True North Energy was founded in 1999, through a 50/50 partnership between The Lyden Family (established in 1919) and Shell O ... il US. The Lyden Family has been in business for over 100 years with the third and fourth generations presently at the helm. True North Energy offers fuel and convenience items through its truenorth branded stores, in addition to supplying fuel to around 200 dealers. truenorth stores have an ever-growing footprint with sites primarily located in Northern Michigan, Chicago, and most major markets in Ohio. The company is honored to have over 1,000 hardworking and dedicated employees and prides itself on being a premier Shell distributor through its fast, friendly, clean convenience stores and dealer network. read more