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Sparta Capital Management Ltd. — Management Reports 2021
Mar 2, 2021
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SPARTA™
SPARTA CAPITAL LTD.
(o/a SPARTA GROUP)
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
OF
FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
("MD&A")
FOR THE THREE MONTH PERIODS
ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2020 AND 2019
Dated March 1, 2021
390 Bay Street, Suite 1400
Toronto, ON M5H 2Y2
www.spartagroup.ca
SPARTA CAPITAL LTD.
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2020 & 2019
The following management's discussion and analysis ("MD&A") explains the variations in the consolidated operating results, financial position and cash flows of Sparta Capital Ltd. ("Sparta", "Sparta Group", the "Company", the "Corporation", "We", "Us" or "Our") for the three months ended December 31, 2020. This MD&A should be read in conjunction with the Company's audited consolidated financial statements for the years ended September 30, 2020 and 2019, which have been prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards ("IFRS") as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board ("IASB").
The Company's accounting policies under IFRS are set out in Note 4 of the audited consolidated financial statements for the years ended September 30, 2020 and 2019.
All amounts are in Canadian dollars.
The discussion in this management's discussion and analysis focuses on this year.
Forward Looking Statements and Risks
Certain statements included in this discussion may constitute forward-looking statements that involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of the Corporation, or industry results, to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such factors include changes in government regulations, general economic conditions and business conditions, ability to raise debt or equity financing as required to fund operations, ability to convert long term investments into cash through the sale of all or part of investments, foreign currency exposure, supplier constraints, transportation constraints, emissions standards, fuel prices, product quality and safety, alternative and competing products, protection of intellectual property, the findings resultant to due diligence programs, the results of product certification testing, the ability to attract and retain employees, sales agents and service personnel in Canada and in international markets, the actions of current and future competitors, future claims or litigation, the speculative nature of product research and development, and other factors that may affect demand for the Corporation's products and services and the ability of the Corporation to implement its business strategy and/or generate profit.
The words "may", "would", "could", "will", "likely", "estimate", "believe", "expect", "plan", "forecast", "is to be", "intend", "anticipate" and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Although Sparta has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking statements, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Sparta does not undertake to update any forward-looking statements that are incorporated by reference herein, except in accordance with applicable securities laws.
Overview
As we mark the one year point of the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic we can safely say that we have all learned a great deal. At the beginning of the crisis doctors scrambled to save lives but still over one million people died. Now they've discovered how to better treat COVID-19 patients and thus save more lives. At the same time, we are seeing people around the world get vaccinated against the virus, making this the fastest vaccine ever developed. We see the optimism in this and how it relates to climate change. For every problem, there is a solution when the will to succeed exists. The climate crisis has always been on the minds of business leaders, academics, and even government officials; however, COVID-19 has taught all of these people what is possible. In fact, a recent report by Reuters shows that more investors than ever before are calling for companies to address climate change as opposed to just talk about it. In the United States, 79 climate-related resolutions have been filed so far this year. There were just 72 filed for the entire year in 2020. Furthermore, both public health and global climate officials have pointed out that there is a real connection between climate change and pathogens. They say that many of the causes of climate change also increase the risk of pandemics.
SPARTA CAPITAL LTD.
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2020 & 2019
Sparta Group and its various company verticals have been incubating much-needed energy solutions to be provided to commercial and industrial clients, so they can reduce their energy consumption, transform waste, lower their carbon footprint, save money and contribute to a cleaner, greener planet. As our customers benefit from our environmental technologies, we also felt that in light of the worldwide pandemic, and our access to some of the country's most talented experts in science and engineering, we could also assist businesses that are in desperate search of safety solutions, during times like the COVID-19 crisis.
