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AutoCanada is a prominent multi-location automobile dealership group in Canada, operating 53 franchised dealerships with a total of 60 franchises across eight provinces. The company employs over 3,700 individuals and specializes in the sale of both new and used vehicles. AutoCanada offers a diverse range of brands, including Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, Chevrolet, GMC, Buick, Cadillac, Infiniti, Nissan, Hyundai, Subaru, Mitsubishi, Audi, Volkswagen, BMW, and MINI. In addition to vehicle sales, the company provides spare parts, maintenance services, and customer financing. The majority of its revenue is generated from the sale of used vehicles, with a significant portion of its operations and revenue derived from the Canadian market.

Eldorado Gold is a Canadian gold and base metals producer with over 20 years of experience in mining, development, and exploration. The company operates in Turkey, Canada, Greece, and Romania, focusing on high-quality assets and responsible mining practices. Eldorado Gold is committed to maintaining high safety and environmental standards while fostering long-term partnerships with local communities. Key projects include Kisladag, Efemcukuru, Skouries, Perama Hill, and Certej, which highlight the company's strategic approach to resource development and community engagement.

Vosker provides remote area monitoring technology using solar power and artificial intelligence for cutting-edge surveillance solutions. It offers mobile security cameras that operate on 4G/LTE networks and are powered by solar energy, providing surveillance capabilities. These cameras are primarily used in various industries. Vosker was founded in 2018, and headquartered in Victoriaville, Quebec.

Kraken Robotics is a Canadian marine technology company that specializes in the design, development, and marketing of advanced sonar systems and underwater robotics for military and commercial applications. The company is recognized as a leader in Synthetic Aperture Sonar (SAS), an innovative underwater imaging technology that enhances seabed surveys by delivering ultra-high resolution imagery at exceptional coverage rates. Kraken's AquaPix® series of SAS products, built on nearly two decades of research and development, offers performance comparable to high-end military systems at a fraction of the cost. The company generates most of its revenue from the sale of underwater vehicle platforms, sonar equipment, and subsea power systems. Additionally, Kraken is engaged in various technology validation efforts and partnerships with notable organizations, including Defence Research and Development Canada and the U.S. Navy's Naval Sea Systems Command. Headquartered in Conception Bay South, Newfoundland, Kraken Robotics continues to advance its position within the marine technology sector.

WELL Health Technologies Corp. is a Canadian healthcare technology company that operates a network of primary healthcare facilities and provides a range of digital health services. The company offers a Practitioner Enablement Platform that includes electronic medical records (EMR), telehealth services, revenue cycle management, and cybersecurity solutions to enhance patient engagement and streamline operations for healthcare providers. As of September 2020, WELL Health managed 20 medical clinics and served approximately 2,000 clinics across Canada with its EMR software. The company is focused on empowering healthcare professionals by reducing administrative burdens, allowing them to dedicate more time to patient care. In addition to its Canadian operations, WELL Health has expanded its portfolio internationally, recently acquiring the German EMR company Doctorly. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Vancouver, WELL Health is committed to leveraging innovative technologies to improve healthcare delivery and outcomes.

Champion Iron is a Canadian company focused on the exploration and development of iron ore properties. Based in Quebec's Labrador Trough, one of Canada’s premier iron ore mining districts, Champion Iron holds extensive land with highly prospective iron ore claims. The company operates several projects, including Fire Lake North, Powderhorn/Gullbridge, Moire, Quinto Claims, Harvey Tuttle, and O'keefe-Purdy. Its primary revenue comes from the production of iron ore concentrate.

Montreal Mini-Storage provides self-storage facility services such as vehicles, retails, parking and warehousing.

Alvéole is a Montreal-based company founded in 2011 that specializes in installing and maintaining beehives at businesses and schools. The company aims to assist organizations in achieving their sustainability goals by transforming urban spaces into environments conducive to bees, including honey bee hives, pollinator habitats, and bee-friendly gardens. In addition to its beekeeping services, Alvéole produces and sells honey, soap bars, lip balms, and food wraps. The company also provides educational resources focused on beekeeping and biodiversity, offering essential equipment and technical support to both novice and experienced beekeepers. Through its initiatives, Alvéole promotes environmental stewardship and enhances urban biodiversity.

