In 2007, The Tile Shoppe opened its doors in Concord, marking the start of an incredible journey. What began as a single store in a humble location has blossomed into a thriving business serving communities across regions. Today, as we reflect on our growth and the years of service, we are filled with gratitude for the milestones we’ve achieved and the people who made it all possible. This blog is a celebration of our story – from a modest beginning in Concord to a multi-location success – and a heartfelt thank you to our loyal customers, dedicated contractors, and supportive community along the way.
A Humble Beginning
Every big success starts small, and our story is no different. In 2007, we launched our first Tile Shoppe store on Jane Street in Concord. It was a modest showroom and warehouse back then, run by a tight-knit team with a big vision. Our mission from day one was simple: to bring quality tile products at unbeatable value to homeowners, contractors, and designers.
Those early days in Concord were all about earning the community’s trust one customer at a time. We remember the excitement of helping our very first walk-in find the perfect tiles for their renovation, and the satisfaction of seeing their project come to life. Word quickly spread that a new tile store in town offered not only great selection and pricing but also genuine care and advice. Slowly but surely, that trust paved the way for bigger things to come.
Growth Through the Years
The success of the Concord store fueled an expansion we could only have dreamed of in the beginning. As more customers discovered our wide selection and fair prices, we soon needed to grow beyond our first location. In just a few years, we opened new stores in Mississauga and Scarborough, bringing The Tile Shoppe experience to more communities across the GTA.
Each new store opening was a proud milestone – with ribbon cuttings, new teams, and the excitement of welcoming fresh faces into our family. By the 2010s, our name had become well known not just in Concord but across the region.
Our journey didn’t stop there. We eventually expanded eastward, opening a store in Moncton, New Brunswick, making The Tile Shoppe a name recognized from Ontario all the way to the Atlantic. What started with one local showroom in Concord had grown into a network of stores serving Canadians far and wide.
Through all these changes, one thing never shifted: our dedication to quality, affordability, and service. Whether you walked into our first Concord location or our latest store, our goal remained the same – to help transform houses into homes with the perfect tiles.
Powered by Our Loyal Customers and Contractors
If there’s one secret ingredient to our success, it’s the people we serve. Our loyal customers and contractors have powered The Tile Shoppe’s growth from the very beginning. Many of you have been with us since 2007 – coming back for every new project, recommending us to friends and family, and becoming familiar faces we always look forward to seeing.
Contractors, builders, and designers have also been a cornerstone of our journey. Many of you built your businesses alongside ours, relying on The Tile Shoppe as a trusted supplier. Over the years, your feedback, trust, and loyalty pushed us to constantly improve and expand our offerings. We’re proud to support you in return – whether through bulk deals, trade programs, or simply by having the right product at the right time.
The relationship we share with our customers and contractors is more than just business; it’s a partnership built on mutual respect and care. Your loyalty is the foundation of our success, and for that, we are deeply grateful.
A Look Back: Our Iconic Bus Ads
Some of our long-time customers may remember the bright orange bus ads that rolled through city streets in our early years. Before social media ads were everywhere, we found a creative way to get our name out – by placing our brand boldly on the sides of local buses.
These eye-catching ads featured “The Tile Shoppe” alongside a growing list of store locations. In the late 2000s, spotting one of our buses in traffic was a sign that we were making our mark. For a young company, it was an exciting way to spread the word – and it worked. Many customers still tell us their first introduction to The Tile Shoppe was seeing those buses around town.
Looking back at the photos of those ads now fills us with nostalgia. They were more than just moving billboards – they were symbols of our drive and ambition during those formative years.
Thank You for the Journey
As we celebrate our journey since 2007, we want to take a moment to say thank you. To every customer who trusted us with their home, to every contractor who built their projects with our products, and to every employee who has poured their energy and dedication into this company – we could not have come this far without you.
Nearly two decades later, we are proud of how far we’ve come, yet even more excited about what lies ahead. The Tile Shoppe’s story is still being written, and we remain as committed as ever to offering the best selection, great prices, and personal service.
From a humble beginning in Concord to countless homes transformed across Canada, it has been an incredible ride. Thank you for being part of our journey — we look forward to many more years together.