While our Company has continued to operate as a environmental solutions and services provider when it comes to reducing carbon emissions, finding energy efficiencies, and upcycling waste, we have been able to add COVID-19 Safety programs to our portfolio. We knew after a comprehensive review of operating procedures that we would be able to weather the pandemic and continue our work in all our divisions, while also maintaining high safety standards for our team. We then felt the next step should be helping other businesses secure much-needed personal protective equipment (PPE). We quickly established a process to streamline the acquisition of PPE for customers in various sectors, including the health and wellness sector. This was just one way we became part of the worldwide effort to deal with these most unprecedented times. Below you will see a brief review of both environmental and health-related work in which we are actively engaged.
- Our TruckSuite™ Canada division, was formed in the second quarter, just around the time everyone first learned about the onset of COVID-19, but we expanded its product offering to include a special Warranty Financing and Repair Financing program to help take the stress out of owning/operating in the trucking industry. In addition, our TruckSuite™ entity is now well into the co-development of a line of antimicrobial formulations and delivery systems along with some very sophisticated, health related tracking applications, all specifically developed to protect truckers from harmful pathogens.
- In August 2020, Sparta added COVID-19 safety tools for application in the trucking sector and signed an MOU with Datapult Inc., designers of the Achu Health App. Together Sparta and Datapult are working on integrating Datapult's technology into TruckSuites™ TreeFrog™ vehicle monitoring system so both the health of the truck and the health of the driver can be monitored and managed. Today, we are not only entertaining questions from the trucking sector, but other industries are asking about the potential to apply the application to their workforces, thus opening up the possibility of working in other markets.
- In November 2020, we announced that our ReECO Tech Electronic Conversions/ERS International division, was in a unique position to deal with Ontario's new strict recycling regulations that came into effect January 1, 2021. Our e-waste division is one of few certified by the Resource Productivity and Recovery Authority (RPRA) to address the new regulations that require all electronic manufacturers/producers to collect and safely manage the full life-cycle of their electronic equipment.
- Our plans in plastic conversions are still an important focus as well, and as our other divisions grow and prosper, we plan to further expand in the area of diverting and sequestering of GHG emissions.
- Recently (January 2021) Sparta announced that the property it secured some years ago, was closer to being transformed into a desirable community, with ample green zones to promote clean living. Thanks to a development agreement with FLC Group, the land situated in the beautiful countryside of Prince Edward County is slated to break ground this summer (2021).
As Sparta continues to examine further opportunities to add new technologies and services to its energy-efficient and waste transformation offerings, the Company will continue to look at-ways to meet the new demands that have arisen due to the worldwide pandemic.
While plastic conversion will always be an important focus for Sparta, the company continues its upcycling efforts in other verticals to further expand its diversion and sequestration of GHG emissions. Through adaptable product and service offerings the company has not only addressed a wide range of issues, it has and will continue to secure additional sources of waste materials, including plastic.
In addition, in response to the dawning of a new world (COVID-19), Sparta has expanded its technical solutions to include pathogen fighting, and wellness applications. As well, the company has established a health specific
SPARTA CAPITAL LTD.
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2020 & 2019
division, Sparta Health Group, to expand its COVID-19 related wellness offering to additional market verticals, other than just trucking.
After all, there is no point having a green, clean world if we don't have healthy people to live in it.
Under the Sparta Group™ brand, Sparta still has three existing divisions. These include:
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Sparta Energy Capture & Upcycle - a.k.a. Illumineris is the collective term for a group focused on upcycling "lost" or "wasted" energy. Illumineris provides a complimentary suite of technologies to assist its commercial and industrial clients in receiving value from wasted sources of energy within their existing power systems; with zero cost outlay. This includes; peak power mitigation systems through energy storage technology - eliminating black-out and brown-out conditions while significantly reducing global adjustment charges; power-factor and harmonic mitigation that brings plant voltages and currents back in sync while cleaning the electronic power systems - reducing costs through efficiencies and maintenance; LED lighting retrofits - cutting consumption by 60% - 80%; photoluminescent safety products that provide required safety lighting systems with zero energy costs; and IoT (Internet of Things) monitoring systems that can measure, monitor and optimize various energy systems in commercial and manufacturing facilities; all intended to help reduce power losses and corresponding costs.
