Ceratec imports and distributes ceramic, porcelain, glass mosaic and natural stone tiles and related products to over 2,500 independent dealers and directly to the general public. With over 60 years’ experience, Ceratec offers unbeatable service, unsurpassed operations, and a wide, highly competitive range of ceramic tiles and related products.
Ceratec: Dedicated to ceramic tiles for over 60 years
1949: Ceratec is founded under the name St. Lawrence Ceramics.
1950s: St. Lawrence Ceramics concentrates on manufacturing ceramic tiles, opening branches in a number of Canadian provinces.
1970s: St. Lawrence Ceramics focuses on distributing ceramic tiles. Its manufacturing experience is a valuable asset in selecting quality flooring its customers appreciate.
1973: St. Lawrence Ceramics changes its name to Ceratec. This shorter name is easier to remember in French and in English.
Early 1980s: Ceratec VP Jean-Paul Raiche acquires the company.
1983: US company Nevamar, a manufacturer based in Odenton, Maryland, approaches Ceratec to distribute its stratified products. By the late 80s, Nevamar accounts for a significant portion of the Ceratec product range.
Mid-1980s: Ceratec truly becomes a family business as sons Curtis, Ken, Paul, and Peter join their father Jean-Paul.
2001: Ceratec stops distributing Nevamar stratified products.
2002: Ceratec expands into western Canada, opening a distribution center in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
2002: The Dartmouth branch in Nova Scotia is relocated in a modern and spacious building.
2003: Ceratec builds new facilities in Vaudreuil, Quebec, to meet growing demand for its tiles in the Greater Montreal area.
2004: The Ottawa, Ontario branch relocates to a new building to meet consumer needs.
2005: A new distribution center is opened in Calgary, Alberta.
2007: Paul Raiche, son of Jean-Paul, becomes president of Ceratec.
2010: Launch of the Monet Collection, an exclusive selection of the most dazzling ceramic tiles from Europe.
