About Us

OUR STORY

Lee Valley is a family-owned Canadian business serving customers all over the world. From our humble beginnings selling a small selection of woodworking tools, we have endeavored to foster the creative spirit of our customers. While continually expanding our renowned tool lines, we have broadened our scope to include gardening tools, hardware, gifts, and items for every area of the home, offering an array of products that solve everyday problems. With 19 stores across Canada and online presence, we have come a long way since the company’s founding in 1978. As we move forward, we will strive to remain a trusted advisor and the resource of choice to our customers.

OUR VISION

At Lee Valley, we understand that the journey of creating is just as exciting as the end product. Whether you want to learn something new or develop a skill, or you’re simply looking for project inspiration, we’re here to help you make the most of your creative journey. We’re dedicated to finding and developing some of the best tools in the industry to offer our customers, and to providing engaging project ideas and plans to help turn imagination into reality.

OUR FOUNDER

Founded in 1978 by Leonard and Lorraine Lee, Lee Valley began by selling just one product—a barrel stove kit—before expanding to woodworking tools. The first Lee Valley catalog was cut and pasted together on the Lees’ dining room table. Over the years, we have built an extensive product line backed by service and advice you can trust.