Vancouver Businesses for Sale
The Corporate head office is based in Vancouver and we are the leading Vancouver Business Brokers who specialize is selling businesses in Vancouver. The city, with a population of 2.1 million, is Canada's third largest urban area and perhaps most energetic city. A major seaport located on the Pacific west coast of Canada it acts as the nation's gateway to the Pacific Rim.
The Economist Intelligence Unit ranked Vancouver as the world's most livable city in 2006. The Mercer Group's 2007 Quality of Living Survey ranked Vancouver third out of 215 cities worldwide and first in North America. It is ethnically diverse with over 40% of residents having a first language other then English.
The economy has traditionally relied on the resource sectors: namely forestry, mining, fishing and agriculture. Over time it has diversified and today Vancouver has a large service industry, a growing tourism sector and has become the third-largest film production centre in North America earning it the nickname, "Hollywood north". Also, because of its good local universities and reputation for having a high standard of living, Vancouver has a growing high-tech sector encompassing software development, e-commerce and a particularly large cluster of video game developers.
Vancouver Businesses For Sale
Wholesale Distribution Company
Company Overview
This profitable wholesale trading company has achieved positive growth even during the economic downturn. Consistent sales growth in tough times bodes well for excellent future potential. In addition, the top quality products and strong sales team have created a large repeat client base. A fully integrated supplier relationship makes the order and shipping process much more efficient than competitors in the industry. With an excellent reputation and superior customer service, this is an excellent opportunity for a new owner to take this great business to the next level while enjoying the existing profitability.
Company Business Overview
Industry: Wholesale Trade
Location: Vancouver,
British Columbia
Total Sales: $5,284,449
Fixtures, Furniture
& Equipment: $63,384 (included in asking price)
Owner Cash Flow: $502,308
Asking Price: $2,900,000 (includes $350,000 of normal working capital)
Cupcakes on Broadway Street - Baked Retail Store for Sale
Company Overview
This well established and highly recognized business has earned a reputable image as one of the original retail shops in its industry. With a blend of a strong brand concept that hits a broad range of demographic, a very effective marketing strategy, as well as offering quality products made from quality ingredients, this business has thrived and built a loyal list of clientele. Not only does this business offer quality products, it also carries merchandise that is consistent with their branding image. The new owner can capitalize on this business by developing a customer database to use for email marketing to further push brand awareness and potentially increase revenue. Located in a high-traffic, high visibility area, extending celebration sales cycles of products and merchandise can also help increase revenune
Company Business Overview
Industry: Baked Goods Store
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia
Total
Sales: $834,622
Owner Cash Flow: $169,457
Asking Price: $399,000
Warehouse & Trucking Business for Sale
Company Overview
This well established and profitable warehousing and trucking company has established a very loyal niche client base that has helped drive consistent profits for the business. The company has enjoyed the benefits of booming economies in the past, however during the recent tougher times, has shown excellent resiliency as businesses have used their facilities to store product where they outsourcing their warehouse operations. With indications of an improving economy, this company is very well positioned for growth. This is an excellent opportunity for a new owner to take this business to the next level.
Company Business Overview
Industry: Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
Location: Vancouver,
British Columbia
Total Sales: $1,381,458
Fixtures, Furniture
& Equipment: $263,000 (included in asking price)
Owner Cash Flow: $266,269
Asking Price: $779,000
Tile and Stone Installer and Contractor
Company Overview
This highly profitable company supplies and installs high quality tile, granite, and marble. Specializing in large multi-family contracts such as high rise condos, hotels, and townhouse complexes, the company has an exceptional reputation for quality workmanship and is able to provide a high quality product and installation with tremendous cost savings and astonishing finishes. Historical sales have been earned without significant advertising expenditure. A new owner could expand the company's current sales volume by implementing a focused marketing campaign.
