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Michael Medline
Director/Board Member at
THE BANK OF NOVA SCOTIA
Net worth: 8 M $ as of 2026-04-29
Profile
Michael B. Medline is a businessperson who has been the head of 8 different companies and currently occupies the position of President, Chief Executive Officer & Director at Empire Co. Ltd., President, CEO & Non-Independent Director at Sobeys, Inc. (a subsidiary of Empire Co. Ltd.), President & Chief Executive Officer at Sobey's, Inc. (Alberta) and President of The Forzani Group Ltd. Mr. Medline is also on the board of Hospital for Sick Children Foundation, The Sobey Foundation and The Grocery Foundation. In his past career Mr. Medline held the position of President, Chief Executive Officer & Director at Canadian Tire Corp. Ltd. President of Mark's Work Wearhouse Ltd. and President of FGL Sports Ltd. (both are subsidiaries of Canadian Tire Corp. Ltd.), Member-Governors Board at Canada's Sports Hall of Fame, Corporate Counsel at PepsiCo Canada (Holdings) ULC, Senior VP-Strategy & Corporate Development at Abitibi-Consolidated, Inc. and Chairman for Retail Council of Canada. Michael B. Medline received an undergraduate degree from the University of Western Ontario, a graduate degree from the University of Toronto and an MBA from Mason School of Business of The College of William & Mary.
Known holdings in public companies
| Company | Date | Number of shares | Valuation | Valuation date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-09-11 | 188,734 ( 0.15% ) | 6 M $ | 2026-04-29 | |
| 2026-04-27 | 13,052 ( 0% ) | 1 M $ | 2026-04-29 | |
Thomson Reuters Corp.
 Thomson Reuters Corp. Internet Software/ServicesTechnology Services Operates as a content-driven technology company that provides professionals to navigate legal, tax, accounting, compliance, government, and media environments 0% | 2026-03-11 | 3,588 ( 0% ) | 343 336 $ | 2026-04-29 |
| 2025-07-13 | 1 ( 0% ) | 34 $ | 2026-04-29 |
Latest news about Michael Medline
Michael Medline active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
| THE BANK OF NOVA SCOTIA | Director/Board Member | 2023-08-31 |
Huron University College
 Huron University College Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Director/Board Member | - |
The Hospital for Sick Children
 The Hospital for Sick Children Hospital/Nursing ManagementHealth Services Provides healthcare services | Director/Board Member | 2022-12-31 |
Blacknorth Initiative
 Blacknorth Initiative Blacknorth Initiative is a Canadian organization dedicated to ending anti-Black systemic racism in corporate environments and empowering Black Canadians through leadership, entrepreneurship, and equity-focused programs. The private company is based in Toronto, Canada. The organization has secured commitments from companies across public and private sectors to implement pledges aimed at fostering diversity and inclusion, increasing Black representation in executive and board roles, and creating accountability with measurable goals. Blacknorth Initiative offers programs such as Vanguard Scholars, a free six-year academic and leadership development program for high-achieving Black students; the Homeownership Bridge Program to help Black families build equity; and Blacknorth Academy, which prepares professionals for senior corporate roles. It also supports Black entrepreneurs through Blacknorth Connect, providing access to business resources, mentorship, professional services, and funding opportunities. | Director/Board Member | - |
The Sobey Foundation | Director/Board Member | - |
The Grocery Foundation | Director/Board Member | - |
Sobey's, Inc. (Alberta)
 Sobey's, Inc. (Alberta) Food RetailRetail Trade Owns and operates grocery store | Chief Executive Officer | 2016-12-31 |
Hospital for Sick Children Foundation
 Hospital for Sick Children Foundation Investment Trusts/Mutual FundsMiscellaneous Supports child health | Director/Board Member | 2014-09-30 |
The Woodbridge Co. Ltd.
 The Woodbridge Co. Ltd. Auto Parts: OEMProducer Manufacturing Profile Unavailable. | Chief Executive Officer | 2026-01-04 |
Former positions of Michael Medline
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Training of Michael Medline
Experiences
Positions held
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Listed companies
Private companies
Connections
73
1st degree connections
27
1st degree companies
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Executives
Linked companies
| Private companies | 27 |
|---|---|
Abitibi-Consolidated, Inc.
