On this International Women’s Day, Steamatic Canada stands out as a key innovator in a traditionally male-dominated industry. Our female professionals are redefining the game every day by bringing energy, passion, and expertise to every aspect of our business. We celebrate their successes, turning every challenge into an opportunity to excel.
At the heart of this momentum, Nancy Raymond, President of Steamatic Canada, stands out for her exceptional career as the only woman leading a post-disaster restoration company in Canada. Her visionary and bold leadership has unlocked the potential of many female professionals, paving the way for remarkable achievements both at headquarters and throughout our franchise network.
A Female Leadership Transforming the Industry
Women are not only present at Steamatic Canada, they are also at the helm of the head office and the various Steamatic franchises. Across management, finance, operations, and estimation, they hold strategic positions that shape the future of the company.
In a historically male-dominated industry, this strong female presence challenges conventions and redefines standards. Steamatic Canada doesn’t just promote inclusion—it operates on a belief: female expertise and vision are essential drivers of growth and innovation. By embracing this diversity, the company has become the undisputed leader in post-disaster restoration, delivering rigor, leadership, and operational excellence.
The Numbers Speak for Themselves
Over the past five years, the proportion of women at Steamatic has increased by 50%, reflecting a workplace that actively elevates female talent into strategic roles and increasing responsibilities.
Steamatic Canada has built a strong business model, where female commitment and expertise translate into measurable performance. With a leadership team predominantly composed of women, we set ourselves apart through responsiveness and efficiency, further solidifying our position as a leader in post-disaster restoration.
An Impact Beyond the Company
By celebrating the achievements of our female professionals, we reaffirm our commitment to building a future where equality is not just an aspiration, but a reality. Steamatic Canada is proud to actively drive change and recognize those who are shaping the future of the industry!
To all, Happy International Women’s Day!
Business transfer: Menuiserie Bertin becomes Steamatic Baie-Comeau
Gatineau, February 7, 2025 -It is with great enthusiasm that we announce the opening of our new Steamatic franchise in Baie-Comeau. Formerly known as Menuiserie Bertin, a well-established company successfully managed by Mr. Bertin Potvin for over 35 years, this local institution is now entering a promising new chapter of growth.
Mr. Potvin has chosen to entrust strategic succession to Mr. Éric Thibeault, a seasoned entrepreneur with extensive experience in administration and project management, particularly in the post-disaster industry. His ambition and vision led him to join a network aligned with his values and development objectives.
“My experience in the post-disaster industry has taught me the importance of surrounding myself with the right partners and choosing a strong brand name. Steamatic embodies this strength. – Éric Thibeault, co-owner
“Éric is not only a seasoned entrepreneur, but also a respected leader in his community. His commitment, leadership and passion for collective success are invaluable assets to our network.” – Eric Demers, Vice-President – Head Office
A guarantee of future success
“The choice of this experienced entrepreneur to partner with Steamatic to grow a company as respected as Mr. Bertin’s is a testament to the strength and reputation of our banner. His ambition and commitment will inspire our network, strengthen the Baie-Comeau community and be a major asset for our insurance partners.” – Nancy Raymond, President – Head Office
Strategic investments for a prosperous future
The new owner has already launched several strategic initiatives to support the company’s growth. These include the expansion of the vehicle fleet, the acquisition of new specialized equipment, and the purchase of an additional building adjacent to the company’s existing premises. These investments will enable the franchise to respond even more effectively to the needs of our insurance partners, loss adjusters and claimants.
At the same time, Éric Thibeault continues to work with Tommy Potvin, son of Bertin Potvin, on the demolition and construction side of the business. Tommy has been with the company since a very young age. The new owner has also recruited Daniel Bélanger for cleaning and dewatering. Mr. Bélanger has been working in the post-disaster field for over twenty years in the region, and was himself the owner of a company in this field. A new estimator, Mr. Dany Gagné, has also been recruited to the team. He has extensive experience in the industry. This strengthening of the teams will ensure a smooth transition, the preservation of valuable know-how with all Menuiserie Bertin personnel remaining in place, and continuity of service while respecting the standards of excellence that characterize Steamatic.
In addition, Mr. Bertin Potvin will continue his involvement over the coming months to ensure a successful transition and complete transfer of knowledge.
