For Immediate Release
TORONTO, ON – July 2026 – John Brooks, a trusted leader in fluid handling technology for 88 years, is pleased to announce that it has been named a recipient of the 2026 Canadian Business Excellence Award for Private Businesses, presented by Excellence Canada.
The Canadian Business Excellence Awards recognize private organizations that demonstrate exceptional leadership, organizational performance, and a commitment to building strong workplace cultures. John Brooks was selected through a rigorous evaluation process that assessed its business practices, leadership, and long-term commitment to excellence.
"We are proud to recognize John Brooks as a recipient of the Canadian Business Excellence Award," said Sean Slater, President & CEO of Excellence Canada. "Their commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, employee engagement, and customer excellence exemplifies the leadership and resilience that strengthen Canada's business community. John Brooks is building a high-performing organization that creates lasting value for its employees, customers, partners, and communities."
For John Brooks, the award reflects nearly 90 years of investing in its people, building lasting partnerships, and striving for continuous improvement.
"We're honoured to receive this recognition, which is truly a reflection of our people," said Cory Minkhorst, Co-CEO of John Brooks. "As a people-first business, this award belongs to our entire team and recognizes their passion, dedication, and continued commitment to excellence. Every day, they go above and beyond to support one another, serve our customers, and strengthen the partnerships that have defined John Brooks for nearly a century. We're incredibly proud to celebrate this achievement together."
This year's award marks the 10th anniversary of the Canadian Business Excellence Awards, celebrating organizations that are helping shape the future of Canadian business through resilience, strong performance, and forward-thinking leadership.
The award will be presented at the 2026 Canadian Business Excellence Awards Ceremony on September 23, 2026, at the Eglinton Grand in Toronto.
About Excellence Canada:
Excellence Canada is an independent, not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing organizational excellence across Canada. Through national standards, certification programs, and recognition initiatives, Excellence Canada helps organizations improve performance and achieve sustainable success.
About John Brooks:
Since 1938, John Brooks has been solving fluid handling challenges for our customers through the people and products we stand behind. We take pride in our legacy as an independently owned, fourth-generation business that puts our people first. Our portfolio includes pumps, spraying equipment, filtration products, valves, and custom- engineered systems for the simplest and most complicated industrial and municipal applications.
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