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News about our Members of our Group! Membership News NEW MEMBER Octo Purchasing Group is excited to announce that Midbec have agreed to join the group, effective January 1st, 2026. Founded in 1970, Midbec is a family-owned business that has grown to become a major player in the distribution of appliance parts and HVAC/R components. Show More View Announcement NEW STORE Canac to Open Its First Store on the Island of Montreal in 2027. Canac has confirmed the acquisition of the land that will host its very first store on the island of Montreal. The transaction, finalized on October 28, concerns a 450,600-square-foot lot located in the Anjou borough in the east end of the city. The opening is scheduled for early 2027. It will be the chain’s 38th store. Show More View Announcement NEW MEMBER Octo Purchasing Group is pleased to announce the return of a valued member to our Group, following its 2018 acquisition and a more recent one. On September 18 th , 2025, Amre Supply was acquired by Reliable Parts , and together, these two organizations have decided to join Octo . Show More View Announcement NEWS NEXT Plumbing and Hydronics Supply stood out at the 14th annual Road Hockey to Conquer Cancer tournament, earning the Corporate Cup for having the most teams and raising the most funds. Held in Vaughan, ON, the event raised a record $3.2 million in support of cancer research at The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation. NEXT Supply contributed over $600,000, with 30 teams and more than 400 participants out of the 1,500 total attendees. Show More View Announcement OCTO NEW STRATEGIC ALLIANCE OCTO PURCHASING GROUP and BLUE HAWK Announce Strategic Alliance to Foster Growth and Collaboration in the HVACR Market CHICAGO, IL – September 9, 2025 – OCTO PURCHASING GROUP and BLUE HAWK today announced a strategic alliance aimed at strengthening the independent HVACR supply distribution channel. Show More View Announcement NEW ACQUISITION Core & Main Inc. (NYSE: CNM) has agreed to acquire substantially all the assets of Canada Waterworks Inc. and Canada Waterworks Ottawa Inc. Canada Waterworks , established in 2014, serves contractors and municipalities in southern Ontario from Toronto, Ottawa, and Hamilton. Show More View Announcement NEW STORE Kerr Controls and Kerr Smart Energy have opened a new building at their 35 Loostouk St. location in Moncton, NB, following major upgrades completed this year. Based in Truro, NS, Kerr Controls now operates 12 locations across Atlantic Canada and three in Ontario. View Announcement NEW EXPANSION Kasa Supply Ltd. has announced a 15,000+ sq. ft. expansion of its facility in Edmonton, AB. The current facility, which includes more than 25,000 sq. ft. of warehouse and office space, will see its capacity increased to improve product distribution throughout Alberta and beyond. Show More View Announcement NEW DIVISION Sego Canada has launched Sego Services , its new electromechanical division, to provide enhanced solutions. With decades of experience in motor rewinds, industrial control panels, welders, and pump repair, Sego Services reinforces the company’s commitment to sales, service, and repair. Show More View Announcement NEW MEMBER Octo Purchasing Group is excited to announce that Surplus Général Tardif will be joining the Group as of January 1st, 2025. Founded in 1981, Surplus Général Tardif services a large industrial and commercial clientele, including farmers, maple syrup producers, construction contractors, and consumers, with a product range exceeding 20,000 items. Show More View Announcement NEW STORE NEXT Plumbing and Hydronics Supply has opened a new branch at 1450 Victoria St. E, Building A, Unit 1, in Whitby, ON, led by branch manager Matthew Brook. This expansion is part of NEXT Supply ’s ongoing strategic growth beyond the Greater Toronto Area, reinforcing its commitment to serving more communities across Southern Ontario. Show More View Announcement NEW DISTRIBUTION CENTER The Master Group has opened a new LEED Gold-certified Eastern distribution centre in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville, QC. The $12-million, 300,000 sq. ft. facility is part of the Écoparc Saint-Bruno complex and features automation, efficient picking methods, and multiple picking zones for faster branch deliveries. Show More View Announcement NEW PARTNERSHIP Two of our members, Évolution Distribution and Sexton Group , have established a new partnership to expand in the Quebec market. The new entity, named EvoX , merges the strengths of both companies, offering a competitive and flexible solution for Quebec dealers. Show More View Announcement NEW MEMBER Octo Purchasing Group is excited to announce that Catalina Construction Products Inc. will be joining the Group as of January 1st, 2025. Catalina Construction Products Inc. is an independent waterworks & precast distributor, specializing on water and wastewater infrastructure projects. They are located in Alberta. View Announcement NEW CASTLE MEMBER Castle Building Centres Group is pleased to announce the addition of its newest member location in Quebec, Revêtements des Laurentides Inc. , in St-Eustache. Specializing in exterior siding, steel roofing, decking, and exterior railings, the business plans to expand its offerings under the Castle brand to include garage doors. Show More View Announcement NEW MEMBER Octo is happy to welcome Delroc Industries Ltd as a member to the group, effective January 1st, 2025. Delroc , founded in 1974 in Langley, British Columbia, has been providing independent building supply members across Canada competitive programs on all building materials for over 45 years. Show More View Announcement NEW ACQUISITION GMS (Gypsum Management & Supply, Inc.) , listed as WSB Titan within Octo Purchasing Group , have announced on July 7th 2024, the acquisition of Yvon Building Supply. Yvon Building Supply Inc. is a leading distributor of building supplies in the Ontario, Canada market. Show More View Announcement NEW MEMBER Octo is happy to welcome Sexton Group Ltd as a member to the group, effective January 1st, 2025. Sexton Group has been in the Canadian Building Supply Industry since 1985, working for independent building material dealers, hardware retailers, specialty dealers, and manufactured structure specialists across the country as their trusted building materials buying group. Show More View Announcement NEW STORE On May 29, the official ribbon-cutting ceremony took place at CANAC in Sorel-Tracy. This store represents an investment of nearly $20 million in a 40,000-square-foot store on a plot of over 530,000 square feet. CANAC operates 33 branches in Quebec and employs over 5,000 people. Show More View Announcement NEW DISTRIBUTION CENTER Master celebrated the grand opening of its Western Distribution Centre just north of Calgary. This $11 million investment since 2019 highlights Master’s commitment to Alberta and Western Canada. With 19 branches and a new 150,000-square-foot facility, Master is set to enhance service in the HVAC/R industry. See the original post by clicking here . View Announcement NEW MEMBER Octo is happy to welcome back the (Le) Groupe Master as a member to the group, effective January 1st, 2024. Le Groupe Master is a Canadian company specializing in the field of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR). Show More View Announcement NEW MEMBER Octo is happy to welcome Pacific Clean Air Co. Ltd as a member to the group, effective January 1st, 2024. Pacific Clean Air Co. Ltd was established in 1992 and operates out of their location in Richmond, British Columbia. As a leading HVAC/R, Hydronic and Controls Distributor, they are very proud to have been in business for over 30 years. View Announcement NEW BRANCHES Canada Waterworks is opening 2 new branches in Ontario, in Hamilton and Ottawa. The opening of the Hamilton branch is scheduled for December 1, 2023, and the Ottawa branch will open during the first week of January 2024. Show More View Announcement NEW ACQUISITION Delta Water Products Group Holdings Ltd. announced on September 1st, 2023, that it has acquired a new company. The company is ARNDT Motor and Pump Service , which will become an Octo Member, effective January 1st, 2024. Show More View Announcement NEW MEMBER Octo is happy to welcome Atlantic Piping Distribution Ltd. as a member to the group, effective July 1st, 2023. Atlantic Piping Distribution Ltd is a PVF wholesale distributor specializing in all sectors of the commercial, industrial and oil and gas industry. Show More View Announcement NEW ACQUISITION GMS (Gypsum Management & Supply, Inc.), listed as WSB Titan within Octo Purchasing Group, has acquired Home Lumber & Building Supplies on May 2nd, 2023. Home Lumber & Building Supplies has been serving Vancouver Island since 1960. View Announcement NEW ACQUISITION GMS (Gypsum Management & Supply, Inc.), listed as WSB Titan within Octo Purchasing Group, has acquired Blair Building Materials Inc. in April 2023. Blair Building Materials has now been doing business for over 70 years and is currently located in Maple, Ontario. View Announcement NEW ACQUISITION Delta Water Products Group Holdings Ltd. has announced the acquisition of two companies on April 6th, 2023. Aquateck West Ltd. and Watertec Irrigation Ltd. both became members of Octo, effective April 1st, 2023. Show More View Announcement NEW BRANCH Kasa Supply has opened a new branch in Brampton (Ontario), on January 12th, 2023. This is the distributor's first branch outside of British Columbia and Alberta. Show More View Announcement NEW ACQUISITION Guillevin International announced the acquisition of CDE (Centre de Distribution Électrique) on January 10th, 2023. The distributor counts three branches in St-Jérôme, Laval, and Joliette. View Announcement NEW MEMBER Octo is happy to welcome Sierra Distributors as a member to the group, effective January 1st, 2023. Sierra Distributors started as a supplier of Cast Iron MJ Pipe and has grown into an independent rough-in wholesaler to mechanical contractors. Show More View Announcement NEW MEMBER Octo is happy to welcome J. A. Porter as a member to the group, effective January 1st, 2023. J. A. Porter is a family-owned business, specializing in the distribution of waterworks products as well as precast concrete, for over 50 years. Show More View Announcement NEW MEMBER Octo is happy to welcome LK Metal Products as a member to the group, effective January 1st, 2023. LK Metal Products is a HVAC wholesale distributor that was founded in 1928. Located in Windsor, Ontario, they operate a 55,000 square foot warehouse. View Announcement NEW ACQUISITION Sierra Distributors has announced in March 2023 the acquisition of two companies. They are: Pacific Rim Fabrication (2020) Ltd. and Premier Waterworks Ltd. , both located in Langley (British Columbia). They both become members of Octo effective January 1st, 2023. View Announcement NEW STORE Sinclair Supply ’s Winnipeg branch has moved on May 10th, 2022. You can now find them at 1680 Church Avenue in Winnipeg. View Announcement NEW PRESIDENT It was announced on February 21st, 2022 that Geneviève Gagnon would succeed her father, Yves Gagnon , as the new president of GAGNON - La Grande Quincaillerie. Congratulations to Geneviève Gagnon on this new role and to her father for 50 years at the helm of the company! View Announcement NEW MEMBER Octo is happy to welcome Matériaux Bomat Inc. as a member to the group, effective January 1st, 2022. Matériaux Bomat is a construction materials & hardware distributor located in Lévis (Québec). In 1946, the Garon family entered the lumber industry in Sainte-Foy. Show More View Announcement NEW MEMBER Octo is happy to welcome West Central Pipe as a member to the group, effective January 1st, 2022. Located in Quesnel (BC), West Central Pipe has been a distributor of plumbing products for over 25 years. 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Administration Octo's team consists of 12 permanent employees who manage the following administrative tasks: Processing rebates twice a month. Producing several individual reports for all members monthly. Keeping your business information confidential and not sharing it with other members. Providing suppliers' individual programs and condensed rebate documentation. Preparing all negotiation review meetings and general assemblies. Hosting and organizing the two general assemblies. Conducting and organizing 4 to 6 Executive Board conference calls annually. Recruiting new members on a continual basis. Basics The Octo Purchasing Group does not interfere with the daily operations of its members. Each member maintains their autonomy. You negotiate your day-to-day acquisition costs. All members pay the same fees. Each member has an equal voting right. Committees handle negotiations, not the largest member. Finances No capital is required for bank guarantees, bonds, or letters of credit. To ensure the well-being of all members, financial statements are sent directly to an external auditor annually in complete confidentiality. Financial health of our members is monitored by our corporate standard ratios. Marketing Enhancing your existing communication network with Octo’s members and suppliers. Receiving constant industry updates and notifications. Accessing an efficient and varied communication system, including private and secure website access. Learning about your competition, both internal and external. Establishing or re-establishing links between suppliers and members. Interfacing, networking, and exchanging best practices with other members and vendors. Guidelines Transferring purchase volumes towards supportive Octo vendors is encouraged and beneficial. Honoring the terms afforded to Octo by its suppliers, as image and credibility are very important to Octo members. Undertaking to keep all components of Octo’s rebate book, including negotiation documents, agreements with suppliers, and membership, confidential. Sending financial statements to Octo's auditor annually to ensure membership stability and reliability. Attending Octo’s general meetings. Purchasing Maintaining your established relationships with your suppliers. Preserving your buying autonomy. Adding to your sourcing opportunities. Participating in bulk buy opportunities and group buys. Accessing multiple monthly promotions offered by suppliers. Benefiting from collective buying volumes to maximize day-to-day pricing. Reducing transportation costs by pooling with other members to get the best pricing level and pre-paid (PPD) shipments. Taking advantage of buy/sell opportunities within the group. Moving, selling, or trading surplus or dead inventory in other territories or regions.

