Ballin is the leading manufacturer and marketer of better men's dress slacks in North America. Founded as a local interest in the Montreal area by Charles Balinsky (known to most as Chic Ballin) in 1946, the company grew under his leadership as it expanded into the broader Canadian market, always keeping the focus on what they knew best. This philosophy has dominated Ballin until the present day, and men's trousers are still its only product.

From the start, Mr. Ballin's focus was quality. From piece goods to manufacturing and right through to shelf presentation, only the best would do. Today Ballin boasts a large team of engineers and quality assurance personnel who work to ensure that quality is foremost in the minds of all Ballin employees. This forms the starting point for the product that Ballin is proud to deliver.