Groupe LAR specializes in the design, fabrication and installation of mechanical structures. The company has a particular focus on hydromechanical equipment, including gates, towers, hoists, hoist enclosures, and penstocks. With over 250 employees, the company is actively involved in projects across Canada.
Founded in 1942, Groupe LAR has established itself as a leader in its field. Headquartered in Métabetchouan-Lac-à-la-Croix, Québec, Canada, the company has strategically leveraged its proximity to Quebec’s major hydroelectrical projects and primary transformation facilities to grow steadily over the decades.
As Quebec’s hydroelectrical industry expanded, Groupe LAR remained at the forefront by consistently delivering products of the highest quality. The company’s ability to meet the industry’s rigorous standards has been central to its long-term success. Its completed projects, many of which remain in operation today, stand as a testament to the LAR team’s expertise and knowhow.
Over the past decades, Groupe LAR has grown beyond its roots, establishing and operating satellite shops across the province of Quebec and expanding its presence to Fort St-John, British Columbia, Canada.
In 2025, Groupe LAR was acquired by Groupe ADF, creating a powerful synergy between two major industrial steel fabrication companies. This partnership strengthens LAR’s capacity to take on and deliver large-scale projects with even greater resources and reach.
Today, Groupe LAR maintains its position as a market leader, drawing on more than 80 years of experience. Its integrated expertise in design, fabrication, and on-site installation (increasingly complex disciplines) is managed by one cohesive multidisciplinary team. This integrated approach ensures that every step of the process, from concept to completion, is carefully coordinated to deliver a high-quality product.
