Lisa Bugden

The Institute of Corporate Directors is a not-for-profit, member-based association that serves as a resource and voice for directors and boards. The non-profit company is based in Toronto, Canada, and has subsidiaries in Canada. The ICD provides thought leadership through various publications and is a unified voice for directors. The Canadian company was founded by Brian J. Gibson, and Rahul K. Bhardwaj has been the CEO of the company since 2016.

Nova Scotia Power, Inc. engages in the provision of electricity generation, transmission and distribution services. The company offers thermal, renewable and imported electricity. It also delivers electricity to residential, business, energy savings and environmental sectors. The company was founded in 1972 and is headquartered in Halifax, Canada.

Aberdeen Health Foundation provides healthcare services. The company was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in New Glasgow, NS.

Part of Patterson Law, McInnes Cooper LLP is a law firm that provides legal services. The company is based in Charlottetown, Canada. The Canadian company was founded in 1859. The CEO is Kevin J. Kiley. McInnes Cooper was acquired by Patterson Palmer Law on January 09, 2006.

The Canadian Investor Relations Institute (CIRI) is a professional organization that aims to enhance the credibility and competency of the investor relations profession. CIRI has four chapters located in different regions. The organization also provides insights on ESG processes and reporting for issuers at various stages in their ESG journey. The non-profit company is based in Oakville, ON, Canada. CIRI provides resources, professional development, networking opportunities, and advocacy to support the IR community. The organization has over 500 members, with most responsible for IR at publicly-traded companies. Visible Alpha is a sponsor of CIRI that enhances the investment research process. CIRI publishes IR Directions, a magazine that explores current and emerging practices of board reporting and engagement. Nathalie Megann has been the CEO of the Canadian company since 2004.

Jazz Air Holding GP, Inc. (dba Air Canada Jazz) provides airlines services. It offers feeder and commuter services for Air Canada. The company's partners include Air Canada, Air Canada cargo, Air Canada Vacations, Destina, and Star Alliance. Jazz Air Holding was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Enfield, Canada.

The Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (also known as CPP Investments) is a government-owned professional investment management organization headquartered in Toronto, Canada. The firm was founded in 1997 to help provide a foundation on which Canadians build financial security in retirement. CPP Investments manages the investments of the Canada Pension Plan Fund (CPP Fund).

Kaoclay Resources, Inc. engages in the exploration, evaluation, and development of kaolin resource properties in United States and Canada. The company was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Halifax, CA.

Camis, Inc. engages in designing, developing and producing prepackaged computer software. The firm provides campground reservations and park management, backcountry reservations and permitting, marina reservations and event tracking services. The company was founded in 1979 and is headquartered in Guelph, Canada.

Stanfield's Ltd. is a clothing and Canadian accessories company that offers a range of products for both men and women, including wool sweaters, premium underwear, base layers, and hoodies. Stanfield's is based in Truro, CA. Today, the private company is a leader in its field. The company was founded in 1856 by Samuel E. Dawson and Charles E. Stanfield, who immigrated to Canada in 1855. The CEO is Jon Stanfield.

Metamaterial Technologies, Inc. designs, develops and commercializes optical filters and metamaterial-based systems. It specializes in metamaterial research, nanofabrication, and computational electromagnetics. The company was founded by George Palikaras, Nadine Geddes, Themos Kallos and Paul McLaughlin in 2011 and is headquartered in Dartmouth, Canada.

Pattern Energy Group LP develops, constructs, owns and operates renewable and transmission energy assets. Its operations include regular inspections, staff training, long-term service and maintenance and safety. The company was founded by Michael M. Garland in June 2009 and is headquartered in San Francisco, CA.

Atlantic Institute for Market Studies is a non profit organization that provides a distinctive Atlantic Canadian perspective on economic, political and social issues. It includes institute funding, institute programs, publications, events, speaker bureau, and research activities. The company was founded by Brian Lee Crowley and Cedric Ritchie in 1994 and is headquartered in Halifax, Canada.

The International Women's Forum of Canada is an organization that focuses on empowering women through various programs and awards. The non-profit company is based in Toronto, Canada. The organization requires membership to access its content and offers a fellows program.

Canadian Concrete Masonry Producers Association engages in construction services. The firm specializes in masonry construction, sustainable design, technical support and design resources. The company is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.

National Concrete Masonry Association operates as national trade association representing the producers and suppliers of concrete masonry products, including concrete block, manufactured stone veneer, segmental retaining walls and articulating concrete block. The company was founded in 1918 and is headquartered in Herndon, VA.

The Shaw Group Ltd. engages in the manufacture of natural resources and provision of community developing services. It operates through the following divisions: Shaw Brick, Shaw Precast Solutions, Shaw Resources, Clayton Developments, Ven-Rez, and Shaw Resources, and Prestige Homes. The company was founded by Robert Shaw in 1861 and is headquartered Halifax, Canada.

CarbonCure Technologies, Inc. engages in the development of carbon removal technologies for concrete. Its retrofit technology enables concrete producers to use waste carbon dioxide to produce sustainable concrete. The company was founded by Robert Niven and is headquartered in Dartmouth, Canada.

Part of Trisummit Cycle Holding, Inc., Heritage Gas, Inc. is a Canadian company that distributes natural gas. The company is based in Dartmouth, Canada. Heritage Gas was acquired by TriSummit Utility Group, Inc. on November 18, 2009 for $102.14 million.

LED Roadway Lighting Ltd. designs and manufactures light-emitting diode (LED) based street, roadway, and area lighting fixtures and control systems. Its products are used in street lighting, outdoor area, pathway, building exterior, parking area, security/perimeter, outdoor retail (e.g. automotive dealership), bridges, and tunnels. The firm's Streetlight Intelligence division, offers a suite of integrated, wireless, adaptive lighting controls for street and area lighting applications. The company was founded by Charles A. Cartmill in 2002 and is headquartered in Halifax, Canada.

Scotia Recycling Ltd. operates recycling facilities and office paper collection program. It collects and processes recyclable materials and pick up and collection services. The company was founded in 1976 and is headquartered in Dartmouth, Canada.

Crown Fibre Tube, Inc. manufactures spiral-wound paper tubes. It offers paper, flexible packaging, carpet and textiles, wire and rope, construction, shipping, storage and mailing. The company was founded in 1975 and is headquartered in Kentville, Canada.

Minas Basin Pulp & Power Co. Ltd. designs and develops hydroelectric power. It offers municipally-owned renewable energy, business case evaluation, stakeholder consultations, fuel supply, land lease, and financing negotiations, and community engagement. The company was founded in 1920 and is headquartered in Bedford, Canada.

Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Canada focuses on type 1 diabetes (T1D) research. The company was founded in 1974 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.

News Media Canada operates as a print and digital news media company. It offers research and statistics, sales and marketing tools, business, and training services. The company was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.

Advocate Media, Inc. operates as a media communications company. It provides magazine and community newspaper publishing services. The company is headquartered in Pictou, Canada.