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The farmer’s life was clearly not for Aristide Lassonde. In 1910, he sold his land on Rang Double and moved to the outskirts of the village, where he bought a large lot. A new project was taking shape in his mind. With the help of Georgianna, he set about bringing it to fruition, surmounting the […]

Lassonde’s history begins in 1918…or does it? Didn’t everything start with a meeting and a marriage of two young French Canadians in 1896? At the time they were living in Massachusetts with their family, seeking a better life just like many of their compatriots. What did Georgianna Darcy and Aristide Lassonde have in common? Good […]

Lassonde is celebrating its centenary this year. Our history spans 100 years, 10 decades and four generations of entrepreneurs. Over the years, the company has employed thousands of workers, first in Quebec, then elsewhere in Canada and, more recently, in the United States. Few Quebec companies can boast that kind of track record! As we […]

For the 37th edition of the apple picking at Lassonde, which took place on September 15th and 16th, nearly 6300 employees, suppliers and business partners were present. Horse and tractor rides, food trucks, tastings, make-up and many other activities were available to the guests. To make a small nod to our 100th, Lassonde’s founder, Aristide […]

Rougemont, July 16, 2018 – It is with great sadness that Lassonde’s management team and employees learned of Mr. Yves Dumont passing on July 13, 2018. During a career spanning over 40 years, Mr. Dumont was one of the pillars of Lassonde Industries Inc., where he still worked as a consultant and board member at […]

Rougemont, Quebec, May 31, 2018 – Lassonde Industries Inc. (TSX: LAS.A) (“Lassonde”) completed the previously announced acquisition of Old Orchard Brands, LLC, a fruit juice and beverage manufacturing company based in Sparta, Michigan, for a total cash consideration of US$148.9 million. This amount includes US$2.9 million in preliminary working capital adjustments and is subject to potential additional working capital and other adjustments. An additional consideration of […]

Lassonde Industries Inc. (TSX: LAS.A) (“Lassonde”) has reached an agreement to acquire Old Orchard Brands, LLC, a family-owned juice and beverage company based in Sparta, Michigan, for a total cash consideration of US$146.0 million (subject to working capital and other adjustments) payable upon closing of the transaction. By way of additional consideration, a further amount of […]

Lassonde Industries Inc. announces that it is combining its U.S. businesses.