Staples Professional: Your Source for Business Essentials

Featuring: Jackie Brown, Staples Strategic Account Leader

At IRC Collective, we’re focused on helping our members operate more efficiently while reducing costs. That’s why we’ve partnered with Staples Professional — a trusted, national supplier bringing a simpler, more reliable approach to procurement for cannabis retailers and licensed producers.

For many operators, sourcing business essentials means juggling multiple vendors, inconsistent pricing, and time-consuming ordering. Staples Professional brings everything into one place.

“We give cannabis retailers and licensed producers a single, reliable source for the supplies they need to run their business,” says Jackie Brown, Strategic Account Leader at Staples Professional. “With centralized ordering, consistent pricing, and nationwide delivery, it removes a lot of the friction from procurement.”

A One-Source Solution Built for Cannabis Operators

Through the eway.ca platform, members can access thousands of essential products in one place, making day-to-day operations easier to manage and scale.

CUSTOMER TESTIMONIAL: “We rely on Staples Professional for all of our business office needs, and they have consistently delivered excellent service and quality products. From everyday office supplies to printing and technology solutions, Staples makes it easy to keep our operations running smoothly. Their fast, next-day delivery ensures we always have what we need without delays. Their convenience, reliability, and wide selection have made them a trusted partner for our cannabis retail business. We appreciate their commitment to supporting businesses like ours and would highly recommend them to others.” — Small Town Buds

Everything you need, all in one place:

• Office supplies, shipping & packaging materials

• Cleaning, janitorial & safety products

• Breakroom and workplace essentials

• Technology, including laptops, printers & accessories

“It’s really about convenience,” Jackie explains. “Instead of managing multiple suppliers, you can handle everything in one place and focus more on running your business.”

Fast, Reliable & Built to Scale

In a fast-moving retail environment, access to essential supplies is critical. Staples Professional supports this with reliable next-day delivery across most of Canada — helping ensure your stores and facilities stay stocked and operational.

As your business grows, the model grows with you. “Cannabis retail moves quickly — having dependable delivery means you’re never stuck waiting on the essentials. And as operators expand, our goal is to make sure procurement doesn’t get more complicated.”

Exclusive Savings Through IRC Collective

Through this partnership, IRC Collective members unlock preferred pricing on everyday business essentials — helping independent operators compete more effectively.

Member advantages include:

• Access to exclusive IRCC pricing (avg. ~7% savings vs. market)

• Reduced operational costs on high-frequency purchases

• Simplified procurement with better spend visibility

“By leveraging the IRC network, members are accessing pricing that’s typically reserved for much larger organizations, that’s where the real value comes in.”

More Than Just Supplies

Staples Professional supports the full scope of your business. From front-of-house retail to back-of-house operations and head office needs.

• Facility and compliance-focused supplies

• Furniture and workplace design solutions

• Technology to support teams and operations

• Breakroom essentials to improve employee experience

“At the end of the day, we’re here to help businesses run more efficiently. If we can save you time and reduce complexity, that’s where we bring the most value.”

Get Started with Staples Professional

If you’re looking to streamline purchasing, reduce vendor complexity, and unlock better pricing, Staples Professional is a partner worth activating.

• Learn more about Staples Professional here.

• Reach out to Jacklyn.Brown@Staples.ca for more information.  

This feature is part of the IRC Collective Member Benefits program, connecting retailers with trusted partners who help them grow smarter, faster, and stronger.