Friesen's Corporation of Altona and Puratone Corporation of Niverville Have been named among the fifty best managed companies in Canada.

 

It's the first time for Puratone.
 
For Friesen's it's the fourth year they've earned the distinction.
 
Golden West Radio and Hytek of La Broquerie have also requalified for best fifty status this year.
 
Richard Olfert is a partner in Deloitte and Manitoba regional leader of the program.
 
He says Manitoba has a disproportionately high number of companies on the best fifty list.
 
Olfert suggests that's due to the strong, steady workforce which results in a dedication to quality and high levels of service.
 
He adds companies on the best fifty list are finding the designation gives them an advantage in hiring quality people and opening up new markets.