With just a dozen pieces of equipment at their disposal, Fournier et Frères officially goes into business

Fournier et Frères becomes L. Fournier & Fils. The name change makes it official: Two generations are now working together in the excavation, road construction, crushing and civil engineering sectors, as well as other related fields

A decisive year in terms of diversification of our business activities. This period also marks the inauguration of our first factory producing premixed concrete.

Launch of the bagged concrete and shotcrete division.

Construction of our second premixed concrete factory. The same year, the company was saddened by the loss of Mr. Léo Fournier, the proud founder of Fournier et Frères

Start of transport of bulk cement, and opening of the transfer station in Mont-Laurier, Quebec, to ensure regular supply and provide services to the region’s mining companies

Implementation of a quality-management system to continuously improve customer satisfaction and provide compliant products and services. This initiative leads to obtaining ISO-9001 certification.

The company achieves Qualibéton certification, attesting that our concrete meets the requirements of Canadian law and standards and that it corresponds to the quality-assurance standards of the Bureau de normalisation du Québec (BNQ).

Beginning of our first partnership with a Cree enterprise from the community of Mistissini, Quebec, which leads to the opening of the Swallow-Fournier division. This partnership marks a new chapter in our commitment to local economic development.

Acquisition of the Sigma mine in partnership with the mining company Integra Gold.

Recipient of the Mercure award for “Contribution to economic and regional development” from the Fédération des chambres de commerce du Québec. A significant recognition on the part of the business community.

Our business earns a Canada’s Best Managed Companies title. It’s a first for a company from the region. This seal of excellence reflects the high quality of our strategic planning, our adaptability and our dedication to the community.