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Sparta Material Upcycling - a.k.a. Re-ECO Tech is the collective term for a group of conversion technology companies that collect waste materials with a focus on upcycling such waste streams into new environmentally valuable materials that are not only beneficial to our planet but are economically feasible as well. Re-ECO Tech's services provide viable options for helping manufacturers reduce waste, save resources, save money and lower their carbon footprint. This includes; Re-ECO Tech Electronics Ltd. ("Re-ECO Tech Electronics") (o/s ERS-International) - an electronics recycling company focusing on upcycling end-of-life electronic components resulting from our ever-increasing rate of change in electronic technology, Re-ECO Tech Conversion (where Sparta now holds a minority position) - focuses on sequestering CO₂ emissions through waste diversion and converting biomass waste into consumables and Re-ECO Tech Property (where Sparta now holds a minority position) - is a division focused on investing in early stage property development where the Corporation can look to utilize earnings together with existing synergies to implement the technologies from other business units into "smart", net-zero ready, environmentally responsible community developments; designed with concern for our planet in mind.
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Sparta Innovation - a.k.a. SuperNova is focused on cutting-edge green initiatives, especially related to combustion, the transportation sector and storage technology. SuperNova, opens up new opportunities and initiatives and will look to explore new ventures including, but not limited to, extraction of energy from base minerals, efficient products capable of powering novel generation systems and gas to electricity conversion. Under the SuperNova banner also resides the newly formed TruckSuite Canada division, which is a technology-driven support program that provides fleet Owners/Operators with many of the necessary tools to be competitive in their market. TruckSuite™ offers comprehensive maintenance, including roadside emergency assistance; emergency repair with competitive pricing for parts and labour; complete warranty coverage; as well as TripVision®, an integrated vehicle health and safety management system that presents vital information in an easy-to-understand format saving both time and money. In short, TruckSuite™ encourages driver retention between the fleet and independent owner/operator. Also under the SuperNova banner resides the newly formed Sparta Health Group company. Sparta Health was initially established to provide a more streamlined process for accessing PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), so as to save time and stress for many in the most vulnerable sectors, but has expanded to help bring solutions developed within our TruckSuite™ division to additional market verticals.
Going Concern
These financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis, which assumes that the Corporation will realize its assets and discharge its liabilities in the normal course of business.
SPARTA CAPITAL LTD.
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2020 & 2019
For the three-month ended December 31, 2020 the Corporation has realized a net income from operations of $45,337 (2019 – loss of $265,569) and has a working capital deficit of $387,642 (2019 - $2,497,778) and negative cash flow from operations of $255,471 (2019 – positive cash flow of $2,118).
In order to meet the Corporation's future working capital requirements it will be required to attract additional funds through the issue of debt or equity. The Corporation's management will continue to consider various alternatives to finance the Corporation's operations and activities within the context of existing market conditions. Additional capital requirements are dependent on uncertain future events, including but not limited to the results of the evaluation of other business growth opportunities, the level of growth in product sales and distribution.
There can be no assurance that capital will be available as necessary to meet these continuing development costs or, if the capital is available, that it will be on terms acceptable to the Corporation. The issuances of additional equity securities by the Corporation may result in significant dilution to the equity interests of its current shareholders. If the Corporation is unable to obtain financing in the amounts and on terms deemed acceptable, the business and future success may be adversely affected.
Additional capital requirements are dependent on uncertain future events, including but not limited to the results of the evaluation of other business growth opportunities, the level of growth in product sales and distribution. If the going concern assumption were not appropriate for these financial statements, then adjustments would be necessary to the carrying values of assets and liabilities, and the balance sheet classifications used which could be material.
Further information related to the Corporation is filed on the System for Electronic Document Analysis and Retrieval ("SEDAR") and can be reviewed at www.sedar.com.
Overall Performance
In spite of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Corporation has continued to serve and expand its client base;
- Helping companies optimize energy
- Providing energy efficient lighting solutions
- Upcycling mountains of electronics
- Helping e-waste clients easily conform to new Ontario e-waste regulations
- Conducting comprehensive energy audits
- Moving closer to breaking ground on a green, clean community with partner FLC Group.
