Membership Directory
Representing All Industries and Service Sectorsof Waterloo Region & Surrounding Areas
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AccountingKW Professional Corporation
Year Founded: 2014Industry Type: Accounting and Tax
CFFB Member Since: 2022
Family Generation: 1st
Our Story:
AccountingKW was formed in the summer 2014 where we wanted to embrace our local roots and provide support to individuals and organizations of all sizes irrespective of the business life cycle they are operating in.
What started as a simple idea to treat individuals and businesses fairly, has transformed the firm into the success it is today. AccountingKW serves clients in a wide array of industries and ensures individuals and businesses get the support they need, when they need it.
Throughout our history, we’ve retained and passed down our positive spirit from our founding days to our clientele, priding ourselves on our personable approach, loyalty, and customer focus. For the individuals and businesses who come to us to for support whether in the past, present, or future, we are proud to call you our friends.
Contact Information:
85 Edwin St.,Kitchener, ON N2H 4N7
519-279-4091
All-Brite Glass & Tint
Year Founded: 1992Industry Type: Automotive
CFFB Member Since: 2016
Family Generation: 1st
Our Story: Our humble beginnings started February 27, 1992. Terry Aivaliotis, our founder of All-Brite Glass, worked as an auto glass technician with a very large glass company. He saw a vision of focusing on the real customer, the owner of the vehicle, not the insurance company and also envisioned better convenience for the customer with a business model providing mobile service at their door.
At the young age of 19 years old, Terry enrolled in a business course, graduated with honors and developed a business plan and was awarded with a $7500.00 youth venture loan. One year later All-Brite Glass was born with a truck, a cell phone and a tool box. The rest is history!
What We Do Today: All-Brite Glass & Tint is a premier provider of Auto, Commercial & Residential Glass & Tint. All-Brite’s retail location at 31 Manitou Drive in Kitchener, provides in-shop insurance & consumer retail auto glass, rust proofing and auto tinting services.
Our 24hr on-site auto, commercial & residential glass & tint services cover from Milton to Woodstock. All-Brite services the transport truck, heavy equipment, mining , car/truck fleet, RV, car dealership, garage, body shop, commercial, residential, government property, school board, chain store, and home owner industries.
Our 24hr emergency mobile service installs insulated glass units, fabricated custom glass, and solar controlled/security film. We Manufacture insulated glass units with faster turnaround times then all of our competitors.
Our Community: Our company has been supported by the people of our community therefore we believe that it is our responsibility to give back. We are a regular contributor to our community, serving both past and current with Family & Children’s Service of Waterloo Region (All-Brite Chip in for Kids) and Extend-A-Family of Waterloo Region.(Free Chip Repair campaigns)
Our Family Culture: All-Brite Glass is a local family owned & operated business. Terry & Lydia, son Jordan Aivaliotis, & daughter Natasha Aivaliotis, along with their extended family of employees, enjoy hanging out with each other and we regularly devote time away from work together.
Contact Information:
31 Manitou Dr Unit #6, Kitchener, ON Canada N2C 1K9
(877) 776-6996 ext.101
Altruck International Truck Centres
Year Founded: 1992Number of Employees: 250+
Industry Type: Transportation
CFFB Member Since: 2020
Family Generation: 3rd
Our Story:
Altruck International Truck Centres – it’s a family thing.
Altruck International Truck Centres was built on the idea that there had to be a better way to serve our customers. Jack Kirby dreamed of being a special service provider for his customers and assisting them, one customer at a time.
After working with International® Harvester for 21 years Jack purchased the dealership in Kitchener in 1977 and became part of the growing International® Dealer group. Since then, we have been trying to make the buying process as easy and simple as possible. Today, we are focused on serving you the same way – one business partner (customer) at a time.
Our business is built on a strong foundation: INTEGRITY.
Integrity in the way we treat you and each other. And integrity in the way we buy and sell trucks, parts and services.
Whether we are buying your equipment or selling one of our trucks, we do not pressure you.
You are more than a “customer” to us– You are a PARTNER and we are committed to your success! Why? Because we know that your success is what makes us successful.
We offer great products at reasonable prices. At Altruck International Truck Centres, we are always looking for new ways to help you improve your ROI and uptime and to enhance your competitive advantage.
Contact Information:
48 Ardelt Ave, Kitchener, ON N2C 2C9
AMKAD Metal Components Inc.
Year Founded: 1996Number of Employees: 30
Industry Type: Manufacturing
CFFB Member Since: 2004
Family Generation: 1st
Our Story: AMKAD Metal Components Inc. is a world class manufacturer of parts using powder metallurgy technology. AMKAD is a Canadian, family owned business, and we are dedicated to maintaining a high level of quality and reliability in servicing our customers.
Benefits of Powder Metallurgy (P/M): The P/M process is a very effective method to produce metal parts and components; offering these many advantages:
- Greater Versatility
- Flexibility in the parts shape and design.
- Ability to produce combinations of metals not possible by other methods.
- Pores can be infiltrated with other metals for special properties and 100% density.
- Controlled porosity makes possible such products as self-lubricating bearings and surfaces.
- Ability to fabricate special configurations impossible or difficult to machine by conventional methods.
High Quality & Precision
- P/M process makes it possible to manufacture parts of exceptional strength and durability.
- Good dimensional control with tolerances held within 0.001″.
- Consistent dimensions are accurate/repeatable from part to part,order to order, year to year.
- Produces exceptional surface finishes.
Greater Economic Value
- P/M is a net shape process with minimal waste of raw materials.
- Raw materials are readily available and inexpensive.
- P/M parts are produced at/very close to final dimensions; eliminating/minimizing machining.
- Greater actual production rates than most manufacturing methods.
- Short preparation time from design to finished part.
Contact Information:
537108 Oxford County Rd #34, PO Box 149, Tavistock, ON N0B 2R0
Astron Metals
Year Founded: 1966Number of Employees: 1941
Industry Type: Manufacturing
Our Story:
From fabrication to welding to polishing, the expert abilities of our employees translate into product excellence every step of the way. With a base of operation in Waterloo, we custom fabricate for industries that deliver our products across North America and around the world.
Astron’s scope includes success in custom made to order projects, small production runs and repeat blanket contracts for wide variety of industries
Contact Information:
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Bingemans
Year Founded: 1938Number of Employees: 250
Industry Type: Hospitality
CFFB Member Since: 1997
Contact Information:
425 Bingemans Centre Drive, Kitchener, ON N2B 3X7
Bobcat of Tri Cities Ltd.
Year Founded: 2008Number of Employees: 13
Industry Type: Construction Equipment Sales
CFFB Member Since: 2017
Family Generation: 1st
Our Story: Bobcat of Tri Cities Ltd is your authorized Bobcat dealer serving Waterloo and Wellington Counties in Southwestern Ontario. We offer a full service Sales Department, a highly skilled Service Department, a large variety of Bobcat Parts, and a ready-to-go Rental Department to serve all of your needs. Bobcat of Tri Cities Ltd is a leading Compact Equipment Dealer engaged in the sale and service support of the world class leading Bobcat Compact Equipment Line.
Bobcat Equipment is the world’s finest in Compact Construction Equipment and we stand behind the products we service and sell. Some of our offerings include, Bobcat skid-steer loaders, compact track loaders, compact excavators and utility vehicles, as well as a wide assortment of work-saving attachments.
Serving you since 2008, Bobcat of Tri Cities Ltd operates in the Construction, Landscape, Property Maintenance, Snow Removal, Municipal, and Rental Markets. Quick reacting and dedicated staff along with local ownership equates to a very positive customer experience.
Providing Construction Equipment solutions for our customers, and going beyond our client’s expectations is our primary focus here at Bobcat of Tri Cities.
Contact Information:
483 Bridge St. East Kitchener, ON N2K 3C5
BusPlanner
Year Founded: 1983Number of Employees: 23
Industry Type: Software Development
CFFB Member Since: 2006
Family Generation: 2nd
Our Story: BusPlanner is a leading provider of student transportation software and solutions for the K-12 market in North America. Our diverse range of products is designed to meet the advancing technology requirements for k12 transportation planning and operations. We offer solutions for the full range of transportation needs including route planning with GPS integration, field trip management, fleet management, and mobile apps for both transportation and parents.
The BusPlanner difference goes beyond the quality of our products. Our reputation is built on our relentless after-sale support, and our unwavering commitment and loyalty to our customers.
Contact Information:
245 Bathurst Drive, Waterloo, ON N2V 2E4
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Caudle's Catch Seafood
Year Founded: 1986Number of Employees: 20
Industry Type: Distribution
CFFB Member Since: 2010
Contact Information:
60 Otonabee Drive, Kitchener, ON
Country Lane Builders
Year Founded: 1981Number of Employees: 25
Industry Type: Renovations
CFFB Member Since: 2009
Contact Information:
3575 Broadway Street, Hawkesville, ON N0B 1X0
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DriverCheck Inc.
Year Founded: 1996Number of Employees: 600
Industry Type: Medical Testing and Assessments
CFFB Member Since: 2010
Family Generation: 2nd
Our Story: Building a Healthier and Safer World
As Canada’s Fitness for Duty experts, DriverCheck’s top priority is the safety of your staff and workplace. Our company-wide goal is to build a safer and healthier world. Founded in 1996, DriverCheck is the leading provider of workplace medical testing and assessments in the country serving over 6,400 employers in a variety of industries including transportation, oil & gas, aviation, rail, mining, construction, healthcare, manufacturing and forestry. DriverCheck conducts hundreds of thousands of medical tests annually, offering alcohol and drug testing, COVID-19 testing, occupational health services, medical cannabis review services, medical staffing and injury management programs. We are constantly striving to be viewed as the educational leader in the fitness for duty sector.
Contact Information:
1 Manley Street Box 1186, Ayr, ON N0B 1E0
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Erb & Good Family Funeral Home
Year Founded: 1946Number of Employees: 15
Industry Type: Funeral Services
CFFB Member Since: 1998
Family Generation: 2nd
Our Story: Established in 1946 as the Edward R. Good Funeral Home, the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home was succeeded by Rob Wintonyk and Mark Erb in 2009 who purchased the business from Jim Erb (founding member of CFFB) and David Erb. Mark Erb retired in 2019. With the contributions to the business of both the Erb & Good families over the years, Managing funeral director and owner, Rob Wintonyk and the wonderful team of employees at Erb & Good, realize the importance in succeeding the business with the same name many families in our community have come to know and trust “putting the families we serve first, in everything we do.”
“We are proud to be Kitchener-Waterloo’s longest serving independently and family-owned funeral home (since 1946) in a profession where many of the funeral homes are owned by large corporations. We trust that people value we have remained independently owned and we have a strong commitment to bettering the community in which we work and live. Our caring staff, independent ownership, personal guidance, facilities and reasonable prices have become the hallmark of our service.”
Owner and managing funeral director,
Rob WintonykContact Information:
171 King Street South, Waterloo, ON N2J 1P7
Expressway Motors Ltd.
Year Founded: 1983Number of Employees: 50
Industry Type: Retail Sales & Service
CFFB Member Since: 1999
Family Generation: 1st
Contact Information:
1554 Hayville Road, New Hamburg, ON N3A 1A3
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Flanagan Foodservice Inc.
