achieved through two distinct business units, each with a disciplined approach to growth and profitability. The Wireless Age operates retail cellular and telecommunications outlets in Regina, Saskatoon, Martensville and Humboldt Saskatchewan. The Wireless Age markets communications solutions, products and services of their supplier partners to end users in both the consumer and business markets in the province through their 10 locations and their outbound sales forces.

TriWestern Energy Corp. is a private exploration and production company focusing on conventional heavy oil in western Canada. Senior management team with deep experience in heavy oil operations. TriWestern was acquired by Caltex Resources Ltd. in 2012.

Camco Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning Ltd. is a full-service company that serves both residential and commercial customers.

Highrock Resources is a junior exploration and production company focused in SE Saskatchewan.

CanElson Drilling Inc. is a prominent provider of oilfield services, primarily operating in Canada, the United States, and Mexico. The company specializes in land-based contract drilling rigs for oil and natural gas exploration and development. Additionally, CanElson assembles and sells interests in drilling rigs to select business partners and offers services related to compressed natural gas and raw gas transportation. Headquartered in Calgary, Canada, CanElson Drilling operates as a subsidiary of Trinidad Drilling Ltd.

Factory Optical was established in Regina, Saskatchewan as a wholesale manufacturer of prescription lenses for independent Opticians and Optometrists. Our focus is serving customers.

Terra Grain Fuels operates as a producer of ethanol and dried distiller's grains, primarily engaging in the agriculture and energy sectors. The company contracts with wheat growers to source its raw materials and subsequently sells its finished products to manufacturers, including ethanol blenders, in the Canadian provinces of Saskatchewan, Alberta, and Manitoba. Terra Grain Fuels focuses on wholesaling, manufacturing, and marketing within the ethanol industry, contributing to the supply chain for agricultural and energy solutions.

Avalon Oil & Gas Ltd. is a Calgary-based company focused on the exploration, development, and acquisition of conventional and thermal heavy oil properties primarily in the Lloydminster region of Alberta and Saskatchewan. The company prioritizes environmental safety and governance in its operations, aiming to provide effective resource management solutions. Through its activities, Avalon seeks to enhance its portfolio of heavy oil assets while adhering to high industry standards.

Tamarack Valley Energy is an oil and gas company involved in the identification, evaluation and operation of resource plays in the Western Canadian sedimentary basin. The Company uses a rigorous, proven modeling process to carefully manage risk and identify growth opportunities. Tamarack's diversified suite of oil-focused assets provides exposure to the high impact Cardium light oil resource plays in Lochend, Garrington/Harmattan and Buck Lake in Alberta, low cost Viking light oil resource plays in Redwater, Foley Lake and Westlock in Alberta and highly economic heavy oil opportunities southeast of Lloydminster in Saskatchewan.

Saskcan Pulse Trading, a division of Alliance Grain Traders Inc., specializes in the value-added processing of pulses and food ingredients for both export and domestic markets. Established in 2007, the company sources a variety of Canadian pulses, including red split lentils, whole lentils, chickpeas, and peas, directly from local farmers. With operations that extend to multiple countries, including the U.S., Turkey, Australia, China, and South Africa, Saskcan Pulse Trading processes these products for distribution to over one hundred countries worldwide. Its focus on quality and sustainability ensures that it meets the growing demand for nutritious staple foods and ingredients in global markets.

Crescent Point Energy is an independent exploration and production company that produces oil and gas with assets in Canada and the US that focuses on the development of high-return resource plays. Crescent Point Energy was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Calgary, Alberta.

Critical Telecom is a Canadian company based in Ottawa, established in 1987, that specializes in developing broadband enabling platforms for IP-based access networks. The company focuses on providing innovative solutions to enhance network access, including its flagship product, GEmini, an Ethernet remote DSLAM. This technology delivers non-blocking bandwidth, which supports various applications such as triple play services and IPTV. By offering these advanced broadband services, Critical Telecom aims to facilitate seamless streaming and improve overall user experience in accessing network services.

IntouchCX is a prominent provider of outsourced customer care services, specializing in serving digital platforms, digital media, and e-commerce companies. The company offers a multichannel approach that includes voice, live chat, email, and social media management, tailored to meet the needs of small, midsize, and enterprise-level clients. By leveraging advanced technology and customizable customer care methods, IntouchCX enables its partners to gain valuable business insights, fostering lifetime customer loyalty and boosting incremental revenue. With 14 global campuses, IntouchCX collaborates with Fortune 500 partners, positioning itself as an innovative leader in the contact center industry.

Lazar Equipment is the manufacturer of agricultural equipment for farmers and construction companies.

Plains Environmental Inc. is a Canadian company focused on the safe and responsible disposal of oilfield and industrial waste. Based in Melville, the company specializes in cavern disposal, accepting a variety of waste types, including upstream liquids, sludge, contaminated solids, drilling cuttings, and fluids. It also manages midstream waste from transmission and storage operations, as well as downstream post-refined wastes and processed hydrocarbon spills. Additionally, Plains Environmental handles both hazardous and non-hazardous materials, including industrial wastes such as glycols, hydraulic fluids, lubricants, and contaminated oils, along with bio-fuels and mineral oils. As of April 2011, Plains Environmental operates as a subsidiary of Rotex Energy Ltd.

Just Energy is a leading independent energy supplier with over 1.6 million electricity and natural gas customer accounts across the US and Canada. We are also the largest competitive green energy retailer in North America. With our green energy solutions, our customers can offset the negative impact their energy consumption has on the environment. Together we're making a cleaner, greener world. Just Energy is proud to provide peace of mind to homes and businesses. Our long term, fixed price and price protection programs provide protection from the inherent volatility of natural gas and electricity supply prices. Just Energy's business involves the sale of natural gas and electricity to residential and commercial customers under long-term fixed-price or price-protected contracts (price protected for electricity). Just Energy is part of a group of companies that offer natural gas in Ontario, Manitoba, Alberta, Quebec, British Columbia, New York, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, and California, and electricity in Ontario, Alberta, New York, Massachusetts and Texas. Just Energy is a subsidiary of Just Energy Group Inc. (TSX: JE). By securing the price for natural gas or electricity under such contracts for a period of up to five years, Just Energy's customers reduce or eliminate their exposure to changes in the price of these essential commodities. We are, and have been for some time, actively developing the launch of our Just Energy brand in the following jurisdictions: Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Connecticut, Maryland, D.C., Rhode Island, Georgia and Delaware. Click to visit our Website <http://www.justenergy.com/>

HI-TEC Profiles Inc. is a Canadian manufacturer based in Regina, specializing in custom metal fabrication services for various industrial sectors, including mining, power, and agriculture. Founded in 1995, the company has grown from a modest 12,000-square-foot facility with a small team to a more expansive operation. HI-TEC Profiles offers a range of services, including laser cutting, plasma cutting, bending, and steel rolling, focusing on precision and accuracy to meet client specifications. The company also provides kitting and inventory management solutions, ensuring efficient supply chain operations. With nearly 25 years of experience, HI-TEC Profiles has established itself as a key player in the steel processing industry.

All-Fab is a roof, wall, and floor system manufacturing company. They sell various types of construction supplies needed for every building project. They provide all types of structural components and products such as wall system, engineered beams, and stairs.