Connelly Rental was created in Gloucester in March 1989 by a young man wanting to further his career opportunities and looking for new challenges. It is at the young age of 29 that Mr. Connelly was offered his first chance to achieve his goals by the guidance, advice and support of two great business men that would eventually become his business partners. The idea of a tool rental centre was born from his desire to have his own mechanic shop. The person who would later become his business partner and mentor (Gratien Proulx), supplied Mr. Connelly with the lift trucks to rent. Once this project became reality, the business concentrated on smaller tools. It was a humble beginning for this venture, with only a couple of tools to fill the shelves and two employees, including Mr. Connelly himself. He worked relentlessly for countless hours to ensure his business's success. more... See more text