Bartle & Gibson Company

Specialties

Bartle & Gibson Co Ltd, Has been supplying trades in Plumbing, Electrical and Heating for over 70 years in Western Canada. We stock many major brands and Support Canadian Manufacturers of Rough-​in and Finishing Materials.

History

Established in 1944.

Now Western Canada’s premier plumbing, heating, and electrical distributor, Bartle & Gibson was founded by two Canadian businessmen who wanted to focus on relationships with customers and suppliers. In 1944 Charlie Bartle of Victoria, BC, and Cecil Gibson of Vancouver, BC, each started a store in their respective city, and Bartle & Gibson opened its doors for the first time.

1951 marked the company’s first expansion, with a branch opening in Edmonton, Alberta. Over the next 20 years Charlie and Cecil would see their business expand to cover most of Western Canada, including Calgary, Yellowknife, and Surrey. A service expansion in 1983 added electrical products to the distribution portfolio.

Today Bartle & Gibson consists of 31 branches spread throughout Western Canada, which are supplied by 3 main distribution points. Our continued growth and expansion is due in no small part to our dedication to provide exceptional service to all our clients, suppliers, and employees. We conti