Morguard Corp is a real estate company that specializes in the acquisition, ownership, and development of properties in Canada and the United States. It operates through three primary business divisions: multi-suite residential, retail, and office and hotel properties. The majority of its revenue is derived from the Multi-suite Residential segment. In addition to property management, Morguard provides leasing services for various types of real estate, including hotels, offices, industrial spaces, apartments, and retail establishments. The company also offers real estate management and investment advisory services, contributing to its diverse portfolio and operational expertise in the real estate sector.

Orla Mining Ltd. is a mineral exploration and development company based in Vancouver, Canada, focused on acquiring, exploring, and developing mineral properties. The company primarily targets gold, silver, zinc, lead, and copper deposits. Orla owns 100% of the Camino Rojo project, which spans approximately 160,000 hectares in Zacatecas, Mexico, and the Cerro Quema gold project located in Panama. Additionally, Orla holds an option to acquire the Monitor Gold project in Nye County, Nevada. The Camino Rojo project is notable for its advanced open-pit and heap leach operations, with significant estimated mineral reserves. Since its incorporation in 2007, Orla has established itself as a key player in the mineral exploration sector, with operations across Mexico, Panama, and the United States.

Manulife Financial Corporation, established in 1887, is a diversified global financial services company with principal operations in Asia, Canada, and the United States. It offers a broad range of financial protection and wealth management products and services, including life insurance, annuities, retirement plans, and asset management. Manulife's extensive network of over 84,000 employees and agents serves millions of customers across its three operating divisions. The company's investment arm, Manulife Capital, specializes in private equity and venture capital, focusing on fintech, insurtech, and B2B SaaS startups, as well as growth and expansion capital for mature and middle-market companies. Manulife Real Estate, the company's real estate investment arm, invests in residential, office, industrial, and other real estate classes, as well as infrastructure equity. Manulife Bank provides banking, financial, and investment services. The company's executive management team oversees the management of its assets.

Canadian Women's Foundation helps and supports women to move out of violence, out of poverty, and into confidence and leadership. It is a public foundation for gender equality. It builds a gender-equal through transforming lives, improving communities, and changing systems. It was established in 1991 and headquartered in Toronto, Ontario.

Taiga Building Products Ltd. is a Canadian-based wholesale distributor of building materials, specializing in a diverse range of products for the construction industry. Established in 1973 and headquartered in Burnaby, Canada, the company offers composite decking, engineered wood products, laminate and vinyl flooring, insulation, dimension lumber, moldings, and various types of panels, including plywood and oriented strand boards. Additionally, Taiga provides roofing materials such as shingles and weatherproofing products, as well as siding, trim products, and pressure-treated wood. The company operates 15 distribution centers across Canada and 2 in Northern California, supported by reload stations in Eastern USA, ensuring that a tailored inventory is consistently available to meet market demands. Taiga serves 'big-box' retailers, building supply yards, and industrial manufacturers, with the majority of its revenue generated from Canadian operations, followed by sales in the United States.

Fortuna Silver Mines Inc. is a Canadian precious metals mining company focused on silver production, with operating mines located in Peru and Mexico. Established in 2005, Fortuna has pursued a growth strategy centered on acquiring silver-rich exploration projects and producing mines in Latin America. As of December 31, 2014, the company reported mineral reserves containing approximately 41 million ounces of silver and 252,000 ounces of gold. In 2014, Fortuna achieved silver production of 6.6 million ounces and gold production of 35,316 ounces, with an all-in sustaining cash cost of $14.48 per ounce of silver. The company anticipates similar production levels for 2015, while also focusing on increasing reserves and production through its expertise in the region. Fortuna is committed to operating profitability and maintaining strong community and environmental practices. The company is financially stable, with no long-term debt, and employs over 1,600 people across Canada, Peru, and Mexico, with its headquarters in Vancouver.

