We are Alpha-Vico, Canada’s only manufacturer of school furniture. We design and manufacture durable products to the industry’s highest standards at our five plants in Farnham, Québec.
Design and manufacture durable school furniture to create functional and inspiring spaces
We offer the most complete range of products, focusing on quality and expert service to optimize your investments.
This is how we help brighten, modernize and furnish all school environments.
For over a century, we have maintained our tradition of manufacturing excellence by creating furniture that stands the test of time, lasting for generations.
Our leaders motivate more than 175 employees to carry out Alpha-Vico's mission, anchored in a family culture of commitment.
President
Vice-President Finance and Administration
Vice-president sales - North america
Vice-president Operation
Québec Sales Director
Ontario Sales Director
Team Lead-Territory Manager-Central Canada
Controller
Plant manager
Plant manager
Plant manager
Plant manager
Transportation and logistics director
Director of Product Development
Director of Special Projects, Maintenance and Innovation
President
Christian has served as President of Alpha-Vico since its acquisition with Angus Capital in 2023. A Chartered Accountant by training, he has nearly 20 years of experience in the furniture manufacturing and distribution sector. Before becoming president and shareholder of Alpha-Vico, he served as Chief Executive Officer and Vice-President Finance for a family business that employed between 250 and 950 employees over the years. Throughout his career, he has notably completed several acquisitions and corporate reorganizations, led multiple projects including digital transformation plans, change management and ERP system implementation, automation programs and equipment upgrades, and robotization projects. He is recognized for his passion, intensity and unifying leadership.
Vice-President Finance and Administration
Pierre-Luc serves as Vice President of Finance at Alpha-Vico. He has over 15 years of experience in finance within complex industrial and manufacturing environments, working for organizations operating in Canada, the United States, Europe, Asia, and Mexico. He brings a rigorous and practical approach to finance, focused on information quality, process clarity, and decision‑making support. As a strategic partner to the leadership team, he actively contributes to decisions related to growth, investments, and the organization’s sustainable performance, acting with integrity, adaptability, and collaboration. He delivers a finance function that is grounded in operational realities, action‑oriented, and geared toward effective decision‑making.
Vice-president sales - North america
Charles is Vice President of Sales at Alpha‑Vico, where he leads the commercial organization across North America. He is responsible for sales strategy, team and process structuring, as well as achieving sustained growth objectives. With more than 10 years of experience in business development and B2B sales—primarily in the private sector—he has held leadership roles in which he contributed significantly to organizational growth. He has built high‑performing sales structures, clear management frameworks, and results‑driven market development strategies. Recognized for his blend of strategic vision and hands‑on execution, Charles stands out for his ability to mobilize teams, execute with rigor, and deliver lasting results in contexts of growth and transformation.
Vice-president Operation
Matthieu hold a master’s degree in Process Engineering from Polytechnique Montréal, he has extensive experience in operations and project management and has accumulated about twenty years of experience in the manufacturing sector in various roles such as Engineering Project Manager, Director of Technical Services, and Director of Operations. He is also comfortable working in industries such as food, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, and pressure vessel manufacturing. He is now enthusiastically taking on a new challenge at Alpha‑Vico as Vice President of Operations.
Québec Sales Director
Claudine, daughter of the founder-president, started as a teenager under her father’s guidance as an employee in school furniture manufacturing. She climbed the ranks to finally choose the sales department. She has over 40 years of experience in the company. Thanks to her evolutionary path, she now has detailed knowledge of products, from their manufacturing to their marketing. This concrete expertise allows her to advise clients accurately, even with very specific requests. Claudine supervises the Québec sales team, responds to tenders, visits clients and represents Alpha-Vico at conferences and sector events. She cares about customer satisfaction, always available to answer and advise them. Clients appreciate her for her know-how, advice and expertise. All Alpha-Vico team members describe her as generous, honest and dedicated.
