Our History - Continued George Jr. was head of retail sales for fifty years, passing away in 1994. Frank became President of Geo. Heinl & Co. in 1974. Frank was a great supporter of the arts from coast to coast, in particular the Toronto Symphony Orchestra. Frank was also a member of the American Federation of Violin and Bow makers, the International Entente, the Violin Society of America, and past President of the Musical industries Association of Canada 1981-1982. Passing away in 2003. Grandson Ric W. Heinl joined the firm in 1971, and is now the President of the company. Being very active in the shop and in pursuit of fine instruments. Ric has been responsible for bringing many fine world class instruments to Canada. Ric is passionate about the art of restoration and is dedicated to improving and refining repair techniques. This dedication has earned the shop international recognition as one of the finest in the world today. Ric Heinl is also curator for numerous corporate and institutional collections as well as acting agent to the 'Canada Council for the Arts'. We welcome all inquires, whatever the need. Consolation, expert opinion, insurance appraisal or estate purpose.