Year Founded: 1977Number of Employees: 675
Industry Type: Distribution
CFFB Member Since: 2003
Family Generation: 2nd
Our Story: Flanagan Foodservice is one of the largest privately owned foodservice distributors in Canada. Along with our affiliated companies (s.t.o.p. Restaurant Supply and Roseland Produce Wholesale), we offer a comprehensive listing of over 16,000 food and related products to Restaurants, Bakeries, Nursing Homes, Schools, Caterers and other foodservice establishments.
Flanagan Foodservice was founded in 1977 by Joseph Flanagan. Flanagan Foodservice and its affiliates continue to operate as a 2nd generation family business owned by various members of the Flanagan family. Flanagan Foodservice serves the Ontario market from branches in Kitchener, Whitby and Sudbury.
s.t.o.p. Restaurant Supply serves the Canadian market from branches in Burlington, Kitchener and Sudbury. Roseland Produce Wholesale serves the Greater Golden Horsehoe market from its branch in Burlington.
Contact Information:
145 Otonabee Dr., Kitchener, ON N2C 1L7
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Gibson Sound and Vision
Year Founded: 1955Number of Employees: 15
Industry Type: Retail Sales & Service
CFFB Member Since: 2007
Family Generation: 2nd
Contact Information:
25 Columbia Street East, Waterloo, ON N2J 3J6
Great Canadian Holidays & Coaches
Year Founded: 1984Number of Employees: 150
Industry Type: Travel & Tourism
CFFB Member Since: 2012
Family Generation: 2nd
Contact Information:
353 Manitou Drive, Kitchener, ON N2C 1L5
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Heffner Motors Limited
Year Founded: 1960Number of Employees: 225
Industry Type: Retail Sales & Service
CFFB Member Since: 2017
Family Generation: 3rd
Our Story:
The Heffner automotive story began in 1960 when Mr. John Heffner Sr. opened shop on a small repair garage on Breithaupt Street in Kitchener. By 1962, the business moved to King Street East, across from RockwayGardens, where it was located for 25 years.
In 1987 John Heffner and his sons, Willy Heffner and John Heffner Jr., moved to their current, location. Heffner Toyota changed its name in 1990 to Heffner Lexus Toyota, welcoming the addition of Toyota’s new line of luxury automobiles, the Lexus.
The Heffners have taken steps to provide outstanding customer care, are committed to giving back to the community, and offer rewards and recognition to their employees that aren’t often seen in other dealerships.
Heffner Lexus/Heffner Toyota has grown substantially since 2004, in large part due to the needs of our immediate community – Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge and Guelph – our guests and staff. In October 2004 we opened a 12,500 square foot used vehicle showroom, in September 2005 we moved into our 65,000 square foot Toyota dealership and in July of 2006 we moved the Lexus dealership to their 24,000 square foot building.
We have grown from 42,000 sq ft to approximately 132,000 sq ft. and are now working out of five different buildings spread over 16 acres of land. The new Collision Centre opened its doors on November 5, 2011 to serve your needs.
Contact Information:
3121 King Street East, Kitchener, ON N2A 1B1
jheffner@heffner.ca
Henry Walser Funeral Home
Year Founded: 2001Number of Employees: 40
Industry Type: Funeral Services
CFFB Member Since: 2010
Family Generation: 1st
Contact Information:
507 Frederick Street, Kitchener, ON N2B 2A5
Henson Shaving
Year Founded: 2020Number of Employees: 9
Industry Type: Manufacturing
CFFB Member Since: 2022
Family Generation: 1st
Our Story:
Henson has been making parts for large aerospace projects for 20 years. When you’re making parts that end up in space, you’re making them with longevity in mind. Henson has made critical components for the OneWeb constellation and parts for the Exo Mars rover. Needless to say those parts can’t come back to the shop for repairs, they have to work and they have to work for decades. Manufacturing parts designed to last a lifetime is part of their DNA.
Through a few happenstances, Henson turned their attention to razors. The end result is the AL13 razor. Made of Aluminum (which, yes, is the 13th element on the periodic table), Henson machined this razor to very tight tolerances in an effort to control both the blade extension and exposure. By minimizing these geometries, Henson believes the additional blade support greatly reduces flex and chatter and thereby irritation.
Henson Shaving aluminum razors are fully designed, manufactured, assembled and packaged in Canada and come with lifetime warranties.
Contact Information:
34 Niagara Street,
Kitchener, ON N2B 1T2
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Josslin Insurance
Industry Type: Insurance
CFFB Member Since: 1997
Our Story:
Our Purpose
To Make a REAL Difference.
Our Vision
To be known for providing a REAL, people-focused experience.
Our Values
Integrity: We will do the right thing, inspiring confidence by delivering on our commitments.
Respect: We will maintain an environment that fosters teamwork, personal development, honesty and fairness for our clients, our community and each other.
Innovation: We invest in our people and in solutions to make a positive difference in people’s lives.
Simplicity: We will make your experience with us simple and easy.
Community: We believe we have a responsibility to support the communities where we live or do business.
Commitment: To make a REAL difference, we follow through on what we say we will do.
The Value of a Real Insurance Broker
Real Independent Advice
Despite pressure from insurance companies and much of the industry norm, we continue to remain an independent broker. We assess the needs of each client and place their business with a company because it’s the best company for you, our client, not because we’ve have a volume agreement with that company.
Real Claims Assistance
When you call any of our office numbers, day or night, you’ll speak to a live representative of Josslin Insurance. In the event of an emergency, you’ll be in touch with a member of our leadership team to give you the assistance you need as soon as possible.
Real Annual Reviews
Every year, we look at your insurance and make sure that you’re getting the coverage you need, with the discounts you qualify for, at the best price for your needs. There are a number of different options so, if you aren’t with the best company, we’ll let you know and make it as easy as possible for you to switch to better coverage.
We’re Really in Your Community
We have offices in all the areas we serve and they’re staffed by people from your community. We also believe we have a responsibility to support the communities where we all live and work, so we make sure to support local causes and support and celebrate our employees who give back to their communities.
Contact Information:
118 Peel Street, New Hamburg, ON N3A 1E3
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Knapp Fasteners Inc.
Year Founded: 1987Number of Employees: 22
Industry Type: Distribution
CFFB Member Since: 2011
Family Generation: 1st
Our Story:
Knapp Fasteners Inc. is a family owned business that has been providing solutions since 1987. We are a fastener distributor with over 60,000 items in stock and can source hard to find items. We provide vendor managed inventory services, kitting, and delivery to KW region.
Serving all industries from manufacturing, electronics, agriculture to aerospace markets. Whether you’re a small machine shop or an international manufacturer, you can rely on Knapp to provide what you need.
Contact Information:
520 Boxwood Drive, Cambridge, ON N3E 0A6
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Lewis Straus Construction Ltd.
Year Founded: 1985Number of Employees: 25
Industry Type: Contracting
CFFB Member Since: 2009
Our Story:
Lewis Straus Construction Ltd. was established in 1985. We began in Kitchener, Ontario as an excavation contractor, specializing in swimming pool excavations, commercial excavating, and snow removal, and have expanded our services over the last 35 years into concrete forming and finishing, architectural walls, and more services to meet our customers’ needs.
As the region grew in population, space between new homes became tighter, and access to the back yards became more difficult. As an innovative company, we developed the use of conveyor technology to move the dirt from the pool excavation to the road. This idea evolved from the necessity of tight work areas, to a cleaner, safer way of moving large amounts of fill.
Our pool clientele and the homeowners started requesting the conveyors to minimize damage to their and neighbouring properties and allowed our business to expand across Ontario. Our concrete division has also grown from small commercial and residential projects in Waterloo Region to a variety of commercial civil projects, both small and large, across all of Ontario.
Contact Information:
28 Crestview Pl, Kitchener N2B 0A2
Little Mushroom Catering
Year Founded: 2010Number of Employees: 20
Industry Type: Catering
CFFB Member Since: 2018
Family Generation: 1st
Our Story:
Little Mushroom Catering is the leader in innovative and sustainable full service event catering in Waterloo Region. We use locally farmed ingredients wherever possible to create delicious from-scratch hors d’oeuvres, meals, and desserts for special events across SouthWestern Ontario. We are FeastOn Certified, 911 Wedding Certified, and are certified Living Wage Employers with numerous awards for Sustainability, Hospitality, Community Involvement, Entrepreneurship and, of course, our delicious food! #MadeWithMushLove
Contact Information:
131 Sheldon Dr Unit 16, Cambridge, ON N1R 6S2
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Melloul-Blamey Construction Inc.
Year Founded: 1982Number of Employees: 200
Industry Type: Contracting
CFFB Member Since: 2001
Family Generation: 2nd
Our Story:
Melloul-Blamey Construction, one of the region’s largest and most diversified construction firms, has been in business for over 30 years. “Melloul-Blamey was founded on the principles of honesty, integrity, and pride of workmanship, and these principles form the cornerstone of every successful project we complete to this day,” says co-founder Bernie Melloul.
As a full service general contracting firm, Melloul-Blamey Construction strives to offer clients dependable, superior quality workmanship, on time and on budget. The company has become innovators in their field by building a skilled and dedicated staff, embracing technology, maintaining an impeccable safety record, concentrating on quality, and ensuring total client satisfaction.
The company now successfully completes annual construction volumes of over $200 million with a salaried staff approaching 200. Many of their projects have become trademarks of Waterloo Region, serving as warm beacons of welcome for visitors and residents alike, including the ATS Corporate Campus; numerous buildings at University of Waterloo, Wilfrid Laurier University, and Conestoga College; and the Kidsability Centre for Child Development. Other featured area projects include the Home Hardware complex in St. Jacobs; Brick Brewing Company; Bingemans; Coldwell Banker Peter Benninger Realty; Huron Heights Secondary School; B-K Motors; and various Research in Motion facilities. The social services sector has also seen beautiful new facilities for Anslema House, Family and Children’s Services along with Langs Farm in Cambridge. This incredible success story first took root in 1982, when Bernie Melloul and David Blamey, classmates from Conestoga College, started living their dream with a humble office on Borden Avenue in Kitchener.
In the beginning, projects were primarily acquired through fixed price bidding of public and private work. Fast forward 29 years to the present, and Melloul-Blamey has expanded to construct over 500 institutional, recreational, commercial and industrial projects across the entire province, becoming a Billion Dollar Builder in completed projects. Diversification played an integral role in this success, with David Blamey and a team of Canadians setting up an American branch in Greenville, South Carolina in 2000.
As the company looks to the future, a succession plan has been implemented under the stewardship of Jeff Shantz, Vice President, Project Development; Joel Melloul, Vice-President, Estimating; Steve Hanley, Vice-President Construction Management; Jeff Heimpel, Vice-President, Business Development, thereby ensuring the future legacy of the company for another generation. Bernie Melloul has stated more than once “Our goals would never have been realized if it were not for the creative, innovative people in this company who dared to share the dream and channel a distinct vision along with us. Melloul-Blamey is very proud to be a conduit that strengthens the business and service sector of our community, and extremely grateful for the trust that has been placed in us.”
Contact Information:
700 Rupert Street, Waterloo, ON N2V 2B5
Metalumen Manufacturing, Inc.
