The Patrick Morin Group has acquired the four renovation centers of Entreprises P. Bonhomme, known under the banners Bytown PRO on the Ontario side and Bonhomme PRO in Quebec.
The Patrick Morin Group intends to keep all of the acquired stores in operation and retain all the jobs associated with them. Investments are also planned in certain stores with the aim of expanding the service offering.
The president of Entreprises P. Bonhomme, Paul Bonhomme, will remain with the company, as will the entire management team in place, in order to facilitate the transition.
“After months of discussions, we are extremely pleased that Mr. Paul Bonhomme has chosen Patrick Morin to take over this company that has been deeply rooted in the Gatineau-Ottawa landscape for more than 125 years. We are aware of the strength of the Bytown PRO and Bonhomme PRO brands, renowned among professional customers in the region, and this is why we currently intend to maintain the presence of these well-known and appreciated banners in their local market,” declared Louis. Turcotte, president of the Patrick Morin Group.
This announcement brings the total number of stores in the Patrick Morin Group network to 26, for a total of nearly 2,000 employees.
The amount of the transaction has not been disclosed.
Source : Groupe Patrick Morin
Canada
