CDN ENERGY AND POWER CORP.

What CDN ENERGY AND POWER CORP. does

CDN Energy and Power Corp., operating as Canadian Energy, is a Calgary-headquartered, 100% Canadian-owned distributor and solution provider for batteries, power conversion equipment, and renewable energy systems serving customers across all 10 Canadian provinces. Founded in 1987 by two brothers in Lethbridge, Alberta, the company has grown to operate 20-21 distribution locations anchored by three major distribution centers in Calgary, Quebec, and Toronto, complemented by a network of more than 10,000 authorized dealers. The company sells flooded lead-acid, AGM, gel, and lithium batteries for transportation (automotive, commercial truck, marine, RV, powersport, agriculture), motive power (scissor lifts, floor scrubbers, material handling), commercial backup power (security, telecom, mission-critical), and renewable energy (residential and light-commercial solar plus storage). Sub-brands include Canada Proof (extreme-climate positioning), Lithium Blue (recreational lithium), HELIOS ESS (wall-mounted lithium energy storage, scalable to 580 kWh), and AES RACKMOUNT (UL 9540-certified rack-mounted lithium, scalable to 180 kWh). Exclusive distribution partnerships with Discover Battery and Stryten Manufacturing anchor the premium lithium and transportation battery lines, with closed-loop inverter integrations across Sol-Ark, Schneider Electric, Victron, Xantrex, Luxpower, EG4, and Growatt enabling installer-grade system solutions.

The company operates a partnership-driven, multi-channel go-to-market combining direct sales (regional and local account managers with bilingual French/English support), authorized dealerships, buying groups, big-box retail partnerships, and an e-commerce storefront at shop.cdnrg.com. Technical sales staff at every distribution location provide application engineering, after-sales service, and product training to dealers and end customers, supported by marketing enablement for channel partners. Revenue is primarily hardware-based through product distribution, augmented by technical and professional services revenue. The Great Canadian Battery Drive recycling program has processed over 100 million pounds of used batteries since inception, and the company is a strategic partner of Battery Council International and the Canadian Battery Association. The leadership team remains family-influenced, with founder-family members serving as Chairman/CEO (Shawn Sauer) and Chief Strategy Officer (Darwin Sauer), alongside an operating CEO (Dean Smurthwaite) and COO (Brad Clowes). Customer logos span heavy equipment OEMs (JCB, CNH, Yale), commercial truck OEMs (Volvo, Mack, Kenworth, Hino, International), construction/aerial OEMs (Skyjack, Sinoboom, Zoomlion, Ver-Mac), retail (Princess Auto), and government (Skidegate Band Council).

Name

CDN ENERGY AND POWER CORP.

Legal name

CDN Energy and Power Corp.

Website

https://cdnrg.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Short description

CDN Energy and Power Corp. (Canadian Energy) is a 100% Canadian-owned battery and energy storage distributor operating 20+ locations across all 10 provinces, serving transportation, motive power, backup power, and renewable energy customers through direct sales and a 10,000+ dealer network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Battery and Energy Storage Distribution

NAICS

Battery Manufacturing (33591)

SIC

Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

Battery Cells (Li-ion, LFP, Sodium-ion, Lead-acid, NiMH) (IMAGAHAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Power Conversion Systems for Storage & Charging (PCS, bidirectional inverters, DC/DC) (IMAGAHAE), Batteries & Battery Packs (Rechargeable/Primary, Device-Specific Packs) (CRACATAG), Battery Thermal Management & HV Cooling System Service (TLAKAMAC), Battery Recycling & Materials Recovery (Li-ion, LFP, Flow, Lead-Acid) (EUAMALAE)

Keywords

• Battery distribution services
• Power conversion equipment
• Renewable energy storage
• Motive power solutions
• Automotive battery supply

Headquarters

HQ city

Calgary

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Battery and Energy Product Sales: Primary revenue from distribution and sale of batteries (automotive, commercial, marine, RV, powersport, industrial), power conversion equipment (inverters, converters, chargers), and renewable energy products (solar panels, charge controllers, hybrid systems).
2. Technical Sales and Support Services: Technical sales staff provide application expertise, after-sales service, troubleshooting, and product training to partners and customers.
3. Dealer Network Revenue: Revenue generated through network of 10,000+ authorized dealers across Canada, supplying Canada Proof branded batteries and products.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Canadian Energy distributes and supplies a comprehensive portfolio of batteries (flooded lead-acid, AGM, gel, and lithium chemistries), power conversion equipment (inverters, converters, chargers), and renewable energy products (solar panels, charge controllers, hybrid inverter-chargers) across Canada. The company serves transportation, motive power, backup power, and renewable energy applications through 20 warehouse distribution locations, three major distribution centers, and a network of more than 10,000 authorized dealers nationwide. It also offers battery recycling services through its Great Canadian Battery Drive program.

