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Inside the Watson Gloves Factory – Learn How Our Gloves Are Made

Posted on January 12, 2021 by - Education, Company News

Watson Factory Header
For over 100 years, our Canadian factory has been the heart and soul of Watson Gloves. In 1918, they originally made handcrafted quality gloves for those working in saw mills, mines, logging camps, and farms, and also for industries requiring gloves during World War I. The work in our glove factory was very much a skilled job and still is today. Although over 100 years have passed, we still have a very ‘hands-on’ approach in making our gloves. Check out the 5 steps it takes to make our quality Watson gloves below!

A New Era – A Q&A With New President Kasey Whitman

Posted on June 19, 2020 by - Company News

Kasey Whitman Watson Gloves
The torch has been passed and Kasey Whitman has been appointed as Watson Gloves’ new President! This year, Kasey will be celebrating 19 years at Watson Gloves, and like Marty, has walked a similar road to Presidency. Kasey navigated through many roles in Watson Gloves, and his experience, leadership, and energetic personality have led him to the position of President. We sat down with Kasey for a Q&A to learn more about him and his new role.

The Passing of the Torch – A Q&A With President Martin Moore

Posted on June 2, 2020 by - Company News

Marty Moore Watson Gloves Office
Since 1986, Martin Moore, or better known as Marty, our President, has been leading a hallmark career here at Watson Gloves; this year caps off 34 years for him! He’ll be transitioning to the Chairman and CEO position while he passes the torch to Kasey Whitman, who will become our next President. Before this big transition, we sat down with Marty for a little Q&A on his very big career.

COVID-19 Update: Bonus Pay for Our Frontline Workers

Posted on March 30, 2020 by - Company News

Watson Gloves Factory team
Essential businesses across the country are extending their thank yous to their own frontline and essential workers by giving them bonus/appreciation pay for their tireless work during the COVID-19 crisis.

We wanted to give thanks and gratitude to our frontline workers in the Warehouse, Factory, Operations, and Customer Service departments by providing a one-time bonus for their tremendous efforts in delivering essential goods. Every day, they help send out thousands of gloves to our retailers, distributors and customers.

Honouring our Canadian Forces, Veterans and First Responders with Wounded Warriors

Posted on November 6, 2019 by - Company News, Community, Gloves

*This article was partially updated on November 6, 2024.

“Lest we forget”

Ahead of Remembrance Day on November 11th, it’s always important to remember and honour our veterans. It’s also equally important to honour and recognize those who presently serve both abroad and within our communities. So that’s why this year, Watson Gloves chose to partner with Wounded Warriors Canada, a national mental health charity whose mission is to honour and support Canada’s ill and injured Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans, first responders and their families.

The New Watson Gloves Website Has Launched!

Posted on September 13, 2019 by - Company News, Gloves, Website

Watson New Website Launch
Did you know this year, we’re launching over 60 new gloves into the market? That’s definitely one way to celebrate our 101st year in business! And you can bet, we’re not slowing down any further! With new releases and a growing catalogue of products, we want to ensure a better customer experience whether it’s in-store or online. And we’ve changed up our online game in a BIG way!