Who is Carter Shows Ltd.? Who are the people that keep this great company running?
Bruce – President
Bruce started in the carnival industry at the age of 2. His family was fully involved; his dad owned and operated rides, while 
his mom is a manufacturer of vinyl tarps, banners and flags. Bruce worked for many midways before buying his first ride in 1984. After that purchased two more and toured eastern USA until 1992 and bought Plaza Amusements, an Ontario midway based in Southern Ontario. Plaza worked at many fairs and festivals until 2007 when Bruce bought Classic Amusements Co. Ltd. Classic Amusements became one of Ontario’s preferred midways providing its services to over 40 events each season. Classic Amusements was called on for many events including the Prime Ministers House, the Governor Generals House, many movie shoots and TV commercials as well as a vast list of Ontario Agriculture Fairs. In February 2014, Bruce purchased Carter Shows Ltd. and amalgamated both companies and began operating both as Carter Shows Ltd. Also in February 2014, Bruce became the 55th President of the Showmen’s League of America – Canadian Chapter. Bruce has 3 daughters and calls the town of Bothwell, Ontario home in the off season. Bruce is also an avid pilot and is a licensed Amusement Device Mechanic (ADM). Contact Bruce
Chris – Director of Operations
Chris began his love for the carnival industry at the young age of 13. While working at the Central Canada Exhibition in a 
promotions team position. He had a chance to see the inner workings of a midway. From arrival, set up, operation and removal, Chris knew he had to be a bigger part of it. In 1991, Chris at the age of 15 started a concession company with his father. After a very successful first summer, they expanded by purchasing more machines and booking bigger events. In 2003 Chris opened an inflatable rental company which is based in Ottawa, Ontario. Renting bounces, dunk tanks and games, Chris kept very busy with a staff of over 20 each season. In 2007 Chris and a partner purchased their first carnival ride, this is when he met Mr. Brock. By the end of 2007 Chris and his partner had 3 midway rides plus the 5 inflatables. His partner left before the 2008 season started. Mr. Brock invited Chris out to work a few locations with his equipment. By the end of 2008, Chris had become a Full time member of the team at Classic Amusements. In 2009, Chris operated the “B” Unit which had events all over Ontario and managed the big unit when full show events performed. With the purchase of Carter Shows Ltd., it was only proper that Chris was given the title, Director of Operations. He runs our media, technical and electrical side of the show. He is a board member of the Entertainment Electrical Safety Committee (EESCO) and is a licensed Amusement Device Mechanic (ADM). In the off season Chris lives in Ottawa with his wife and 2 boys. Two things he loves most, the Las Vegas strip and a cold Redbull. Contact Chris
Tony – Show Manager – West
Tony is a well-recognized face when it comes to Carter Shows. He has worked closely alongside former owner Jerry O’Neill 
for 32 years. Tony has handled the day-to-day operations and staffing for the past 20 years. Tony has been in the amusement business since 1983. He has a daughter who owns and operates a food concession on Carter Shows midway. Tony can always be found taking great photos out on the midway, day and night. Born and raised in Belfast, Northern Ireland, Tony moved to Ontario, Canada when he was just 10 years old. He began working for Carter Shows as an independent game operator. It didn’t take long for Tony to move on to bigger things. In the off season, Tony can be found driving the streets of Thamesville, Ontario where he co-owns with Jerry O’neill A bar/restaurant called Johnny Quest. Tony is a longtime member of the Showmen’s League of America – Canadian Chapter. He is a licensed Amusement Device Mechanic (ADM) Contact Tony
Graham – Show Manager – East
Graham also known as the “Big newfie” has been working along side Mr. Brock since 1980. He has a vast knowledge of day to 
day operations of a midway. He not only runs the ticket boxes, office and staff, but also drives multiple loads every week. He comes from the far east of Canada in Newfoundland. In the off season he works on the oil rigs in western Canada. He has a love for old time tv shows like the Beverly Hillbillies. He can always be seen with a icey cold can of Pepsi or a small cup of tea. Contact Graham
Geordie – Concessions Owner – East
Geordie started his career in the carnival industry working in games for Ten Toes concessions on Worlds Finest Shows in 
1991. He spent the next 8 years traveling Canada and the United States. His love for the business grew stronger until he had an opportunity to own some concessions of his own and In 2000, Geordie moved back to Ontario and began his career as an owner-operator. Geordie quickly moved up and by 2005, working along side Tom Wilcox at Classic Amusements he owned and operated the entire game line up. More recently, he expanded his business into the food industry and In 2012 he purchased one of the largest food concessions in Ontario. Also in 2012 Geordie had the honor of being the 53rd President of the Showmen’s League of America-Canadian Chapter. Geordie has 2 children: Dustin and Emma, and can be found in the off season living with his family in the village of Dalkeith, Ontario. Contact Geordie
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The Team
