Salex proudly celebrated its 50th anniversary on Thursday, May 18th, at Ripley’s Aquarium, a location that holds special significance as one of our lighting projects. Over 800 guests joined us for an unforgettable evening of food, drinks, entertainment, and the captivating aquarium ambiance. A highlight of the night was the attendance of Salex founders, John Gariepy and Don Hopkins, as well as the announcement of Ben Fischer, Andrew Parker, and Ross Sawin as new principals, joining Paul Hudson, Nick Puopolo, and George Katinas.
In addition to the festivities, we raised $6,000 through a 50/50 draw, with Tina Rosales from HCC Engineering taking home $3,000. Our distributors and contractors generously contributed $32,000, which was matched by a $20,000 donation from Salex and a personal $20,000 donation from Nick Puopolo, bringing the total to $75,000. These funds will allow Smiles of Innocence to purchase six IV Therapy Pumps, each costing $12,500.
But the party didn’t stop there! After the event, our staff, family, and close friends headed over to Amsterdam Brewhouse, where we partied and danced the night away. It was truly a night we’ll never forget.
Pins were flying and friendly rivalries were in full swing at this year’s Scaperbowl, hosted at The Ballroom Bowl in Toronto. As a long-standing Salex tradition since 2007, Scaperbowl continues to bring together landscape architects for a night of bowling, networking, and of course — bragging rights. This year’s event landed at the perfect time, ... Scaperbowl 2025
It was all-out racing at Salex’s 17th Annual K1 Speed Specifiers Challenge, bringing together 80 guests and 11 teams for an evening of high-speed competition, delicious food, and networking. The atmosphere at K1 Speed was intense as teams battled it out on the track, pushing for the fastest lap times and, of course, bragging rights. ... Salex 17th Annual K1 Speed Specifiers Challenge – Thursday March 6th, 2025
The 7th Annual Salex Distributor Challenge was another thrilling night of high-speed competition, great food, and industry camaraderie. With 10 teams and 120 guests in attendance, the energy at the track was electric as racers pushed their limits in pursuit of victory. A huge thank you to our sponsors—Lumacell, Visioneering, and Legrand —for their support ... Salex 7th Annual Distributor Challenge – Thursday February 27th, 2025
Salex is proud to represent a range of outstanding Canadian lighting manufacturers. These brands not only offer high-quality and cutting-edge solutions but also contribute to the growth of our national industry. Some of our featured Canadian partners include: Aaline – Sustainable, architecturally driven lighting solutions with a focus on wood and metal craftsmanship. Above All ... Shining a Light on Canadian Brands