Company Business Overview
Industry: Construction
Location: Vancouver,
British Columbia
Total Sales: $2,847,000
Fixtures, Furniture
& Equipment: $99,345 (included in asking price)
Inventory:
$15,000 (included in asking price)
Owner Cash Flow: $118,750
Asking Price: $499,000
Interactive Children Workshops
Company Overview
This This profitable education support business is a respected franchise run throughout the world. The current owners have grown the business significantly over the past six years, increasing revenue by 500% from 2002. The business provides hands on workshops and nature programs designed around Provincial curriculum making it an important experience for students and teachers. Children are engaged in exciting programs encouraging them to explore the many wonders of the world through in school programs, field trips, preschool programs, after school enrichment, summer camps, holiday mini-camps and birthday parties.
Company Business Overview
Industry: Educational Supposrt Services
Location: Metro Vancouver, British Columbia
Total Sales:
$351,706
Inventory: $30,000 (included in asking price)
Owner
Cash Flow: $70,452
Asking Price: $149,500
Market Metal Manufacturing Business
Company Overview
This metal manufacturing business supplies goods to steel service centres throughout Western Canada and the Pacific Northwest. In this niche market, the company has developed production efficiencies helped by refined focus on a narrow product range. Excellent quality and customer service have fueled deep penetration in the regional market. Growth has slowed somewhat in recent years as the owner is comformable with the current business model. Management keeps things simple by selling good volume of a few key products to a relatively small number of customers. The company runs only one shift with almost no marketing efforts, and there are ample opportunities for geographic expansion and/or the addition of distribution channels.
Company Business Overview
Industry: Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia
Total Sales: $4,304,801
Fixtures, Furniture & Equipment: $1,000,000 (included in asking price)
Inventory: $791,453 (included in asking price)
Owner Cash Flow: $464,495
Asking Price: $2,300,000
Nursery Flower Wholesaler
Company Overview
This business wholesales young plants to the commercial greenhouse industry. Benefit from its great steady growth over the past decade. The company represent over 40 producers of plant breeders, including 4 of the top 10 companies in the global horticultural business. The business holds the exclusive distribution rights to breeder's plants in Canada and the US enabling it to continually increase sales volume and bring new products into the marketplace. The business has continually invested in its systems and resources for long term growth. Recently one of the largest retailers in North America started selling the company's product.
Company Business Overview
Industry: Flower, Nursery Stock and Florists' Supplies Merchant Wholesalers
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia
Total Sales: $5,465,271
Fixtures, Furniture & Equipment: $65,194 (included in asking price)
Inventory: $40,000 (included in asking price)
Owner Cash Flow: $325,374
Asking Price: $990,000
Eco/Adventure Tour Business
Company Overview
This profitable company provides high quality Sea Kayaking and whale watching tours and packages in the Vancouver Island area of British Columbia. This 13 year old company has a long history of profitability, high repeat and word of mouth business. The business has developed a great online booking system, superior supplier contracts, and an amazing web-based marketing program. The current owners have enjoyed a great, flexible lifestyle where they can work on their own time schedule. It has allowed them to experience all the region has to offer while capitalizing on the booming tourist industry.
Company Business Overview
Industry: Adventure Tourism
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia
Total Sales:
$418,875
Fixtures, Furniture & Equipment: $150,000 (included in
asking price)
Owner
Cash Flow: $160,000
Asking Price: $339,000
Professional Denturist Practise Business for Sale
Company Overview
Take advantage of a great opportunity with a well established company that is highly recognized in the dental health industry. Fostering a trusted reputation with its high-quality service, it has kept loyal customers over the years. Considered to be a "destination clinic", this company is equipped with the latest equipment uses the most up-to-date products and is known to deliver exquisite products and great service. A new owner (who does not have to be a dentist) can capitalize on the potential growth of this business by utilizing the available space and expanding the size of the practice.
Company Business Overview
Industry: Denturist
Location: Metro Vancouver,
British Columbia
Total Sales: $780,000
Owner Cash Flow: $195,671
Asking Price: $600,000
Automotive Repair and Paint Service Facility
Company Overview
This This award winning and established C.A.R. Shop Valet facility specializes in automotive repair and paint services the Greater Vancouver. Employing environment-friendly Waterborne Paint System this business caters to both import and domestic vehicles. The company enjoys and unprecedented level of repeat and referral business. The major sources of revenue are Auto Body work, refinish painting and part sales. The technicians are experienced and provide top quality repair service for all domestic and import vehicles. They are enrolled in continuing training every year to make sure their skills are up to date and exceeding the industry standards. The reputation of this business is based on its high quality work and dedication for customer service has placed them in the top echelon of the regional industry. The materials and appliances used represent the highest standard in the collision repair industry.
