About Us

Distributions J.R.V. is one of Eastern Canada’s leading distributors of industrial supplies including tools, safety, janitorial supplies, material handling, fasteners, and many other quality product lines. With 6 division located from Sorel in the Montreal region to the Quebec Lower North Shore and into Labrador, the company is strategically located to service the mining and various other industries in Eastern Canada.

With partnership agreements in place with various industries, Distributions J.R.V. is capable of serving the largest mines and industries in Canada, as well as the small contractor who is looking for pricing and service second to none. Our geographic locations allow us to take advantage of having a local presence in most areas served by large industries and the economic advantages of strong buying power allows us to pass savings along to all our customers, no matter how big or how small.

All divisions within the company are locally owned and operated, with directors of each division holding shares in the company as a whole. This allows us to be flexible within each division and cater to the specific industry that we serve. We understand that all regions are different in what they need, so having a director in each division that has roots in the community allows us to understand these needs and adapt to them quickly.

Founded in 1946, Distributions J.R.V. has grown into a leader in the industrial supply sector, and with a vibrant and open minded management team, the possibility of expansion into other areas is always a reality for us in the future.

Directors

	Michel Raiche Director Sorel-Tracy division Born and raised in the Sorel-Tracy area, Michel spent several years in the Quebec City area after finishing high school. He returned to the area in 1989 to work in the industrial construction field. Nine years later, Michel joined the team at L.V. Equipment, as inside sales representative for the industrial supplier. Michel quickly became involved with the growth of the company, through his commitment and dynamic personality. It was not long before he found his comfort zone with other entrepreneurs and industrial workers. In 2007, L.V. Equipment was purchased by Distributions J.R.V. and Michel became the director of the division. Michel is married with two children, one boy and one girl. At work, and at play, Michel loves things that move! Outdoors, ATV, and car racing are among his interests in his free time.

	Jean-Maurice Imbeault Director Port Cartier Division Jean Maurice was born in raised in Port Cartier. After having completed his studies in Commerce, he worked for several years in the industrial supply sector, specifically in the materials management area. He worked with Rayonnier Quebec from 1973 – 1979 until he became employed by Distributions J.R.V. Jean Maurice is married and has two children, one of whom works with him (Francois). His favourite sport is hockey and his hobbies include walking, biking, and bowling.

	Don Stoddart Director Labrador City Division Born in Schefferville Quebec, Don moved to Sept Iles at the age of 5 years old and grew up in the small city on the lower north shore of Quebec. He attended John Abbott College in Montreal where he received a diploma in Business before moving on to McGill University where he graduated with a degree in Commerce, majoring in Marketing and International Business. Don started his career with an industrial distributor in Labrador City in 1992 where he held the position of Sales and Marketing Coordinator. In 1998 he joined Distributions JRV as managing director. Don is married and has two children. His interests include playing and coaching soccer, going for rides to his cabin on snowmobile, travelling, and spending time with family and friends. He also spends a lot of free time volunteering in the community with the Chamber of Commerce and Minor Soccer.

	Nico Flowers Director Division Havre-Saint-Pierre A native of Havre-Saint-Pierre, Nico spent his childhood in this community before leaving to attend post secondary education. Graduating from Edouard Montpetit College and the University of Sherbrooke in finance, he started his career with the Desjardins Group where the passion for small business took hold. He joined Distributions J.R.V. in 1998 as director of the Havre-Saint-Pierre division. Nico is married and has two small children. He spends most of his free time volunteering in the community where he sits on several boards. He also coaches and plays hockey.