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Welcome to the Team Nadeau, Fournier Arpenteurs-Géomètres Inc.

J.D. Barnes Limited is pleased to announce the acquisition of Nadeau, Fournier Arpenteurs-Géomètres Inc., based in Gatineau, Quebec.

Established over 45 years ago, the firm has built a strong reputation providing professional surveying services throughout Gatineau and the surrounding region. The office includes 28 employees, including 8 land surveyors, delivering expertise across traditional land surveying, engineering surveys, and terrestrial LiDAR services.

The Gatineau office will operate as a wholly owned subsidiary of J.D. Barnes Limited, further strengthening our presence in Quebec and enhancing our ability to serve clients across the province.

We are proud to welcome Christian Nadeau and Mathieu Fournier, along with their entire team, and look forward to continued growth and collaboration in the Quebec market.

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