Glen Dimplex Americas Announces New Agency Partnerships in BC, Alberta, and Ontario

July 4, 2025

Glen Dimplex Americas is proud to announce new agency partnerships that complete their nationwide coverage of the Electrical Distribution market across Canada.

Adanac Sales LLP Sales will represent Glen Dimplex Americas in British Columbia.

“Established in 1991 with offices in Victoria, the Vancouver area, and Kelowna, Adanac Sales LLP is a respected force in their region—and we’re thrilled to team up,” the company said on LinkedIn.

McKenna Agencies joins Glen Dimplex Americas to serve Alberta.

“With a strong presence since 1988 and a history of working with industry-leading manufacturers, McKenna Agencies is a strategic fit for the our ambitious growth.”

TESRA Inc. will lead coverage in Ontario, excluding the Ottawa region (represented by EDP) and Northwestern Ontario (covered by Hi-Tech Sales).

“TESRA Inc. brings deep expertise in electrical specification and is committed to professionalism, service, and integrity.”

“With these additions, Glen Dimplex Americas proudly reaffirms our presence in the Canadian Electrical Distribution market—coast to coast!”

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