Laura Secord s.e.c is a Canadian chocolatier, confectionery, and ice cream company. It was named after the Canadian heroine Laura Secord. In 1813, Laura Secord, pioneer wife and mother of seven children, made a dangerous 19-mile (30-km) journey on foot to warn Lieutenant James FitzGibbon of a planned American attack. Her bravery contributed to victory at the Battle of Beaver Dams.The company is owned by Jean Leclerc of Quebec City. Jean Leclerc owns Nutriart, a company devoted to chocolate production. Nutriart is a former division of Biscuits Leclerc.