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An Ontario manufacturer, installer and servicer of waste and recycling infrastructure for multi-unit residential buildings —garbage and recycling chutes, chute-fed multi-stream sorting systems, compactors, containers and odor control.

The company is engaged at the design stage through waste reports and drawing reviews, manufactures the equipment in its own facility, installs during construction, and then services the building for the life of the asset. Roughly 95% of new installations convert into preventative maintenance agreements at handover, which renew automatically. Those inspections, in turn, generate fire code and safety remediation work that converts to orders within days.

Revenue splits evenly between the construction channel — developers, general contractors, architects and engineers — and the existing-building channel of condominium corporations, rental portfolios, non-profit housing and long-term care operators, reached through property management. Approximately 750 buildings have been serviced in the last 24 months, with a large portion under maintenance contracts.

Investment Highlights:

- Approximately $3.0M of contracted revenue ahead, with the majority of the backlog scheduled for installation in the coming fiscal year.

- Auto-renewing maintenance agreements, plus service work on competitor-installed equipment.

Proprietary sorting systems and registered trademarks; equipment manufactured in-house.

- Non-discretionary demand driven by fire code, safety and municipal diversion requirements.

- Owner-independent: a general manager and operations manager already run daily operations.

- Debt-free, with a strong cash position and effectively no bad-debt history across decades in the sector.

Growth Opportunities:

- No outbound sales function has ever existed.

- Retrofit of aging single-chute building stock to multi-stream sorting, driven by regulation.

- Out-of-province service partner network set for growth.

- Extend into commercial, institutional, and mixed-use segments that the company has not pursued.

Financial Performance:

The numbers outlined are 3-year averages. Gross profit margin is consistently in the mid-to-high 30s.

Business Overview

A profitable, family-owned protective and industrial packaging platform operating across Ontario and Quebec, is available for acquisition. The platform is vertically integrated: two established distribution operations are supplied in part by a commonly-owned manufacturing operation, giving the group control over a portion of its product cost and supply chain.

The three businesses have operated under common ownership for decades and are offered together as a single platform. The group distributes a broad line of protective and industrial packaging products to a diversified base of commercial and industrial customers across Eastern Canada, with resilient and expanding gross margins even as ownership has deliberately prioritized profitability over top-line growth.

Investment Highlights

Vertically integrated platform. Two distribution businesses plus a captive manufacturing operation under common ownership. The manufacturer supplies a meaningful share of the distributors' core product, providing margin and supply-chain control.
Two-province footprint. Established operations and long-standing customer relationships across Ontario and Quebec, positioned to serve customers throughout Eastern Canada.
Expanding margins. Gross margin at the lead operating company has expanded toward the mid-30s percent, with the business earning more profit on stable revenue, evidence of pricing discipline and operational focus.
A base to build on. A natural platform for a strategic or private-equity buyer to add complementary distribution or manufacturing operations, or a step-in opportunity for an operator to install professional management.

Products & Markets

Protective and industrial packaging products, including void-fill, foam, and related industrial packaging supplies, distributed to a diversified base of commercial and industrial customers across Eastern Canada. A portion of the distributed product is manufactured in-house by the group's captive manufacturing operation.

The Opportunity

The shareholders are pursuing a succession-driven exit and are prepared to support a smooth transition, including a transitional real estate lease and a reasonable handover period. The platform suits:
A strategic buyer in packaging, distribution, or industrial products seeking scale and a two-province footprint;
A private-equity platform pursuing a buy-and-build in industrial distribution; or
An operator or management team seeking an established, cash-generative business with vertical integration already in place.

Next Steps

Qualified buyers are invited to execute a Non-Disclosure Agreement to receive the Confidential Investment Memorandum with detailed financial information.

An established national emergency response and catastrophe infrastructure platform is available for acquisition. Over the last decade, the company has built longstanding relationships with many of Canada’s leading restoration contractors and emergency response stakeholders. Unlike a traditional restoration contractor, the company operates as a critical subcontracting and deployment partner to the broader restoration ecosystem, supporting many of Canada’s leading national restoration brands during large-scale catastrophic and emergency events.

