BOCA

A Quebec-Based Wood Transformation Cluster

ABOUT US

BOCA is an economic development organization founded in 2009. As a cluster of excellence supported by the Ministry of Economy, Innovation and Energy, the cluster is part of the government’s initiative to support Quebec’s industries.

OUR MISSION

Supporting the growth and competitiveness of wood manufacturers in both local and international markets.

Quebec’s clusters of excellence: a catalyst to propel SMEs

Rooted in the unique strengths of each region, the clusters of excellence bring together committed players from high-potential industrial sectors, recognized both locally and internationally.

Their Ambition?

  • Showcase regions as world-class industrial hubs;

  • Accelerate innovation, boost productivity and create high-quality jobs;

  • Support transformative economic projects that shape communities;

  • Build strong networks among businesses, both locally and across Quebec.

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Our Fields of Action

Market Development

Operational Excellence

Innovation and Productivity

Sustainable Development

Human Capital

Our approach is collaborative

“Coming together is a beginning, staying together is progress, working together is success.”

– Henry Ford

Our Pillars

BOCA’s approach contributes to: 

  • The development of lasting connections between businesses;

  • The unification of stakeholders in Quebec’s wood processing industry;

  • Innovation in processes and procedures;

  • Operational optimization and productivity gains;

  • Knowledge sharing;

  • The growth of innovative companies in the wood sector.

Our Areas of Activity

Prefabricated Construction and Architectural Wood Products

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Commercial and Residential Furnishings

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Board of Directors

BOCA’s strategic direction is overseen by a board of directors composed of senior executives from various companies, along with a few observers.

DIRECTORS

  • Steeve Grondin
    Steeve Grondin

    President & Secretary General, BOCA

    President, Groupe RBR

  • Jacquot Veilleux
    Jacquot Veilleux

    Vice President, BOCA

    President & Chief Executive Officer, Menuiserox

  • Étienne Poulin
    Étienne Poulin

    Vice President of Operations, Mirage

  • Marie-Eve Drouin
    Marie-Eve Drouin

    President & Chief Executive Officer, Interbois

  • Alain Parent
    Alain Parent

    President & Chief Executive Officer, Portes St-Jean

  • Nicolas Marcoux
    Nicolas Marcoux

    President, Armoires DLM

OBSERVERS

  • Pierre Blanchet
    Pierre Blanchet

    Director, Industrial Research Chair on Eco-responsible Wood Construction (CIRCERB) & Holder of the Canada Research Chair on Sustainable Buildings

  • Philippe Mailloux
    Philippe Mailloux

    Director, Chaudière-Appalaches Économique

  • Valérie Horth
    Valérie Horth

    Advisor, Ministry of Economy, Science and Innovation

MANAGEMENT

  • Lise Céré
    Lise Céré

    General Manager, M. Sc.

    With 25 years of experience in the manufacturing sector, Ms. Céré has been serving as Director of BOCA since 2013.