Smoothwater Capital

Smoothwater Capital Corporation operates as an activist investment fund, deploying its capital into small to mid-cap Canadian public companies. The firm acquires significant equity stakes, actively engaging with portfolio company management and boards. This direct involvement implements strategic, operational, and governance changes, aiming to unlock shareholder value and enhance long-term corporate performance.

Established in 2013, Smoothwater Capital was founded by Garfield Mitchell, Chairman, and Stephen J. Griggs, CEO. Their insight centered on realizing untapped value within Canadian small and mid-cap public companies. They aimed to achieve this potential through direct, engaged shareholder intervention and a focused activist investment strategy in the Canadian market.

The firm targets Canadian public companies in the small to mid-cap sector, identifying entities ripe for operational or strategic improvement. Smoothwater Capital's vision is to be a catalyst for enhanced corporate governance and financial performance, driving superior returns for all shareholders. It strives to foster sustainable growth and increased enterprise value.