Company Business Overview
Industry: Automotive Body, Paint and Interior Repair and Maintenance
Location: Metro Vancouver,
British Columbia
Total Sales: $1,813,463
Fixtures, Furniture
& Equipment: $112,000 (included in asking price)
Inventory:
$65,000 (included in asking price)
Owner Cash Flow: $253,103
Asking Price: $849,000
Audio Video Retail Store For Sale
Company Overview
This profitable independent audio and video store has serviced loyal customers for many years. The company takes pride in matching their clients' requirements with the best audio and video technology available. Advancements in technology have changed the way customers view their entertainment systems and this company has been there every step of the way, offering great advice, excellent equipment, expert design and superior installation to ensure a superb media experience for their customers. With a sustainable track record of profitability, this is a turnkey operation for a retail minded individual willing to capitalize on the goodwill and reputation of the current operation.
Company Business Overview
Industry: Electrical and Electronic Goods Merchant Wholesalers
Location: Metro Vancouver, British Columbia
Total Sales: $1,935,000
Fixtures, Furniture & Equipment: $140,000 (included in asking price)
Inventory: $400,000 (included in asking price)
Owner Cash Flow: $153,000
Asking Price: $699,000
Giftware Manufacturing Company
Company Overview
This profitable business handcrafts a variety of Canadian giftware products for both wholesale and retail clients. These unique collectables are popular for their functionality and affordability. The current product mix appeals to a wide variety of retailers who seek Canadian products supporting the local market. This company is poised for growth. A new buyer could benefit from marketing to US retails, entering US gift shows and securing contracts with travel and event companies such as BC Ferries and various Conference Management companies. UPS coding was recently added to attract larger accounts.
Company Business Overview
Industry: Manufacturing
Location: Lower Mainland, British Columbia
Total Sales: $434,982
Fixtures, Furniture & Equipment = $30,480 (Included in listed price)
Inventory: $133,082 (Included in listed price)
Owner Cash Flow: $120,256
Asking Price: $379,000
Framing Contractors
Company Overview
This custom building form work contractor business has been operating for seven years. Most recent sales of $1.5 Million, is an impressive 37% growth over the previous year. Current Seller Discretionary Earnings is $339,000. Concrete infrastructure upgrades and maintenance is their core competency, positioning this company to benefit enormously from the Government infrastructure upgrade projects. Every City, Municipality, Province, Utility Company and University have budgeted for systems, services, and facility upgrades such as sewers, water run offs, traffic signals and lighting foundations, concrete manholes, etc. These upgrades require custom built form work for concrete fabrication directly on site and thus represent excellent new sources of business opportunities.
Vancouver Business Highlights
Industry: Framing Contractors
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia
Total Sales: $1,534,000
Fixtures, Furniture & Equipment: $150,000 (included in asking price)
Owner Cash Flow: $339,000
Type of Sale: Share Sale
Asking Price: $649,000
Pilates/Personal Training Studio
Company Overview
This profitable business is a professional wellness studio that provides exemplary instruction in Pilates exercise, which results in a deep sense of strength and wellbeing. As one client puts it "After the exercise, I felt as if I was walking on the cloud in comparison to my previous herky-jerky shuffle" This Studio is meeting hopes of men and women in attaining comfort through the balancing Body and Mind. The company has built an excellent reputation for providing a friendly, nurturing, compassionate and open environment, where clients can enjoy individualized and group services that assist them to discover the benefits of a proven method of body conditioning. This is an excellent opportunity for a buyer to capitalize on a growing industry with increasing seniors' demographics and to take a great business to the next level.
