The purpose of the company is to conduct the business of a treasury and financial services company within the Loblaw Group, including the procurement and provision of financial resources and the provision of services in the field of financial investments. Furthermore, the company may take out and grant loans to and from companies of the same group and provide guarantees and securities for such other group companies. The company may establish, acquire, manage, develop, license and sell securities, financial instruments and patents of any origin. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries at home and abroad, as well as acquire, manage and sell participations. The company may acquire, hold and sell real estate as well as patent, trademark, copyright, design and all other intellectual property rights. The company may conduct any further business and take any measures that appear suitable to promote the purpose of the company or are directly or indirectly related to it.