- Expanding offerings under TruckSuite™ Canada division
- Moving closer to transforming waste plastic into eco-fuel products on an industrial scale
- Taking steps to help truckers, including school bus drivers, stay safe during uncertain times, like COVID-19
- Taking steps to help in the fight against COVID-19 in various business sector, including health.
Sparta will continue to seek further upcycling opportunities along with additional complimentary waste-streams to support the upcycling efforts. In support of the media attention we have been garnering, the company continues to bolster its communications platforms, including its company updates via e-blast, social media distribution and traditional media outreach; all in an effort to better inform present and future stakeholders as well as potential customers, about the good Sparta is doing. The Corporation will also look to leverage its sales and marketing channels to distribute complementary products, while looking to secure appropriate intellectual property to enhance the business interests of its divisions. Finally, the Corporation intends on an ongoing basis, to assess product performance and market acceptance of other innovative technologies suitable to the Corporation's established distribution network and executive team. Announcements about any new Sparta products and ventures will be made following the Corporation's comprehensive due diligence processes.
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SPARTA CAPITAL LTD.
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2020 & 2019
Selected Financial Information
The following table is a summary of selected financial information derived from the Corporation's audited financial statements for the years ended September 30 prepared in accordance with IFRS:
| 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| $ | $ | $ | |
| Total Assets | 3,028,310 | 2,865,311 | 8,457,280 |
| Total Non-Current Financial Liabilities | 792,338 | 330,955 | 53,404 |
| Revenue | 5,277,329 | 11,010,599 | 6,964,447 |
| Net loss, attributable to: | |||
| Shareholders | (848,420) | (470,358) | (1,760,934) |
| Non controlling interests | 12,008 | (375,894) | (205,304) |
| Total | (836,412) | (846,252) | (1,966,238) |
| Basic and diluted net loss per share | (0.005) | (0.005) | (0.013) |
| Common Shares | Common Shares | Common Shares | |
| Weighted average number outstanding | 185,787,389 | 181,898,423 | 169,568,580 |
For the three-month ended December 31, 2020, the Corporation reported no discontinued operations and declared no cash dividends.
Summary of Quarterly Results
The quarterly financial information for the eight most recently ended quarters are as follows:
| Q1 December 31, 2020 | Q4 September 30, 2020 | Q3 June 30, 2020 | Q2 March 31, 2020 | Q1 December 31, 2019 | Q4 September 30, 2019 | Q3 June 30, 2019 | Q2 March 31, 2019 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net Income (Loss) | 141,220 | (159,368) | (493,894) | (18,801) | (279,425) | (54,133) | (879,407) | (434,864) |
| Earnings (Loss) per Share | 0.000 | (0.000) | (0.003) | (0.000) | (0.002) | (0.000) | (0.013) | (0.003) |
| Total Assets | 2,971,042 | 3,028,310 | 2,865,311 | 2,865,671 | 2,939,859 | 3,320,612 | 8,457,280 | 9,267,832 |
| Total Liabilities | 3,332,629 | 3,531,117 | 5,021,585 | 4,933,674 | 4,989,062 | 5,141,539 | 10,289,074 | 10,828,943 |
All periods within the summary of quarterly results have been prepared in accordance with IFRS.
Variances in net loss by quarter is not cyclical or seasonal and reflect overall corporate activity and factors which do not recur each quarter, such as travel, due diligence, professional and regulatory fees.
Results of Operations for the three month periods ended December 31, 2020 and 2019
Overall for the three-month periods ended December 31, 2020 and 2019 respectively the Corporation realized a profit from operations of $141,220 and $45,337 and net income (loss) and comprehensive income (loss) of $141,220 and ($159,368).
Expenses
The total expenses for the three-month ended December 31, 2020 decreased to $1,312,231; a decrease of $38,923 representing an 3% decrease from the $1,351,154 in 2019.
SPARTA CAPITAL LTD.