Expand your business Expand your business across 8 market segments to differentiate yourself from the competition and improve business stability through diversification of customers. Improve communications Communicating directly with the decision maker offers faster responses, clearer understanding, and better negotiation opportunities. It fosters stronger relationships and leads to more efficient processes and better outcomes. Reduce credit risk Octo reviews members' financial statements annually, aging reports monthly, and ensures compliance with negotiated terms to maintain transparency, promptness, and mutually beneficial relationships. Consolidation We've rationalized multiple programs into a cohesive group program, streamlining efficiency. Our commitment to standardize terms and conditions ensures clarity and fairness. In addition, 100% of the revenues generated are returned directly to our valued customers. Promote your business Promoting your business directly to decision makers ensures targeted communication, streamlines the sales process, and fosters valuable relationships, ultimately leading to increased sales and stronger partnerships. Reduce administration costs Streamlining reporting and settlement into a singular system like Octo reduces administration costs by eliminating redundancies, minimizing errors, and enhancing efficiency, leading to significant savings.

Added Value Services At Octo Purchasing Group, we are constantly working to provide our members with the best possible services. That's why we develop partnerships with other companies to offer new and exciting services that will enhance your membership even further. Octo University Investment in knowledge pays the best interest Gain access to a variety of industry specific courses featuring product and brand training from Octo suppliers. Sign up or login to get started today. Octo University Economic Drivers Explore interactive charts and export data to stay updated on commodity price movements. Please note that this is a member exclusive service. Visit our page by clicking here. Economic Drivers Digital Buyers Guide Discover Octo 's Digital Buyers Guide showcasing suppliers' product line and sale network details, all in a concise two-page line card format. At the moment, the Guide only includes Industrial Safety and Tools Suppliers. Please note that this is a member exclusive service. Visit our page by clicking here. Digital Buyers Guide

Join Octo Octo is continually seeking new members to enhance and strengthen our existing Group. We welcome businesses who bring fresh perspectives, diverse expertise, and a shared commitment to excellence. Joining our community offers opportunities for collaboration, growth, and mutual support, as we work together to achieve our goals. If you are passionate about making a positive impact and contributing to a dynamic Group of distributors, consider becoming a part of Octo today. Together, we can achieve even greater success. MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION FORM Business' Information Company Name Address Website Toll Free Year of Foundation Are you a member of another buying group? * Yes No Phone Fax Number of Employees Please specify Main Contact's Information First name Last name Job Title Email Phone Ext. Sector of Activity Main Segment(s) Plumbing Hydronics Hardware Main Segment(s) HVAC/R Pump PVF/Fire Protection segment 3 Industrial Safety Waterworks Electrical Location(s) Number of Branches Number of Distribution Center(s) Province(s) Alb. B.C. Man. N.B. N.L. Province N.S. Ont. P.E.I. Que. Sask. Territory(ies) Nvt. N.W.T. Y.T. Purchasing Profile Annual Sales * Under $3M Over $3M Over $5M Over $15M Over $100M $150M + Top 3 suppliers (open account) Comments Submit

Our Board of Directors Dedication. Expertise. Passion. Meet Octo Purchasing Group 's inspiring Board of Directors, and you’ll see why we are aiming high. Our Board members all have an excellent track record of success in their respective business environments. Together, they bring a collective and collaborative business perspective that helps us achieve our mission. Our Board members are committed to providing strategic guidance and oversight and share a long-term vision of Octo Purchasing Group . President Paul Blaik Independent Mechanical Supply Inc. Vice President Brahm Swirsky Next Supply Vice President Mireille Gauthier Les Produits BCM Ltée Secretary Mike Fulton Near North Supply Inc. Vice President Céline Robillard Polygon Security Inc. Vice President Laurent Houle J.U.Houle Ltée Treasurer Jamie Hutt-Semple Kerr Control Limited Vice President Roger Carson Carson Supply Vice President Martin Ménard Évolution Distribution

Supplier Requirements Octo's vendors are very important to our success. Suppliers are chosen specifically to address the needs of the many market segments in which Octo participates. We are always looking for partners to develop new programs for our members, however before we even consider a new vendor, several requirements must be met. Octo only partners with the top market share holders in their respective product category. Product line must be established. $250,000 minimum requirement of established purchase volume within the Octo group. Ability to provide a monthly sales report. Interest in developing ongoing product promotions. Desire to create or develop a mutually beneficial market development program. $400 annual contribution.