History
 Grant and Jamie Menzies |
Menzies Printers was founded by Mr.
and Mrs. Art Menzies and their son Mal as a weekly newspaper and
commercial printing plant in Sexsmith, Alberta. Prior to this, Art had
been involved in weekly newspapers in Saskatchewan and as a freelance
journalist in Western Canada for many years.
In 1950, the family was joined by Ann Lozeron who married Mal and became actively engaged in the business. The business was relocated to the larger nearby centre of Grande Prairie, Alberta.Following the retirement of Mr. and Mrs. Art Menzies in 1968, the firm expanded into stationery and furniture. At one time or another, each of Mal and Anns seven children were employed in the family business. |
Son Grant and wife Jamie became
permanently involved in 1979. In November 1988, Mal and Ann Menzies
retired with Grant and Jamie taking over the company. In November 1997,
Grant and Jamie sold the office products division of the business to the
largest distributor of office related supplies and services in the
world, Corporate Express.This brought the third generation family
business back to its roots, with employees dedicated to manufacturing
quality print products for their customers every day.
Menzies Printers is now growing exclusively as a leader in the Printing
and Graphics industry. Growth through acquisition began in April 2000,
when Menzies purchased a local Grande Prairie competitor. In August
2000, they expanded into the Interior of British Columbia with the
purchase of Thompson Valley Printing in Kamloops. In June 2001 the
acquisition of Lightwaves Press in Edmonton was completed. The move into
the large Alberta Capital region positioned the company for further
growth while aligning itself closer to its supplier base. In July 2003
Menzies acquired another long time Edmonton firm, Graphic Consulting and
Services. The added staff, expertise, and equipment allowed for further
in house production and expansion. January 2005 saw another acquisition
in Kamloops, that of Commercial Colour Press, and in April 2005, Elite
Printing was merged into the Edmonton plant. November 2006 saw the addition of DF Print Solutions and October 2008, Goldstar Business Forms both in Calgary, rounding out the distribution points in Western Canada. The addition of DF Print Solutions will add new capabilities
and much needed capacity to the Menzies Group.
With a talented, dedicated staff, Menzies Printers looks forward to the challenges of forming The Menzies Group of printing companies into a competitive force in each market they serve. Menzies ongoing commitment to exceptional customer service at competitive pricing has been the cornerstone of growth for over 63 years, and will be the driving force well into the fourth generation!
Community Commitment
We are proud to support nonprofit organizations in the communities in which we live and work. Show here is a sample of the work we have done for deserving organizations
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Canadian Breast Cancer FoundationMenzies Printers has been involved with the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation since 2003 and have provided printing services for them during that period. Through sponsorship opportunities to the donation of print materials Menzies Printers has been a positive supporter for the CBCF and we look forward to carrying on that relationship. Visit their website at: www.cbcf.org Canadian Cancer SocietyMenzies Printers in Kamloops is a proud supporter of the annual Relay for Life put on by the Canadian Cancer Society. Menzies sponsored this full color double sided 11 by 17 brochure for the Relay for Life in 2006. To find out more about the Canadian Cancer Society and how to support this worthy organization, please visit their website at: www.cancer.ca 
Community Foundation of Greater Grande PrairieMenzies Printers in Grande Prairie is a proud sponsor of the Grande Prairie Street Performers Festival, put on each year by the Community Foundation of Greater Grande Prairie, in conjunction with the Downtown Association. Menzies was happy to supply the posters, booklets, and bag stuffer flyers for this popular annual event. To find out more about the Community Foundation of Greater Grande Prairie, visit their website at: www.buildingtomorrowtoday.com 
Crime StoppersMenzies Printers in Kamloops is proud to support the annual car raffle held by the Kamloops and District Crime Stoppers organization. These perforated draw tickets are created annually in support of the event. 
Edmonton Motorcycle Toy RunThe Edmonton Motorcycle Toy Run is the largest community based toy drive to benefit Santa's Anonymous in Edmonton. Kamloops Brain Injury AssociationMenzies Printers in Kamloops is proud to sponsor the annual Gur Singh Invitational Golf Tournament - a fundraiser for the Kamloops Brain Injury Association. Menzies was a Gold Sponsor of this tournament in 2006 and supplied these full colour tournament booklets. 
Odyssey HouseMenzies Printers in Grande Prairie is very happy to support Odyssey House - the Grande Prairie women's shelter. Menzies supplies Odyssey House with their quarterly full colour newsletter, as well as posters and postcards for their annual fundraising play - The Heart's Journey. 
Operation Red NoseMenzies Printers in Kamloops is happy to sponsor Operation Red Nose. Operation Red Nose is a volunteer driving service provided during the Christmas holiday season to all drivers who have been drinking or do not feel fit to driver their own vehicle back home. It is an original and free way of getting a safe ride in your own vehicle, without driving it! To learn more about Operation Red Node, visit their website at: www.operationnezrouge.com 
Peace Area Riding for the Disabled Society (PARDS)Menzies Printers in Grande Prairie is a proud major sponsor of the Peace Area Riding for the Disabled Society (PARDS for short). The Peace Area Riding for the Disabled Society is committed to enhance the lives of individuals with disabilities through "equine assisted therapy". PARDS promotes physical, emotional, intellectual and social growth for individuals with disabilities through therapeutic riding services. Menzies Printers supplies PARDS with their envelopes, letterhead, brochures, and Sponsor Handbooks. In 2006, PARDS began an exciting new fundraiser, the Medieval Festival. Menzies supplied full color posters, postcards and programs for this successful event. To find out more about PARDS, visit their website at: www.pards.ca 
Queen Elizabeth II Hospital FoundationMenzies Printers in Grande Prairie is a proud sponsor of the QEII Hospital Foundation. The QEII Hospital Foundation works with the community of Grande Prairie and surrounding areas to raise and manage funds for the purpose of enhancing patient care and education at the Queen Elizabeth II Regional Hospital. The Foundation plays a critical role in funding essential specialized equipment, major projects, patient care programs and education. Menzies Printers is a Sapphire Sponsor of the annual Festival of Trees fundraiser put on by the Foundation. We are proud to also provide printed materials for the QEII Hospital Foundation all year round. To find out more about the QEII Hospital Foundation, please visit their website at: www.qeiifoundation.ab.ca 
Rick FrancisIn May of 2003 Rick Francis tragically lost his life in a car accident. Rick was a dedicated family man, well known for his humor and honesty. This annual golf tournament began in 2004 to give friends and family the opportunity to gather together to remember Rick with an enjoyable day of golf – one of the many sports he loved. The Janus AcademyThe Janus Academy was established in Calgary in 1997 to operate as an accredited, independent, non profit school to meet the unique educational needs of school-aged children with autism. The mission of the Janus Academy is to maximize the potential of each child with autism by enabling academic success and facilitating lifelong community integration. |
Testimonials
"Menzies Printers has been a fantastic printing company to work with. The transition from our other printing company was smooth and easy."
Niki SeipertThe Eye Wear Place
Edmonton, AB
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