Foodtastic is a Quebec-based franchisor that operates a diverse portfolio of restaurant concepts, including La Belle et La Boeuf, Carlos & Pepe's, Souvlaki Bar, Nickels, and Bacaro. With over 900 restaurants in its system generating more than $830 million in sales, Foodtastic is a prominent player in the restaurant industry. The company provides a variety of culinary styles and beverages, creating entertaining dining experiences for its customers. Additionally, Foodtastic is expanding its reach internationally, boasting over 100 restaurants outside of Canada.

CNIB is a nonprofit organization devoted to changing what it means to be blind in the modern world. We provide cutting-edge programming and potent advocacy that enable blindness sufferers to live their aspirations and dismantle barriers to inclusion. A network of volunteers, funders, and partners from coast to coast supports the work of our blind charity. CNIB was established in 1918 in Toronto, Ontario.

Think Research, established in 2006, is a Canadian healthcare technology company specializing in knowledge-based tools for clinicians at the point of care. It addresses complex challenges faced by healthcare organizations through practical, cost-effective solutions that leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning. The company offers clinical content, knowledge translation services, partner apps like eMED-PASS and how2track, and platforms such as EntryPoint. Its cloud-based, EMR-agnostic digital tools serve enterprise clients, hospitals, health regions, professionals, and governments worldwide, empowering clinicians to improve patient outcomes across various care settings.

Avanti Software operates as a staffing and payroll management firm, catering primarily to mid-sized organizations in Canada across various sectors, including healthcare, handicraft, commercial, and education. The company specializes in temporary employment, direct recruitment, headhunting, project and interim management, as well as customized staff deployment. In addition to staffing services, Avanti provides workforce management solutions, talent acquisition, and human resources support, all aimed at reducing errors and improving the overall employee experience. Through its comprehensive services, Avanti addresses the diverse needs of its clients, facilitating effective workforce management.

Avanti Software operates as a staffing and payroll management firm, catering primarily to mid-sized organizations in Canada across various sectors, including healthcare, handicraft, commercial, and education. The company specializes in temporary employment, direct recruitment, headhunting, project and interim management, as well as customized staff deployment. In addition to staffing services, Avanti provides workforce management solutions, talent acquisition, and human resources support, all aimed at reducing errors and improving the overall employee experience. Through its comprehensive services, Avanti addresses the diverse needs of its clients, facilitating effective workforce management.

Nuvei Corporation, established in 2003, is a global payment technology solutions provider headquartered in Montreal, Canada. It offers a cloud-based Native Commerce Platform that enables businesses to accept payments across various channels, including mobile, online, unattended, and in-store. Nuvei serves clients in North America, Europe, the Asia Pacific, and Latin America through a network of direct sales, agents, resellers, and partners. Its comprehensive suite of services includes payment acceptance, card issuing, banking, risk management, and fraud management, empowering businesses to optimize payment processes and increase acceptance rates both locally and globally.

Emera Inc. is a geographically diverse energy and services company based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, with approximately $10 billion in assets. The company focuses on investments in electricity generation, transmission, and distribution, along with gas transmission and utility energy services. Emera aims to transform the electricity industry by promoting cleaner energy generation and ensuring its delivery to the market. The company operates across northeastern North America and in four Caribbean countries, with a strategic goal of deriving 75-85 percent of its adjusted earnings from rate-regulated businesses.

Nighthawk Gold Corp. is a Canadian gold exploration company that identifies, acquires, and evaluates gold properties, primarily in the Northwest Territories. The company holds a 100% interest in the Indin Lake Gold property, which encompasses the Colomac Gold Project. This project is situated within a highly prospective and underexplored Archean gold camp, specifically in the Indin Lake greenstone belt. Nighthawk Gold, formerly known as Merc International Minerals Inc. until its name change in April 2012, was incorporated in 2004 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. The company is focused on advancing its primary project while developing other regional deposits within its extensive land position of 222,203 acres north of Yellowknife.

Groupe 3737 is an entrepreneurial innovation and diversity hub located in the heart of Montreal’s Saint-Michel neighborhood.