A smooth transition for a bright future
The transaction will be finalized by the end of February or early March 2025. This transition period will enable the new manager to fully immerse himself in the Steamatic culture, take the necessary training and integrate our network’s standards of excellence.
We would like to congratulate Mr. Potvin on his exceptional commitment and leadership over the years. His legacy will continue to inspire the new management team, who look forward to working with our insurance partners to build a strong future for the Steamatic franchise in Baie-Comeau.
Should you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Welcome to the new owner in the Steamatic family!
About Éric Thibeault
Trained as a plumber. Career as project manager at Alcoa and real estate investor. He is currently co-owner of operating companies.
About Steamatic Canada
Steamatic Canada is a network of disaster restoration franchises that has been in business for over 50 years. We are committed to providing exceptional service by using best practices, meeting and exceeding industry standards, and minimizing the stressful impact these situations have on our customers. Our values of respect, dedication, rigor, team spirit and community involvement are what make us the undisputed choice in the disaster recovery field.
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Steamatic Canada announces opening of first franchise in Nova Scotia
Gatineau, January 21, 2025 – Steamatic Canada continues to expand, announcing the opening of its first franchise in Nova Scotia. The Steamatic Halifax franchise is the second to open in the Maritime provinces, following Steamatic Prince Edward Island.
The new owner of Steamatic Halifax, Scott Swinamer, has over 30 years’ experience in the building construction and restoration industry. His project and financial management skills are key to the franchise’s success.
The Steamatic Halifax team will comprise a dozen employees, offering disaster restoration, mold remediation and renovation services.
“I’ve always wanted to introduce a new franchise to the province of Nova Scotia, and there was no better way to do it than in the Halifax Regional Municipality. With all the weather and natural disasters that have affected the province in recent years, the choice of a Steamatic franchise was a natural one,” said the owner at the outset.
About Steamatic Canada
Steamatic Canada is a network of disaster restoration franchises that has been in business for over 50 years. We are committed to providing exceptional service by using best practices, meeting and exceeding industry standards, and minimizing the stressful impact these situations have on our customers. Our values of respect, dedication, rigor, team spirit and community involvement are what make us the undisputed choice in the disaster recovery field.
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Steamatic Canada Announces the Opening of a New Franchise for the Metropolitan Area
Gatineau, January 16, 2025 – The President of Steamatic Canada, Nancy Raymond, is proud to announce the opening of a second franchise in the metropolitan area. After Steamatic Montréal-Est, which opened its doors in 2024, Steamatic Ville St-Laurent is now available to serve insureds in downtown and western Montreal.
The new owner of Steamatic Ville St-Laurent, Yoann Cayon, is a renovation entrepreneur with over 10 years’ experience. Having worked on a multitude of projects, he has mastered every facet of the trade. He’s known for always listening to the needs of insurance policyholders, and his reputation is built on the quality of his work and his thoroughness.
His vision is simple: to become the reference in the Montreal West region.
This new franchise, which employs around ten people, offers all Steamatic services, from post-disaster care to cleaning services.
“Yoann is an important asset for Steamatic in the Montreal region. He is a highly experienced contractor with a solid track record in the field. His attention to detail and ability to coordinate projects make him an essential leader,” said Ms. Raymond.
About Steamatic Canada
Steamatic Canada is a franchise network in the field of post-disaster restoration operating for over 50 years. We are committed to providing exceptional quality service by using best practices, respecting and surpassing industry standards, and minimizing the stressful impact that these situations have on our clients. Our values of respect, dedication, rigor, teamwork, and community engagement make us the undisputed choice in the post-disaster field.
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Steamatic Canada Partners with Leucan for the Leucan Chefs’ Challenge Leucan 2025
Gatineau, January 3, 2025 – Steamatic Canada is proud to be the provincial presenter for the 2025 Défi des chefs Leucan. Held in five regions across Quebec, this Chefs Challenge is a culinary experience that raises funds to support Leucan’s mission. In front of an eager audience, renowned chefs from prestigious local restaurants compete to impress and delight guests’ taste buds.
For Ms. Nancy Raymond, President of Steamatic Canada and Honorary Chair of the Leucan Chefs’ Challenge in the Outaouais region, this partnership with Leucan was a natural fit.