Year Founded: 1977Number of Employees: 50Industry Type: Manufacturing Family Generation: 2ndOur Story: Family owned and operated since 1977, Metalumen designs, engineers and manufactures indoor and outdoor lighting solutions for commercial, educational, healthcare and transportation sectors in Canada and the US. Metalumen understands the art and science of crafting high quality luminaires that reflect classic design and innovative trends to meet the needs of the end user and the evolving lighting landscape. Metalumen is also committed to their environmental efforts by integrating sustainable practices and processes that help to minimize waste and lower its carbon footprint.
Contact Information:
570 Southgate Drive, Guelph, Ontario, N1G 4P6
519-822-4381
Miller & Miller Auctions Ltd.
Year Founded: 1977Number of Employees: 5
Industry Type: Auction
CFFB Member Since: 2020
Family Generation: 2nd
Contact Information:
59 Webster St, New Hamburg, ON N3A 1W8
McHugh Painting
Year Founded: 2018
Number of Employees: 10
Industry Type: Renovation
CFFB Member Since: 2024
Our Story:
“Matt McHugh’s passion for painting goes far beyond the initialization of McHugh Painting. He started off at the age of 17 helping his father and grandfather as carpenters and painters.
In the 1990’s, he began taking on work for family and friends . Today, McHugh Painting stands for industry-leading quality and excellence in customer service. The quality of the work that we do and the customer experience that we ultimately deliver is something that we hold to the highest priority.
Contact Information:
401 Weber Street North, Waterloo, ON
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Newman Human Resources Consulting Inc.
Year Founded: 2015
Number of Employees: 4
Industry Type: Human Resources Consulting
CFFB Member Since: 2022
Family Generation: 1st
Our Story:
Frank Newman started his career in Human Resources in 1975. After an extensive career in HR working with some of Canada’s leading employers, including Texaco Canada Limited, GlaxoSmithKline and Manulife, Frank started his own HR consulting organization.
His goal was to share the knowledge and best practices from these leading employers with small to medium sized organizations as a fractional HR service.
As a Certified HR Leader, Frank is an HR mentor for the Kitchener Waterloo Chamber of Commerce, an HR subject matter expert with Launchpad at Wilfred Laurier University, and a volunteer mentor for the Waterloo Region Small Business Centre. An accomplished speaker and HR Leader, Frank has presented to many community and industry groups including numerous Chambers of Commerce and Rotary Clubs. He has also appeared on CTV Kitchener News and has been a frequent commentator on Human Resources issues on 570 Radio Kitchener.
Based out of Breslau and Mount Forest Ontario, Newman HR provides a complete range of HR services to businesses ranging from 4 to 200 employees. We help with recruiting, performance management, coaching, terminations, compensation and benefits, health & safety and employee investigations.
Our goal is to work with business owners as a confidential resource to resolve your most difficult people issues, establish best practices and then inspire your business to higher levels of performance.
We cherish the diversity of our clients and service a wide range of businesses including manufacturing, logistics, professional practices (legal, medical, counselling, engineering, accounting, arborist, veterinary), airlines, auto repair shops, IT services, as well as individuals with career search and coaching. We also work with charities and not-for-profit organizations and associations.
As a family business ourselves, our motivation is to help you create a business environment where your employees love to come into work every day. It’s that simple.
Frank Newman is the Founder and CEO, his son Matt Newman specializes in recruitment and his wife Linda is the Office Manager.
Contact Information:
47 Trowbridge Street
Breslau, ON, N0B 1M0
519-362-8352O
ODC Tooling & Molds (Ontario Die Company)
Year Founded: 1923Number of Employees: 100
Industry Type: Manufacturing
CFFB Member Since: 2018
Family Generation: 4th
Our Story:
ODC Tooling & Molds (Ontario Die Company) was founded in Waterloo, Canada in 1923 by Sam Levene. The company was dedicated to the manufacture of the finest cutting dies available. During this formative period, the needs of the growing North American rubber, footwear and leather goods industries were ably met. The period of the 1950’s and 60’s saw the company continue to grow and firmly entrench values of superior quality and committed service that remain in place today. ODC distinguished itself as an industry leader adapting processes and materials that led the cutting die industry.
In the early 1970’s the companies interests expanded to include engineered forms of tooling including 3-dimensional automotive trim tools, dies and molds for the contact heat pressure formed packaging industry and matched metal trim tools. Martin Levene guided this phase of the companies evolution aided by a true industry visionary Bill Lessard. Under Martin’s and Bill’s leadership, the 1980’s and 90’s provided ODC many opportunities to grow and further reinforce the strength of the market interest in ODC’s innovative and customer focused approach.
Today, ODC is ably led by a fourth generation Levene family member. Ronald Levene is known for his creativity and interest in new manufacturing technology. Ronald has insisted his team honour historical company values of quality products and collaborative/consultative customer interaction, ODC remains a leader in today’s demanding global tooling industry. The Waterloo, Canada Headquarters is supported by our very capable US thermoforming mold facility located in Batavia, Illinois.
Contact Information:
119 Roger St. Waterloo, ON N2J 3Z6
Oxford Learning Centres - Kitchener
Year Founded: 2001Number of Employees: 25
Industry Type: Education
CFFB Member Since: 2022
Family Generation: 1st
Our Story:
Oxford Learning Waterloo was founded as a family business in 1986 out of London Ontario.
Contact Information:
1373 Victoria Street North, Unit 9
Kitchener, ON N2A 3K8Oxford Learning Centres - Waterloo
Year Founded: 1997Number of Employees: 12-18
Industry Type: Education
CFFB Member Since: 2022
Family Generation: 1st
Our Story:
Oxford Learning Waterloo was founded as a family business in 1986 out of London Ontario. I’m proud to own a thriving Waterloo location. We are in the business of helping students reach their potential. Through our Beyond Tutoring Program, our Little Readers, SAT prep or Dayschool Pod program, our goal is to help students achieve their academic goals. All of our student programs are individualized after completing our Cognitive and Academic Assessment. This tells us not only where a student is academically, but HOW they learn and process information. If your child is behind, needs some Study Skills or some enrichment, give us a call.
Contact Information:
10 Fischer-Hallman Rd N,
Kitchener, ON N2J 3Z6P
Packetworks
Year Founded: 1996Number of Employees: 12
Industry Type: Broadband Networking
CFFB Member Since: 2019
Family Generation: 1st
Our Story:
Packetworks began designing, building, and managing broadband networks in 1996. Since then, the number and types of services that can be transmitted over the Internet have grown rapidly. We’ve been part of the progress – using the latest fibre optic and wireless technology in conjunction with existing carrier-grade infrastructure to provide fast, reliable and cost-effective managed networking solutions to customers throughout Ontario.
We always strive to provide you with:
- Fast, personal, and dependable customer service
- Custom network solutions that innovatively account for cost and geographic constraints, but never compromise on quality
- Optimal connectivity that provides ultra-high speeds, and reliable and secure services
With our network expertise and infrastructure resources, you will have more choices, your information will download faster, your phone calls will be clear and uninterrupted – and, quite simply, your opportunities will grow. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you!
Contact Information:
515 Dotzert Ct Unit 7, Waterloo, ON N2L 6A7
519-579-4507
Pioneer Craftsmen Ltd.
Year Founded: 1953Number of Employees: 24
Industry Type: Renovations
CFFB Member Since: 2007
Family Generation: 2nd – 3rd
Our Story:
For more than 60 years and three generations, Pioneer Craftsmen Ltd. has been helping residents in Waterloo Region and Wellington County fall in love with their homes all over again! We have built our renovation business to reflect the values that our name represents… the spirit, pride, trust and quality workmanship of the area’s early settlers.
Our comprehensive “Design Build” contracting services include all aspects of home improvement, starting with expert design plans for your kitchen renovation, bathroom remodel, new addition, basement home theatre or custom project. We work closely with you through the entire design, build and renovation process to ensure your home reflects your lifestyle and is Inspired by the Life You Lead!
Visit the Design Ideas Gallery on our website to view amazing projects completed in Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph and surrounding areas.
Let’s get Inspired together – call or email us today!
Contact Information:
1510 Victoria Street North, Kitchener, ON N2B 3E2
519-743-4461
PM Contracting Ltd.
Year Founded: 1984Industry Type: Contracting
CFFB Member Since: 2015
Our Story:
PM Contracting Ltd. provides exceptional General Contracting and Project Management services to both the Public and Private sectors.
The company was established in 1984 on the principles of honesty and trust, together with a passion for quality workmanship and client satisfaction. Our team approach is what sets us apart.
PM Contracting Ltd., has grown in size and experience each year to become the area leader in Construction we are today.
Let our fully qualified and motivated construction team lead your project to a financial and timely success.
Contact Information:
1358 Victoria Street, Kitchener, ON N2B 3E2
519-576-8327
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Riverside Brass & Aluminum Foundry Ltd.
Number of Employees: 100+Industry Type: Manufacturing
CFFB Member Since: 1997
Our Story:
Riverside Brass & Aluminum Foundry Limited Specializes in High Volume and Tight Tolerance Non-Ferrous Industrial & Centrifugal Castings, Plaques & Cemetery Memorial Products
Riverside Brass is a respected leader and innovator among Ontario’s non-ferrous foundries, providing advanced capabilities in brass, bronze, aluminum, and zinc castings. We can advise you on product design, casting optimization, choice of alloys, and the cost saving advantages of our manufacturing process.
Contact Information:
5 Hamilton Road, New Hamburg, Ontario, Canada, N3A 2H1
519-662-2500
RCKSTR INC.
Industry Type: Personal Care Product Development and Manufacturing
CFFB Member Since: 2018
Our Story:
We set out to create product with great ingredients with outstanding performance with an eye on incorporating safe ingredients and environmental sustainability.
Contact Information:
350-1 The Boardwalk
Waterloo, ON N2T 0A6
519-746-1212
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Schiedel Construction Inc.
Year Founded: 1951Number of Employees: 35
Industry Type: Contracting
CFFB Member Since: 2000
Family Generation: 2nd
Our Story:
Starting as a one-man operation, founder George Schiedel began Schiedel Construction Limited in 1951. Substantial growth over the years resulted in re-organization, and in 1981, the company became Schiedel Construction Incorporated.
Schiedel is a Design-Build General Contractor providing completely integrated building services for the industrial, commercial, and institutional markets in the South Western Ontario region. Schiedel erects pre-engineered metal buildings, employs conventional construction methods, or utilizes a combination of the two, depending upon the client’s criteria. Whether a project is performed on a design-build basis or on a project management basis, Schiedel Construction prides itself on being a single source responsibility delivering quality workmanship at good value.
Contact Information:
405 Queen Street West, Cambridge, ON N3C 1G6
Signs Galore Inc.
Year Founded: 1983Industry Type: Retail Sales & Service
CFFB Member Since: 2014
Family Generation: 1st
Our Story:
In 1983, Garry & Laurie founded Signs Galore Inc. Fun fact….the name is comprised of GA (Garry) LORE (Laurie).
They currently have 3 sons working in the business, their fourth son started his own Graphic Design business in 2020! All of their work is custom designed and fabricated at their new location in Kitchener (2017). They boast an incredible sales/service team, able to take care of all your sign needs….interior, exterior, vehicles and more. In the field, a 60′ bucket truck/crane for any installs or sign service.