Savaria Corporation (savaria.com) is one of North America’s leaders in the accessibility industry. It provides accessibility solutions for the elderly and physically challenged to increase their mobility and independence. The diversity of its product line is one of the most comprehensive on the market. Savaria designs, manufactures, distributes and installs accessibility equipment, such as stairlifts for straight and curved stairs, vertical and inclined wheelchair lifts, as well as elevators for home and commercial use. In addition, it converts and adapts vehicles to be wheelchair accessible. It also operates a network of franchisees and corporate stores through which new and recycled accessibility equipment is sold and, in certain locations, vehicle conversions are performed. Savaria operates a plant located in Huizhou (China) which increases its competitive edge. Savaria records close to 60% of its revenue outside Canada, primarily in the United States. It operates a sales network of some 400 retailers and affiliates in North America and employs some 500 people.

AltaGas Ltd. is a diversified energy infrastructure company operating in North America, with a focus on natural gas and power. The company is structured into three primary segments: Utilities, Midstream, and Power. The Utilities segment manages regulated natural gas distribution utilities across several states, serving approximately 1.7 million customers, and also provides interstate transportation and storage services. The Midstream segment is involved in the gathering, processing, and marketing of natural gas and natural gas liquids, holding significant processing capacity and interests in regulated pipelines primarily in the northeastern United States. Finally, the Power segment generates and sells electricity and offers energy storage and retail power marketing services in regions like Alberta, California, and Colorado, with a total operational capacity of 710 megawatts. Founded in 1994 and headquartered in Calgary, Canada, AltaGas aims to capitalize on the dynamics of supply and demand in the energy sector, serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers in both Canada and the United States.

Chorus Aviation Inc. is a Canadian airline company that operates scheduled passenger services under the Air Canada Express brand, providing approximately 690 daily departures to 59 destinations within Canada and 28 destinations in the United States. In addition to passenger services, the company offers charter flights and specialized contract flying, including medical, logistical, and humanitarian missions primarily for government entities and international non-governmental organizations. Chorus Aviation is also involved in aircraft leasing and maintenance, repair, and overhaul services, which encompass parts sales and technical support. Originally known as Jazz Air Income Fund, the company rebranded as Chorus Aviation Inc. in January 2011 and was incorporated in 2010. Its headquarters are located in Dartmouth, Canada.

MD Financial Management Inc. is a privately owned investment management firm based in Ottawa, Canada, dedicated to serving the financial needs of physicians and their families. The company offers a range of financial services, including financial planning, investment management, insurance, and banking solutions. It manages tailored client portfolios and also develops and oversees mutual funds that encompass equity, fixed income, and balanced strategies. By employing both quantitative and fundamental analysis, MD Financial Management aims to provide comprehensive wealth management and investment counseling to help clients effectively plan and manage their financial futures. As a subsidiary of Scotia Wealth Management, the firm focuses on delivering specialized financial guidance for medical professionals across Canada.

Emera Inc. is a geographically diverse energy and services company based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, with approximately $10 billion in assets. The company focuses on investments in electricity generation, transmission, and distribution, along with gas transmission and utility energy services. Emera aims to transform the electricity industry by promoting cleaner energy generation and ensuring its delivery to the market. The company operates across northeastern North America and in four Caribbean countries, with a strategic goal of deriving 75-85 percent of its adjusted earnings from rate-regulated businesses.