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2020 & 2019
Cash Flows
The following is a summary of cash flows for the three months ended December 31:
| 2020 | 2019 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cash provided by (used in) operating activities | $ (299,145) | $ (255,471) |
| Cash provided by (used in) financing activities | $ (71,903) | $ 187,136 |
| Cash used in investing activities | - | $ (26,002) |
| Increase (decrease) in cash | $ 227,242 | $ (94,337) |
Liquidity
The Corporation had a cash balance at December 31, 2020 of $839,738 (September 30, 2020 – $612,496).
At December 31, 2020 the Corporation had a working capital deficit of $1,132,937 (September 30, 2020 – 1,298,193). In order to meet the Corporation’s anticipated working capital requirements it will be required to attract additional funds through the issue of debt, equity or other business means to further the development of the Corporation’s products and to provide sufficient working capital. The Corporation monitors its working capital position and makes changes or reductions in expenditures to help sustain sufficient liquidity to meet liabilities on a timely basis.
The Corporation regularly explores business opportunities as it seeks to expand its product offerings. Prior to acceptance, each opportunity goes through a due diligence process to ensure it meets the requirements of the Corporation. Potential growth opportunities may be advanced through joint business relationships with third parties including license arrangements, partnerships and joint ventures or may be internally financed through debt or equity issuances as appropriate in the circumstances.
As at December 31, 2020, the Corporation had notes payable of $803,410 and convertible debentures of $98,798.
Contractual Obligations
The Corporation leases office space and recycling facilities which require future annual payments of:
| Office and facilities | |
|---|---|
| $ | |
| 2021 | 355,521 |
| 2022 | 356,873 |
| 2023 | 356,873 |
| 2024 | 29,739 |
| 1,099,006 |
Capital Expenditures
At this time, the Corporation has no material commitments for future capital expenditures.
Off-balance Sheet Arrangements
The Corporation has no off-balance sheet arrangements.
SPARTA CAPITAL LTD.
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2020 & 2019
Transactions with Related Parties
As at December 31, 2020, included in accounts receivable is $95,954 (2019 - $90,476) related to advances made to SETA Group, a company controlled by a Director of the Corporation.
Financial Instruments
Financial instruments include cash, accounts receivable, accounts payable and accrued liabilities, and loans. Financial instruments are recognized initially at fair value. Subsequent to initial recognition, financial instruments are measured in one of the following categories: financial assets and financial liabilities measured at fair value through profit or loss, loans and receivables, held-to-maturity investments, available-for-sale financial assets or other financial liabilities.
The carrying values of the financial assets and liabilities included in the statements of financial position are as follows:
| On Demand | Less than 3 months | 3 to 12 months | Over 1 year | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accounts payable and accrued liabilities | 505,059 | - | - | - | 505,059 |
| Notes payable | 803,410 | - | - | - | 803,410 |
| Loans payable | 997,624 | - | - | - | 997,624 |
| Lease liability of right-of-use asset | - | - | 309,632 | 618,106 | 927,738 |
| Convertible debentures payable | - | - | 98,798 | - | 98,798 |
| 2,306,093 | - | 408,430 | 618,106 | 3,332,629 |
The carrying value of cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, accounts payable and accrued liabilities approximate their fair value due to the relatively short period to maturity of the instruments. Cash and cash equivalents are classified as level 1, which means fair value measurement are those derived from quoted prices in active markets. The carrying value of the loans and borrowings approximates their fair value due to the relatively short period to maturity of the instruments.
Shareholders' Equity
Authorized
The authorized share capital of the Corporation consists of an unlimited number of common shares without nominal or par value, 50,000,000 non-voting preferred shares (issuable in series, the rights, privileges, restrictions and conditions attached to the preferred shares are to be determined by the Directors of the Corporation at time of issuance) and an unlimited number of special non-voting shares. There are no preferred shares and no non-voting special shares issued or outstanding as at December 31, 2020.
The number of issued and outstanding common shares as at December 31, 2020 and 2019 was 202,870,590 and 182,265,090, respectively.