Signs Galore specializes in Channel lettering, Pylon signs, Monument signs, Awnings, Decorative reception signs, Wayfinding, Vehicle lettering, Vehicle wraps, Coroplast signs, Large murals and much more.
Give them a call today for any of your signage needs.
Contact Information:
25 Beasley Dr, Kitchener, ON N2E 1W7
Staebler Insurance
Year Founded: 1873Number of Employees: 57
Industry Type: Insurance Broker
CFFB Member Since: 2006
Family Generation: 3rd
Our Story:
Staebler Insurance is a trusted local insurance brokerage for over 145 years. Their experience, expertise, and client-centric approach make them the preferred brokers in Waterloo Region. From home and auto to small business and commercial properties, and just about everything in between, it’s Staebler brokers who make sure your buying expectations are exceeded. By working with clients on an individual basis, their brokers shop the highly competitive market and provide the best coverages at the best possible prices. Staebler also provides group rate home and auto insurance for several select employers in southern and midwestern Ontario. Visit Staebler.com to learn more.
Contact Information:
Staebler Place
871 Victoria Street North, Kitchener, ON N2B 3S4Systems Plus
Year Founded: 1984Number of Employees: 30
Industry Type: Manufacturing
CFFB Member Since: 2000
Family Generation: 1st
Contact Information:
1457 Gingerich Road, Baden, ON N3A 3J7
Studio Locale
Year Founded: 2003
Number of Employees: 7
Industry Type: Marketing and Design
CFFB Member Since: 2024
Our Story:
For more than 20 years Philip and Robin Mondor have been applying their design and marketing expertise to a wide range of clients.
We have a team of multidisciplinary designers, developers, and marketers who create brands, websites, marketing campaigns and communications for our clients. We’ve intentionally kept our team under 10 employees (we are currently at 7) as we feel this gives us the bench strength our clients come to us for, and enables us to provide the level of focus the projects require to be successful. Most of our clients are at a point in their business where they are looking to get to the next level, and need to have a cohesive brand and marketing strategy to stand out among their competitors.
As a couple owning and running a business, there are many advantages as well as challenges, and we’re looking for the opportunity to connect with others in a similar environment.
Contact Information:
100 Ahrens Street West, Suite 205 Kitchener, ON N2H 4C3
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T. Weber Co. Ltd.
Year Founded: 1972Number of Employees: 10
Industry Type: Contracting
CFFB Member Since: 2001
Family Generation: 1st
Our Story:
T. Weber Co. Ltd has been servicing the Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge and surrounding area since 1972.
Our business involves a wide range of services including asphalt paving, asphalt repairs, oil undercoating and snow plowing.
Our expertise in asphalt work ranges from residential driveway paving and repairs to large scale commercial paving projects.
No jobs are too big or too small.
Contact Information:
802 Sawmill Road Bloomingdale, Ontario N0B 1K0
519-742-2051
The Raelipskie Partnership
Year Founded: 1989Number of Employees: 26
Industry Type: Financial Services
CFFB Member Since: 2012
Our Story:
As your Private Wealth Managers, we create and manage your tailor-made portfolio of stocks and bonds with the emphasis on achieving your investment objectives. We strongly believe in a customer-first approach; we listen and put our experience to work for you. We have been providing industry leading service for the Kitchener-Waterloo, Burlington, and South Western Ontario areas for over 30 years.
Contact Information:
The Marsland Centre
20 Erb Street West Ste. 201, Waterloo, ON N2L 1T2Trillium Metal Stampings
Year Founded: 1949Number of Employees: 75
Industry Type: Manufacturing
CFFB Member Since: 2003
Family Generation: 3rd
Contact Information:
50 Steckle Place, Kitchener, ON N2E 2C3
Towcon Holdings
Industry Type: Property Management
CFFB Member Since: 2015
Our Story:
As the owner of every building it leases to clients, Towcon Holdings’ paramount concern is ensuring each client is 100% satisfied with their leased space and works diligently to ensure each tenant receives prompt, personalized and professional service. We are a forward-thinking, tenant-focused organization.
When you lease a Towcon Holdings space, you have direct access to the people and services who care most about your satisfaction. This means you realize lower real estate occupancy costs because there is no “middleman” property management firm – we deal direct with our tenants, using our fully staffed, in-house maintenance and professional repair crews.
Contact Information:
135 Thompson Drive, Suite 3 Cambridge, On N1T 2E4
ThunderStorm Productions INC
Year Founded: 1993Number of Employees: 5
Industry Type: Entertainment / Food Manufacturiing
CFFB Member Since: 2024
Family Generation: 1st.
Our Story:
ThunderStorm Productions started out as a fun idea for a then 13 year old student to have as a part time job, it has grown over the years, still as a part time business throughout
the years, while adding more DJ’s to our entertainment lineup, new equipment, and adding new divisions like our fun food rentals.
Fast forward to 2023 and the company is now being run full time, and now has also added a popcorn factory to the mix,
so we are now a one stop shop for anything fun for events, from Popcorn machines, cotton candy machines, soft serve ice cream, slushies, outdoor movie nights, photobooths,
DJ Services, AV Support, Pinball machines, Arcade Machines and custom popcorn for any event, ThunderStorm Productions is your go to for any event! We have been a leader in the
Waterloo Region and love to build relationships with other vendors and companies!
Contact Information:
ThunderStorm Productions / ThunderStorm Snacks
282 Marsland Drive, Waterloo Ontario,
519-741-2005
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Uni-Spray Systems Inc.
Year Founded: 1987Number of Employees: 40
Industry Type: Manufacturing
CFFB Member Since: 2021
Family Generation: 1st
Our Story:
Uni-Spray Systems Inc (Cambridge, ON) is an ISO 9001 certified full-service, high-precision manufacturing company that provides its clients in over 60 countries worldwide with a single source for molded plastic parts and assemblies.
The Uni-Spray product range is highly diverse and includes four core product lines: our proprietary range of pre-treatment and spraying systems that is the foundation of the Uni-Spray name; our exclusive range of Amerispray branded spray nozzles; our ever-expanding line of packaging machinery wear parts; and our extensive custom injection molding, design and engineering services.
Founded in 1987 as a producer of quality plastic nozzles, Uni-Spray has evolved into the only complete product line and leading brand of spray nozzle systems for the pre-treatment and phosphating industry.
Drawing on this history of innovation, Uni-Spray has grown to serve many industries with specialized spraying equipment, high-quality wear parts, and custom molded products for major worldwide companies.
Backed by a state-of-the-art production facility, cutting-edge technologies, and a team of professionals dedicated to excellence in customer satisfaction, Uni-Spray Systems is committed to the manufacture of high-quality products for any application
Contact Information:
65 Heroux Devtek Drive Cambridge, ON N3E 0A7
519-885-4270
info@uni-spray.com
Unique Global Products & Distribution Inc.
Industry Type: Packaging
CFFB Member Since: 2019
Our Story:
Unique Global Products is a family owned and operated contract packaging company based in Cambridge, Ontario. We provide third party packaging solutions for manufacturers and distributors of consumer goods and retail medical device products. Visit our website for more details or call us today.
Contact Information:
5 Cherry Blossom Road, Unit 4 Cambridge, Ontario, N3H 4R7
519-543-8120
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Valko Financial
Year Founded: 2018
Number of Employees: 67
Industry Type: Mortgages/Financial Services
CFFB Member Since: 2022
Family Generation: First
Our Story:
After more than a decade of being a top-producing mortgage broker in Kitchener, Ontario, Tracy Valko founded Valko Financial Ltd. in 2018 to share her passion and principles for excellence in service with a team of like-minded, community-focused professionals.
With our heart-centered leadership, coupled with the passion for supporting and building community, Valko Financial Ltd. has grown to be one of the most recognized national brokerages in Canada. Our award-winning team of devoted underwriters, executives and support staff are constantly working behind the scenes to create an exceptional experience for our clients, providing them with financial solutions that are catered to their individual and long-term needs.
Contact Information:
Name: Tracy Valko
Address: 1187 Fischer-Hallman Road, Kitchener, ON
Email: info@valkofinancial.ca
Telephone: 519-745-9437
Website/Social media: https://www.facebook.com/Valkofinancial
Voisin Developments
Year Founded: 1945Number of Employees: 10
Industry Type: Commercial Development
CFFB Member Since: 2013
Family Generation: 2nd
Contact Information:
The Boardwalk
101 Ira Needles Boulevard, Waterloo, ON N2J 3Z4W
Waterloo Intuition & Technology
Our Story: Waterloo Intuition’s goal is to help business leaders solve problems tied to information systems and custom software applications.
Whether you are…
- wrestling with a particularly challenging information systems problem or custom software problem,
- implementing a growth or digital strategy within your well-established business,
- or launching a new venture to disrupt your industry,
…we can help you develop the solutions that will bring your ideas to life.
Contact Information:
226-476-1616
Weber's Fabricating Ltd.
Year Founded: 1974Number of Employees: 18
Industry Type: Manufaturing
CFFB Member Since: 2010
Family Generation: 2nd
Contact Information:
3044 Sawmill Road Box 610, St. Jacobs, ON N0B 2N0
Win-Leader Corp.
Year Founded: 1988Number of Employees: 15
Industry Type: Distribution
CFFB Member Since: 2009
Our Story:Win-Leader proudly delivers thousands of top-quality brand name products to our incentive/premium, retail and educational customers each and every day. We are unsurpassed when it comes to providing customers with top selection, quality service and good old-fashioned honest commitment.
Contact Information:
50 Shoemaker St., Kitchener N2E 3E3
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Accounting and Finance
AccountingKW Professional Corporation
Year Founded: 2014Industry Type: Accounting and Tax
CFFB Member Since: 2022
Family Generation: 1st
Our Story:
AccountingKW was formed in the summer 2014 where we wanted to embrace our local roots and provide support to individuals and organizations of all sizes irrespective of the business life cycle they are operating in.
What started as a simple idea to treat individuals and businesses fairly, has transformed the firm into the success it is today. AccountingKW serves clients in a wide array of industries and ensures individuals and businesses get the support they need, when they need it.
Throughout our history, we’ve retained and passed down our positive spirit from our founding days to our clientele, priding ourselves on our personable approach, loyalty, and customer focus. For the individuals and businesses who come to us to for support whether in the past, present, or future, we are proud to call you our friends.
Contact Information:
85 Edwin St.,Kitchener, ON N2H 4N7
519-279-4091
Auction
Miller & Miller Auctions Ltd.
Year Founded: 1977Number of Employees: 5
Industry Type: Auction
CFFB Member Since: 2020
Family Generation: 2nd
Contact Information:
59 Webster St, New Hamburg, ON N3A 1W8
Automotive
All-Brite Glass & Tint
Year Founded: 1992Industry Type: Automotive
CFFB Member Since: 2016
Family Generation: 1st
Our Story: Our humble beginnings started February 27, 1992. Terry Aivaliotis, our founder of All-Brite Glass, worked as an auto glass technician with a very large glass company. He saw a vision of focusing on the real customer, the owner of the vehicle, not the insurance company and also envisioned better convenience for the customer with a business model providing mobile service at their door.
