HALIFAX, Aug. 14, 2017 /CNW/ - Clarke Inc. ("Clarke" or the "Company") (TSX: CKI) announces that Kim Langille has resigned as Chief Financial Officer, effective August 30, 2017, in order to pursue a financial position at another company.

Clarke is pleased to announce that Stephen Cyr, Clarke's Vice President of Accounting, has been appointed Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Cyr has acted as Manager of Finance, Controller and then Vice President of Accounting at Clarke since 2008 and previously acted as Senior Accountant with a professional services firm.

Michael Rapps, President and Chief Executive Officer, stated: "We are disappointed to see Kim leave Clarke and we thank Kim for her efforts with Clarke in recent years." Mr. Rapps added: "Stephen has been involved in Clarke's financial functions since 2008 and we are confident that he will transition easily into the CFO position."

About Clarke

Halifax-based Clarke invests in a variety of private and publicly-traded businesses and participates actively where necessary to enhance the performance of such businesses and increase its return. Clarke's securities trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange (CKI). For more information about Clarke Inc., please visit our website at www.clarkeinc.com.

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SOURCE Clarke Inc.

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