Guillevin International

Founded in 1906 by François-Xavier Guillevin on Notre-Dame Street in Old Montreal, Guillevin International Co. has grown to become one of Canada's largest distributors of electrical equipment. In 1965, Jeannine Guillevin Wood assumed the presidency of the business upon the death of her husband François, and under her leadership, the company has expanded considerably through strategic acquisitions and the opening of numerous locations across the country. Today, Guillevin International operates a nationwide distribution network with more than 100 Profit Centres in key locations across Canada. The company employs over 1,370 knowledgeable professionals who ensure Guillevin's success by distributing a wide variety of products from selected world-class manufacturers including Schneider Electric, Eaton, ABB, and Nexans. Guillevin specializes in multiple product categories including electrical and lighting supplies, industrial control and automation, wire and cable, distribution equipment, conduits and fittings, heating and ventilation, solar energy products, and EV charging solutions. The company has developed expertise in key segments such as Automation and Controls, Project Management, Renewable Energy, Wire & Cable Management, Lighting Design and Controls, and Energy Management. Their specialists work closely with leading suppliers to provide customers with the latest training and innovative solutions. In addition to electrical distribution, Guillevin is a major distributor of safety products and equipment as well as industrial MRO supplies. Their competent teams are trained to provide technical support including personal protective equipment, fire products, traffic control and signage, first aid, pump hose and fittings, shop supplies and tools, and facility maintenance. The company aims to supply customers from local facilities where inventory is strategically tailored to meet individual requirements. Guillevin's mission is to be a world-class leader in the distribution of products in which they chose to specialize. Since its earliest beginnings, the company's guiding values have been service, quality, and its people. Driven by an uncompromising commitment to satisfying customers' requirements, Guillevin has established a vast network of distribution centers all doing business based on the needs of their local customers.