“While Steamatic Canada and Leucan operate in very different fields, our missions are strikingly similar: to be there for families during moments of vulnerability, supporting and helping them through challenging times. The Steamatic Canada family is proud to partner with Leucan to support its mission. Thousands of children and their families need our help—let’s come together for this cause,” said Ms. Raymond.
Throughout the evening, guests will enjoy a delightful experience featuring a red carpet, welcome cocktail, wine tasting with a sommelier, silent and live auctions, raffles, and networking activities.
Join us for the Leucan Chefs’ Challenge in your region:
For more information about the Leucan Chefs’ Challenge or to purchase tickets, visit www.leucan.qc.ca/defideschefs.
About Steamatic Canada
Steamatic Canada is a franchise network specializing in disaster restoration services, with over 50 years of experience. We are committed to delivering exceptional service by adhering to and exceeding industry standards, while minimizing the stressful impact these situations have on our clients. Our values of respect, dedication, rigor, teamwork, and community engagement make us the trusted choice in disaster restoration.
About Leucan
For over 45 years, Leucan has been dedicated to supporting children with cancer and their families from diagnosis through every stage of the disease and its effects. A steadfast ally to hundreds of families and thousands of members across Quebec, the organization offers distinctive, tailored services through a highly skilled team with expertise in the field. These services include funding for clinical research and the Leucan Information Center. With nine offices across the province, Leucan is present throughout Quebec.
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2024 Steamatic Canada Gala – Congratulations to the Winners
Gatineau, November 11th, 2024 – Steamatic Canada presented six awards to recognize employees and franchises who have stood out over the past year. Employees and franchise owners from across Canada gathered to celebrate the exceptional work of the #SteamTeam members.
The 2024 Steamatic Canada Annual Gala award winners are:
Compliance Award – Vaudreuil-Salaberry
This award highlights the ongoing efforts of franchisees to meet insurers’ requirements. The Vaudreuil-Salaberry franchise stands out within the network by adhering to insurance standards and consistently meeting prescribed deadlines.
Best HR Practices – Sept-Îles
This award recognizes the franchise with the best human resources practices. Over the past year, the Sept-Îles franchise implemented an employee recognition program and successfully recruited five foreign workers to address labor shortages. They have continued their initiatives in training and development while promoting company culture and employee well-being.
Employee of the Year – Josiane Lauzon, Operations Manager at Steamatic Lanaudière
This award honors the employee who has distinguished themselves through excellence, a positive attitude, exemplary customer service, and a positive impact on colleagues, fully reflecting Steamatic’s values. In September 2024, Josiane celebrated her first anniversary as Operations Manager at Steamatic Lanaudière. Her communication skills, unwavering respect, dedication, and leadership are just a few of the qualities valued by her colleagues and clients. Last August, during Hurricane Debby, Josiane worked tirelessly every day to support her team.
Franchise of the Year – Steamatic Mauricie
This award is given to the franchise that best upheld the franchise agreement, promoted the brand, and demonstrated active marketing efforts in their community. The Steamatic Mauricie franchise is always ready to participate in all Steamatic Canada initiatives and is highly involved in the community. The franchise adheres to the franchise agreement and Steamatic standards while finding innovative ways to stand out.
Employer of the Year – Steamatic Lanaudière
This award recognizes the employer who best embodies Steamatic Canada’s values and exemplifies leadership and cohesion. Mathieu Lauzon’s participative management style and compassionate approach foster a work environment rooted in respect and solidarity. Mathieu shares his technical expertise through specialized training and valuable advice. Over the past year, he has led numerous projects to enhance the well-being and comfort of all employees.
Insurers’ Choice Award – Steamatic Québec
This award, chosen by insurers from across the national network, recognizes the franchise that has won insurers’ hearts, as determined through a survey of insurers.
Anniversary Award – 10 Years Steamatic Vaudreuil-Salaberry
For a decade, the continuous commitment and unwavering dedication of the Vaudreuil-Salaberry franchise have been invaluable pillars of our success. Through their expertise and professionalism, they have built lasting trust with their clients and established a reputation for excellence. Their hard work and passion inspire all franchisees nationwide.
