VARS, Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton’s Cybersecurity Division, is very proud to be the Fédération québécoise des municipalités’ (FQM) exclusive supplier, providing support through its service offering for securing internet-connected networks and protection against cyber threats.
As stated in the FQM’s news release announcing the new alliance, some 1,000 municipalities and RCMs that are members of the FQM can call upon VARS without having to undertake a call for tenders process.
For nearly 75 years, Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton has been a partner of choice for municipalities and related bodies. It supports these leaders, providing a wide variety of services to optimize the effectiveness of municipal organizations and the efficiency of their processes.
This new alliance testifies to the agility, thoroughness and professionalism of the firm’s experts in providing constant support to municipal sector leaders, who are essential to Québec’s growth and competitiveness.
“VARS is extremely pleased to be able to offer municipalities and RCMs that are members of the FQM the benefit of its expertise and innovative solutions to strengthen their security posture. Municipalities manage a vast amount of information. It is important that their systems and data remain well protected. Our personalized support will assist each municipal administration in achieving its security objectives,” said VARS President, Guillaume Caron.
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Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton is a proud partner of the prestigious business contest, Les Mercuriades de la Fédération des chambres de commerce du Québec (FCCQ).
Our firm is pleased to support local talent and entrepreneurs who contribute to the growth and prosperity of the province, each in their own way.
Once again, the firm will award the Mercure Entrepreneuriat Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton, which is presented to two organizations, one SME and one large company, for implementing a winning growth strategy, developing a succession plan or achieving a successful intergenerational transfer.
Businesses may submit their application in one of the 16 categories, including that of the Mercure Entrepreneuriat Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton, up until Wednesday, December 21, 2022 (free registration).
In 2023, the FCCQ will be celebrating the 43rd anniversary of the contest, which brings exceptional leaders together every year.
Save the date! Submit your application and allow us to pay tribute to you and thank you for your rich contribution to the province’s success.
Looking forward to celebrating with you!
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Îles-de-la-madeleine: Corbeil Boudreau & Associés Joins Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton Team
ÎLES-DE-LA-MADELEINE, September 19, 2022 – With its goal of continually offering very high-quality service tailored to the businesses in the Îles-de-la-Madeleine , Corbeil Boudreau & Associés joins forces with the largest accounting firm in Québec, Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton.
Thursday in Cap-aux-Meules, more than 100 people gathered at a cocktail launch party to celebrate the new partnership. This new alliance will give islanders access to a new range of services, adapted to their ever-changing and increasingly complex needs. Thanks to the strength and expertise of Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton’s 2,600 professionals based in over 100 offices across the province, Îles-de-la-Madeleine entrepreneurs will benefit from state-of-the-art services in line with their ambitions.
This alliance also highlights the firm’s foothold on the archipelago and meets the objective to further consolidate its support of leaders in eastern Canada, especially in Francophone markets such as Edmundston, New Brunswick, and the greater regions of the Bas-Saint-Laurent and the Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine where Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton already has many offices.
Paul Boudreau, Consulting Partner, Maryse Nadeau, Assurance Partner, France Painchaud, Assurance Partner, Sophie Arseneau, Assurance Partner, et Richard Chrétien vice-president, Bas-Saint-Laurent, Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine and Edmundston
Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton’s Regional Vice-President of the Bas-Saint-Laurent, Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine and Edmundston regions Richard Chrétien said: “We are proud to be constantly seeking to guide leaders in their respective locations. This alliance is in keeping with our collective desire to efficiently guide businesses in areas where they are active so that they can take on the ever-demanding challenges they must face with added agility and stronger performance. From Gatineau to Val-d’Or, via Kuujjuaq, Baie-Comeau, Rivière-du-Loup, Gaspé and today, Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton is everywhere to provide business leaders with sound advice. The development of all Québec businesses is important to us and we intend to remain a strategic, regional partner in their growth.”
Paul Boudreau, Founder of Corbeil, Boudreau & Associés, added: “Our team is very happy to be joining the great Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton family. In terms of culture and values, it was the best choice for us and the islands’ business leaders. Deeply rooted in the islands since 1974, our close, personalized service will continue on chemin Principal of Cap-aux-Meules, but two avenues are now open to us: our excellent team can now collaborate with multidisciplinary talents through the largest accounting network in Québec and, most importantly, our valued clientele will have access to a greater variety of advisory services to help them successfully complete all of their business projects”.
All of Corbeil Boudreau & Associés’ current employees will continue to serve clients from 675 chemin Principal, Cap-aux-Meules. The excellent service provided by the Îles-de-la-Madeleine team will now be conducted under the Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton name.
“We are delighted to be located in one of the most beautiful corners of Québec within a very dynamic business community,” Richard Chrétien added.
About Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton
Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton is a professional services firm that has been dedicated to the success of organizations and their leaders since 1948. The firm’s advisors are committed to helping clients thrive by obtaining a deep understanding of what is important to them, their business and their industry. This knowledge, combined with a team of motivated and talented professionals, helps accelerate growth. A Québec and Canadian leader in the areas of assurance, tax, advisory services and business recovery and reorganization, Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton relies on a team of more than 2,600 professionals, including approximately 200 partners, working in over 100 offices across the province and in the Ottawa and Edmundston regions.
Together with Grant Thornton LLP, another Canadian firm, and the Grant Thornton global organization, our global footprint spans across more than 140 countries with over 62,000 people who provide real insight, a fresh perspective and agility to keep clients moving ahead.
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Francis Letendre
Head, Public Affairs
Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton
Tel.: 514-390-4201
[email protected]
Paul Saulnier, Tax Partner, Richard Chrétien, vice-president, Bas-Saint-Laurent, Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine and Edmundston, France Painchaud, Assurance Partner, Paul Boudreau, Consulting Partner, Pascale Richard, Tax Partner, Sophie Arseneau, Assurance Partner, Maryse Nadeau, Assurance Partner, Denis Patry, Tax Partner, et Frédéric Bernier, Financial Consulting Partner.
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Ranked in the top 50 of the most important enterprises in Quebec according to the Les Affaires 2022 ranking, Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton (46th out of 300) is a driving force for Quebec and its organizations.
Its talented team of 2,600 professionals, located in more than 100 offices across the province, in Ottawa and in Edmundston, works passionately and diligently every day to propel their clients and communities through their powerful advice. Deeply rooted in all our professionals, this mission generates a very positive impact on the market, throughout the network.
Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton is proud to once again be considered the most admired accounting firm in Quebec this year, according to the Leger reputation study, a distinction that is a testament to the high quality of the services offered and the team’s commitment to excellence in helping our clients achieve their goals.
Quebec’s leading accounting firm extends its heartfelt thanks to its talented team that contributes to the success of the organization and its clients on a daily basis. The firm would also like to thank its clients and business partners who have placed their trust in the firm since 1948 and have allowed it to remain a professional services leader in Quebec and Canada.
Thank you all for your trust!