BBL CONSTRUCTION SHARES OVER HALF A MILLION DOLLARS WITH ITS EMPLOYEES
An initiative that recognizes the teams' contribution and reinforces the company's culture of engagement.
Gatineau, July 2, 2026 — Last Friday, BBL Construction brought together its approximately 80 employees to mark an important occasion: the distribution of over half a million dollars as part of its profit-sharing program.
Introduced to recognize the teams' contribution to BBL's growth, this initiative reflects a deeply held belief within the company: collective success must also benefit those who contribute to it.
For Sylvain Bertrand, President of BBL Construction, profit-sharing had to be more than just a financial gesture. By introducing this program, he wanted to recognize the people who contribute to BBL's development on a daily basis — through their work, their ideas, and their commitment.
Recognized for its active role in the community, BBL has been involved for several years in projects and organizations that have a tangible impact in the Outaouais region. Over the past three years, its teams have completed more than 10,000 hours of volunteer work. This culture of commitment is also reflected internally, among the employees who drive projects, client relationships, and ways of working forward.
Beyond attracting talent and retaining staff, profit-sharing sends a clear message: every individual contributes to solutions and has a say in BBL's development.
Since its launch three years ago, the program has paid out over $1.3 million to employees, both on site and in the office.
Key Facts
- The program was launched in 2023.
- It allows a share of the company's profits to be distributed based on revenue generated.
- The bonus is paid out over a three-year period, an approach designed to promote employee retention and support the development of a strong foundation within the company.
- Employees can choose to receive their bonus in their pay or invest it in their RRSP or group VRSP to support their retirement savings.
- The program forms part of a broader commitment to recognizing employees' dedication and encouraging them to play a role in BBL's long-term development.
Quotes
"When we introduced this program, we wanted to acknowledge a simple reality: BBL moves forward thanks to the people who dedicate themselves to it every day. Our employees are not just part of the company — they play an active role in its development. Their ideas, judgement, and commitment have real value. Profit-sharing is a tangible way of acknowledging this."
— Sylvain Bertrand, President, BBL Construction
"BBL's growth relies on teams who understand our clients' realities and are constantly seeking solutions. This contribution is evident not only in the quality of our projects, but also in the trust we build with our partners. For us, being an employer of choice means creating an environment where people feel that their ideas matter and that they can make a real contribution to the company's future."
— Nadia Boucher, Partner and Vice-President, Commercial Sector, BBL Construction
About BBL Construction
Founded in 2009, BBL Construction is a construction firm based in the Outaouais region, recognized for delivering commercial, multi-residential, and institutional projects. The company stands out for its integrated approach, which enables it to support its clients from the initial idea right through to handover. BBL is also recognized for its commitment to its community and its employees.
In recent years, BBL has supported several social organizations and projects in the Outaouais region, while investing in the development of its teams and the continuous improvement of its practices. For BBL, performance depends as much on the quality of its projects as on the people who make them possible.
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BBL CONSTRUCTION STRUCTURES ITS GROWTH: BENOIT CHRÉTIEN APPOINTED VICE PRESIDENT, MULTI-RESIDENTIAL SECTOR
Gatineau, March 18, 2026 — BBL Construction announces the appointment of Benoit Chrétien as Vice President, Multi-Residential Sector. This internal promotion marks a new stage in the evolution of the company’s multi-residential sector, whose demand and scale have grown significantly over the past three years.
Reporting directly to President Sylvain Bertrand, Benoit officially assumes his role today with a clear mandate: to expand the sector with the BBL approach — rigorous execution, full project ownership, and a strong client experience, from the first conversation through to project delivery.
Recognized for its expertise in commercial construction, BBL Construction is now applying the same execution discipline to the multi-residential sector. This appointment strengthens the company’s capacity to respond to growing demand in the Outaouais at a time when accelerating housing development is more essential than ever.
At BBL, Benoit has distinguished himself through his ability to lead large-scale projects with a high level of control and leadership. He notably led the La Cité Project, a 19-storey mixed-use tower delivered in 2024, and also oversaw the region’s first prefabricated affordable multi-residential housing projects, contributing to the evolution of construction practices while strengthening the company’s execution capacity moving forward.
A graduate engineer from the École de technologie supérieure (ÉTS), Benoit Chrétien brings extensive experience in real estate and the delivery of complex projects. At SNC-Lavalin, he served as a Mechanical Engineer responsible for the real estate portfolio in Eastern Ontario. He later joined BGIS as Director, where he was responsible for the design of Portage 3, currently under construction. As part of the Zibi team (Ed Brunet), he also acted as the Construction Manager responsible for the ALTO Tower (15 storeys).
This professional background, combined with his accomplishments at BBL, aligns naturally with the mandate entrusted to him today: equipping the team, structuring the sector, and supporting the growth of the multi-residential sector with the same level of discipline, project after project.
QUOTES
“BBL Construction continues to invest in structure and talent to deliver even better results. The multi-residential sector is expanding rapidly, and the demand confirms that dedicated leadership is essential to preserve what defines our strength: rigour, quality, and predictability. Benoit has proven that he can lead major projects with both method and leadership. With him, the multi-residential sector will grow on solid foundations, with the clear ambition of becoming a reference in the Outaouais.”
— Sylvain Bertrand, President, BBL Construction
“BBL is growing, and the multi-residential sector is growing with it. Demand is strong, and my role is to strengthen what we have already built by giving the team and the company the tools, structure, and right reflexes to keep pace. The objective is simple: consistent execution, strong coordination, and deliverables that meet BBL’s standards.”
— Benoit Chrétien, Vice President, Multi-Residential Sector, BBL Construction
ABOUT BBL CONSTRUCTION
Founded in 2009 and based in Gatineau, BBL Construction is a leading general contractor in the Outaouais region, recognized for delivering large-scale commercial, institutional, and high-rise multi-residential projects. Through its turnkey design-build approach, the company supports its clients from concept to delivery with disciplined execution and a strong focus on quality. Driven by innovation and a recognized philanthropic commitment, BBL Construction is actively engaged in its community — a pillar that shapes its identity every day.