Cober acquires Alberta-based West Canadian Digital Imaging (WCD) print division

Cober Solutions, Kitchener Ontario, announced the acquisition of Alberta-based West Canadian Digital Imaging (WCD) digital print and wide format signage division. This strategic acquisition marks a significant milestone in Cober’s history and reinforces their commitment to delivering brand solutions nationwide, the company said. Terms weren’t disclosed but the deal is expected to be finalized by Sept. 30.

This acquisition will provide their collective customer base the ability to print and fulfill to over 80% of the Canadian population in a cost-effective, timely manner while significantly reducing the emissions produced through cross-country shipping.

“We are thrilled to welcome WCD’s print and signage Teams into the Cober family,” said Todd Cober, President. “WCD’s exceptional talent and production capabilities will further enhance our ability to support our National customers, and we are truly excited for this next chapter of growth. With this investment we will now be able to offer our collective customer base the competitive advantage of cost-effective, timely and sustainable shipping. I would also like to thank the Brookman family. I am very cognizant as to how much this portion of the business means to them and I do not take the trust that they are putting into our Team lightly.”

The acquisition will bring together two highly respected companies to create a world-class national integrated print and fulfillment network, according to the press release. Close to 80 WCD team members will join Cober to support the Western Canada facility.

“This is a significant moment in the history of WCD. In Cober we have found the perfect company with shared values and culture to take the deeply valued and long-standing print and signage division of our company to a new level,” says Karen Brookman, President & CEO of WCD. “This marks a pivotal milestone in WCD’s journey and is a critical next step to realizing our vision to be a technology-led managed services company. As WCD moves forward, we will be focusing on emerging technologies and innovative solutions with the added benefit of leveraging Cober’s newly established national footprint with world-class capability and increased capacity. This is a strategic opportunity that truly benefits all parties involved.”

In December, 2023, the Dead Pixels Society hosted , Lindsay Duprey, COO of WCD, who talked about the company, its background, and the launch of its consumer site, Curavate. Listen below: