This year marks a significant milestone as PG Flooring proudly celebrates its 45th anniversary in the hardwood flooring industry. Over the decades, our company has grown remarkably, establishing itself today as a global leader, recognized for its products' exceptional quality and commitment to innovation. PG Flooring has evolved and reinvented itself while remaining true to its core identity and fundamental values, constantly focusing on environmental responsibility and sustainable development. Today, we celebrate 45 years of expertise, growth, and excellence.
A family story
PG Flooring is, above all, a family story. It was founded on September 5, 1979, by cousins Richard Garneau and Julien Paré, who were both driven by the same entrepreneurial spirit. They embarked together on transforming a former coffin factory in St-Edouard-de-Lotbiniere into a modern hardwood flooring manufacturing plant. Twelve years later, Richard passed the torch to his three children, Claude, Helene, and Julie, who all became co-owners of the company. In 2016, the third generation of the Garneau family carried on the family legacy by acquiring the shares of the second generation. Today, among the shareholders of this third generation, four members—Anne-Marie, Pierre-Denis, Olivier, and Vincent—actively work in the company and continue to drive its success.
Our team
PG Flooring is also the story of more than 137 individuals who work, collaborate, and grow within the company every day. Our success is largely built on the strength and commitment of our team. Every member of our staff embodies the PG DNA, as well as our three fundamental values: pride, respect, and innovation. We are particularly proud to be able to count on long-standing employees like Maryse Auger, Armand Leclerc, Gilbert Poulin and Daniel Poulin, who have contributed to our success for over 40 years. Their dedication and commitment are a perfect example of the family and collaborative spirit that prevails at PG Flooring.
Our social commitment
At PG Flooring, we firmly believe in the importance of giving back to our community, whether through time or financial support. Our commitment to the Philippe-Boucher Foundation is a notable example, with over $1,000,000 invested to date. In addition, we have supported sporting activities for local youth, with contributions totaling more than $220,000. Not only does PG Flooring support various social causes, but our employees are also actively involved. Since 2001, nearly $400,000 has been donated to the community thanks to their initiatives. This social commitment is an integral part of our identity and reflects our desire to make a positive impact on our local community.
Our innovative spirit
Since its founding, PG Flooring’s production capacity has increased from 200,000 sq. ft. to 10,000,000 sq. ft. Major investments have been made from 1979 to today, including the construction of a varnishing plant, a lathing plant, drying facilities, and outdoor warehouses for raw wood, as well as the complete overhaul of the manufacturing line. Many of our systems are now automated, and other major upgrades are underway.
These advancements have enabled PG Flooring to establish itself as a key player in the hardwood flooring market. Our facilities, which originally spanned 14,000 sq. ft., now cover over 150,000 sq. ft., reflecting our continuous growth and commitment to staying at the forefront of technology and innovation. We are determined to continue investment in cutting-edge technology to constantly improve the quality and efficiency of our products.
As we celebrate our 45th anniversary, we look to the future with optimism and determination. At PG Flooring, our vision for the coming years is to continue to do everything possible to ensure the harmonious growth of the company. We are committed to remaining true to our values of pride, respect, and innovation, while constantly seeking new ways to improve and expand. We thank our employees, customers, and community for their trust and continued support. Together, we can achieve great things, and we are excited to see what the future holds.