The University of Manitoba received its charter on February 28, 1877. Today, the UofM has three main locations: the Bannatyne Campus, the Fort Garry Campus and the William Norrie Centre. The downtown Bannatyne campus of the university comprises a complex of ten buildings located west of the Health Sciences Centre between McDermot Ave and William Ave in Central Winnipeg. This complex houses the medical and dental instructional units of the university. The Faculty of Dentistry, the Faculty of Medicine, the School of Medical Rehabilitation, and the School of Dental Hygiene are the major health sciences units located on this campus. The Faculty of Pharmacy officially joined the Bannatyne campus with the opening of the 95,000 sq ft (8,800 m2) Apotex Centre on October 16, 2008. The Brodie Center is known as the "flagship" which connects all three faculties as well as the Neil John MacLean Health Sciences Library and the Joe Doupe Fitness Centre. It is located on 727 McDermot Avenue. The main Fort Garry campus (located on the Red River in south Winnipeg) comprises over 60 teaching and research buildings of the University and sits on 233 hectares (580 acres) of land. In addition, Smartpark is the location of seven buildings leased to research and development organizations involving university-industry partnerships. The address is 66 Chancellors Circle. The William Norrie Centre on Selkirk Avenue is the campus for social work education for inner-city residents. The university operates agricultural research stations near Glenlea and Carman, Manitoba. The Ian N. Morrison Research Farm near Carman is a 406 acres (164 ha) facility located 70 km (43 mi) from Winnipeg, while the Glenlea facility is approximately 1,000 acres (405 ha) and located 20 km (12 mi) from Winnipeg.

Emera Inc. is a geographically diverse energy and services company based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, with approximately $10 billion in assets. The company focuses on investments in electricity generation, transmission, and distribution, along with gas transmission and utility energy services. Emera aims to transform the electricity industry by promoting cleaner energy generation and ensuring its delivery to the market. The company operates across northeastern North America and in four Caribbean countries, with a strategic goal of deriving 75-85 percent of its adjusted earnings from rate-regulated businesses.

HomeEquity Bank is a privately held company that specializes in providing financial solutions to senior homeowners in Canada. The bank offers products such as the CHIP Reverse Mortgage® and Income Advantage®, which allow individuals to access the equity accumulated in their homes. By administering a portfolio secured by residential properties across the country, HomeEquity Bank partners with various organizations, including chartered banks, credit unions, and mortgage brokers, to deliver its services. This approach enables clients to maintain control over their properties while alleviating financial stress during retirement.

The University of British Columbia (UBC) is a prominent global center for research and education, recognized among the top 40 universities worldwide. Established in 1915, UBC embodies a spirit of innovation and a commitment to challenging the status quo. The university fosters an entrepreneurial environment that encourages students, faculty, and staff to explore new ideas and lead discoveries. With a focus on bold thinking, UBC has been instrumental in creating positive change both locally and internationally for over a century. The institution operates primarily from two campuses, located in Vancouver and the Okanagan, and serves a diverse population of more than 58,000 students from Canada and over 140 countries.

NextAI is an accelerator and founder development program based in Montréal and Toronto, designed for early-stage AI-enabled startups. It targets exceptional teams and individuals from around the globe who aim to commercialize AI research and establish global enterprises. As an innovation hub, NextAI leverages Canada's strong position in artificial intelligence to provide these startups with essential resources, including capital, mentorship, education, and a robust network of business leaders and entrepreneurs. Participating teams can access up to $200,000 in funding, guidance from renowned faculty and scientists, and state-of-the-art AI tools, all aimed at fostering disruptive innovation in various industries.

Guyana Goldfields Inc. is a Canadian-based company engaged in the exploration and production of gold, primarily within the Guiana Shield of South America. Established in 1994 and headquartered in Toronto, the company has been actively operating in Guyana since 1996. It focuses on the acquisition, exploration, development, and operation of gold mineral properties, with its primary asset being the Aurora Gold Mine. The company also holds advanced exploration projects, including the Aranka Properties, and is dedicated to conducting ongoing exploration and development work in these areas. In 2020, Guyana Goldfields became a subsidiary of Zijin Mining Group Company Limited, reflecting its strategic positioning within the gold mining sector.

Primero Mining Corp. is a Canadian-based precious metals producer engaged in the acquisition, exploration, development, and operation of mineral resource properties primarily in Mexico. The company holds a 100% interest in the San Dimas gold-silver mine project and the Cerro del Gallo gold-silver-copper development project, alongside the Black Fox mine in Ontario, Canada. Primero Mining focuses on gold and silver exploration, emphasizing low-cost production and a substantial resource base in politically stable regions. Founded in 2007 and based in Toronto, it was originally known as Mala Noche Resources Corp. and rebranded in 2010. As of May 2018, Primero operates as a subsidiary of First Majestic Silver Corp.