The company specializes in rapid-response emergency mitigation, with core services including cleaning, content handling, remediation, renovations, and equipment rentals. The business is uniquely positioned to mobilize its specialized workforce across Canada and currently operates out of multiple strategically located facilities capable of supporting national emergency response situations.

The business benefits from a substantial and experienced workforce comprising 120 emergency response personnel, office and supervisory staff, and skilled construction professionals. While current management oversees high-level strategy, the company’s established industry presence, operational scale, and proven deployment capabilities make it an attractive platform for continued growth. The business currently operates at full capacity without active advertising or marketing initiatives, underscoring the strength of its reputation, longstanding relationships, and embedded position within the restoration ecosystem.

The post-disaster restoration market in Canada is experiencing strong, consistent growth, driven by aging infrastructure, rising climate-related natural disasters, and greater awareness of health and safety risks. This presents a compelling macroeconomic backdrop for the company. As is typical within large-scale emergency response and restoration operations, the business requires significant working capital to support labor deployment, mobilization, and extended collection cycles. This operational complexity creates meaningful barriers to entry and strengthens the company’s competitive positioning.

Financially, the company demonstrates strong and sustainable performance. It has achieved a reliable revenue level, estimated by management to be highly sustainable at $17 million, with healthy margins supported by its specialized, proprietary capabilities. The business is well-equipped to provide a stable earnings profile and serve as a defensible platform for a strategic or financial buyer experienced with operationally intensive and working-capital-heavy service businesses. Owners are open to remaining involved through a prolonged transition period and/or retaining equity, depending on the buyer’s preference.

Business Overview

A growing infrastructure and utility contracting business with a proven operating history and demonstrated ability to execute complex, multi-scoped programs. The company provides turnkey construction and technical services that support critical network and utility infrastructure, with work embedded in long-duration capital programs rather than transactional projects.

The business is built to perform in environments where safety, reliability, scheduling discipline, and compliance are non-negotiable. Client relationships are programmatic and repeatable, supporting consistent utilization and strong revenue visibility.

Service Offering and Operating Model

The company operates an integrated delivery platform encompassing civil construction, underground and aerial installation, and specialized technical design services. Capabilities are intentionally structured to allow end-to-end execution under a single contractor, reducing coordination risk for clients and increasing scope capture per program.

Field operations are supported by experienced leadership, standardized operating procedures, and formal project management oversight. This structure enables the business to manage multiple concurrent programs efficiently while maintaining quality and safety standards across crews and work types.

Market Position and Competitive Dynamics

The business competes in infrastructure contracting segments characterized by high barriers to entry, including safety requirements, technical complexity, workforce qualification, and execution scale. Customers prioritize proven delivery partners with the capacity to mobilize quickly, perform across disciplines, and execute reliably over extended timeframes.

Growth Opportunities

The platform is well positioned to benefit from sustained infrastructure investment and continued consolidation of efforts toward scaled, capable contractors. Growth opportunities include expanded participation in existing programs, additional capture of service scope, increased crew density, and selective strategic partnerships.

The operating model also supports measured geographic or end-market expansion without material changes to systems or leadership structure.

Transaction Overview

Ownership is evaluating a sale or strategic investment and is open to flexible transaction structures, including minority or majority investments. The ideal partner will align with long-term value creation, operational discipline, and thoughtful business scaling.

The company is a specialized landscaping construction business focusing primarily on hard and
soft landscape construction for high-rise condominiums and rental properties. With over 50
years of industry experience, the business has established itself as a respected player in the
commercial landscaping sector with strong industry relationships. Despite operating in a mature
market environment, the company has maintained growth through established relationships with
major developers and a consistent project pipeline.
Currently led by the second generation of family ownership, the business maintains a dedication
to customer service that has been a cornerstone of its operations since inception. The business
operates with a lean team structure consisting of approximately 15-18 core unionized
employees, supplemented by access to more skilled labourers when project demands increase.
Revenue is predominantly derived from two business segments: new construction contracts for
high-rise projects (90%) and project repairs/reinstatements (10%). The company's specific
services include soft landscaping, topsoil installation and plant materials and hardscaping
(installing, unit paver terraces, walkways, precast & concrete retaining walls), property
maintenance, and comprehensive project management. The company has cultivated strong
relationships with some of the largest property developers in its operating region.
Financial performance shows steady growth, with revenue increasing from approximately $3.8
million in 2019 to a projected $7.1 million in 2025. The normalized EBITDA for 2025 is projected
at over $1 million. The business maintains a robust project pipeline extending 2-3 years into the
future, providing visibility into near-term revenue streams.
The company possesses significant assets, including vehicles, heavy equipment, and
specialized construction equipment valued at over $800,000. Additionally, the business owns its
office space and shop facilities, which are estimated at a fair market value of $1.6 million.
The company has received multiple industry awards for excellence in commercial construction
and multi-residential projects, demonstrating its reputation for quality work. Future growth
opportunities include strategic expansion into additional verticals (rental properties, luxury
landscaping, public development), geographic expansion, equipment investments, and
developing long-term contract agreements with large-scale clients.

