Guillevin Celebrates Burnaby, British Columbia Branch Grand Opening

May 8, 2026

“Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate our Grand Opening, clients, partners, friends, and members of the local business community. The energy, conversations, and connections made this event truly memorable,” the company said via LinkedIn.

“A special thank you to the Mayor of Burnaby for taking the time to join us and support this milestone.

“We’re proud to officially open our Pacific hub for Industrial Intelligence, Automation & Electrification, and even more excited for what’s ahead.”

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Guillevin | Canadian Electrical Distributor Since 1906

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