Liminal BioSciences Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company that specializes in the discovery, development, and commercialization of innovative treatments for patients with unmet medical needs, particularly focusing on rare and orphan diseases. The company operates through two main segments: Small Molecule Therapeutics and Plasma Derived Therapeutics. Its lead product candidate, fezagepras, targets idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, respiratory diseases, and Alström Syndrome. In the Plasma Derived Therapeutics segment, Liminal BioSciences offers a Plasma Protein Purification System for extracting and purifying therapeutic proteins from human plasma and is developing Ryplazim for congenital plasminogen deficiency. Founded in 1992 and headquartered in Laval, Quebec, the company has a presence in Canada, the United Kingdom, and the United States. It was previously known as Prometic Life Sciences Inc. before rebranding in October 2019.

Tricon Residential, established in 1988, is a leading North American rental housing company focused on serving the middle-market demographic. With a portfolio of over 30,000 single-family and multi-family rental homes across 21 markets in the United States and Canada, Tricon prioritizes providing an exceptional rental experience to its residents. The company's integrated, technology-enabled operating platform empowers its team to deliver superior service, fostering longer tenancies and positive community impact. Headquartered in Toronto, with significant operations in Orange County, California, Tricon aims to be the premier rental housing provider, generating positive returns for its investors and shareholders.

Hudbay is a Canadian integrated mining company engaged in the production of copper concentrate, molybdenum concentrate, and zinc metal. The company operates three polymetallic mines, four ore concentrators, and a zinc production facility in northern Manitoba and Saskatchewan, Canada, as well as in Cusco, Peru. Additionally, Hudbay has copper projects in Arizona and Nevada, United States. The company's primary focus is on the discovery, production, and marketing of base and precious metals, with a significant portion of its revenue derived from copper operations. Hudbay markets its copper concentrates to smelters in Asia, America, and Europe, while zinc metal represents its second largest revenue source. The company is committed to responsible mining practices and aims to create sustainable value through the development and operation of high-quality mineral deposits, benefiting the regions and communities where it operates.

Osisko Gold Royalties is a North American-focused intermediate precious metal royalty company that commenced operations in June 2014. The company specializes in acquiring and managing a diverse portfolio of over 175 royalties, streams, and precious metal offtakes, primarily centered in North America. Its flagship asset is a 5% net smelter return royalty on the Canadian Malartic mine, the largest gold mine in Canada. In addition to its royalty and stream interests, Osisko engages in the exploration, evaluation, and development of mining projects, contributing to its growth and diversification. The majority of its income is derived from North American operations, reflecting its strategic focus on the region's mining potential.

Tropic Networks, Inc. designs, develops, and markets regional and metro-area optical networking equipment for telephony, data, and cable applications. The company offers Wavelength Tracker, an optical transport solution that leverages SONET/SDH familiarity to deliver optical layer intelligence; and various services for Tropic Networks platform and its related products, including network design, planning and installation, operation and maintenance consulting, and evaluation and modeling of network architecture, as well as training and planned upgrades. It also provides Networks TRX-24000, a metro optical transport platform that delivers dense wavelength division multiplexing and optical add-drop multiplexing for a host of services in a package. The company offers metro-optimized network solution for carriers to plan, manage, and scale the MAN; and to address the need for bandwidth expansion, optical transport, wavelength identification, and wavelength management in regional and metropolitan-area optical networks. Its metro optical networking solution streamlines the underlying optical layer architecture of DWDM/ODAM networks. Tropic Networks, Inc. was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada.

Q9 Networks Inc. specializes in providing outsourced data center infrastructure for information technology organizations in Canada. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Toronto, the company offers a range of services including data center space, managed bandwidth, performance monitoring, and security services. Additionally, Q9 Networks provides managed services such as control panels, managed servers, firewalls, load balancing, backup and restore, and remote connectivity. Their offerings also include disaster recovery solutions and site management tools, catering to the diverse needs of businesses requiring reliable and secure IT operations.