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Fertilizers and pesticides: Understanding the new rules

At Groupex, supporting our members through complex challenges is at the heart of what we do. Faced with recent regulatory changes in fertilizers and pesticides, our cooperative responded quickly...

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Grande Virée Coop 2025: 3 Inspiring Days Across Ontario for Coop Members and Supplier

From August 19 to 21, 2025, Coop Horticole members are hitting the road for the much-anticipated Grande Virée Coop — this year heading to Ontario. It’s a key event...

Groupex Featured in Les coops dans votre quotidien

On July 23, the newspaper Le Soleil published an article about Groupex as part of the series Les coops dans votre quotidien, an initiative led by the Conseil québécois...

Temporary Foreign Workers: When the System Tightens, the Coop Steps Up

For over 20 years, Quebec’s horticultural sector has relied on temporary foreign workers (TFWs) to address a growing labour shortage. But today, the framework is tightening. Employé.es Les Artisans...

Two new suppliers join the cooperative!

We are excited to announce the arrival of Pépinière St-Nicolas and Pépinière Mont Yamaska as new suppliers in our Cooperative network. These renowned nurseries will enhance our offerings and...

The Pelargonium Alexandre: An Innovation by André Carbonneau

At Groupex, we’re proud to count among our members individuals who are passionate and dedicated to pushing the boundaries of horticulture in Quebec. André Carbonneau is one of these...

Groupex Launches a Survey to Support the Entrepreneurial Succession of Its Members

According to an article from La Presse,1 published on March 20, 2025, business succession is experiencing significant growth in Quebec, with more business transfers than new business startups since...

The New Coop Certification : A Step Closer to Successful Sustainable

In a world where sustainability is at the forefront of concerns, the cooperative is proud to introduce a new coop certification, specifically designed to support member businesses in their...

Customs Tariffs: The Coop Supports Its Entrepreneurs

He trade war between Canada and the United States has taken a new turn with the imposition of 25% customs tariffs on certain products. Since March 4, 2025, Canadian...

Welcoming Two New Suppliers: Druide Écotrail and Elho

We’re pleased to introduce two new suppliers that enhance the cooperative’s offering: Druide Écotrail and Elho. These partners stand out for their commitment to sustainability and innovation, bringing environmentally...

Quercus 2025: Celebrating Award Winners and Exceptional Members

The 2025 Congress, held on February 18, 19, and 20 at the Entourage Hotel on Lac Beauport, was a memorable occasion to celebrate the achievements and commitment of our...