In the Air - HRAI Industry News

A partnership has been struck between two long-running HRAI members. This May, Redmond Distributing announced it is becoming an Independent Distributor of Johnstone Supply, marking a new era of growth and evolution for the Ontario company.

“As we celebrate our 25th anniversary this year, we recognized this as the right next step for our company as the industry continues to evolve,” says Chris Redmond, Founder of Redmond Distributing. “This partnership gives us access to a stronger buying group, expanded product offerings, and pricing advantages that would have been difficult to achieve independently. It also provides turnkey technology solutions for online purchasing and customer training through Johnstone Supply, allowing us to evolve with purpose and take a strategic approach to our next chapter.”

The news comes during a milestone year for Redmond as it celebrates 25 years in the Ontario HVAC industry. The family-run business has built a strong network and trusted reputation across the province through its Mississauga and Ottawa offices. The company is confident that partnering with Johnstone Supply will build on that success while reinforcing its long-standing commitment to customers, partners, and the broader HVAC community.

“From our earliest conversations, the fit simply felt right,” Redmond says. “Johnstone shares our commitment to relationship building, which has always been the foundation of our business, and they represent many of the same brands we do, which made the transition easy for us. They are also forward-thinking, at the forefront of technology in our industry, and we connect strongly on both business values and our vision for the future.”

Becoming an Independent Distributor of Johnstone Supply comes with several advantages. Redmond will gain access to expanded product availability, enhanced resources including new online ordering capabilities, digital tools, and industry-leading training programs such as Johnstone University. As a result, says Redmond, customers can expect a broader range of products, improved accessibility, and continued investment in education and support.

It’s a strategic shift for Redmond, but one the company is making with its values and commitment to Ontario’s HVAC community firmly intact.

“This is about growth with purpose,” added Redmond. “The industry continues to evolve, and this partnership positions us to navigate those changes while staying true to who we are. Our customers will continue to receive the same level of service and quality they’ve come to expect, just better.”