About Us
Powering Possibility Through Lighting
Mercury Lighting has earned a reputation as North America’s leading independent lighting partner by putting our clients first. From energy-saving retrofits to full-scale lighting strategies, we combine technical expertise with hands-on support to deliver custom solutions that reduce costs, improve environments, and future-proof your operations. We don’t just follow trends — we anticipate your needs and stay ahead of what’s next.
Energy-Efficient & Innovative
We go beyond code compliance - delivering smart lighting strategies that reduce energy use and qualify for maximum rebates and incentives.
Custom & Scalable Designs
Whether it's a single-site upgrade or a national rollout, we create solutions that are tailored to your business and built to scale with you.
Reliable Quality & Support
We bring deep product knowledge, responsive service, and a commitment to excellence that’s earned us long-term trust across industries.
Sponsored Brands
Lighting the Future, One Innovation at a Time
Where deep lighting expertise meets a commitment to partnership.
Since 1959, Mercury Lighting has specialized exclusively in lighting — helping commercial, industrial, and retail clients achieve better performance, lower costs, and long-term efficiency. We don’t just sell products — we ask the right questions, design smarter systems, and create lighting environments that work for today and tomorrow.
100%
Rebate Capture Rate
85%
Improved Energy Savings
95%
Lower Maintenance Costs
Our Team
Lighting Experts. Problem Solvers. Partners.
Our team brings decades of combined experience in lighting, project management, and energy strategy. We specialize in helping clients solve challenges — not just source materials. When you work with Mercury Lighting, you’re backed by a responsive, knowledgeable team that’s invested in your success.

Mike
President
Mike
President
Mike acquired the company in June of 1980 soon after arriving from South Africa. He has built the company into a thriving and respected business through nothing but determination, resilience, and sacrfice. He loves travelling, playing golf and is a tennis enthusiast. He continually strives to ensure his family's happiness and well being.

Shirley
Shirley
Working as a team together with her husband Mike since 1980 to create a warm and friendly atmosphere making everyone feel like family. She is an avid card player and tennis enthusiast. She enjoys her trip to Florida and loves and cherishes her family dearly .

Eric
VP
Eric
VP
With over 30 years of service in the lighting industry, Eric enjoys working with all kinds of people in creating solutions that enhance peoples lives and spaces. He is an avid father/husband, cook and cyclist.

Stan
VP
Stan
VP
Serving the lighting industry for almost 4 decades, Stan has proven his abilities in creating custom solutions for some of the largest Property Managers and Developers in Canada. He has created partnerships with both vendors and clients that create an indelible mark that is hard to replicate. Stan enjoys various sports as well as family time at the cottage.

George
Controller
George
Controller
The consumate professional, George heads up the accounting department, making sure that Mercury Lighting is always in great financial shape. He enjoys travel, golf and most of all, his family.

Charlene
Office Manager
Charlene
Office Manager
Charlene looks to keep the office motivated and organized, driving the energy with the most incredible team. She enjoys regular exercise, travel and being a mother/grandmother.

John
Senior Account Executive
John
Senior Account Executive
John has created lifelong relationships that are resilient because he cares about each and every client. He never turns down an opportunity to be a team player and service a client. He thoroughly enjoys his golf game as well as cooking and family time.

Denise
Accounts Receivable
Denise
Accounts Receivable
Perhaps one of the longest serving employees, Denise has worked and managed various departments within the office, with gusto and dedication. She currently enjoys the benefits of 4 grandchildren, with more to come.

Waheeda
Accounts Payable
Waheeda
Accounts Payable
Waheeda exemplifies the energy level and dedication to making our suppliers feel like partners in servicing our clients. She enjoys travelling around the world and discovering new places.

Michael
Account Executive
Michael
Account Executive
Michael has proven himself in developing lighting solutions for all kinds of clients, multi-residential/commercial/industrial & service industries. Crucial to his success is that he does it with a smile and best of intentions. Michael enjoys family time as well a multitude of sports.

Christina
Sr. Project Coordinator
Christina
Sr. Project Coordinator
Full of energy, Christina has served Mercury clients for over 25 years with diligence and caring. She is dedicated to creating solutions and accuracy of every order. She enjoys her time with her extended family and never misses an opportunity to share baked goods with her colleagues.

Scott
Account Executive
Scott
Account Executive
Scott has been with the company ever since he started in the warehouse and moving up to a sales position. He has proven his abilities by working with his clients in developing creative lighting solutions that work across multiple industries. He enjoys spending time with his family and seeing them succeed in their fields.

Janet
Customer Service
Janet
Customer Service
Ever the conversationalist, Janet takes care of our customers with diligence and caring. She always takes every step in ensuring effective communication paired with the best lighting solution available to each client. Her growing family gives her so much joy - grandchildren galore!!

Burt
Project Coordinator
Burt
Project Coordinator
Burt, one of our latest team members to join Mercury Lighting, has proven to be quite effective at picking up the lighting lingo. He is dedicated to client service and making sure Mercury is ready to service our various markets. His dedication to biking to work in all kinds of weather seems to be part of his resilience.

Rick
Account Executive
Rick
Account Executive
Rick brings with him a vast knowledge base, founded on knowing the right people in the industry. His willingness to share and help out his teammates is truly inspiring. Rick keeps busy with his household chores/construction projects as well as his loving family.
Laura
Account Executive
Laura
Account Executive
Laura is always ready to take on a new challenge and enjoys much success as a result. Her attention to detail as well as effective communication makes her a favourite with her clients. Laura enjoys family time with her growing family as well as travelling, both near and far.

Sabine
Account Executive
Sabine
Account Executive
Her effervescent energy is always present as she works to serve her clients - creating friendships that outlast the business cycle. She thoroughly enjoys her cottage and travelling.
Lakmal
Project Coordinator
Lakmal
Project Coordinator
Lakmal has proven to be a valuable addition to the Mercury Lighting project team. He brings to the team a technical knowledge that he gladly shares in order to better serve our clients. Lakmal enjoys his good friends, visiting his local farmers market and delving into ethnic foods.

Thana
Warehouse Manager
Thana
Warehouse Manager
Thana runs our warehouse - organizing the ins and outs of all of our lighting products on a daily basis. He has grown into the position with pride and diligence that gives our company an advantage in properly and proudly servicing our clients.

Segar
Warehouse
Segar
Warehouse
Segar quietly works in the warehouse with diligence - providing a client service that is exemplary. His smile and generous personality makes you feel good with every interaction.

Charlie
Chief Stress-Reliever
Charlie
Chief Stress-Reliever
She is always early to work and puts in long hours. She is never deterred from her daily tasks - licking hands and guard-dog. Unless she is sleeping.
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