GFL is One of Canada’s Leading Integrated Solid and Liquid Waste Companies.

ATLANTA, GA (November 30, 2010) – Roark Capital Group, an Atlanta-based private equity firm, announced today that its affiliate made a C$105 million equity commitment to GFL Waste & Recycling Solutions Corp. Headquartered in Pickering, Ontario, GFL is one of Canada’s leading environmental services firms. Roark invested C$60 million at closing and has committed C$45 million more for organic and acquisition growth opportunities.

Founded by its CEO, Patrick Dovigi, GFL has operations in solid waste collection and transfer stations; liquid waste collection and treatment; and soil remediation services. The Company operates from 19 locations throughout the Canadian provinces of Ontario, Manitoba, Alberta and British Columbia.