At the young age of 19 years old, Terry enrolled in a business course, graduated with honors and developed a business plan and was awarded with a $7500.00 youth venture loan. One year later All-Brite Glass was born with a truck, a cell phone and a tool box. The rest is history!
What We Do Today: All-Brite Glass & Tint is a premier provider of Auto, Commercial & Residential Glass & Tint. All-Brite’s retail location at 31 Manitou Drive in Kitchener, provides in-shop insurance & consumer retail auto glass, rust proofing and auto tinting services.
Our 24hr on-site auto, commercial & residential glass & tint services cover from Milton to Woodstock. All-Brite services the transport truck, heavy equipment, mining , car/truck fleet, RV, car dealership, garage, body shop, commercial, residential, government property, school board, chain store, and home owner industries.
Our 24hr emergency mobile service installs insulated glass units, fabricated custom glass, and solar controlled/security film. We Manufacture insulated glass units with faster turnaround times then all of our competitors.
Our Community: Our company has been supported by the people of our community therefore we believe that it is our responsibility to give back. We are a regular contributor to our community, serving both past and current with Family & Children’s Service of Waterloo Region (All-Brite Chip in for Kids) and Extend-A-Family of Waterloo Region.(Free Chip Repair campaigns)
Our Family Culture: All-Brite Glass is a local family owned & operated business. Terry & Lydia, son Jordan Aivaliotis, & daughter Natasha Aivaliotis, along with their extended family of employees, enjoy hanging out with each other and we regularly devote time away from work together.
Contact Information:
31 Manitou Dr Unit #6, Kitchener, ON Canada N2C 1K9
(877) 776-6996 ext.101
Broadband Networking
Packetworks
Year Founded: 1996Number of Employees: 12
Industry Type: Broadband Networking
CFFB Member Since: 2019
Family Generation: 1st
Our Story:
Packetworks began designing, building, and managing broadband networks in 1996. Since then, the number and types of services that can be transmitted over the Internet have grown rapidly. We’ve been part of the progress – using the latest fibre optic and wireless technology in conjunction with existing carrier-grade infrastructure to provide fast, reliable and cost-effective managed networking solutions to customers throughout Ontario.
We always strive to provide you with:
- Fast, personal, and dependable customer service
- Custom network solutions that innovatively account for cost and geographic constraints, but never compromise on quality
- Optimal connectivity that provides ultra-high speeds, and reliable and secure services
With our network expertise and infrastructure resources, you will have more choices, your information will download faster, your phone calls will be clear and uninterrupted – and, quite simply, your opportunities will grow. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you!
Contact Information:
515 Dotzert Ct Unit 7, Waterloo, ON N2L 6A7
519-579-4507
Catering
Little Mushroom Catering
Year Founded: 2010Number of Employees: 20
Industry Type: Catering
CFFB Member Since: 2018
Family Generation: 1st
Our Story:
Little Mushroom Catering is the leader in innovative and sustainable full service event catering in Waterloo Region. We use locally farmed ingredients wherever possible to create delicious from-scratch hors d’oeuvres, meals, and desserts for special events across SouthWestern Ontario. We are FeastOn Certified, 911 Wedding Certified, and are certified Living Wage Employers with numerous awards for Sustainability, Hospitality, Community Involvement, Entrepreneurship and, of course, our delicious food! #MadeWithMushLove
Contact Information:
131 Sheldon Dr Unit 16, Cambridge, ON N1R 6S2
Commercial Development
Voisin Developments
Year Founded: 1945Number of Employees: 10
Industry Type: Commercial Development
CFFB Member Since: 2013
Family Generation: 2nd
Contact Information:
The Boardwalk
101 Ira Needles Boulevard, Waterloo, ON N2J 3Z4Construction Equipment Sales
Bobcat of Tri Cities Ltd.
Year Founded: 2008Number of Employees: 13
Industry Type: Construction Equipment Sales
CFFB Member Since: 2017
Family Generation: 1st
Our Story: Bobcat of Tri Cities Ltd is your authorized Bobcat dealer serving Waterloo and Wellington Counties in Southwestern Ontario. We offer a full service Sales Department, a highly skilled Service Department, a large variety of Bobcat Parts, and a ready-to-go Rental Department to serve all of your needs. Bobcat of Tri Cities Ltd is a leading Compact Equipment Dealer engaged in the sale and service support of the world class leading Bobcat Compact Equipment Line.
Bobcat Equipment is the world’s finest in Compact Construction Equipment and we stand behind the products we service and sell. Some of our offerings include, Bobcat skid-steer loaders, compact track loaders, compact excavators and utility vehicles, as well as a wide assortment of work-saving attachments.
Serving you since 2008, Bobcat of Tri Cities Ltd operates in the Construction, Landscape, Property Maintenance, Snow Removal, Municipal, and Rental Markets. Quick reacting and dedicated staff along with local ownership equates to a very positive customer experience.
Providing Construction Equipment solutions for our customers, and going beyond our client’s expectations is our primary focus here at Bobcat of Tri Cities.
Contact Information:
483 Bridge St. East Kitchener, ON N2K 3C5
Consulting Services
Newman Human Resources Consulting Inc.
Year Founded: 2015
Number of Employees: 4
Industry Type: Human Resources Consulting
CFFB Member Since: 2022
Family Generation: 1st
Our Story:
Frank Newman started his career in Human Resources in 1975. After an extensive career in HR working with some of Canada’s leading employers, including Texaco Canada Limited, GlaxoSmithKline and Manulife, Frank started his own HR consulting organization.
His goal was to share the knowledge and best practices from these leading employers with small to medium sized organizations as a fractional HR service.
As a Certified HR Leader, Frank is an HR mentor for the Kitchener Waterloo Chamber of Commerce, an HR subject matter expert with Launchpad at Wilfred Laurier University, and a volunteer mentor for the Waterloo Region Small Business Centre. An accomplished speaker and HR Leader, Frank has presented to many community and industry groups including numerous Chambers of Commerce and Rotary Clubs. He has also appeared on CTV Kitchener News and has been a frequent commentator on Human Resources issues on 570 Radio Kitchener.
Based out of Breslau and Mount Forest Ontario, Newman HR provides a complete range of HR services to businesses ranging from 4 to 200 employees. We help with recruiting, performance management, coaching, terminations, compensation and benefits, health & safety and employee investigations.
Our goal is to work with business owners as a confidential resource to resolve your most difficult people issues, establish best practices and then inspire your business to higher levels of performance.
We cherish the diversity of our clients and service a wide range of businesses including manufacturing, logistics, professional practices (legal, medical, counselling, engineering, accounting, arborist, veterinary), airlines, auto repair shops, IT services, as well as individuals with career search and coaching. We also work with charities and not-for-profit organizations and associations.
As a family business ourselves, our motivation is to help you create a business environment where your employees love to come into work every day. It’s that simple.
Frank Newman is the Founder and CEO, his son Matt Newman specializes in recruitment and his wife Linda is the Office Manager.
Contact Information:
47 Trowbridge Street
Breslau, ON, N0B 1M0
519-362-8352Contracting
Lewis Straus Construction Ltd.
Year Founded: 1985Number of Employees: 25
Industry Type: Contracting
CFFB Member Since: 2009
Our Story:
Lewis Straus Construction Ltd. was established in 1985. We began in Kitchener, Ontario as an excavation contractor, specializing in swimming pool excavations, commercial excavating, and snow removal, and have expanded our services over the last 35 years into concrete forming and finishing, architectural walls, and more services to meet our customers’ needs.
As the region grew in population, space between new homes became tighter, and access to the back yards became more difficult. As an innovative company, we developed the use of conveyor technology to move the dirt from the pool excavation to the road. This idea evolved from the necessity of tight work areas, to a cleaner, safer way of moving large amounts of fill.
Our pool clientele and the homeowners started requesting the conveyors to minimize damage to their and neighbouring properties and allowed our business to expand across Ontario. Our concrete division has also grown from small commercial and residential projects in Waterloo Region to a variety of commercial civil projects, both small and large, across all of Ontario.
Contact Information:
28 Crestview Pl, Kitchener N2B 0A2
Melloul-Blamey Construction Inc.
Year Founded: 1982Number of Employees: 200
Industry Type: Contracting
CFFB Member Since: 2001
Family Generation: 2nd
Our Story:
Melloul-Blamey Construction, one of the region’s largest and most diversified construction firms, has been in business for over 30 years. “Melloul-Blamey was founded on the principles of honesty, integrity, and pride of workmanship, and these principles form the cornerstone of every successful project we complete to this day,” says co-founder Bernie Melloul.
As a full service general contracting firm, Melloul-Blamey Construction strives to offer clients dependable, superior quality workmanship, on time and on budget. The company has become innovators in their field by building a skilled and dedicated staff, embracing technology, maintaining an impeccable safety record, concentrating on quality, and ensuring total client satisfaction.
The company now successfully completes annual construction volumes of over $200 million with a salaried staff approaching 200. Many of their projects have become trademarks of Waterloo Region, serving as warm beacons of welcome for visitors and residents alike, including the ATS Corporate Campus; numerous buildings at University of Waterloo, Wilfrid Laurier University, and Conestoga College; and the Kidsability Centre for Child Development. Other featured area projects include the Home Hardware complex in St. Jacobs; Brick Brewing Company; Bingemans; Coldwell Banker Peter Benninger Realty; Huron Heights Secondary School; B-K Motors; and various Research in Motion facilities. The social services sector has also seen beautiful new facilities for Anslema House, Family and Children’s Services along with Langs Farm in Cambridge. This incredible success story first took root in 1982, when Bernie Melloul and David Blamey, classmates from Conestoga College, started living their dream with a humble office on Borden Avenue in Kitchener.
In the beginning, projects were primarily acquired through fixed price bidding of public and private work. Fast forward 29 years to the present, and Melloul-Blamey has expanded to construct over 500 institutional, recreational, commercial and industrial projects across the entire province, becoming a Billion Dollar Builder in completed projects. Diversification played an integral role in this success, with David Blamey and a team of Canadians setting up an American branch in Greenville, South Carolina in 2000.
As the company looks to the future, a succession plan has been implemented under the stewardship of Jeff Shantz, Vice President, Project Development; Joel Melloul, Vice-President, Estimating; Steve Hanley, Vice-President Construction Management; Jeff Heimpel, Vice-President, Business Development, thereby ensuring the future legacy of the company for another generation. Bernie Melloul has stated more than once “Our goals would never have been realized if it were not for the creative, innovative people in this company who dared to share the dream and channel a distinct vision along with us. Melloul-Blamey is very proud to be a conduit that strengthens the business and service sector of our community, and extremely grateful for the trust that has been placed in us.”
Contact Information:
700 Rupert Street, Waterloo, ON N2V 2B5
PM Contracting Ltd.
Year Founded: 1984Industry Type: Contracting
CFFB Member Since: 2015
Our Story:
PM Contracting Ltd. provides exceptional General Contracting and Project Management services to both the Public and Private sectors.
The company was established in 1984 on the principles of honesty and trust, together with a passion for quality workmanship and client satisfaction. Our team approach is what sets us apart.
PM Contracting Ltd., has grown in size and experience each year to become the area leader in Construction we are today.