Product overview

Canadian Energy is a 100% Canadian-owned distributor and solution provider offering a comprehensive portfolio of stored and renewable energy products. The core offering spans multiple battery chemistries (flooded lead-acid, AGM, gel, lithium), power conversion equipment (inverters, chargers, converters), and renewable energy systems (solar panels, charge controllers, battery-based hybrid inverters). Premium lithium products include the HELIOS Energy Storage System (wall-mounted, 16 kWh scalable to 580 kWh with closed-loop inverter communication) and AES RACKMOUNT (rack-mounted, 5 kWh modules scalable to 180 kWh with UL 9540 certification). The Lithium Blue sub-brand offers recreational lithium batteries with Bluetooth monitoring and self-heating. Supporting products include power management devices (transfer switches, low voltage disconnects, battery isolators), circuit protection (fuses, breakers), test equipment, and battery maintenance tools. The company also provides battery recycling services through its Great Canadian Battery Drive program. All products integrate with major inverter brands including Sol-Ark, Schneider Electric, Victron, Xantrex, and Growatt.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Canada Proof: The company's product brand for batteries designed for Canadian extreme conditions.
• Lithium Blue
• HELIOS ESS
• AES RACKMOUNT

Products and services

• Flooded Lead Acid Starting Batteries Engine starting batteries with thin plates that deliver short bursts of high surge power for vehicle ignition, supplied to automotive, commercial, and fleet customers across Canada.
• Flooded Lead Acid Deep Cycle/Traction Batteries Thick-plate batteries engineered to withstand repeated charge and discharge cycles, sold for motive power applications such as scissor lifts, floor scrubbers, and material handling equipment.
• Sealed AGM Starting Batteries Maintenance-free Absorbed Glass Mat starting batteries offering superior power delivery and safety for automotive and commercial vehicles.
• Sealed Lead Acid AGM Batteries Valve-regulated lead-acid batteries with electrolyte immobilized in glass mat separators, designed for general stationary and backup applications requiring maintenance-free operation.
• Sealed Deep Cycle AGM/Traction Batteries Deep cycle AGM batteries built for repeated discharging and recharging in industrial motive and traction applications.
• Lithium-ion Batteries Lithium battery solutions for transportation, motive power, and stationary energy storage applications, distributed under the Canadian Energy portfolio.
• Lithium Blue Premium recreational lithium battery sub-brand featuring BMS-controlled safety, up to 100% depth of discharge, integrated self-heating, Bluetooth monitoring via the AES Blue app, and a 5-year workmanship warranty for marine and RV applications.
• Flooded Powersport Batteries Lead-acid batteries designed for motorcycle and powersport vehicle starting applications.
• Sealed AGM Powersport Batteries Maintenance-free AGM powersport batteries delivering reliable starting power for motorcycles, ATVs, and similar vehicles.
• Tubular Flooded (OPzS, SOPzS) Batteries Industrial-scale tubular plate flooded batteries meeting OPzS and SOPzS standards for long-life stationary energy storage and telecom applications.
• Tubular Gel (OPzV, SOPzV) Batteries Industrial-scale tubular plate gel batteries meeting OPzV and SOPzV standards, providing superior cycle life for telecom and mission-critical backup applications.
• RV Converters Power conversion devices for recreational vehicles that convert AC power to DC for battery charging and onboard appliances.
• DC Converters and Equalizers Voltage step-up/step-down converters that manage charging between battery banks (12V to 24V or 24V to 12V) and equalize multi-bank battery systems.
• Inverters and Inverter Chargers DC to AC power inverters and combination inverter/charger units for mobile, residential, and commercial power applications, including Xantrex brand units.
• Battery Chargers and Power Supplies Smart battery chargers and DC power supplies including Xantrex TRUECharge2 chargers for automotive, marine, RV, and industrial applications.
• Renewable Energy Batteries Battery storage solutions specifically designed for solar and renewable energy applications, including off-grid, backup, and grid-tie configurations.
• Solar Panels Photovoltaic solar panels for residential, commercial, and industrial renewable energy installations distributed across Canada.
• Battery Based Hybrid Inverter/Chargers Hybrid inverter/charger systems that manage both solar PV input and battery storage in a single integrated unit.
• Solar Charge Controllers MPPT and PWM solar charge controllers that regulate charging from solar panels to batteries for off-grid and hybrid renewable systems.
• HELIOS Energy Storage System Robust, scalable wall-mounted lithium battery system (16 kWh, 51.2V, 314Ah) with intelligent BMS, integrated self-heating from -25°C to 8°C, outdoor IP-65/NEMA 3R rating, and closed-loop communication with Sol-Ark, Schneider, Victron, Growatt, and EG4 inverters; scalable from 16 kWh to 580 kWh with a 10-year warranty.
• AES RACKMOUNT Scalable rack-mounted lithium battery system (5 kWh modules, 51.2V, 100Ah) with fourth-generation Dynamic BMS featuring Dynamic Charging and Dynamic Top-Balancing; UL 9540 certified in Slimline Enclosure, scalable from 5 to 180 kWh with closed-loop communication to Sol-Ark, Victron, Schneider, and Luxpower inverters.
