WeShall Investments, KCM Holdings and Second Bite Capital Announce Strategic Acquisition of Great Canadian Holidays & Coaches and Tisdale Bus Lines
Toronto, [September 4, 2025] – WeShall Investments, KCM Holdings, and Second Bite Capital (the “Investors”) today announced the acquisition and consolidation of Great Canadian Holidays & Coaches (“Great Canadian”) and Tisdale Bus Lines (“Tisdale”), two complementary businesses in the Bus and Motorcoach industry. The transaction creates a stronger, more diversified platform with scale and expertise to deliver superior service to customers across Ontario and beyond.
“Great Canadian and Tisdale share strengths that, together, will create something bigger than the sum of their parts. With both businesses, we’re building a platform that can grow faster, serve people better, and push innovation forward in an industry that touches communities every day. This is about more than a transaction; it’s about creating long-term value and laying the foundation for a stronger future in Canadian transportation.” – Wes Hall, Founder and Executive Chairman of WeShall Investments
“Today’s announcement is a significant milestone in the 42-year history of Great Canadian Holidays & Coaches. We want to express our sincere gratitude to all our loyal employees, customers and industry partners for their support and commitment over the years. We are also excited for the next stage in the evolution of our business, and we believe the Investors long-term vision for consolidating and modernizing the motorcoach industry will create exciting opportunities for our people and customers.” – Larry & Lorna Hundt, Founders of Great Canadian Coaches & Great Canadian Holidays
“This is a very positive and promising next step for Tisdale as part of a broader & intentional strategy to align with other high-performing operators within a shared platform, creating new opportunities for growth, collaboration, and innovation” – Felix Lopes Jr, Owner of Tisdale Bus Lines
“We’re excited to bring Great Canadian and Tisdale together under one platform. Both companies are leaders in their markets, and by integrating these best-in-class operators, we’re building a foundation for growth, innovation, and exceptional service. While our immediate focus is on strengthening and expanding in Ontario, our long-term vision is to grow beyond, building a platform that delivers lasting value for our employees, customers, and the communities we serve.” – Ankit Kamboj, Founder and Principal of KCM Holdings
“From the outset, we saw the opportunity to bring two of the most respected operators in the industry into a shared platform while preserving the proud legacy, culture, and independence each brand has built over decades. Corporations, universities, schools, teams, and communities have long relied on these operators for exceptional service, and that commitment to customers will remain our north star as we grow together under a family-of-brands approach.” – Reza Jafer, Managing Partner of Second Bite Capital
The platform will bring together Great Canadian’s strength in the Greater Toronto Area and Southwestern Ontario regions with Tisdale’s expertise in Northern Ontario, providing customers coverage across Ontario and beyond. This strategic partnership positions the company to expand its geographic footprint, streamline operations, and introduce innovative offerings to meet the evolving needs of employee transport, universities, sports teams, and private charter clients, while setting a new standard for safety, reliability, and customer experience in the motorcoach industry.
To ensure stability and maintain high service standards, the leadership teams of both Great Canadian and Tisdale will continue in key roles and joined the ownership group. This collaborative leadership structure will guide the platform through its integration and future growth.
Advisors
Harmony Succession Partners (“HSP”) served as the exclusive financial advisor to Great Canadian Coaches & Holidays and the Hundt family.
Lerners LLP acted as legal advisor to Great Canadian Coaches & Holidays and the Hundt family.
Salida Mergers & Acquisitions acted as exclusive financial advisor to Tisdale Bus Lines.
Wildeboer Dellelce LLP acted as legal counsel to Tisdale Bus Lines.
Stikeman Elliott LLP acted as legal advisor to WeShall Investments, KCM Holdings and Second Bite Capital.