Let our fully qualified and motivated construction team lead your project to a financial and timely success.
Contact Information:
1358 Victoria Street, Kitchener, ON N2B 3E2
519-576-8327
Schiedel Construction Inc.
Year Founded: 1951Number of Employees: 35
Industry Type: Contracting
CFFB Member Since: 2000
Family Generation: 2nd
Our Story:
Starting as a one-man operation, founder George Schiedel began Schiedel Construction Limited in 1951. Substantial growth over the years resulted in re-organization, and in 1981, the company became Schiedel Construction Incorporated.
Schiedel is a Design-Build General Contractor providing completely integrated building services for the industrial, commercial, and institutional markets in the South Western Ontario region. Schiedel erects pre-engineered metal buildings, employs conventional construction methods, or utilizes a combination of the two, depending upon the client’s criteria. Whether a project is performed on a design-build basis or on a project management basis, Schiedel Construction prides itself on being a single source responsibility delivering quality workmanship at good value.
Contact Information:
405 Queen Street West, Cambridge, ON N3C 1G6
T. Weber Co. Ltd.
Year Founded: 1972Number of Employees: 10
Industry Type: Contracting
CFFB Member Since: 2001
Family Generation: 1st
Our Story:
T. Weber Co. Ltd has been servicing the Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge and surrounding area since 1972.
Our business involves a wide range of services including asphalt paving, asphalt repairs, oil undercoating and snow plowing.
Our expertise in asphalt work ranges from residential driveway paving and repairs to large scale commercial paving projects.
No jobs are too big or too small.
Contact Information:
802 Sawmill Road Bloomingdale, Ontario N0B 1K0
519-742-2051
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Distribution
Caudle's Catch Seafood
Year Founded: 1986Number of Employees: 20
Industry Type: Distribution
CFFB Member Since: 2010
Contact Information:
60 Otonabee Drive, Kitchener, ON
Flanagan Foodservice Inc.
Year Founded: 1977Number of Employees: 675
Industry Type: Distribution
CFFB Member Since: 2003
Family Generation: 2nd
Our Story: Flanagan Foodservice is one of the largest privately owned foodservice distributors in Canada. Along with our affiliated companies (s.t.o.p. Restaurant Supply and Roseland Produce Wholesale), we offer a comprehensive listing of over 16,000 food and related products to Restaurants, Bakeries, Nursing Homes, Schools, Caterers and other foodservice establishments.
Flanagan Foodservice was founded in 1977 by Joseph Flanagan. Flanagan Foodservice and its affiliates continue to operate as a 2nd generation family business owned by various members of the Flanagan family. Flanagan Foodservice serves the Ontario market from branches in Kitchener, Whitby and Sudbury.
s.t.o.p. Restaurant Supply serves the Canadian market from branches in Burlington, Kitchener and Sudbury. Roseland Produce Wholesale serves the Greater Golden Horsehoe market from its branch in Burlington.
Contact Information:
145 Otonabee Dr., Kitchener, ON N2C 1L7
Knapp Fasteners Inc.
Year Founded: 1987Number of Employees: 22
Industry Type: Distribution
CFFB Member Since: 2011
Family Generation: 1st
Our Story:
Knapp Fasteners Inc. is a family owned business that has been providing solutions since 1987. We are a fastener distributor with over 60,000 items in stock and can source hard to find items. We provide vendor managed inventory services, kitting, and delivery to KW region.
Serving all industries from manufacturing, electronics, agriculture to aerospace markets. Whether you’re a small machine shop or an international manufacturer, you can rely on Knapp to provide what you need.
Contact Information:
520 Boxwood Drive, Cambridge, ON N3E 0A6
Win-Leader Corp.
Year Founded: 1988Number of Employees: 15
Industry Type: Distribution
CFFB Member Since: 2009
Our Story:Win-Leader proudly delivers thousands of top-quality brand name products to our incentive/premium, retail and educational customers each and every day. We are unsurpassed when it comes to providing customers with top selection, quality service and good old-fashioned honest commitment.
Contact Information:
50 Shoemaker St., Kitchener N2E 3E3
Education
Oxford Learning Centres - Kitchener
Year Founded: 1997Number of Employees: 12-18
Industry Type: Education
CFFB Member Since: 2022
Family Generation: 1st
Our Story:
Oxford Learning Waterloo was founded as a family business in 1986 out of London Ontario. I’m proud to own a thriving Waterloo location. We are in the business of helping students reach their potential. Through our Beyond Tutoring Program, our Little Readers, SAT prep or Dayschool Pod program, our goal is to help students achieve their academic goals. All of our student programs are individualized after completing our Cognitive and Academic Assessment. This tells us not only where a student is academically, but HOW they learn and process information. If your child is behind, needs some Study Skills or some enrichment, give us a call.
Contact Information:
10 Fischer-Hallman Rd N,
Kitchener, ON N2J 3Z6Oxford Learning Centres - Waterloo
Year Founded: 1997Number of Employees: 12-18
Industry Type: Education
CFFB Member Since: 2022
Family Generation: 1st
Our Story:
Oxford Learning Waterloo was founded as a family business in 1986 out of London Ontario. I’m proud to own a thriving Waterloo location. We are in the business of helping students reach their potential. Through our Beyond Tutoring Program, our Little Readers, SAT prep or Dayschool Pod program, our goal is to help students achieve their academic goals. All of our student programs are individualized after completing our Cognitive and Academic Assessment. This tells us not only where a student is academically, but HOW they learn and process information. If your child is behind, needs some Study Skills or some enrichment, give us a call.
Contact Information:
10 Fischer-Hallman Rd N,
Kitchener, ON N2J 3Z6Environmental
Minotaur Stormwater Services
Year Founded: 2000Number of Employees: 8
Industry Type: Environmental
CFFB Member Since: 2004
Family Generation: 1st
Our Story:
A comprehensive inspection, monitoring and service program for Stormceptor units was not available until it was developed and implemented by Minotaur. Since incorporation in January 2000, Minotaur has become the leading specialist in the inspection and service of Stormceptor units. Garnet Shaver, President of Minotaur, was also President of Cecil Shaver Ltd. a municipal contracting company that specialized in sewers, watermains, & site remediation, for 46 years. The company installed all types of oil/grit interceptors on job sites since product development and thus has a technical edge when it comes to maintenance and repairs for all units. Minotaur is now performing all Stormceptor inspection and repair work for Hanson Pipe & Precast Ltd. in Ontario and for Lecuyer & Fils in Quebec.
Contact Information:
566 Lynden Road R.R. #8, Brantford, ON N3T 5M1
Financial Services
The Raelipskie Partnership
Year Founded: 1989Number of Employees: 16
Industry Type: Financial Services
CFFB Member Since: 2012
Our Story:
As your Private Wealth Managers, we create and manage your tailor-made portfolio of stocks and bonds with the emphasis on achieving your investment objectives. We strongly believe in a customer-first approach; we listen and put our experience to work for you. We have been providing industry leading service for the Kitchener-Waterloo, Burlington, and South Western Ontario areas for over 20 years.
Contact Information:
The Marsland Centre
20 Erb Street West Ste. 201, Waterloo, ON N2L 1T2Valko Financial
Year Founded: 2018
Number of Employees: 67
Industry Type: Mortgages/Financial Services
CFFB Member Since: 2022
Family Generation: First
Our Story:
After more than a decade of being a top-producing mortgage broker in Kitchener, Ontario, Tracy Valko founded Valko Financial Ltd. in 2018 to share her passion and principles for excellence in service with a team of like-minded, community-focused professionals.
With our heart-centered leadership, coupled with the passion for supporting and building community, Valko Financial Ltd. has grown to be one of the most recognized national brokerages in Canada. Our award-winning team of devoted underwriters, executives and support staff are constantly working behind the scenes to create an exceptional experience for our clients, providing them with financial solutions that are catered to their individual and long-term needs.
Contact Information:
Name: Tracy Valko
Address: 1187 Fischer-Hallman Road, Kitchener, ON
Email: info@valkofinancial.ca
Telephone 519-745-9437
Website/Social media : https://www.facebook.com/Valkofinancial
Funeral Services
Erb & Good Family Funeral Home
Year Founded: 1946Number of Employees: 15
Industry Type: Funeral Services
CFFB Member Since: 1998
Family Generation: 2nd
Our Story: Established in 1946 as the Edward R. Good Funeral Home, the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home was succeeded by Rob Wintonyk and Mark Erb in 2009 who purchased the business from Jim Erb (founding member of CFFB) and David Erb. Mark Erb retired in 2019. With the contributions to the business of both the Erb & Good families over the years, Managing funeral director and owner, Rob Wintonyk and the wonderful team of employees at Erb & Good, realize the importance in succeeding the business with the same name many families in our community have come to know and trust “putting the families we serve first, in everything we do.”
“We are proud to be Kitchener-Waterloo’s longest serving independently and family-owned funeral home (since 1946) in a profession where many of the funeral homes are owned by large corporations. We trust that people value we have remained independently owned and we have a strong commitment to bettering the community in which we work and live. Our caring staff, independent ownership, personal guidance, facilities and reasonable prices have become the hallmark of our service.”
Owner and managing funeral director,
Rob WintonykContact Information:
171 King Street South, Waterloo, ON N2J 1P7
Henry Walser Funeral Home
Year Founded: 2001Number of Employees: 40
Industry Type: Funeral Services
CFFB Member Since: 2010
Family Generation: 1st
Contact Information:
507 Frederick Street, Kitchener, ON N2B 2A5
Food Manufacturing
ThunderStorm Productions INC
Year Founded: 1993Number of Employees: 5
Industry Type: Entertainment / Food Manufacturiing
CFFB Member Since: 2024
Family Generation: 1st.
Our Story:
ThunderStorm Productions started out as a fun idea for a then 13 year old student to have as a part time job, it has grown over the years, still as a part time business throughout
the years, while adding more DJ’s to our entertainment lineup, new equipment, and adding new divisions like our fun food rentals.
Fast forward to 2023 and the company is now being run full time, and now has also added a popcorn factory to the mix,
so we are now a one stop shop for anything fun for events, from Popcorn machines, cotton candy machines, soft serve ice cream, slushies, outdoor movie nights, photobooths,
DJ Services, AV Support, Pinball machines, Arcade Machines and custom popcorn for any event, ThunderStorm Productions is your go to for any event! We have been a leader in the
Waterloo Region and love to build relationships with other vendors and companies!
Contact Information:
ThunderStorm Productions / ThunderStorm Snacks
282 Marsland Drive, Waterloo Ontario,
519-741-2005
Hospitality
Bingemans
Year Founded: 1938Number of Employees: 250
Industry Type: Hospitality
CFFB Member Since: 1997
Contact Information:
425 Bingemans Centre Drive, Kitchener, ON N2B 3X7
Insurance Broker
Josslin Insurance
Industry Type: Insurance
CFFB Member Since: 1997
Our Story:
Our Purpose
To Make a REAL Difference.
Our Vision
To be known for providing a REAL, people-focused experience.
Our Values
Integrity: We will do the right thing, inspiring confidence by delivering on our commitments.
Respect: We will maintain an environment that fosters teamwork, personal development, honesty and fairness for our clients, our community and each other.