Vancouver Business Highlights
Industry: Recreation
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia
Total
Sales: $74,000
Fixtures, Furniture & Equipment: $24,000
(included in asking price)
Owner Cash Flow: $30,000
Type of Sale:
Share Sale
Asking Price: $60,000
Occupational Therapy Consultancy
Company Overview
This business provides various legal medical assessments to Law Firms, Insurance Companies and Governments. Clients refer individuals to this company who bears witness on functional losses incurred due to injury and prepares spcifically and carefully organized medical length reports. The assessments performed include physical, cognitive damage, vocational assessments, vocational impact both present and future, functional capacity evaluations, cost of future care analysis. intensive assessments are performed at the business location and also the individual's home. The owner is often summoned as an expert witness in court. The majority of clients are referred to the company from lawyers and insurance companies. The current owner has been satisfied with the business size, thus there is opportunity to expand the business by taking all referred cases and increasing marketing efforts.
Vancouver Business Highlights
Industry: Health Care and Social Assistance
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia
Total Sales: $215,000
Fixtures, Furniture & Equipment: $9,000 (included in asking price)
Owner Cash Flow: $144,000
Type of Sale: Share Sale
Asking Price: $289,000
Art Publisher and Online Art Gallery (Web Based)
Company Overview
This profitable business has multiple revenue streams from Collective Global Art Books, Bibliophile Limited Edition Art Books, a Contemporary Art Magazine and the definitive virtual art gallery in the world. Revenue comes from editorial fees, website fees, entry fees, virtual display space, marketing promotion, royalties, bookstores and eCommerce book distribution. The distribution is through large book wholesalers and eCommerce channels in US bookstores, Barnes and Noble, Borders, Amazon in the USA, Amazon Canada, Amazon France, Amazon Germany, Amazon UK, Amazon Australia and many more. This is an excellent opportunity for the right buyer to take a good business with an excellent world wide reputation, to the next level.
Company Business Overview
Industry: Web Based Online Art Gallery
Total Sales: $218,433
Owner Cash Flow: $153,678
Asking Price: $349,000
Embroidery, Screen Printing and Garment Business for Sale Sold
Company Overview
This diversified and profitable company has contract sales in both embroidery and screen printing. The company is a recognized leader in the embroidery and screen printing industry with an excellent reputation for high quality and service. Excellent equipment and attention to detail allows the company to excel on even the most difficult projects. Garments, caps, promotional items and signs are all ordered from catalogues or national suppliers. The company also sells directly to the public and has a solid base of repeat customers. A motivated buyer could significantly increase sales by implementing a strategic advertising and marketing campaign, hiring additional staff and adding shifts.
Company Business Overview
Industry: Electrical and Electronic Goods Merchant Wholesalers
Location:
Lower Mainland, British Columbia
Total Sales: $404,871
Fixtures,
Furniture & Equipment: $38,454 (included in asking price)
Inventory:
$22,000 (included in asking price)
Owner Cash Flow: $85,336
Asking Price: $179,000
Cupcakes on Denman Street - Baked Retail Store for Sale Sold
Company Overview
An exciting franchise opportunity! The original Cupcakes bakery has a high traffic location on Denman Street for sale. Cupcakes is a profitable and popular retail bakery, which bakes fresh from scratch old-fashioned Cupcakes, cakes and other nostalgic goodies. In addition to the core baked goods, Cupcakes retails branded merchandise, caters for weddings and services corporate events. The Cupcakes brand is girlie, hip, and fun. It is also indulgent and retro. the business appeals to a broad demographic ranging from children who only want "Cupcakes" cupcakes for their birthday parties to professionals seeking something with character for their events. This is a great opportunity for a buyer to capitalize on a growing market with a quality brand and proven system.
Company Business Overview
Industry: Baked Goods Store
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia
Total
Sales: $811,467
Owner Cash Flow: $128,368
Asking Price: $325,000
Custom Insulation Services Sold
Company Overview
This profitable Canadian based custom insulation services company is committed to deliverying the highest quality products with a level of services that is second to none. The company deals with all boat builders, engine and heavy equipment manufacturers. Specializing in custom built removable insulation blankets designed to specific customer specifications. The Company has built a very strong reputation in the industry. High demand for custom built removable insulation blankets in wide variety of industries means this business has significant upside potential. This is a great opportunity for a new buyer to take the business to the next level.
