BUILDING COMMUNITY
Who We Are
Driven by Excellence:
Our Mission and Values
Our Mission
To be the superior provider of construction products and services in Ontario through an uncompromising commitment to quality, innovation, foresight, integrity, initiative and aggressive performance. We will establish lasting partnerships with each customer and exceed their expectations on every project, every time.
Our Vision
The J-AAR team is dedicated to building upon the exceptional legacy of growth and diversification established 40 years ago by the companies’ founder, John Aarts, whose passion for high standards was evident in everything he pursued.
Who we are today is shaped by our journey from the past.
Explore our history to understand how our journey has shaped who we are today.
Guiding Principles
Our Core Values
Reach Our Greatest Potential
We pursue excellence and peak performance, striving to achieve our highest potential while maintaining a passion for our goals and a competitive spirit. We remain accountable and organized in all we do.
Believe in Others More Than They Believe in
Themselves
We empower our team members by providing support and compassion, nurturing a culture of teamwork and collaboration. We promote an environment where everyone can flourish, embracing inclusivity and diversity.
Take Pride in Keeping Our Word
We conduct ourselves with integrity, demonstrating ethical, trustworthy, and respectful behaviour. We embrace our family-like values and commit to doing the right thing, the right way, at the right time, even when no one is watching.
Embrace Humility and Positivity
We prioritize humility, innovation, and creativity. Our data-driven mindset and positive attitude focus on finding solutions rather than dwelling on problems. We express gratitude for our opportunities, successes, and lessons learned along the way.
Foster Respect and Care
We respect the business, family, community, and competition. Our team values care, compassion, and empathy. We work collaboratively to achieve our goals, fostering an environment that emphasizes respect and care for one another.
Community InitiativE
J-AAR's 2024 Goal
J-AAR is deeply committed to supporting our community. We have set a goal of reaching $100,000 in donations this year, and we are determined to achieve it.
Some of the many foundations we are in support of include: London Humane Society, Threads of Life, Kids Kicking Cancer, and Youth Opportunities Unlimited.
Want to learn more on how you can help Youth Opportunities Unlimited? Click to learn about J-AAR's Campaign
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Culture spotlight
Building Community
within J-AAR
We're all about coming together and looking out for one another. It's what makes us a strong, supportive team, and it's why a career with J-AAR is more than just a job.
COMMUNITY INITIATIVEs
2023 Fundraising Events
J-AAR was dedicated to giving back to our community last year. Our fundraising efforts included the Construction Rodeo, Business Partner Charity Golf Tournament, and yearly Shop Party. We are proud to have partnered with the Humane Society, where our donation helped provide vital care and shelter for animals in need.
Thanks to the unwavering support of our teams, partners, and community, we not only raised funds but also brought attention to the vital causes of Threads of Life and the London Food Bank.
Proud to support Future Engineers and Tradesperson
At J-AAR, we're all about backing talent and diversity in our future Engineers and Trades. in 2023, we were proud sponsors of two exceptional teams at the Western Engineering Steel Bridge Competition (WESBC) and the Western Concrete Canoe Association (WECCA).