ACCOLADES 2010 WINNERS
RETAIL SERVICE
GARDE CONFORT – COMFORT KEEPERS®
186, Place Sutton, bureau 135
Beaconsfield, Qc H9W 5S3
514 695-3198
http://www.gardeconfort.qc.ca/
Founded in: 2005
Description: A company dedicated to providing custom in-home care to seniors and people who need help with activities of daily living.
Achievements: Has become the first and only private company to receive accreditation from the Conseil québécois d’agrément recognizing their commitment towards an ongoing process of improving the quality of its services.
DISTRIBUTION
TRUCK ‘N ROLL
2195, boul. Hymus
Pointe-Claire, Qc H9P 1J8
514 421-0045
http://www.trucknroll.com/
Founded in: 1994
Description: Specialist in the transportation of entertainment and touring industry equipment.
Achievements: Designer of the first double-floor trailers where two floors of gear fit in one trailer saving customers time, space and money.
MANUFACTURING
APOLLO MICROWAVES
275, boul. Hymus
Pointe-Claire, Qc H9R 1G6
514 426-5959
http://www.apollomw.com/
Founded in: 1980
Description: World leader in supply of components and sub-systems for microwave communications systems.
Achievements: The first to design and produce a line of High Power Multiplexers for the Direct Broadcast Satellite industry.
HIGH TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION
APOLLO MICROWAVES
275, boul. Hymus
Pointe-Claire, Qc H9R 1G6
514 426-5959
http://www.apollomw.com/
Founded in: 1980
Description: World leader in supply of components and sub-systems for microwave communications systems in the world.
Achievements: The first to design and produce a line of High Power Multiplexers for the Direct Broadcast Satellite industry.
MARKETS OUTSIDE QUEBEC
SÉRIGRAPHIE RICHFORD INC.
109, avenue Manfred
Pointe-Claire, Qc H9R 4Y4
514 426-8700
http://www.serigraphierichford.com/
Founded in: 1979
Description: Printer and glass container decorator including bottles and flasks for the cosmetic and liquor industries.
Achievements: Using a highly skilled labour force, the most modern technology, sophisticated equipment and the best raw materials available has enabled this company to be the North American leader in its industry.
HUMAN RESOURCES
VALEANT CANADA LIMITÉE
4787, rue Levy
Saint-Laurent, Qc H4R 2P9
514 744-6792
http://www.valeantcanada.com/
Founded in: 1973
Description: A specialty pharmaceutical company that manufactures and markets pharmaceutical products, primarily in the areas of neurology, psychiatry, pain management, and dermatology.
Achievements: The introduction of several programs to improve employee retention and attract quality candidates enables the organization to maintain a low turnover rate of only 1.3%. These programs include training courses, information seminars and a welcome program.
THE ACCOLADES COMMUNITY SHARES AWARD
ACTION JEUNESSE DE L’OUEST-DE-L’ÎLE (AJOI)
117, rue Donegani, bureau 301
Pointe-Claire, Qc H9R 2W3
514 674-1270
http://www.ajoi.info/
Founded in: 2007
Description: Organization whose mission is to establish and maintain field work and street work intervention services for West Island youth aged 12 to 25 years old who are at risk and/or in trouble.
Achievements: In the last year, AJOI has supported 3406 youth and referred 130 youth to specialized local services. Through these interventions, public mischief was significantly reduced.
SMALL BUSINESS (5 employees or less)
WSI
189, boul. Hymus, bureau 308
Pointe-Claire, Qc H9R 1E9
514 693-9339
http://www.wsisme.com/
Founded in: 2000
Description: A Web design, digital marketing and social marketing firm that delivers comprehensive and affordable Web-based business solutions and measurable Internet marketing strategies based on their client’s unique business needs and goals.
Achievements: Their greatest achievements can be defined by their client’s online successes and increased revenue and by having been recognized with a Standard of Excellence award at the Annual WSI Web Awards.
BUSINESS TO BUSINESS SERVICES
RESTAURATION PREMIÈREACTION S.E.C.
290, avenue Guthrie
Dorval, Qc H9P 2V2
514 931-7789
http://www.premiereaction.ca/
Founded in: 1979
Description: The largest independent disaster restoration company in Canada providing emergency response, restoration and reconstruction services to the insurance industry’s, residential, commercial and industrial customers.
Achievements: The only company in Canada to offer its customers a method of restoring paper and documents at the leading edge of technology: freeze drying. Seven months after a massive fire at the University of Québec at Rimouski, classes resumed, an accomplishment that the company is very proud of.
ECOSUSTAINABLE PRODUCTION AND DESIGN
JASZTEX FIBERS INC.
61, boul. Hymus
Pointe-Claire, Qc H9R 1E2
514 697-3096
http://www.jasztex.com/
Founded in: 1984
Description: Engaged in manufacturing and recycling of textiles and transformation of these recycled fibers into added value finished products.
Achievements: Has distinguished itself in the nonwoven fabrics industry for its constant innovation, dynamism and excellent customer service.
