听Convertus Group, a full-cycle service provider for the treatment and processing of organic waste, announces the successful acquisition of AIM Group of Companies. This marks a major milestone in the waste management industry, bringing together two of the country鈥檚 most experienced players in organic waste processing. The partnership enhances Convertus鈥� position as the largest and most advanced operator of organic waste processing facilities in Canada, marking a significant step toward its goal of becoming North America鈥檚 leading organics processor.听
The acquisition includes AIM鈥檚 facilities and operations, which were previously owned by Maple Reinders Group, an award-winning construction services provider, and its founder, Theo Van Wely.听鈥淚t gives me great honour and I am extremely proud to announce this significant milestone for Convertus with the acquisition of AIM from Maple Reinders,鈥� said Mike Leopold, CEO. 鈥淚n combining two industry leaders with successful track records, we are solidifying our presence as Canada鈥檚 largest organic waste processor, allowing us to better serve our customers and fulfill our mission to close the loop and create a sustainable future for all.鈥� t. 519 663 4446 w. convertusgroup.com 8-307 Commissioners Road West, London ON, Canada N6J 1Y4听
Since its establishment in 2019, Convertus has grown at an incredible pace, more than tripling in size. In 2022, they acquired Envirem Organics, an environmental company specializing in high-quality organic products. This acquisition marked Convertus鈥� entry into the consumer market with its first series of branded bagged compost products. Their growth continued in 2024 with the addition of an operational facility from Freestate Farms in Manassas, Virginia. Through the acquisition of AIM, Convertus Group will now be a strong team of over 350 talented individuals, with 19 sites across three countries, five provinces, and two states, processing over 900,000 tonnes of organic waste and producing over 85,000 GJ of RNG and over 550,000 tons of high-quality finished compost every year.听
AIM brings over 20 years of operational experience, serving some of Canada鈥檚 largest municipalities, including Calgary, Halifax, and Hamilton. Theo Van Wely, Founder for AIM, commented: 鈥淭oday鈥檚 announcement marks a significant milestone in our journey. By joining forces with an industry leader whose values of innovation, one team and commitment seamlessly align with ours, we are entering a new and exciting chapter. This partnership strengthens our ability to serve municipalities, businesses, and communities nationwide. I鈥檓 personally committed to supporting a smooth transition and will continue to work closely with the Convertus team to ensure continuity in operations and to pursue future growth for our combined organization.鈥�听