Company Research Report: Edge Imaging

Company Overview

Name and Mission

Name: Edge Imaging

Mission: To create important milestone memories and build strong relationships within the Canadian community by becoming the best and most successful school photography and yearbook partner in Canada. Edge Imaging is committed to delivering exceptional photography products, excellent customer experience, and leading in privacy and security.

Founding Information

Founded: 2005

Founders: Dave, Dean, and Mike

Key People

Current CEO: James Aziz

Headquarters

Location: Burlington, Ontario, Canada

Employees

Number of Employees: Over 450

Revenue

Revenue: No information is available

Company Recognition

Known For: Edge Imaging is recognized as the largest Canadian-owned and operated school photography and yearbook company. The company is known for its exceptional photography products and emphasis on privacy and security.

Products

Product Offerings

1. School Photography Services

Description: Offers photography for schools ranging from individual student portraits to yearbooks.

Key Features:

Secure Image Archiving: Ensures all images and data are stored securely on Edge servers in Canada.

Environmentally Friendly Options: Leveraging carbon-neutral printing processes and energy-efficient operations.

Privacy and Security: Adheres to strict privacy standards and security measures.

2. eID Digital Student Cards

Description: A digital student card that is an eco-friendly alternative to traditional plastic cards.

Key Features:

Added to smartphone wallets for easy accessibility.

Data security protocols that comply with PIPEDA, FIPPA, and CASL requirements.

Eliminates the need for third-party apps.

3. Pandemic Personal Expression (PPE) Fun Book

Description: An 80-page activity book designed to engage children with activities, writing prompts, and coloring.

Key Features:

10% of profits go to Tim Hortons® Foundation Camps.

Available to all Canadian students, personalized versions available.

Recent Developments

Recent Company Activities

2022 Acquisitions: Edge Imaging announced four company acquisitions in August 2022.

2021 Acquisition: Acquired Ontario studio Bob Johnson Photography in February 2021.

Product Launches and Innovations

eID Digital Student Cards: Recently launched as an eco-friendly and secure identity solution for students.

Outdoor Photography Sessions: Launched more extensive outdoor graduation photoshoots to accommodate COVID-19 restrictions.

PPE Fun Book: Developed and launched during COVID-19 to help students engage and reflect positively during the pandemic.

Partnerships

Tim Horton’s Foundation Camps: Partnered to support life skill development for children from low-income families.

TELUS Wise and EcoSchools Canada: Involved in programs educating youth on being responsible digital citizens and environmental conservation.

Strategic Leadership Appointments

CEO Appointment: James Aziz was appointed CEO in March 2020.

Environmental Efforts

Eco-Friendly Initiatives: Awarded multiple times for environmental focus including the Burlington Hydro Conservation Hall of Fame.

This report captures the essence of Edge Imaging focusing on their mission, innovations, and strategic initiatives that position them uniquely within the school photography industry in Canada.