Success Stories

Al Balisky, president and CEO of Meadow Lake Tribal Industrial Investments, inspects stacks of finished lumber products.

Meadow Lake Tribal Council: Exporting brings home new opportunities

Steady support keeps this Indigenous-owned sawmill buzzing in a volatile market.

Nova Craft Canoe: The path of the paddle

From a backyard start-up to a Canadian export success story, Nova Craft Canoe shares Canadian values and culture with the world.

For more than 50 years, IMAX has given us the gift of revolutionary filmmaking.

The Great Human Adventure

IMAX celebrates half a century of big-screen films, shattering the boundaries of cinematic storytelling

Sea Star Seafoods: The Atlantic’s Flagship

A family tradition since 1894, and a growing business since its launch in 1983. The art of selling salt fish.

Cavalia: From dark horse to crowd favourite

The story of Montreal touring show Cavalia is a story about inspiration, opportunity and how taking risk by the reins can put you in the spotlight.

British Columbia wind and water sports company Ocean Rodeo

Ocean Rodeo: From Childhood Dreams to Commercial Success

The story of British Columbia wind and water sports company Ocean Rodeo is a story about passion, collaboration, risk and opportunity.

Canadian seismic equipment and data company Nanometrics

Nanometrics: Finding opportunity in uncertain places

From exploring the world’s most volatile places to expanding to frontier markets, Canadian seismic equipment and data company Nanometrics made its name taking risks and reaping the rewards.

Nova Scotia safety education and simulator manufacturing company Survival Systems Limited

Survival Systems: In the Business of Saving Lives

The story of Nova Scotia safety education, R&D, and simulator manufacturing company Survival Systems Limited is a story about managing risks, defying the odds, and being prepared for any situation.