Business Listings

This is a highly successful grocery and healthcare products distributor with primarily Tier 1 retail chain store clients. The business was founded over 20 years ago. It is based in Eastern Canada and ships product / provides coverage to customers who are both Regional and National retailers. Expansion opportunities exist to support a number of these customers completely across Canada. Some Tier 1 suppliers have already appointed this firm as their national distributor.  Many use existing company representatives to support in-store product management and customer relationships. Others simply take product into their own Distribution Centres for retail location allocation.  The products are generally non-perishable.  The Q4 2023 EBITDA run rate on this business will exceed $4.2 Million which will be surpassed in FY2024 as additional new lines and skus are distributed to the expanding Customer Base. Coverage is over 2300 retail locations in Quebec which represent roughly 80% of total business. This Quebec percent will significantly decrease as national contracts and customers are integrated. 

The company Vendors are very supportive of the business and depend on it to get their items into the retail channel in a cost-effective, efficient and timely basis, every day. Suppliers count on this company to provide the support needed to ensure proper presentation and representation at the retail level while managing product availability and logistics for the distribution channel. A number of significant new vendors and customers have aligned  with this firm in 2023

The business is growing rapidly with consolidated EBITDA margins above 18,25% 
Included in the listing for the business, is a medium sized HQ / Distribution Centre 
A significant VTB is available to qualified buyers paying the listing price for this business.

One of the current owners will remain available in transition for at least 6 months after closing.

Distribution / Dist-Food Service Products

This multi-generational business continues to perform very well with an extensive customer base. Included in the sale are fixed assets with an original cost of over $2.1 Million and a current market value approaching $1.3 Million.  Annual revenue comes from wells needed for new residential building including repeat contractor clients that need wells for their new projects each year. Another large component is wells for existing home or cottage well upgrates. A small amount of commercial business also occurs each year. The business drills and completes  125-150 water wells each year and turns away over 100 wells that it cannot complete due to capacity limitations This demonstrates a solid potential for growth in the region.

Water Related / Pump Service; Construction / Well Drilling

Construction / Glass Company

This well-established meat processing company has been operating since 2011 serving Western Canada. The Company manufactures a wide range of processed meat products in a 6000 square foot, state-of- the-art facility located along a major highway in Alberta. The Company’s main sales channel is wholesaling to large retailers but there are some direct-to-consumer sales. Strong growth in sales has been consistent since inception and the Company may see even stronger growth in 2023. Specific details on future growth prospects will be provided later.

The Company enjoys strong margins, a loyal & growing client base, and is positioned extremely well in the competitive processed meat market. All internal processes are documented, and staff are cross trained to avoid setbacks caused by unexpected events. With the extensive documentation provided, a new owner/manager will not require any food manufacturing experience. This is the epitome of a turn-key operation. The Company follows a very strict food safety and quality assurance program that results in a facility, processes, and products that meet the highest global food safety standards.

The facility and equipment capacity is enough to more than double sales without further capital expenditures. An even higher capacity level (exceeding $5M in sales) could be achieved by adding more equipment (bought or leased) to the underutilized floor space in the present building.

Potential buyers will be asked to fill out a buyer's profile and sign a Non-disclosure agreement (All buyers must have proof of funds). After which more detailed information will be provided.

Manufacturing / Food/Kindred Products

This is a very successful mid-size senior's residence in Ontario with an excellent reputation. It provides meals and lodging but not health care services on site. Total square footage exceeds 14,000 square feet. Common areas include a dining room, sunroom, library TV / Exercise room, a hair salon plus landscaped garden areas and paved sidewalks. There is an opportunity to increase room rates as tenant turnover occurs, since current rents are below market rates.

Monthly rental is all inclusive including accommodation, utilities, food, laundry, housekeeping, and TV. Residents enjoy three meals a day in the fully renovated dining room. A full schedule of activities including crafts, games, and exercise classes, is offered each month.

The business is being sold with the Real Estate - land and buildings that are valued at $1.7 Million within the total listing price based upon a 2021 appraisal. This is an increase to the book value of land and real estate of $983,783, as at YE FY2021.

Lodging / Hotels; Medical Related Biz / Retirement Home

This business is a very successful restoration / remediation business in central / northern Ontario. The current owners formed the business in 1992 and then acquired / integrated the franchise in 1999 upon acquisition. This is a multi-year award winning franchise with  12 employees - several with key industry certifications. The owners and employees are also multiple individual award winners. The business is conducted to the highest standards of operational excellence and best practices. Real Estate valued at $600,000 is included with the selling price. Net Normalized Cash Flow averaged just over  $326,000 over the  past  5 full  years 2018-2022 after all operating expenses but before owner compensation / benefits. Average Revenue during the same 5 year period has been just below $2,200,000.

The listing price of $1,900,000 includes $600,000 in Real Estate.as appraised.  The business is priced at $1,300,000 or 4..02 X Normalized  FY2023 Cash Flow. This is a very reasonable multiple for a business in this sector. 

Upon request qualified buyers will receive a CIM and access to the website to learn more about this Tier 1 industry leader.  Leading Franchises in this industry thrive on the quality and depth of national relationships with large insurance companies that forward their clients with related claims to each regional franchise. This franchisor has outstanding alliances which deliver revenue to this  unit and all offices across Canada. 

Any qualified buyer will also need approval by the franchisor and will receive excellent training and support following acquisition.

Repair / Miscellaneous Repair; Construction / Fire Damage Restoration

Community hub and food market, restaurant, and confectionery (ice cream!) shop. Located along the world-famous Cabot Trail, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. Everyday items: grocery, snacks, health care, giftware and a focus on locally sourced products can all be found. Eat in or take out restaurant is also located on the same level within the market. On the lower level is an ice cream parlor/candy shop that operates seasonally.

Food Business Retail / Food Retail Grocery

Excellent business opportunity for an owner-operator or investor. This bakery & cafe is one of a kind. It has a great location, established reputation and clientele, and is highly profitable.  

It has tremendous potential for growth as it is not currently open every day and has a liquor license that is not in use. The current owner is open to various transition scenarios in order to help the buyers succeed in the long term.

Restaurants / Cafe Type Eatery

The Company is part of a successful franchise grocery chain spanning 30 countries. With an ability to not only offer a more local approach to supply, they have also been able to compete with pricing as required given organization's excellent buying power. This store is located in a northern Alberta town and serves a population of approximately 5,500 people. There is only one, smaller competitor in a 75 KM radius. This would be a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to settle in a smaller town with a secure business.

Average sales of $75,000/week last fiscal year. Fully managed, this store is easily maintained, as key staff members are already in place. (Absentee owners). Major, money-saving upgrades to coolers, freezers, and lighting in 2021. Gross Profit 28% FY2022.

Very likely to generate an even higher profit for a savvy owner/operator. Note: The stated “Owner Benefit” includes an owner taking the role of GM and assuming his salary. Essential service. Full range of products sold. Profitable for over 50 years. Main Street presence. Located in a busy strip mall at a major intersection in town. Ample parking. Ideal for investor or owner-operator.

The asking price does not include the mall but it is available to an interested buyer. Potential buyers will be asked to fill out a buyer's profile and sign a Non-disclosure agreement. After which more detailed information will be provided.

Food Business Retail / Food Retail Grocery

Long standing, provincially funded, residential care housing in the province of Nova Scotia.

Healthcare/Medical / Assisted Living Facilities