Innovation: We invest in our people and in solutions to make a positive difference in people’s lives.
Simplicity: We will make your experience with us simple and easy.
Community: We believe we have a responsibility to support the communities where we live or do business.
Commitment: To make a REAL difference, we follow through on what we say we will do.
The Value of a Real Insurance Broker
Real Independent Advice
Despite pressure from insurance companies and much of the industry norm, we continue to remain an independent broker. We assess the needs of each client and place their business with a company because it’s the best company for you, our client, not because we’ve have a volume agreement with that company.
Real Claims Assistance
When you call any of our office numbers, day or night, you’ll speak to a live representative of Josslin Insurance. In the event of an emergency, you’ll be in touch with a member of our leadership team to give you the assistance you need as soon as possible.
Real Annual Reviews
Every year, we look at your insurance and make sure that you’re getting the coverage you need, with the discounts you qualify for, at the best price for your needs. There are a number of different options so, if you aren’t with the best company, we’ll let you know and make it as easy as possible for you to switch to better coverage.
We’re Really in Your Community
We have offices in all the areas we serve and they’re staffed by people from your community. We also believe we have a responsibility to support the communities where we all live and work, so we make sure to support local causes and support and celebrate our employees who give back to their communities.
Contact Information:
118 Peel Street, New Hamburg, ON N3A 1E3
Staebler Insurance
Year Founded: 1873Number of Employees: 57
Industry Type: Insurance Broker
CFFB Member Since: 2006
Family Generation: 3rd
Our Story:
Staebler Insurance is a trusted local insurance brokerage for over 145 years. Their experience, expertise, and client-centric approach make them the preferred brokers in Waterloo Region. From home and auto to small business and commercial properties, and just about everything in between, it’s Staebler brokers who make sure your buying expectations are exceeded. By working with clients on an individual basis, their brokers shop the highly competitive market and provide the best coverages at the best possible prices. Staebler also provides group rate home and auto insurance for several select employers in southern and midwestern Ontario. Visit Staebler.com to learn more.
Contact Information:
Staebler Place
871 Victoria Street North, Kitchener, ON N2B 3S4Landscape & Home Renovation Supply
Creative Landscape Depot
Year Founded: 2006Number of Employees: 20
Industry Type: Landscape & Home Renovation Supply
CFFB Member Since: 2014
Family Generation: 1st
Our Background: A strong background in both landscape construction, garden designs, and installation. We are confident our knowledge and experience can offer insight and inspiration for all your landscape projects.
Trust Us: We understand that landscaping can be overwhelming at times. We can guide you in selecting the proper aggregates, decorative stone, landscape rock, interlocking pavers, natural stone steps, flagstone, or just that one special rock for your property. After all, a rock is just a rock until you get creative!
Our Direction: To develop a new approach to the landscape depot sector. We source new materials that offer you different choices, yet of course don’t forget about the basics. Our inventory is selected to create the best landscape ideas. Looking for a fifteen foot slab of natural rock, or expanded shale for decorative use? We have it….if not, we’ll find it.
We Know What You Want: Creative products, creative solutions, competitive prices, value-added customer service, and the opportunity for you to engage in dialogue with a depot who listens. We also understand the importance of prompt delivery. To put it simply, we are here to assist you.
Who We Are: A destination where home owners and the design & landscape professionals connect, inspire, and prosper through partnership and award winning landscapes.
Contact Information:
1175 King Street North, St. Jacobs, ON, N0B 2N0
519-664-0225
Manufacturing
AMKAD Metal Components Inc.
Year Founded: 1996Number of Employees: 30
Industry Type: Manufacturing
CFFB Member Since: 2004
Family Generation: 1st
Our Story: AMKAD Metal Components Inc. is a world class manufacturer of parts using powder metallurgy technology. AMKAD is a Canadian, family owned business, and we are dedicated to maintaining a high level of quality and reliability in servicing our customers.
Benefits of Powder Metallurgy (P/M): The P/M process is a very effective method to produce metal parts and components; offering these many advantages:
- Greater Versatility
- Flexibility in the parts shape and design.
- Ability to produce combinations of metals not possible by other methods.
- Pores can be infiltrated with other metals for special properties and 100% density.
- Controlled porosity makes possible such products as self-lubricating bearings and surfaces.
- Ability to fabricate special configurations impossible or difficult to machine by conventional methods.
High Quality & Precision
- P/M process makes it possible to manufacture parts of exceptional strength and durability.
- Good dimensional control with tolerances held within 0.001″.
- Consistent dimensions are accurate/repeatable from part to part,order to order, year to year.
- Produces exceptional surface finishes.
Greater Economic Value
- P/M is a net shape process with minimal waste of raw materials.
- Raw materials are readily available and inexpensive.
- P/M parts are produced at/very close to final dimensions; eliminating/minimizing machining.
- Greater actual production rates than most manufacturing methods.
- Short preparation time from design to finished part.
Contact Information:
537108 Oxford County Rd #34, PO Box 149, Tavistock, ON N0B 2R0
Astron Metals
Year Founded: 1966Number of Employees: 1941
Industry Type: Manufacturing
Our Story:
From fabrication to welding to polishing, the expert abilities of our employees translate into product excellence every step of the way. With a base of operation in Waterloo, we custom fabricate for industries that deliver our products across North America and around the world.
Astron’s scope includes success in custom made to order projects, small production runs and repeat blanket contracts for wide variety of industries
Contact Information:
https://astronmetals.com/
Henson Shaving
Year Founded: 2020
Number of Employees: 9
Industry Type: Manufacturing
CFFB Member Since: 2022
Family Generation: 1st
Our Story:
Henson has been making parts for large aerospace projects for 20 years. When you’re making parts that end up in space, you’re making them with longevity in mind. Henson has made critical components for the OneWeb constellation and parts for the Exo Mars rover. Needless to say those parts can’t come back to the shop for repairs, they have to work and they have to work for decades. Manufacturing parts designed to last a lifetime is part of their DNA.
Through a few happenstances, Henson turned their attention to razors. The end result is the AL13 razor. Made of Aluminum (which, yes, is the 13th element on the periodic table), Henson machined this razor to very tight tolerances in an effort to control both the blade extension and exposure. By minimizing these geometries, Henson believes the additional blade support greatly reduces flex and chatter and thereby irritation.
Henson Shaving aluminum razors are fully designed, manufactured, assembled and packaged in Canada and come with lifetime warranties.
Year Founded:
34 Niagara Street
Kitchener, ON N2B 1T2
Metalumen Manufacturing, Inc.
Year Founded: 1977
Number of Employees: 50Industry Type: Manufacturing Family Generation: 2ndOur Story: Family owned and operated since 1977, Metalumen designs, engineers and manufactures indoor and outdoor lighting solutions for commercial, educational, healthcare and transportation sectors in Canada and the US. Metalumen understands the art and science of crafting high quality luminaires that reflect classic design and innovative trends to meet the needs of the end user and the evolving lighting landscape. Metalumen is also committed to their environmental efforts by integrating sustainable practices and processes that help to minimize waste and lower its carbon footprint.
Contact Information:
570 Southgate Drive, Guelph, Ontario, N1G 4P6
519-822-4381
ODC Tooling & Molds (Ontario Die Company)
Year Founded: 1923Number of Employees: 100
Industry Type: Manufacturing
CFFB Member Since: 2018
Family Generation: 4th
Our Story:
ODC Tooling & Molds (Ontario Die Company) was founded in Waterloo, Canada in 1923 by Sam Levene. The company was dedicated to the manufacture of the finest cutting dies available. During this formative period, the needs of the growing North American rubber, footwear and leather goods industries were ably met. The period of the 1950’s and 60’s saw the company continue to grow and firmly entrench values of superior quality and committed service that remain in place today. ODC distinguished itself as an industry leader adapting processes and materials that led the cutting die industry.
In the early 1970’s the companies interests expanded to include engineered forms of tooling including 3-dimensional automotive trim tools, dies and molds for the contact heat pressure formed packaging industry and matched metal trim tools. Martin Levene guided this phase of the companies evolution aided by a true industry visionary Bill Lessard. Under Martin’s and Bill’s leadership, the 1980’s and 90’s provided ODC many opportunities to grow and further reinforce the strength of the market interest in ODC’s innovative and customer focused approach.
Today, ODC is ably led by a fourth generation Levene family member. Ronald Levene is known for his creativity and interest in new manufacturing technology. Ronald has insisted his team honour historical company values of quality products and collaborative/consultative customer interaction, ODC remains a leader in today’s demanding global tooling industry. The Waterloo, Canada Headquarters is supported by our very capable US thermoforming mold facility located in Batavia, Illinois.
Contact Information:
119 Roger St. Waterloo, ON N2J 3Z6
Riverside Brass & Aluminum Foundry Ltd.
Number of Employees: 100+Industry Type: Manufacturing
CFFB Member Since: 1997
Our Story:
Riverside Brass & Aluminum Foundry Limited Specializes in High Volume and Tight Tolerance Non-Ferrous Industrial & Centrifugal Castings, Plaques & Cemetery Memorial Products
Riverside Brass is a respected leader and innovator among Ontario’s non-ferrous foundries, providing advanced capabilities in brass, bronze, aluminum, and zinc castings. We can advise you on product design, casting optimization, choice of alloys, and the cost saving advantages of our manufacturing process.
Contact Information:
5 Hamilton Road, New Hamburg, Ontario, Canada, N3A 2H1
519-662-2500
RCKSTR INC.
Industry Type: Personal Care Product Development and Manufacturing
CFFB Member Since: 2018
Our Story:
We set out to create product with great ingredients with outstanding performance with an eye on incorporating safe ingredients and environmental sustainability.
Contact Information:
350-1 The Boardwalk
Waterloo, ON N2T 0A6
519-746-1212
Systems Plus
Year Founded: 1984Number of Employees: 30
Industry Type: Manufacturing
CFFB Member Since: 2000
Family Generation: 1st
Contact Information:
1457 Gingerich Road, Baden, ON N3A 3J7
Trillium Metal Stampings
Year Founded: 1949Number of Employees: 75
Industry Type: Manufacturing
CFFB Member Since: 2003
Family Generation: 3rd
Contact Information:
50 Steckle Place, Kitchener, ON N2E 2C3
Uni-Spray Systems Inc.
Year Founded: 1987Number of Employees: 40
Industry Type: Manufacturing
CFFB Member Since: 2021
Family Generation: 1st
Our Story:
Uni-Spray Systems Inc (Cambridge, ON) is an ISO 9001 certified full-service, high-precision manufacturing company that provides its clients in over 60 countries worldwide with a single source for molded plastic parts and assemblies.
The Uni-Spray product range is highly diverse and includes four core product lines: our proprietary range of pre-treatment and spraying systems that is the foundation of the Uni-Spray name; our exclusive range of Amerispray branded spray nozzles; our ever-expanding line of packaging machinery wear parts; and our extensive custom injection molding, design and engineering services.
Founded in 1987 as a producer of quality plastic nozzles, Uni-Spray has evolved into the only complete product line and leading brand of spray nozzle systems for the pre-treatment and phosphating industry.
Drawing on this history of innovation, Uni-Spray has grown to serve many industries with specialized spraying equipment, high-quality wear parts, and custom molded products for major worldwide companies.