As at December 31, 2020 the Corporation had 7,473,000 options outstanding with a range of exercise prices of $0.05 to $0.07 and a weighted average remaining contractual life of 2.14 years. As of the date of this MD&A the Corporation had 7,473,000 options outstanding with a range of exercise prices of $0.05 to $0.07 and a weighted average remaining contractual life of 2.00 years.
As at December 31, 2020 and as at the date of this MD&A, the Corporation had 19,851,500 warrants outstanding, exercisable to acquire an additional common share per warrant at a prices that range from $0.05 to $0.11 per common share for up to 24 months following the date of issuance.
SPARTA CAPITAL LTD.
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2020 & 2019
Contributed surplus totalled $1,297,527 at December 31, 2020. The balance is comprised mainly of the cumulative stock-based compensation expense.
Application of new and revised International Financial Reporting Standards
The standards issued and adopted by the Company in the current year’s financial statements are listed below.
IFRS 9 - Financial Instruments
On October 1, 2019, the Company adopted the new rules under IFRS 9 - Financial Instruments which includes a principle-based approach for the classification and measurement of financial assets and a forward-looking ‘expected credit loss’ model. The standard was adopted retrospectively. The comparative financial statements have not been restated as the adoption had no impact on amounts previously recognized in the statements of comprehensive income and financial position.
The following table outlines the classification of financial instruments under the previous standard and the new classification under IFRS 9.
| Financial asset / liability | Previous classification (IAS 39) | New classification under IFRS 9 |
|---|---|---|
| Cash | Fair value through profit and loss | Amortized cost |
| Accounts receivable | Loans and receivables | Amortized cost |
| Notes receivable | Loans and receivables | Amortized cost |
| Loans receivable | Loans and receivables | Amortized cost |
| Accounts payable and accrued liabilities | Other financial liabilities | Amortized cost |
| Notes payable | Other financial liabilities | Amortized cost |
| Loans payable | Other financial liabilities | Amortized cost |
| Obligations under capital lease | Other financial liabilities | Amortized cost |
| Mortgage loan | Other financial liabilities | Amortized cost |
| Convertible debentures payable | Other financial liabilities | Amortized cost |
IFRS 15 Revenue from contracts with customers
On October 1, 2019 the Corporation adopted the new rules under IFRS 15 Revenue from contracts with customers. Under the new standard revenue is recognized from the perspective of when a transfer of control to the customer is complete. Adoption of the standard had no impact on amounts previously recognized in the statements of net and comprehensive income and financial position.
At the date of authorization of these financial statements, the International Accounting Standards Board (“IASB”) and International Financial Reporting Interpretations Committee (“IFRIC”) has issued the following new and revised standards, amendments and interpretations which are not yet effective during the year ended September 30, 2020.
IFRS 16 - Leases
Effective October 1, 2019 the Corporation adopted IFRS 16 Leases which replaces IAS 17 Leases and requires the recognition of most leases on the statement of financial position. IFRS 16 effectively removes the classification of leases as either financing or operating leases and treats all leases as finance leases for lessees, with practical expedients for short-term leases where the lease term is twelve months or less and for leases of low value items. The accounting treatment for lessors remains essentially unchanged, with the requirement to classify leases as either financing or operating.
SPARTA CAPITAL LTD.
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2020 & 2019
Transition:
The Corporation adopted IFRS 16 using the modified retrospective approach by adjusting the opening deficit with no restatement of comparative figures. As such, comparative information continues to be reported under IAS 17 and related interpretations.
For the building lease, the right-of-use asset was measured at its carrying amount as if IFRS 16 had been applied since the commencement date, discounted using either the lease agreement's implicit rate or the Corporation's incremental rate, as applicable. Deferred rent liability, which was required under the previous lease standard, is not required under IFRS 16.
Upon transition, the Corporation did not recognize right-of-use assets for low value leases or leases that have a term of twelve months or less.
The impact of adopting IFRS 16 is disclosed in the Corporation's audited consolidated statement of financial position at September 2020.
