Atelier Industriel St-Jean (1980) Inc.

Atelier Industriel St-Jean (1980) Inc. is a Canadian nonprofit organization and recognized adapted company specializing in industrial, commercial, pharmaceutical, and food subcontracting services. Established for over 30 years and located in the Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu industrial park in Quebec, the organization provides extensive subcontracting expertise including assembly, packaging, labeling, sample production, bagging, sealing, bottling, quality control, inventory management, and distribution, primarily for manufacturing food, natural health, and pharmaceutical products[2][3][4][5].

The organization serves a wide range of sectors through rigorous quality control programs, catering to clients such as Blueline, ABB, Formica, Bélanger Laminés, Gourmet du Village, and Naturiste JMB. It holds accreditations including Health Canada’s Natural Health Products Department and Écocert Canada, ensuring compliance with stringent industry standards[3].

As a social enterprise, Atelier Industriel St-Jean is committed to providing meaningful employment opportunities; it employs approximately 90 to 105 people, many of whom have intellectual and/or physical disabilities. This focus on vocational rehabilitation and social assistance highlights its important role within the community, combining productive subcontracting activities with social advocacy and support services[1][2][3].

The leadership team includes key figures such as Mario Lavigne (Executive Director), Karine Bilodeau (Administrative Director), Lyne Gilbert (Production Director), and Philippe Simonato (President), who oversee operations and strategic direction[1][3].

In summary, Atelier Industriel St-Jean (1980) Inc. exemplifies a successful integration of social mission and industrial subcontracting, contributing both to economic activity in the Montérégie region and to the empowerment of people with disabilities through sustainable employment[1][2][3][5].