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Our History

Polycor Inc. is the world’s leading natural stone quarrier and our core mission is to make people fall in love with natural stone. Our world-class reputation comes from a great legacy of stone work on historic landmarks, institutional, commercial and residential projects.

Global
Production

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Our Brands

MILESTONE

1987

Polycor is founded in Quebec City

1990

Acquisition of Granite Bussière

1992

Acquisition of Dumas et Voyer

1998

Acquisition of Tuiles Grani‑Décor

1999

Acquisition of Granilac

2002

Opening of the Lac Mégantic plant (QC)

2003

Acquisition of Georgia Marble Company

2010

Expansion in the US and launch of recycled glass surfaces

2014

Acquisition of Alberene Soapstone Company

2016

Acquisition of Rock of Ages & Swenson Granite Works

2018

Acquisition of 4 French limestone quarries in France and merger with Indiana Limestone Company

2019

Acquisition of Elliott Stone

Future – A world of possibilities

Innovation and Know‑how

Our spearhead: continuing to set the innovative benchmark in the natural stone industry.

We ally creative thinking with ongoing research and development to initiate advanced practices, develop original products, and breathe new life into natural stone.

Our Creations

<strong>Patrick Perus</strong> <br>CEO, Polycor Inc.

Patrick Perus
CEO, Polycor Inc.

Born and raised in the beautiful region of Burgundy in France, Patrick Perus joined Polycor in August 2003, and became President and CEO in January 2008.

From the Empire State Building to your kitchen countertop, from the Trocadéro to your house landscaping, Patrick’s mission is to make people fall in love with natural stone again.

lnspired by a passion for natural stone, his vision for Polycor is to further its legacy of creating landmarks for humanity, beautiful structures that will pass the test of time.

An employer committed
to the community

Our quarries and plants are a vital part of the community wherever we operate: that’s why sustainable development ─ economical, social or environmental ─ is so important to us. Visit our Naturally SustainableTM page to learn more about our commitment.

 

See our Business Code of Conduct »

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A culture of
commitment

We bring the industry together in celebration of our historic past and our innovative future.

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Partners with

We are proud contributors to Women in Stone, in honour of the role of women in the stone industry.

See our tribute:

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Through research and development, acquisitions and partnerships, Polycor Inc. remains a leader in the industry. And our solid commitment to the communities where we work ensures sustainability on the local level.

This is the mark of a company whose proud reputation stands on the legacy of its world-renowned natural stones.

POLYCOR <br><strong>AROUND THE WORLD</strong> POLYCOR <br><strong>AROUND THE WORLD</strong>

POLYCOR
AROUND THE WORLD

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