• Battery Recycling Services Lead-acid battery recycling program accepting all battery types for responsible disposal at any Canadian Energy location, conducted in partnership with Battery Council International and the Canadian Battery Association; over 100 million pounds of batteries recycled since 1987.
• Great Canadian Battery Drive Community battery recycling initiative allowing consumers and businesses to return used lead-acid batteries for responsible recycling at any Canadian Energy location.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100 million+ pounds of batteries recycled since 1987, demonstrating environmental commitment and operational scale.
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers15 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration12 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Stryten ManufacturingcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 April 2021Exclusive distribution partnership for Stryten-Manufactured Transportation Batteries in Canada. Canadian Energy serves as the exclusive Canadian distributor for Stryten's transportation battery line.
• Battery Council InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partnership with Battery Council International, the leading trade association representing the North American battery industry. Partnership focuses on responsible manufacturing and promoting the world's most successful circular economy for lead batteries.
• Canadian Battery AssociationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCBA partnership to inform, advocate, and support responsible management of lead batteries from coast to coast to coast in Canada.
• Victron EnergycoreTechnology or IntegrationClosed-loop inverter communication partnership. AES RACKMOUNT and HELIOS batteries feature seamless CANbus communication with Victron hybrid inverter-chargers.
• Schneider ElectriccoreTechnology or IntegrationClosed-loop inverter communication partnership. AES RACKMOUNT and HELIOS batteries integrate with Schneider Electric hybrid inverter systems.
• Discover BatterycoreTechnology or IntegrationExclusive supplier of Discover Battery products including LITHIUM BLUE, HELIOS ESS, and AES RACKMOUNT lithium battery systems. Proprietary Dynamic BMS technology partnership.
• Sol-ArkcoreTechnology or IntegrationClosed-loop inverter communication partnership. HELIOS ESS bundles offered with Sol-Ark Hybrid Inverters (12K, 15K, 18K models) for whole-home backup solutions.
• XantrexcoreTechnology or IntegrationStrong partnership with Xantrex for onboard AC power technology including inverters and inverter/chargers. Xantrex brand is one of the most successful in mobile power technology.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• EnerSys: Global industrial battery manufacturer with a large reserve-power and motive-power portfolio overlapping Canadian Energy's commercial power and motive segments, though EnerSys is vertically integrated (manufactures cells) rather than purely a distributor.
• Trojan Battery Company: Manufacturer of deep-cycle lead-acid and lithium batteries for golf, RV, floor cleaning, and renewable energy — a broad incumbent in motive and renewable-energy battery categories directly relevant to Canadian Energy's motive and renewable segments.
• East Penn Manufacturing: Privately held North American battery manufacturer (Deka) covering automotive, commercial, motive, and stationary applications; a broad incumbent whose product range and OEM customer mix overlap with Canadian Energy's catalog.
• Discover Battery: Canadian-headquartered lithium and lead-acid battery manufacturer that supplies Canadian Energy's premium LITHIUM BLUE, HELIOS ESS, and AES RACKMOUNT lines; comparable in product portfolio but vertically integrated as a manufacturer.
• Crown Battery: Family-owned North American manufacturer of lead-acid batteries for automotive, commercial, marine, and renewable applications — comparable mid-sized private competitor with overlapping product and customer segments.
• Stryten Manufacturing: U.S. manufacturer of transportation, military, and industrial lead-acid batteries — Canadian Energy's exclusive Canadian distribution partner for the transportation line; directly comparable in the products it serves but with a manufacturing rather than distribution orientation.
• Exide Technologies: Long-standing lead-acid battery manufacturer and distributor serving transportation, motive, and stationary markets across North America — a broad incumbent competing across many of Canadian Energy's core product lines.

Emerging players

• Fullriver Battery: Manufacturer of sealed AGM and lithium batteries for motive, marine, RV, and renewable applications — overlapping several of Canadian Energy's core segments but at smaller scale and with a manufacturer rather than distribution orientation.

Direct peers

• Interstate Batteries: Largest privately held battery distributor in North America, selling automotive, commercial, and motive-power batteries through a similarly structured dealer and franchise network — the closest analog to Canadian Energy's distribution-first model.
• Battery Systems / Battery Mart: Multi-brand battery distributor in the U.S. serving transportation, motive, and stationary markets via branch and dealer networks — a direct peer in business model (distribution-led, multi-chemistry, multi-segment) though U.S.-only.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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