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Bonterra Energy Corp. is a high-yield, dividend paying oil and gas company headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Canada with a proven history of creating growth and long-term value for shareholders on a per share basis. Bonterra has paid a monthly dividend (distribution) since inception and intends to pay approximately 50 to 65 percent of funds flow to investors. Bonterra’s successful performance is due to its experienced management team, conservative capital structure and sustainable pace of development.

CoolIT Systems works research, design, and deliver next generation cooling products that provide a comprehensive solution while exceeding high OEM standards for reliability and maintenance-free operation. This carefully designed and patented technology unleashes the full potential of a PC, providing superior cooling performance while reducing system level noise and improving reliability of vital components. CoolIT also works with the AMD engineering group to provide the Reference cooling solution for the latest high performance video cards.

Lube City Corp. is a Canadian company based in Edmonton that specializes in oil change and fleet maintenance services for automobiles. Established in 1990, Lube City provides a variety of offerings including automatic oil changes, transmission fluid services, fuel treatments, power steering fluid replacements, and battery replacements. The company also delivers additional services such as engine flushes, radiator coolant system maintenance, fuel system services, tune-ups, and fuel filter replacements. With a focus on the harsh driving conditions experienced in Alberta, Lube City aims to assist customers in maintaining their vehicles and ensuring optimal performance through its comprehensive service offerings.

HiFi Engineering Inc. specializes in the development of fiber optic sensing systems designed for the oil and gas industry. The company creates advanced monitoring solutions, including sensing cables, downhole tools, and software for data acquisition and interpretation, aimed at applications such as reservoir monitoring, pipeline integrity, and leak detection. Notable products include the HDS MiCro tool for downhole flow and the HDS MaCro system for permanent monitoring of pipelines and reservoirs. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Calgary, Canada, HiFi Engineering serves North American oil and gas service companies. The company’s technology is supported by over 33 patents and collaborative relationships with major industry players, enhancing its capacity to deliver high-quality data to its customers.

Fiasco is an artisan gelato and sorbetto manufacturer and wholesaler which prides itself on using quality ingredients and production processes. A Certified B Corp since 2016, Fiasco was named a “Best for the World” honouree in 2018. The company was also recognized last month as one of the “Best Workplaces in Canada” by Great Place to Work and one of “Canada’s Top Small & Medium Employers” by Mediacorp Canada.

BlackBridge Geomatics Corp. specializes in geo-imagery and geo-information products and services, offering a range of solutions that include satellite imagery, change monitoring, and streaming mosaics. The company provides satellite tasking, digital elevation data, stereo-imagery, and custom mosaics, along with image processing and hosting, application development, and geocloud services. BlackBridge serves various sectors such as agriculture, mapping, forestry, environmental monitoring, security, and emergency response, as well as oil, gas, and mining exploration markets in Canada. Founded in 1986 and based in Lethbridge, Canada, BlackBridge operates as a subsidiary of Planet Labs Inc. and collaborates with over 100 partners to distribute its satellite imagery and create value-added products and services across the geospatial value chain.

HPC Energy Services, based in Calgary, Canada, specializes in horizontal drilling technologies. The company provides integrated oil and gas services that are designed to adapt to the evolving demands of the drilling industry. By offering a range of tools and solutions that enhance efficiency from the drilling rig to the drill bit, HPC Energy Services aims to support its customers in optimizing their operations.

Circle Cardiovascular Imaging specializes in developing and marketing advanced software solutions for the post-processing of cardiovascular imaging, specifically for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and computed tomography (CT) images. Its primary products include cmr42 and ct42, which facilitate the analysis of cardiovascular MR and CT images, respectively, as well as cvi42, which integrates both modalities for comprehensive evaluations. Additionally, report42 aids in the documentation and reporting of these images. The software is designed to support the diagnosis and management of various cardiovascular conditions, including heart failure, coronary artery disease, and myocardial infarction, among others. Circle Cardiovascular Imaging also provides training, education services, and product support to enhance the user experience. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Calgary, Canada, the company distributes its products through a global network, serving both clinical and research environments.

Hatsize Learning Corporation specializes in providing cloud-based training labs for software and IT hardware products globally. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Calgary, Canada, the company offers hands-on training sessions for technology and training organizations through its integrated platform. This platform enables the transition of instructor-led and self-paced IT training to the cloud, featuring solutions that cover VMware, Citrix, academic, and custom labs. Hatsize's TrueLab software allows users to access complex lab environments over the internet, while its management system ensures each lab is configured to meet individual needs. Additionally, TrueLab includes tools for instructors and marketers to monitor user interactions and a business intelligence engine that tracks lab usage, providing valuable insights into partner experience and performance metrics.