Company Business Overview
Industry: Miscellaneous Manufacturing
Location: Vancouver, British
Columbia
Size of Premises: 2,180 sq.ft
Employees: 1 Ft
Total
Sales = $296,773
Fixtures, Furniture & Equipment = $20,775
(Included in listed price)
Real Estate = $399,000 (Not included in
asking price, but can be purchased separately)
Inventory = $30,000
(Included in listed price)
Owner Cash Flow: = $175,728
Asking Price: $235,000
Wholesale Meat Distributor SOLD
Company Overview
This well run import, processing and distribution company affords an excellent opportunity for the expansion of complementary industry acquirers or for new market entrants. With key staff in place, new ownership need only provide upper level guidance and leave operations to managers. Because of strong market relationships and regional distribution rights, its supply and income stream are well protected. at the same time, there remains ample room for growth particularly for a buyer with the ability to expand distribution east of the Rockies. This is an excellent opportunity to take a family business to the next level.
Company Business Overview
Industry: Meat and Meat Products Merchant
Total Sales: $10,000,000
Owner Cash Flow: $422,000
Asking Price: Please contact us for more information
Automotive Repair Frachise SOLD
Company Overview
This auto repair and maintenance franchise has 6 bays and 7 hoists. It has an established repeat customer base and strong history of operations since 1976. It has high customer retention management and a customer database with 12 years of customer history. The equipment is in great condition. Systematic retail and supplier relationships are in place as well as an expanding line of products. Strategic alliances for parts distribution support the franchisee network. The well trained Technicians are willing to stay on. This is a hands-on business, which requires an owner's involvement on a day to day basis. Typically cost to create would be $150,000 depending on the market area.
Company Business Overview
Industry: Automotive Repair
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia
Size of Premises: 3,600 sq.ft
Employees: 3 Ft
Total Revenues: FYE 2007 = $499,800
Cash Flow: FYE 2007 = $65,000
Type of Sale: Share Sale
Asking Price: $180,000
Janitorial Franchise SOLD
Company Overview
A cleaning service that provides a full range of janitorial services including comprehensive regular cleaning, caretaker services, building repairs, maintenance services, and emergency 24-hour on-call service as well as add on services for commercial customers. It has many established commercial accounts. This is an opportunity to benefit from the proven systems and good Franchisor support. The business has a highly regarded reputation in the region for professional, dependable service that attracts many new clients which is evidenced by the fact that the majority of new customers and leads are generated through referrals and word of mouth advertising. Recession proof and steady all season business.
Company Business Overview
Industry: Janitorial
Franchise
Location: Vancouver, BC
Employees: 2 FT & 1 Pt
Revenues
2007: $1,100,000
Owner Income (after tax) $180,000
Asking Price: $460,000
Licensed Restaurant SOLD
Company Overview
A popular 52 seat breakfast and lunch restaurant serving great food since 2000 with a large local following. Located in an area where many people choose to stroll along and browse the shops. The business is the best known and recognized restaurant of its type in Vancouver. It has a snug and cozy atmosphere, fast service and a creative menu. There is usually a line up to get a table. This business has a higher price point for breakfast than average for it is connected to 3 affluent neighbourhoods and it has a great reputation. The business is fully licensed with all government agencies and Liquor, Food and Safety are all in good standing. The business is currently operated by a manager. If a new owner was to operate the business the SDE would be increased.
Company Business Overview
Industry: Restaurant
Location: Vancouver, BC
Company Founded: 2000
Size
of Premises: 3,000 Sq. ft.
Employees: 12 Ft.
Revenue: 4-year
weighted average $628,710
Absentee Owner
Income: 4-year
weighted average $48,605
Type of Sale: Share
Sale
Asking Price: $150,000
Please contact us if you would like to enquire as to what other Vancouver Businesses we have for sale or if you would like to talk about selling your business.
