"After 18 years of cross border business relations, we jointly decided that this acquisition was the best way to provide the unparalleled and consistent services our clients had been asking for” says AFI's President and CEO Darrell Parsons."

AFI says the integration of the two companies answers their corporate client's needs for a greater breadth of services for business operations located in both Canada and the United States. The new entity will mean a consistent corporate culture, increased choice and a more cohesive range of security services across the continent.

"With the commonality of our clientele and the increased pressure to expand our operations into more countries, it only made sense to come together with IMAC: the biggest provider of labour dispute services south of the border,” says AFI International's Chief Operating Officer, Peter Martin.

"With this acquisition, we're able to unify our joint client-focused cultures and ensure our customers receive service satisfaction, regardless of their geographic location or specialized requirements."

"Looking at it strategically, the decision just made sense, especially given our shared business ethics, market direction and focus on unparalleled service," says IMAC security service's President and CEO James Vuksic.

We look forward to a productive future together as the undisputed North American leaders in our specialized field."

AFI International provides security, risk management, business continuity and investigative services to protect people and property both during labour disruption and regular business operations. AFI also offers pre-crisis planning and security solutions to businesses.