Ontario Sales Director
Frank not only supervises sales and commercial representatives in Ontario, but he manages all operations there, notably Alpha-Vico’s distribution center in that province. With nearly 40 years of experience in the school furniture industry, he has thorough knowledge of products and organizational workings. His commitment to customer satisfaction and his leadership make him a strategic ally for Alpha-Vico’s expansion in Ontario. Frank is driven by a clear mission: position the company as the number one supplier in Canada in its sector. He is recognized for his loyalty, reliability and mastery of the field.
Team Lead-Territory Manager-Central Canada
Jodi brings over 20 years of experience in the furniture industry. At Alpha‑Vico, she leverages her expertise in sales and territory management to support the growth of our school furniture solutions. With her strong market knowledge and collaborative leadership style, she builds lasting relationships with partners and effectively supports the needs of educational environments. Committed to continuous improvement, Jodi is known for her openness, dynamism, and dedication to team performance making her a key leader in Alpha‑Vico’s success.
Controller
Karine oversees Alpha-Vico’s complete accounting cycle and supports the company’s daily financial operations. For over 15 years, she has evolved within the organization, where she has distinguished herself through her discreet leadership and commitment. Her journey has led her to occupy increasingly strategic functions, eventually becoming a member of the management committee. Her fine understanding of internal workings gives her a global vision and great efficiency in financial management. She is recognized for her dedication, attentive listening, attention to detail and unwavering resourcefulness.
Plant manager
Mikaël is the Plant Manager, overseeing all aspects of manufacturing operations. He began his career with the company in 2007 as an operator and steadily progressed through various roles thanks to his versatility, technical expertise, and commitment. His deep understanding of processing, assembly, and plastic injection allows him to optimize production and support efficient plant performance. Recognized for his calm demeanor, proactive mindset, and strong leadership, Mikaël fosters continuous improvement and effectively mobilizes teams. His approachable personality and sense of humor contribute to a positive, collaborative, and motivating work environment.
Plant manager
Johanne oversees the quality of products manufactured at Alpha-Vico in the desktop molding plant. She ensures production deadlines are met and her team’s efficiency. She coordinates operations with rigor to guarantee excellence at every step. A team member for over 20 years, she has acquired thorough knowledge of all manufacturing processes. This field expertise, combined with her global vision, makes her an essential resource in the organization. She is recognized for her determination, ambition, leadership sense and ability to mobilize teams.
Plant manager
Christian is responsible for production at the Alpha-Vico group’s laminating plant. He supports his talented team in health and safety, productivity, quality and delivery deadline compliance. His career in Québec’s manufacturing sector began over 15 years ago and he stands out for his determination and ability to evolve. His field experience gives him concrete mastery of all operations. Recognized for his go-getter spirit, taste for challenges and consistency in procedure application, Christian always keeps focus on achieving objectives.
Plant manager
Caroline is the manager of Alpha-Vico’s plastic injection plant, where she coordinates production and oversees the quality of manufacturing processes. With the group since 1997, she has developed deep expertise in the company and its operations, contributing directly to the manufacturing of durable school furniture that has built Alpha-Vico’s reputation. Highly involved in the plant as well as the company’s social life, Caroline perfectly embodies the team spirit. Reliable, cheerful, and always available, she never hesitates to offer her support and tackle challenges.
Transportation and logistics director
Annie oversees and coordinates all activities related to the transportation department. She leads logistics transformation projects, develops team performance, and ensures a high level of customer service. With over 25 years of sales experience, she has thorough knowledge of the company and its operations. She has actively contributed to major projects like designing the new catalog and new website, while touching various spheres: customer service, representation events, accounting, production and shipping. Her versatility is a real asset. Recognized for her organizational sense, leadership, listening skills and autonomy, Annie knows how to move things forward efficiently.
