JJS your solution partner
JJS provides Abrasive Solutions across the Automotive, Industrial and Retail industries with offices based in Quebec and Ontario. As the exclusive Canadian importer of industry-leading finishing solutions from sia Abrasives, Lamello, Proflex and Onsystem Technic, JJS provides Canadians best-in-class solutions through an exceptional product portfolio, key strategic partnerships and a dedicated team of professionals. Building on our decades of experience and an exceptional reputation, our strengths are our products, people and partners. With our solution-focused approach, JJS has been bringing Canadians a finish they can rely on with confidence since 1984.
Our History
1984
Abrasifs JJS founded by Jules Samson becomes the exclusive Canadian importer of Sia Abrasives, a leader in abrasives products/solutions and the third largest manufacturer of coated abrasive products worldwide.
1991
Expansion of sales activities in Ontario and Western Canada with the opening of office in Concord, Ontario.
1998
Andree Samson, daughter of the founder Jules Samson, assumes ownership.
2003
Investment in and expansion of warehouse facility in St-Nicolas increasing access and product availability in Canada.
2009
JJS expands product offering becoming the exclusive Canadian importer of PROFLEX brushes, made in Denmark.
2016–2017
Ontario Sales office moves from Concord Ontario to Newmarket. Ellen Moser-Harris becomes CEO.
2019
Abrasifs JJS partners with Lamello adding the innovative wood joining system products to their offering and becoming the exclusive Canadian importer.
2020
JJS becomes the exclusive Canadian importer of On-System products.
2020
Abrasifs JJS rebrands to JJS Canada.
2022
On a spree of expansion, JJS ties a knot with Minispot (Biel), entering the wood repair niche as the exclusive distributor across US & Canada.
2023
JJS expands its product portfolio in tools and machinery with Mafell Germany.
2024
JJS celebrates their 40th anniversary!
Our Vision
To be part of every project, from start to finish.
Our Mission
We bring world-leading finishing solutions to all Canadians.
Our Values
Collaboration
Being a trusted solution partner is about understanding, listening and working with your customers, partners, and employees. At JJS we value collaboration as a key element of creating the best product solutions for every project.
Curiosity
At JJS we are curious. Innovation and creating the best solution is important so we approach all aspects work and life with creativity, learning and a little bit of fun.
Accountability
At JJS we are accountable to our customers, partners and employees. We deliver quality products and work every day to ensure that we work with integrity to deliver industry-leading solutions to our Canadian customers.
Respect
Building a long-term partnership is based in mutual respect. At JJS we value our partners, customers and employees and ensure we are respectful in all our interactions.
Customer Focus
At JJS we are a sales driven organization, our product line, our partners and our employees are dedicated to delivering an exceptional experience to our customers.