Mike Freiburger
Mike runs the day-to-day operations at Great Lakes Refrigeration, keeping the field team coordinated, jobs on schedule, and clients up and running. He is the first point of contact for new service agreements and major projects.
About us
Built on Experience. Trusted for Performance.
For more than 50 years, Great Lakes Refrigeration has kept mission-critical systems running across Northern Ontario, from arenas to food-processing plants.
Our story
A Trusted Leader in Refrigeration & HVAC
Great Lakes Refrigeration has established itself as a trusted leader in the refrigeration and HVAC industry, serving Northern Ontario with a commitment to excellence. Our team's combined experience and technical know-how enable us to tackle the most demanding projects with confidence.
We specialize in mission-critical systems for arenas, municipalities, food-processing facilities, grocery operations, and large commercial buildings. Our work focuses on reliability, compliance, and long-term system performance.
From new installations to ongoing service and preventative maintenance, our team brings practical experience and technical expertise to every project, ensuring systems operate safely and efficiently in demanding environments.
How we work
Our Values
Our values reflect our commitment to excellence in service, safety, and client satisfaction.
Reliability
We design and service systems built for continuous operation, where downtime is not an option.
Safety & Compliance
Fully licensed and insured. Our team includes a group of G1 gas fitters ready to tackle any job, and every technician is a licensed 313A refrigeration mechanic, protecting people, facilities, and equipment.
Proven Experience
Decades of hands-on experience with large-scale systems lets us deliver practical, dependable solutions.
Leadership
Meet the Team Behind the Work
Experienced leaders who keep every project safe, compliant, and on schedule.
Dan Lehto
Dan is the most experienced technician on the team. Decades of hands-on work across arena ice plants, food-processing facilities, and large commercial systems mean there is rarely a problem he has not already solved.
Steve Bibeau
Steve specializes in ammonia systems, the technical backbone of industrial refrigeration and arena ice plants. His expertise keeps compressor rooms safe, compliant, and running through the most demanding seasons.
In the community
Proud to Give Back
Great Lakes Refrigeration is proud to be part of the communities we serve. We invest where we live and work, through sponsorships, volunteer time, and education.
Sponsorships
From local race teams to community events, we proudly back the people and programs that make Northern Ontario a great place to live and work.
Volunteering
Our team gives time to the organizations we care about, lending hands and expertise wherever they make the biggest difference.
Education
We invest in the next generation of refrigeration and HVAC technicians through apprenticeships, mentorship, and trade-school partnerships.
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50+ Years Experience
5 Core Services
7 Industries Served
24/7 Emergency Service
Request Commercial Service or Maintenance
Contact our team to discuss commercial refrigeration, HVAC, or arena system service and maintenance, or call now for 24/7 emergency support.