Director of Product Development
Annie is the Director of Product Development at Alpha‑Vico, where she leverages her industrial design background and extensive production experience. She contributed to the design of flagship models such as the 10M and Silhoflex chairs and has strong expertise in managing BOMs, product structures, and cost analysis. She has also led several major projects, including the implementation of new machinery, the modernization of the paint system, UL certification, and the deployment of a new ERP. Determined, reliable, and straightforward, Annie excels at aligning innovation, manufacturability, and strategic vision to drive the evolution of Alpha‑Vico’s product line.
Director of Special Projects, Maintenance and Innovation
Sylvain oversees the completion of various major projects, particularly in automation, production process optimization as well as equipment and building maintenance for the Alpha-Vico group. With over 35 years of experience in his field, he joined Alpha-Vico at age 16 as a laborer. He then climbed the ranks, notably holding positions as team leader, foreman and plant manager in different group facilities. He is recognized for his ingenuity, dedication and hardworking nature. Sylvain has thorough knowledge of all five Alpha-Vico plants.
We engage wholeheartedly with each customer to transform their vision into inspiring learning spaces.
We are determined to embody the highest standards of our industry and constantly raise the bar to exceed our customers' expectations.
We cultivate a work environment where creativity and enjoyment stimulate our collective success.
We perpetuate our tradition of manufacturing excellence, creating Canadian furniture that stands the test of time and lasts for generations.
We build trust-based relationships with our customers by making listening and agility central to every interaction.
Each day we cultivate relationships based on mutual trust by acting with transparency, authenticity and honesty.
We engage wholeheartedly with each customer to transform their vision into inspiring learning spaces.
We are determined to embody the highest standards of our industry and constantly raise the bar to exceed our customers' expectations.
We cultivate a work environment where creativity and enjoyment stimulate our collective success.
We perpetuate our tradition of manufacturing excellence, creating Canadian furniture that stands the test of time and lasts for generations.
We build trust-based relationships with our customers by making listening and agility central to every interaction.
Each day we cultivate relationships based on mutual trust by acting with transparency, authenticity and honesty.
For more than 40 years, Alpha-Vico has furnished Canadian schools with its iconic products, recognized by several generations of students and teachers.
At Alpha-Vico, children’s health comes first. Our school furniture is UL GREENGUARD Gold certified, ensuring ultra-low chemical emissions for cleaner indoor air. This globally recognized certification goes beyond industry standards to create safe, sustainable learning environments that meet the highest air quality requirements.
Our company has obtained UL certification for its mobile and folding cafeteria tables. Alpha‑Vico is the only Canadian company to hold this safety certification for this product category.
The resin used for our chairs is certified phthalate-free. Phthalates are endocrine-disrupting plasticizers that can pose health risks, such as premature birth, language disorders, cancer and infertility.
Different table and chair models in our range meet and/or passed certain specific ANSI/BIFMA testing and standards, ensuring their compliance for public spaces and high-traffic environments. These rigorous tests validate the strength, the performance, the security, the quality and durability of products in educational environments.
We are constantly improving as we continue our certification journey with the goal of maintaining the highest quality and safety standards in the industry.
Choosing Alpha-Vico products means contributing to a sustainable future for generations to come.
Designed to last 30 years, our products combine durable materials and eco-responsible manufacturing. Our exclusive DUROTOP/DUROEDGE technology ensures durable surfaces and edges. Our molds and replacement parts facilitate repairs and long-term product compatibility.
By manufacturing 100% in Québec, using local suppliers and emphasizing certified ecological materials, we reduce our carbon footprint while maintaining outstanding quality.
Our solvent-free paint system and electrostatic powder coating represent the most efficient and ecological processes in the industry. We fully recycle steel and reuse cardboard and plastic. Our finishing system allows heat recovery and water reuse. As for plastic residue generated during the injection process, it is shredded and 100% recycled to produce our storage bins.
We optimize packaging and reuse or repair transport pallets. Our truck fleet follows optimized delivery routes, transporting maximized loads to reduce our environmental impact.
