James Casey, C.M., M.S.M.
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
Renowned for his leading entrepreneurial expertise, James Casey has had an enduring impact on the Atlantic region. As board chair of Atlantic Beef Products, he restructured the management of the federally inspected processing facility, leading to its thriving operation in Prince Edward Island. Former president and CEO of Padinox Inc., he was essential in establishing the manufacturer as one of the best-known Canadian cookware companies in the country. Building on his success, he has supported a variety of community causes, including the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Foundation, and remains an active philanthropist.