The asking price is for a Share sale and includes a normalized amount of Working Capital
(~$300,000), all FF&E (FMV of $850,000), and Real Estate (FMV of ~$1.6mm). The owner to
remain with the business for the next 2 years to ensure a smooth transition.

Opportunity to acquire an established light wood manufacturing and supply company serving a loyal base of manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution clients across Southwestern Ontario.

With over 25 years in operation, the company has built efficient production systems, strong supplier partnerships, and a skilled workforce that ensures consistent output and service reliability. The company’s reputation and repeat customer base provide a solid platform for further growth.

This is an excellent opportunity for a strategic acquirer seeking to expand product offerings, diversify operations, or integrate complementary services. Growth opportunities include expanding into new regions, adding sales resources, and leveraging digital marketing to reach untapped markets.

The business currently operates from a leased facility. The lease is nearing expiry and can either be renegotiated with the current landlord or relocated easily to a buyer’s preferred facility.

The current owner is committed to a smooth transition and will provide comprehensive training and support to ensure operational continuity and client retention.

Highlights:
• Strong track record with 25+ years of successful operations
• Diversified customer base across multiple industrial sectors
• Experienced and reliable workforce
• Well-established supplier network
• Easy relocation potential or lease renewal flexibility
• Consistent profitability and growth potential

An established and rapidly growing roofing contractor is available for acquisition. With over a decade of operational history, this company has developed a reputation for quality craftsmanship, responsive service, and technical expertise in flat roofing solutions. It serves a diversified customer base across the commercial, industrial, and residential sectors and is recognized for its ability to manage complex projects with precision and professionalism.

The company’s operations are built on a solid foundation of operational efficiency, skilled personnel, and reliable project delivery. Flat roofing is a core strength, and the business is proficient in a wide range of systems including TPO, EPDM, modified bitumen, and built-up membranes. Over time, it has expanded into new markets with strong early traction and meaningful upside, particularly in high-density construction corridors where demand for institutional and commercial re-roofing is consistent.

The revenue mix reflects this operational focus. Roughly 70% of sales are generated through re-roofing of existing buildings, with 20% coming from new construction and 10% from recurring maintenance and service agreements. This balance of project-based and recurring work supports a stable earnings profile while leaving room for scalable growth through maintenance contracts and strategic client relationships.

The business benefits from an experienced team of over 50 employees, including a lean administrative and management core, supported by seasoned field personnel. Key functional roles such as project management, estimating, and administration are staffed by individuals with long tenure and industry knowledge. The owners currently oversee strategy and high-level decisions, but day-to-day responsibilities are delegated, making the business highly transferable to new ownership.

Client relationships are a significant asset. The company is a preferred vendor to several institutional clients and general contractors, with no single customer concentration risk. Buyers will benefit from a broad base of repeat clients, strong project references, and an internal track record of performance that supports future growth through referrals, public tenders, and organic expansion.

Financially, the company is strong. Margins remain healthy across all revenue lines, supported by low overhead and tight execution controls. The facility is owner-occupied, so a long-term lease with favorable terms is available to the new owners. The business is well-equipped with vehicles, tools, and materials included in the sale. The operational space is underutilized, which can be scaled in conjunction with growth.

This opportunity would be attractive to strategic acquirers in the roofing or building envelope services sector, as well as financial buyers seeking a defensible platform in a fragmented industry. With its established reputation, capable team, and multiple avenues for growth, the company is well-positioned for continued expansion under new leadership.