Chapman's is the largest independent ice cream and ice water products manufacturer in Canada. In 1973, David and Penny Chapman purchased the Creamery in Markdale, Ontario, a village just south of Georgian Bay. The company started out as a small creamery with four employees and two trucks and has grown into a multimillion-dollar business since then. Chapman's produces products under the company brand name, as well as store brand products. They are also known for their range of ice creams for people with special dietary needs. Chapman's Products are distributed across Canada. Production is still centered in Markdale and the company also operates a 140,000 sq ft (13,000 m2) distribution center south of town on Highway 10. There is another distribution center in Hampton, New Brunswick to serve