DOLLARD-DES-ORMEAUX: WORK BEGINS

Brigil announces start of construction for new Dollard-des-Ormeaux project

Brigil is pleased to announce the beginning of construction for its new residential development in Dollard-des-Ormeaux, located at 210 Papineau Street in the Hull sector. The first phase involves the strategic deconstruction of existing buildings. This approach allows Brigil to reuse, recover, and recycle construction materials, diverting nearly 25% of waste from landfills.

The new rental community will feature 110 apartments across 10 floors, with a rooftop terrace and indoor parking. With 20 three-bedroom units, proximity to primary and secondary schools, and easy access to public transit, Dollard-des-Ormeaux will appeal to young families seeking to settle in this vibrant and growing neighborhood.

"The revitalization of downtown Gatineau is a shared responsibility," says Gilles Desjardins, founder and president of Brigil. "This urban core must become a living community, not just a destination, and that means welcoming new residents and young families."

Brigil is proud to begin construction on land acquired in co-ownership in 2014 and fully purchased in 2018. The project aligns with the downtown area’s specific urban planning guidelines (PPU centre-ville) and will significantly reduce its environmental footprint.

Key sustainable features include:

• LEED certification, a globally recognized symbol of sustainable development
• Proximity to essential services and public transit to reduce car dependency
• Downtown densification to encourage local shopping, counter urban sprawl, and optimize municipal services
• White roofing and 58 underground parking spaces to help reduce heat islands

Construction is expected to be completed in 2025.

About Brigil
Brigil is a leading real estate company in Canada’s National Capital Region. Since 1985, it has built over 14,000 residential units and currently owns nearly 6,000 rental units, with 2,000 more under construction. Brigil plans to build more than 44,000 strategically located units across over forty communities on both sides of the Ottawa River over the next twenty years.

Brigil works to alleviate the housing crisis while creating vibrant, sustainable, and inclusive communities. The company is led by founder Gilles Desjardins, alongside his sons Jessy and Kevin, supported by a team of 300 professionals, expected to grow to 500 employees within five years.

Gilles Desjardins has received the APCHQ Outaouais Grand Bâtisseur Prize and, as one of Quebec’s most notable philanthropists, was awarded the Meritorious Service Medal of Canada in 2018 by the Governor General. Brigil’s mission goes beyond building: it is a citizen builder committed to the community.

For more information: marketing@brigil.com