L’Hibou-Coup, the bookstore that has not said its last word

The announcement of the closure of the bookstore on Boulevard Jacques-Cartier in Mont-Joli at the beginning of the month had the effect of an electric shock, so much so that potential buyers came forward to prevent the disappearance of the business.

The founder and owner of the company, Michel Dufour, confirms that a few people wish to acquire his bookstore. They requested relevant information to build business cases.

I already have a few people who are setting up projects, putting together business plans.

This is a real relief for the bookseller who has sworn to retire during the year 2025. I will take the time to see their proposals, to wait for the purchase offersmentions Mr. Dufour.

For the moment, no formal offer has been made, but this is not surprising according to the businessman. You still have to take the time to look around and then find the financing. he emphasizes.

Although he plans to close the L’Hibou-Coup bookstore in March, Michel Dufour nevertheless says he is ready to grant additional time. If I have someone serious and I see that their project is progressing, I will obviously wait for their offer.

He also indicates that the business and economic development community of his MRC is also mobilized to ensure the future of the bookstore which opened its doors in 1978. It is a company that has quite significant cultural and community value.proclaims the owner.

We are an important part of the downtown chessboard.

We are on a trackconfirms the mayor of Mont-Joli, Martin Soucy. The elected official is also optimistic about the future. For us, a bookstore is important he continues.

Meanwhile, work continues to ensure that the shelves are well stocked with books. As long as there is life, there is hope so I am still here, I continue to place my orders, we continue business let go of Michel Dufour.