Backed by a state-of-the-art production facility, cutting-edge technologies, and a team of professionals dedicated to excellence in customer satisfaction, Uni-Spray Systems is committed to the manufacture of high-quality products for any application
Contact Information:
65 Heroux Devtek Drive Cambridge, ON N3E 0A7
519-885-4270
info@uni-spray.com
Weber's Fabricating Ltd.
Year Founded: 1974Number of Employees: 18
Industry Type: Manufaturing
CFFB Member Since: 2010
Family Generation: 2nd
Contact Information:
3044 Sawmill Road Box 610, St. Jacobs, ON N0B 2N0
Medical Testing and Assessments
DriverCheck Inc.
Year Founded: 1996Number of Employees: 600
Industry Type: Medical Testing and Assessments
CFFB Member Since: 2010
Family Generation: 2nd
Our Story: Building a Healthier and Safer World
As Canada’s Fitness for Duty experts, DriverCheck’s top priority is the safety of your staff and workplace. Our company-wide goal is to build a safer and healthier world. Founded in 1996, DriverCheck is the leading provider of workplace medical testing and assessments in the country serving over 6,400 employers in a variety of industries including transportation, oil & gas, aviation, rail, mining, construction, healthcare, manufacturing and forestry. DriverCheck conducts hundreds of thousands of medical tests annually, offering alcohol and drug testing, COVID-19 testing, occupational health services, medical cannabis review services, medical staffing and injury management programs. We are constantly striving to be viewed as the educational leader in the fitness for duty sector.
Contact Information:
1 Manley Street Box 1186, Ayr, ON N0B 1E0
Marketing and Design
Studio Locale
Year Founded: 2003
Number of Employees: 7
Industry Type: Marketing and Design
CFFB Member Since: 2024
Our Story:
For more than 20 years Philip and Robin Mondor have been applying their design and marketing expertise to a wide range of clients.
We have a team of multidisciplinary designers, developers, and marketers who create brands, websites, marketing campaigns and communications for our clients. We’ve intentionally kept our team under 10 employees (we are currently at 7) as we feel this gives us the bench strength our clients come to us for, and enables us to provide the level of focus the projects require to be successful. Most of our clients are at a point in their business where they are looking to get to the next level, and need to have a cohesive brand and marketing strategy to stand out among their competitors.
As a couple owning and running a business, there are many advantages as well as challenges, and we’re looking for the opportunity to connect with others in a similar environment.
Contact Information:
100 Ahrens Street West, Suite 205 Kitchener, ON N2H 4C3
Packaging
Unique Global Products & Distribution Inc.
Industry Type: Packaging
CFFB Member Since: 2019
Our Story:
Unique Global Products is a family owned and operated contract packaging company based in Cambridge, Ontario. We provide third party packaging solutions for manufacturers and distributors of consumer goods and retail medical device products. Visit our website for more details or call us today.
Contact Information:
5 Cherry Blossom Road, Unit 4 Cambridge, Ontario, N3H 4R7
519-543-8120
Property Management
Towcon Holdings
Industry Type: Property Management
CFFB Member Since: 2015
Our Story:
As the owner of every building it leases to clients, Towcon Holdings’ paramount concern is ensuring each client is 100% satisfied with their leased space and works diligently to ensure each tenant receives prompt, personalized and professional service. We are a forward-thinking, tenant-focused organization.
When you lease a Towcon Holdings space, you have direct access to the people and services who care most about your satisfaction. This means you realize lower real estate occupancy costs because there is no “middleman” property management firm – we deal direct with our tenants, using our fully staffed, in-house maintenance and professional repair crews.
Contact Information:
135 Thompson Drive, Suite 3 Cambridge, On N1T 2E4
Renovations
Country Lane Builders
Year Founded: 1981Number of Employees: 25
Industry Type: Renovations
CFFB Member Since: 2009
Contact Information:
3575 Broadway Street, Hawkesville, ON N0B 1X0
Homestead Woodworks
Industry Type: Renovations
CFFB Member Since: 2009
Contact Information:
3575 Broadway St., Hawkesville, ON N0B 1X0
Pioneer Craftsmen Ltd.
Year Founded: 1953Number of Employees: 24
Industry Type: Renovations
CFFB Member Since: 2007
Family Generation: 2nd – 3rd
Our Story:
For more than 60 years and three generations, Pioneer Craftsmen Ltd. has been helping residents in Waterloo Region and Wellington County fall in love with their homes all over again! We have built our renovation business to reflect the values that our name represents… the spirit, pride, trust and quality workmanship of the area’s early settlers.
Our comprehensive “Design Build” contracting services include all aspects of home improvement, starting with expert design plans for your kitchen renovation, bathroom remodel, new addition, basement home theatre or custom project. We work closely with you through the entire design, build and renovation process to ensure your home reflects your lifestyle and is Inspired by the Life You Lead!
Visit the Design Ideas Gallery on our website to view amazing projects completed in Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph and surrounding areas.
Let’s get Inspired together – call or email us today!
Contact Information:
1510 Victoria Street North, Kitchener, ON N2B 3E2
519-743-4461
McHugh Painting
Year Founded: 2018
Number of Employees: 10
Industry Type: Renovation
CFFB Member Since: 2024
Our Story:
“Matt McHugh’s passion for painting goes far beyond the initialization of McHugh Painting. He started off at the age of 17 helping his father and grandfather as carpenters and painters.
In the 1990’s, he began taking on work for family and friends . Today, McHugh Painting stands for industry-leading quality and excellence in customer service. The quality of the work that we do and the customer experience that we ultimately deliver is something that we hold to the highest priority.
Contact Information:
401 Weber Street North, Waterloo, ON
Retail Sales & Service
Expressway Motors Ltd.
Year Founded: 1983Number of Employees: 50
Industry Type: Retail Sales & Service
CFFB Member Since: 1999
Family Generation: 1st
Contact Information:
1554 Hayville Road, New Hamburg, ON N3A 1A3
Gibson Sound and Vision
Year Founded: 1955Number of Employees: 15
Industry Type: Retail Sales & Service
CFFB Member Since: 2007
Family Generation: 2nd
Contact Information:
25 Columbia Street East, Waterloo, ON N2J 3J6
Heffner Motors Limited
Year Founded: 1960Number of Employees: 225
Industry Type: Retail Sales & Service
CFFB Member Since: 2017
Family Generation: 3rd
Our Story:
The Heffner automotive story began in 1960 when Mr. John Heffner Sr. opened shop on a small repair garage on Breithaupt Street in Kitchener. By 1962, the business moved to King Street East, across from RockwayGardens, where it was located for 25 years.
In 1987 John Heffner and his sons, Willy Heffner and John Heffner Jr., moved to their current, location. Heffner Toyota changed its name in 1990 to Heffner Lexus Toyota, welcoming the addition of Toyota’s new line of luxury automobiles, the Lexus.
The Heffners have taken steps to provide outstanding customer care, are committed to giving back to the community, and offer rewards and recognition to their employees that aren’t often seen in other dealerships.
Heffner Lexus/Heffner Toyota has grown substantially since 2004, in large part due to the needs of our immediate community – Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge and Guelph – our guests and staff. In October 2004 we opened a 12,500 square foot used vehicle showroom, in September 2005 we moved into our 65,000 square foot Toyota dealership and in July of 2006 we moved the Lexus dealership to their 24,000 square foot building.
We have grown from 42,000 sq ft to approximately 132,000 sq ft. and are now working out of five different buildings spread over 16 acres of land. The new Collision Centre opened its doors on November 5, 2011 to serve your needs.
Contact Information:
3121 King Street East, Kitchener, ON N2A 1B1
jheffner@heffner.ca
Signs Galore Inc.
Year Founded: 1983Industry Type: Retail Sales & Service
CFFB Member Since: 2014
Family Generation: 1st
Our Story:
In 1983, Garry & Laurie founded Signs Galore Inc. Fun fact….the name is comprised of GA (Garry) LORE (Laurie).
They currently have 3 sons working in the business, their fourth son started his own Graphic Design business in 2020! All of their work is custom designed and fabricated at their new location in Kitchener (2017). They boast an incredible sales/service team, able to take care of all your sign needs….interior, exterior, vehicles and more. In the field, a 60′ bucket truck/crane for any installs or sign service.
Signs Galore specializes in Channel lettering, Pylon signs, Monument signs, Awnings, Decorative reception signs, Wayfinding, Vehicle lettering, Vehicle wraps, Coroplast signs, Large murals and much more.
Give them a call today for any of your signage needs.
Contact Information:
25 Beasley Dr, Kitchener, ON N2E 1W7
Software Development
BusPlanner
Year Founded: 1983Number of Employees: 23
Industry Type: Software Development
CFFB Member Since: 2006
Family Generation: 2nd
Our Story: BusPlanner is a leading provider of student transportation software and solutions for the K-12 market in North America. Our diverse range of products is designed to meet the advancing technology requirements for k12 transportation planning and operations. We offer solutions for the full range of transportation needs including route planning with GPS integration, field trip management, fleet management, and mobile apps for both transportation and parents.
The BusPlanner difference goes beyond the quality of our products. Our reputation is built on our relentless after-sale support, and our unwavering commitment and loyalty to our customers.
Contact Information:
245 Bathurst Drive, Waterloo, ON N2V 2E4
Waterloo Intuition & Technology
Our Story: Waterloo Intuition’s goal is to help business leaders solve problems tied to information systems and custom software applications.
Whether you are…
- wrestling with a particularly challenging information systems problem or custom software problem,
- implementing a growth or digital strategy within your well-established business,
- or launching a new venture to disrupt your industry,
…we can help you develop the solutions that will bring your ideas to life.
Contact Information:
226-476-1616
Transportation
Altruck International Truck Centres
Year Founded: 1992Number of Employees: 250+
Industry Type: Transportation
CFFB Member Since: 2020
Family Generation: 3rd
Our Story:
Altruck International Truck Centres – it’s a family thing.
Altruck International Truck Centres was built on the idea that there had to be a better way to serve our customers. Jack Kirby dreamed of being a special service provider for his customers and assisting them, one customer at a time.
After working with International® Harvester for 21 years Jack purchased the dealership in Kitchener in 1977 and became part of the growing International® Dealer group. Since then, we have been trying to make the buying process as easy and simple as possible. Today, we are focused on serving you the same way – one business partner (customer) at a time.
Our business is built on a strong foundation: INTEGRITY.
Integrity in the way we treat you and each other. And integrity in the way we buy and sell trucks, parts and services.
Whether we are buying your equipment or selling one of our trucks, we do not pressure you.
You are more than a “customer” to us– You are a PARTNER and we are committed to your success! Why? Because we know that your success is what makes us successful.
We offer great products at reasonable prices. At Altruck International Truck Centres, we are always looking for new ways to help you improve your ROI and uptime and to enhance your competitive advantage.
Contact Information:
48 Ardelt Ave, Kitchener, ON N2C 2C9
Travel & Tourism
Great Canadian Holidays & Coaches
Year Founded: 1984Number of Employees: 150
Industry Type: Travel & Tourism
CFFB Member Since: 2012
Family Generation: 2nd
Contact Information:
353 Manitou Drive, Kitchener, ON N2C 1L5
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