History - Dove Cleaners

OUR HISTORY

A Legacy of Care

Founded on experience and precision, our journey reflects a deep understanding of fabrics and finishes. Over time, our techniques have evolved, but our values remain unchanged: patience, attention to detail, and uncompromising standards.

Built on Tradition, Perfected Through Expertise

1992

Born in Los Angeles, Dove Cleaners delivers a true white glove dry cleaning experience, combining meticulous care, elevated service, and uncompromising standards unlike anything else.

1994

Relocating in Toronto, Dove Cleaners brings its signature white glove dry cleaning to Forest Hill, Avenue Road, and the Bridal Path, delivering elevated care to the city’s most refined neighborhoods.

1996

Dove Cleaners begins offering pick up and delivery service, bringing effortless dry cleaning to your door, because if you cannot come to us, we will come to you.

1999

Under new management, Dove Cleaners honors its founding mission while elevating the experience with sharper service, deeper care, and a more client focused approach across every touchpoint.

2002

Dove Cleaners opens a new Avenue Road location, perfectly positioned on one of Toronto’s busiest arteries, bringing elevated, white glove care closer to everyday city life.

2004

Dove Cleaners opens in the heart of Yorkville, where luxury lives, bringing refined craftsmanship, meticulous care, and white glove dry cleaning to Toronto’s most prestigious destination.

2019

Dove Cleaners introduces REALOVE, a luxury consignment brand where timeless fashion is curated, authenticated, and reimagined, extending Dove's commitment to care, quality, and elevated style.

2024

Dove launches Realove.ca, its online destination for luxury consignment, and opens the first Realove pop up at Holts Renfrew Mississauga, blending digital discovery with in person elegance.

2025

Always mindful of its carbon footprint, Dove Cleaners begins rolling out electric delivery vehicles, combining responsible practices with the same white glove service clients expect and trust.

Current

Dove Cleaners and its team continue to innovate within the dry cleaning space, developing thoughtful new ideas and elevated services, with more exciting details coming very soon.