 Abitibi-Consolidated, Inc. Pulp & PaperProcess Industries Produces pulp and paper products | Process Industries |
Empire Co. Ltd.
 Empire Co. Ltd. Food RetailRetail Trade Engages in food retailing and corporate investment activities | Retail Trade |
The Bank of Nova Scotia
 The Bank of Nova Scotia Major BanksFinance Provides personal, commercial, corporate & investment banking, wealth management and capital markets services | Finance |
The Forzani Group Ltd.
 The Forzani Group Ltd. Apparel/Footwear RetailRetail Trade Retails athletic apparels | Retail Trade |
Canadian Tire Corp. Ltd.
 Canadian Tire Corp. Ltd. Department StoresRetail Trade Operates department stores | Retail Trade |
Sobeys, Inc.
 Sobeys, Inc. Food RetailRetail Trade Retails food and grocery items | Retail Trade |
The Woodbridge Co. Ltd.
The Woodbridge Co. Ltd. Auto Parts: OEMProducer Manufacturing Profile Unavailable. | Producer Manufacturing |
Mark's Work Wearhouse Ltd.
 Mark's Work Wearhouse Ltd. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Owns and operates retail stores | Retail Trade |
University of Toronto
 University of Toronto Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
University of Western Ontario
 University of Western Ontario Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Lawton's Drug Stores Ltd.
 Lawton's Drug Stores Ltd. Drugstore ChainsRetail Trade Owns and operates retail pharmaceutical drug stores | Retail Trade |
The Hospital for Sick Children
The Hospital for Sick Children Hospital/Nursing ManagementHealth Services Provides healthcare services | Health Services |
Canadian Tire Bank
 Canadian Tire Bank Regional BanksFinance Part of Canadian Tire Corp. Ltd., Canadian Tire Bank is a company based in Welland, Canada. The Canadian company was founded in 2003. The CEO is Joseph Sheldon. | Finance |
Canada's Sports Hall of Fame
 Canada's Sports Hall of Fame Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operates charitable organization for sports committee | Commercial Services |
Hospital for Sick Children Foundation
Hospital for Sick Children Foundation Investment Trusts/Mutual FundsMiscellaneous Supports child health | Miscellaneous |
Retail Council of Canada
 Retail Council of Canada Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Provides advocacy, communications and education services for retailers | Commercial Services |
The Sobey Foundation | |
The Grocery Foundation | |
Huron University College
Huron University College Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Sobey's, Inc. (Alberta)
Sobey's, Inc. (Alberta) Food RetailRetail Trade Owns and operates grocery store | Retail Trade |
Sobeys Capital, Inc.
 Sobeys Capital, Inc. Food DistributorsDistribution Services Wholesales and distributes food and grocery items | Distribution Services |
Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities
 Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities is a company based in Toronto, Canada. | |
FGL Sports Ltd.
 FGL Sports Ltd. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Retails sporting goods | Retail Trade |
Pan Asia Paper Co. | |
PepsiCo Canada (Holdings) ULC
 PepsiCo Canada (Holdings) ULC Beverages: Non-AlcoholicConsumer Non-Durables Provides a diversified line of soft drinks and snack foods | Consumer Non-Durables |
Mason School of Business of The College of William & Mary
 Mason School of Business of The College of William & Mary Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Blacknorth Initiative
Blacknorth Initiative Blacknorth Initiative is a Canadian organization dedicated to ending anti-Black systemic racism in corporate environments and empowering Black Canadians through leadership, entrepreneurship, and equity-focused programs. The private company is based in Toronto, Canada. The organization has secured commitments from companies across public and private sectors to implement pledges aimed at fostering diversity and inclusion, increasing Black representation in executive and board roles, and creating accountability with measurable goals. Blacknorth Initiative offers programs such as Vanguard Scholars, a free six-year academic and leadership development program for high-achieving Black students; the Homeownership Bridge Program to help Black families build equity; and Blacknorth Academy, which prepares professionals for senior corporate roles. It also supports Black entrepreneurs through Blacknorth Connect, providing access to business resources, mentorship, professional services, and funding opportunities. |
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