60 YEARS OF TRUSTED CLEANING
Scandinavian’s team of 8,000+ cleaning professionals is responsible for putting the shine on over 160 million square feet of retail and commercial properties nationwide.
Our clients include Canada’s largest national retailers, commercial spaces from small offices to large towers, iconic sports and entertainment facilities, industrial spaces, fitness facilities, shopping centers, and much more! No cleaning challenge is too big or too small.
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Established in 1956, Scandinavian has been owned and operated by the Hay family since 1982. Their high standards – and total commitment to providing the best client service in the business – permeate the entire organization.
Family.
In honor of our beloved Founder, Leader, and CEO Terry Hay (1952-2018). Terry led the company with passion, vision, and inspiration.
He created a culture that inspired each individual working in Scandinavian to believe and provide our core values every day – Service, Motivate, Respect, Connect.
Through his leadership and values Terry Hay created what we know today as the Scandi family. We all work together to honor him and continue his legacy.
Our History
Scandinavian Building Services started as a small janitorial company in Edmonton, Alberta in 1956. This iconic Edmonton company was purchased by Terry and Wilda Hay in 1982. With a glint in their eyes, the Hays set their sights beyond Edmonton. Before long, Scandinavian had established a solid presence across Western Canada, earning a “spotless reputation” and serving a growing list of commercial clients.
Today, Scandinavian is a second-generation family owned and operated business. The company offers full-service janitorial and building maintenance across Canada.
Scandinavian continues to experience steady growth and is always finding unique ways to provide clients with innovative cleaning services that exceed expectations.
The management team is committed to expanding the business, as is evident by the consistent 20% to 30% annual growth in recent years. Scandinavian is rapidly establishing a foothold in Eastern Canada and is even setting its sights on opportunities in the American Northwest.