About Us
OrthoCanada is dedicated to improving the health,
wellness and mobility of Canadians.
At OrthoCanada, our vision and values guide our everyday work. In 1989, OrthoCanada was founded by physiotherapist Judith Stanfield to support and help advance the physiotherapy profession in Canada. Over 30 years later, our vision is virtually identical, but we have expanded, and now OrthoCanada encompasses the larger rehab industry – sports medicine, chiropractic and massage. We provide professional expertise, advanced equipment, and therapeutic solutions that assist healthcare practitioners reach their goals and improve patient outcomes.
At OrthoCanada, our vision and values guide our everyday work. In 1989, OrthoCanada was founded by physiotherapist Judith Stanfield to support and help advance the physiotherapy profession in Canada. Over 30 years later, our vision is virtually identical, but we have expanded, and now OrthoCanada encompasses the larger rehab industry – sports medicine, chiropractic and massage. We provide professional expertise, advanced equipment, and therapeutic solutions that assist healthcare practitioners reach their goals and improve patient outcomes.
Our Mission
We are dedicated to improving the health, wellness and mobility of Canadians. This mission is rooted in our belief that everything we do in our work can influence and benefit the lives of thousands of Canadians, every day.
Our Values
Respect
Professionalism
Innovation
Sustainability
OrthoCanada recognizes the urgent need to address climate change, and we are committed to doing our part by reducing our emissions and working towards a net-zero future. To learn more about OrthoCanada’s Zero Carbon Building (ZCB‑Performance) certification and other sustainability efforts, click here.
Our People
We have built a team with diverse expertise, professional knowledge and dedication that offer the professional service our customers have come to rely on. Our team includes experts in the fields of physiotherapy, kinesiology, biomechanics, biomedical engineering, administration, operations and logistics, and sales. We value employees at each stage of their careers and encourage ongoing professional development. We take pride in their loyalty to their OrthoCanada ‘family’.
Our People
We have built a team with diverse expertise, professional knowledge and dedication that offer the professional service our customers have come to rely on. Our team includes experts in the fields of physiotherapy, kinesiology, biomechanics, biomedical engineering, administration, operations and logistics, and sales. We value employees at each stage of their careers and encourage ongoing professional development. We take pride in their loyalty to their OrthoCanada ‘family’.
History of Achievement
1989
Better Back Rolls is founded by Judith Stanfield, PT
1992
Better Back Rolls becomes OrthoCanada Medical Products
1995
The Original McKenzie Products are rebranded to Bakrol Lumbar Rolls and Nekrol Cervical Rolls
1999
First version of business-to-business website and printed catalog
2000
Acquisition of 7,000 square foot headquarters in Val-des-Monts, Quebec
2006
Affiliation with Motion1
2010
Launch of the K‑Taping International Academy
2013
Opening of 5,000 square foot distribution center in Gatineau, Quebec
Gatineau’s Chamber of Commerce Small or Medium-Sized Enterprise of the Year Excelor Award
2015
Acquisition of Delta Chiropractic in Waterloo, Ontario.
Construction of a 20,000 square foot distribution center in Gatineau, Quebec
2017
500 Fastest Growing Companies in Canada Awards - Profit Magazine
2018
Acquisition of Clinic Supplies Canada in Vancouver, BC.
Featured in LeDroit Affaires
2019
Canada’s Top Growing Companies Awards - The Globe and Mail
2021
Launch of Sukha brand of massage products
2022
Export Outaouais Mercador Award
2023
Export Outaouais Sustainability Award
2024
Zero Carbon Building certification by the Canada Green Building Council
2025
Launch of the PHYSIAX brand of products
Our Customers
OrthoCanada supplies medical devices and clinical supplies to over 10,000 clinics and hospital centers in Canada. Our customers also include a wide range of facilities , such as universities and colleges, research labs, professional and amateur sports teams, the Canadian Olympic Team, fitness centers, cities, community centers and seniors’ living communities.
Our Industry Partners
OrthoCanada is proud to play a major role in Canada's physiotherapy industry. Our valuable partnerships with national organizations and associations enable us to support their programs and events across the country.
Our Industry Partners
OrthoCanada is proud to play a major role in Canada's physiotherapy industry. Our valuable partnerships with national organizations and associations enable us to support their programs and events across the country.
Our Brands
OrthoCanada represents over 125 leading physiotherapy and rehabilitation industry brands that have earned a reputation for creating high quality products. Our loyal customers have come to expect excellent value in every product selection. As Canada's physiotherapy equipment leader, we are proud to offer these top brands on an exclusive basis. Our goal is to offer that same level of equipment provision to the chiropractic and massage communities.
Our Brands
OrthoCanada represents over 125 leading physiotherapy and rehabilitation industry brands that have earned a reputation for creating high quality products. Our loyal customers have come to expect excellent value in every product selection. As Canada's physiotherapy equipment leader, we are proud to offer these top brands on an exclusive basis. Our goal is to offer that same level of equipment provision to the chiropractic and massage communities.
