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The origin of
Deschênes Group Inc. dates back to 1940 when
François Miville-Deschênes made the
acquisition of Langelier & Fils, a modest distribution
company of plumbing and heating products located
in Old Montréal. The enterprise is renamed
Deschênes & Fils Ltée.
The two older sons of François Miville-Deschênes
joined the family enterprise in 1951 and 1952, while
the youngest son joined in 1954. Mr. Deschênes,
the father, retired in 1959 and sold his shares
to his sons. In 1973, Jacques Deschênes acquired
the shares from his brothers and became President
and General Manager.
Starting in 1977, branches are added and enterprises
are acquired. To adjust to the newly created needs,
a parent company is formed under the name of Deschênes
Group Inc., also presided over and managed by Jacques
Deschênes.
Deschênes Group Inc.'s subsidiaries are active
in the distribution of plumbing and heating products,
electrical and industrial supplies, fire protection
products, refrigeration, air-conditioning, ventilation
products, heating controls and related products
as well as waterworks and sewer systems.
At the very end of 2000, Jacques handed over control
to his oldest son, Martin, then appointed President
and Chief Operating Officer. On May 1st, 2004, the
Board of Directors of Deschênes Group Inc.
names Martin Deschênes Chief Executive Officer.This
responsibility is in addition to his present duties
as President. Jacques Deschênes retains the
function of Chairman of the Board.
Deschênes Group Inc., a privately-owned company,
has its head office in Montréal. There are
7 operational centers, over 80 outlets in Québec
and in Ontario and can count on the support of a
workforce of more than 1,100 qualified employees.
With its annual sales volume exceeding 300 million
dollars in 2004, this distributor-wholesaler is
one of the 3 leading in this trade within the country.
Deschênes Group Inc. is also partner in a
plumbing and heating distribution company based
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