Capital Management
The Corporation's objectives when managing capital is to safeguard its ability to continue as a going concern, provide adequate working capital and maintain cash on hand. The Corporation defines capital as the Corporation's shareholders' equity and loans and borrowings. At December 31, 2020 shareholders' deficit was $280,249 (September 30, 2020 - $320,731) and loans and borrowings were $2,827,570 (September 30, 2020 - $2,889,809). The Corporation manages its capital structure and makes adjustments to it in light of changes in economic conditions and the risk characteristics of the underlying assets. In order to maintain or adjust the capital structure, the Corporation may purchase shares for cancellation pursuant to normal course issuer bids, issue new shares or obtain debt financing. The Corporation is not currently subject to any externally imposed capital requirements.
Management anticipates that, based on the amount required to fund expenses associated with the execution of the Corporation's current business plan, taking into account the present working capital and the Corporation's projected level of future income, the Corporation is expected to require an injection of capital through debt or equity financing to meet its normal operating requirements for the next 12 months. Additional capital requirements are dependent on the extent of future revenues and expenses related to product development, manufacturing, sales and promotion and in consideration of results of the evaluation of other business growth opportunities and associated capital requirements. Additional liquid capital may be sourced from the issuance of share capital, debt financing or from potential government funding in support of development of export markets.
Financial Risk Management
The Corporation's risk exposures and the impact on the Corporation's financial instruments are summarized as follows:
Fair Value
The fair value of cash, accounts receivable, notes receivable, accounts payable and accrued liabilities approximate their carrying value due to the relatively short period to maturity of the instruments. The fair value of loans payable, notes payable and mortgage payable approximate their carrying value as the interest rates are consistent with the current market rates.
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SPARTA CAPITAL LTD.
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2020 & 2019
Financial risk management
The Corporation’s risk exposures and the impact on the Corporation’s financial instruments are summarized as follows:
Credit risk
Credit risk is the risk of financial loss to the Corporation if a customer or counterparty to a financial instrument fails to meet its contractual obligations, and arises principally from the Corporation’s trade receivables.
The Corporation has $188,022 (September 30, 2020 - $331,927) of accounts receivable from one customers (September 30, 2020 – one), which represents 35% (September 30, 2020 - 46%) of total accounts receivable.
Liquidity risk
Liquidity risk is the risk that the Corporation will encounter difficulty in meeting obligations associated with its financial liabilities. The Corporation’s objective in managing liquidity risk is to maintain sufficient liquidity to meet liabilities when due by holding sufficient cash and cash equivalents to settle current liabilities and meet its anticipated working capital requirements. The Corporation had a cash balance at December 31, 2020 of $839,738 (September 30, 2020 – $612,496) and a working capital deficit of $1,132,937 (September 30, 2020 – $1,298,193).
In order to meet the Corporation’s anticipated working capital requirements it will be required to attract additional funds through the issue of debt, equity or other business means to further the development of the Corporation’s products and to provide sufficient working capital. The Corporation monitors its working capital position and makes changes or reductions in expenditures to help sustain sufficient liquidity to meet liabilities on a timely basis.
Market Risk
Foreign currency risk is the risk that the fair value or future cash flows of a financial instrument will fluctuate because of changes in foreign currency rates. The Corporation is exposed to currency risk on its U.S. dollar denominated bank accounts. The Corporation does not use derivative instruments to reduce its exposure to foreign currency risk.
Outlook
The shift towards addressing climate change is coming. The pandemic has shown business leaders across the globe that what sometimes appears impossible can actually be possible. Like fighting COVID, where it took experts in many fields to mobilize and act swiftly, the climate crisis is finally starting to mobilize people too. Sparta has been advocating for saving and transforming energy for years and is ready to help businesses meet the sustainable goals they are now establishing.
At Sparta, we’re committed to our efforts because we truly believe that the environmental technology sector will continue to grow due to demand. With a combination of advanced green technologies and a team that is equally dedicated to developing solutions to help keep workers safe, we look forward to assisting businesses and the planet over the next several years.
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