WOW Mentions
Over the past year, 236 WOW Mentions were awarded to the following franchises: Amiante & Beauce, Avalon, Buckingham/Petite-Nation, Canada – Head Office, Charlevoix, Chibougamau, Edmonton, Gaspé, Gatineau, GTA, Guelph, Hamilton, Haute-Gatineau, L & N Deer Lake, Lac St-Jean, Lanaudière, Laurentides, Laval, Lloydminster, Mauricie, Mont-Tremblant, Montréal-Est, Niagara, Northshore, Peel-Halton, PEI, Québec, Rive-Sud, Rivière-du-Loup, Saguenay, Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Saskatoon, Sept-Îles, Val-d’Or, Vaudreuil-Salaberry, and West Metro.
The WOWs are positive testimonials from clients expressing their appreciation for the hard work of teams across the country. “The success of Steamatic Canada rests on the commitment and passion of each of our employees. Their professionalism and dedication are our greatest strengths, and I am incredibly proud to see them shine every day, making a difference in the lives of thousands of people affected by disasters each year,” said Steamatic Canada President, Ms. Nancy Raymond.
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Steamatic Canada Named Large Business of the Year at the 2024 Ascension Gala of the National Capital Business Association
Gatineau, May 30, 2024 – With great gratitude, Steamatic Canada President Nancy Raymond accepted the award for Large Business of the Year on May 29, 2024, at the 2024 Ascension Gala of the National Capital Business Association (RGA).
This award aims to honor businesses that stand out for their financial performance, growth strategy, exemplary management, social responsibility, and entrepreneurial and innovative spirit.
For over 50 years, Steamatic Canada has positioned itself as a leading force in disaster restoration. Its global presence and significant market influence grant it expertise, ingenuity, and commitment.
“This recognition as Large Business of the Year would not have been possible without the dedication and commitment of our teams across the country. I would like to thank all our teams for their hard work and passion. The entire SteamTeam family is the cornerstone of our success. Their expertise and innovative spirit are the driving force that allows us to reach new heights,” said Ms. Raymond.
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Do you have an emergency kit at home?
If a disaster or catastrophe struck tomorrow morning, would you be ready to face it? It is recommended to have an emergency kit on hand to be self-sufficient for at least 72 hours, in case you are without electricity or clean water.
You may already have many of these items at home, but would you be able to find them quickly in the dark?
The “72 Hours…Is Your Family Prepared?” campaign by Public Safety Canada encourages Canadians to prepare to be self-sufficient for the first 72 hours following a disaster, so that first responders can assist those who need it most.
What to put in your emergency kit?
The important thing is to organize your supplies so you can find them quickly. Would you be able to?
Make sure your kit is easy to carry and that all household members know where it is located.
It is your responsibility to start gathering basic items and think about what your family will need for at least 72 hours in case of an emergency.
Checklist for a basic emergency kit:
Consider adding the following items to your kit, as needed:
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Spring Cleaning: Decluttering and Taking Inventory of Your Belongings
This year, spring has arrived at our doorstep a little earlier than usual. With spring comes spring cleaning! It’s the perfect time to clean all the rooms in the house, but also to take the time to sort through what is still useful and what we could part with. The goal is not to live with as few items as possible, but to ensure that those you own contribute positively to your life. You can sell some items or even give them away on Buy Nothing groups or to charity organizations.
We all tend to accumulate far too many things over the years. Conducting an annual sorting is a good way to declutter your property.!
Inventory of Your Belongings
This year, add a step to your spring cleaning: take inventory of your belongings. Why? In the event of a disaster, your insurance company will ask you to estimate the overall value of all your belongings in order to adequately compensate you. It is therefore easier to assess the value of your belongings and make a complete list of them when they are in front of you.
Here are the steps to follow to ensure nothing is forgotten:
Although we don’t wish for any disasters to occur, it’s always better to be prepared to face them! Having an inventory of your belongings on hand will save you from many headaches in the event of a disaster!
Emergency Preparedness Week
Happy Emergency Preparedness Week!
From May 5th to May 11th, across the country, it’s Emergency Preparedness Week!
This is a national awareness initiative that has been taking place every year since 1996, encouraging Canadians to take three simple steps to better prepare themselves to face various types of emergencies, namely:
In recent years, we have not been spared by natural disasters and there is a chance that they will recur in the years to come! Be proactive and be prepared! You are the first ones responsible for your safety!
In case of disaster, don’t panic, there’s Steamatic! Our teams of professionals will quickly provide assistance to help you get your life back on track as soon as possible.
