What ABCP architecture does

ABCP architecture is a Quebec City-based professional services firm providing architecture, urban planning, urban design, sustainable development, interior design, heritage restoration, programming, facade inspection, and asset maintenance services. Founded in 1987 (rebranded from Gallienne Moisan architectes in 2004), the firm operates as a private partnership of eight named partners and a multidisciplinary team of 70+ professionals including architects, technologists, technicians, interior designers, and administrative staff. Its service portfolio is anchored by the core architecture practice and the URBAM urban planning sub-brand, with specialized modules for Loi 122 facade inspections and real estate asset maintenance, supported by a nine-area expertise framework covering architecture, urban design, urban planning, sustainable development, interior design, heritage, programming, facade inspection, and asset maintenance.

The firm serves institutional clients primarily across Quebec and selectively in Atlantic Canada, with a heavy weighting toward the public sector: provincial and federal government departments (notably Société québécoise des infrastructures, VIA Rail Canada), municipalities (Ville de Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville), educational institutions (school boards, CEGEPs, Université de Moncton), healthcare networks, and quasi-public sports organizations (Centre national de cyclisme de Bromont). Major anchor projects include the 110 M$ Gérard-D. Levesque heritage restoration, the 95 M$ École secondaire du Bosquet (LEED Silver), the 72.3 M$ Saint-Bruno aquatic complex, the Vélodrome Sylvan Adams (IOC/IAKS 2025 laureate), and the University of Moncton CEPS renovation.

ABCP generates revenue through professional services fees negotiated based on project scope, complexity, and construction cost, pursuing work via direct client engagement and public procurement processes. Its competitive position rests on accumulated credentials — over 100 national and international awards including the Governor General's Medal in Architecture (Canada's highest honor), LEED v4 certification expertise, and specialized knowledge in wood construction and hybrid structures (with partner Vadim Siegel sitting on the Cecobois steering committee). The firm typically delivers large institutional projects in consortium with complementary Quebec architecture and engineering firms (WSP, EMS Ingénierie, BouthilletteParizeau, Architectes Quatre, BBL, MSDL, DMG).

Name

ABCP architecture

Legal name

ABCP architecture

Website

https://abcparchitecture.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

ABCP architecture is a Quebec City-based, partner-owned architecture firm of 70+ professionals providing architectural design, urban planning, heritage restoration, and sustainable building services to public-sector clients across Quebec and Atlantic Canada.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Architectural Services

NAICS

Architectural Services (54131), Interior Design Services (541410)

SIC

Services-Engineering, Accounting, Research, Management (8700)

akta.pro primary industry

Architectural Design Services (BPAHAKAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Landscape Architecture & Site Design (BPAHAKAC)

Keywords

• Architectural design services
• Urban planning design
• Sustainable architecture
• Heritage restoration
• Sports facility architecture

Headquarters

HQ city

Quebec

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Architectural Design Services: Professional architecture services including design, planning, project management, and construction supervision for institutional, commercial, residential, and infrastructure projects. Revenue generated through professional fees based on project scope, complexity, and construction costs.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

ABCP architecture is a Quebec-based architecture and urban planning firm offering comprehensive architectural design, urban planning and design (under the URBAM brand), sustainable design, heritage restoration, interior design, programming, facade inspections, and asset maintenance services for institutional, commercial, residential, and infrastructure projects. The firm delivers services across the full project lifecycle from feasibility studies through design and construction supervision.

Product overview

ABCP architecture is an architecture and urban planning firm offering a comprehensive portfolio of services. The core offering consists of architectural design (commercial, institutional, residential, industrial, and infrastructure projects) and urban planning/design services under the URBAM brand. The firm also provides specialized service modules including asset maintenance, facade inspections compliant with Quebec safety regulations, and project programming services. The multidisciplinary team supports the full project lifecycle from feasibility studies through design, construction supervision, and ongoing asset maintenance.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• URBAM: Urban planning and urban design division

Products and services

• Architecture Services

Quantifiable outcome

• LEED Silver certification achieved for École du Bosquet secondary school
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• Architectes QuatrecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMoncton-based architecture firm collaborating with ABCP on the University of Moncton's CEPS (Centre d'éducation physique et des sports) renovation and expansion project. This partnership combines ABCP's expertise with local knowledge for this major institutional project.
• Lab-ÉcolecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative partnership on innovative school design projects including the Lab-École - École primaire Stadacona project, which was the first Lab-École implementation and achieved LEED certification.
• BBL + MLLmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerArchitecture firm consortium partners on the Complexe multisport de Saint-Georges project, which won multiple awards including Cecobois excellence award.
• MSDL + BBL ArchitectesmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerConsortium partners on the École secondaire du Bosquet project (95 M$), which achieved LEED Silver certification and won multiple design awards.
• TRAMEmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner on the Complexe aquatique de Rouyn-Noranda project, featuring innovative mass timber roof structure with 25-meter span beams.
• WSPmajorTechnology or IntegrationEngineering and professional services firm collaborating with ABCP on the heritage restoration of the Gare du Palais in Quebec City for VIA Rail Canada.
• Architecture 49 + DFS architectes en consortiummajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerConsortium partners on the 110 M$ restoration project of the Gérard-D. Levesque building (Ministry of Finance) in Quebec City's historic district.
• ONICO + ABCP architectesmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership on École primaire de Bécancour project, a 3,760 m² school in a future residential neighborhood.
• DMG architectesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner on École primaire du Campanile expansion project working on adding 10 new classrooms and multipurpose spaces.
• EMS IngénieriemajorTechnology or IntegrationStructural engineering partner on the Vélodrome Sylvan Adams project and other sports facilities, contributing to innovative hybrid wood-steel-concrete structures.
• BouthilletteParizeaumajorTechnology or IntegrationMechanical engineering partner on the Vélodrome Sylvan Adams project providing specialized expertise for the sports facility.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Lemay: Lemay is one of Canada's largest architecture and design firms with strong Quebec roots and a similarly diversified practice spanning architecture, urban design, and sustainability. Directly comparable in scale, public-sector exposure, and design philosophy to ABCP.
• Provencher_Roy: Quebec-based architecture firm with comparable mid-size profile (~150 staff), strong municipal and institutional client base, and recognized excellence in urban design and heritage projects across Canada.
• Birtz Bastien Beaulieu (BBB) Architects: Montreal-based architecture firm with a strong portfolio in cultural, institutional, and sports facilities in Quebec. ABCP and BBB have partnered as consortium members on multiple award-winning projects.
• Architecture49: Canadian architecture firm specializing in institutional, educational, and heritage projects nationwide. Partnered with ABCP on the $110M Gérard-D. Levesque restoration; comparable in heritage restoration capability.

Broad incumbents

• Diamond Schmitt Architects: Large Canadian architecture firm with comparable institutional, civic, and sports-facility expertise and multiple Governor General's Medals. Competes with ABCP for major public commissions across Canada.
• KPMB Architects: Award-winning Toronto-based architecture firm with strong institutional, educational, and civic portfolio. Competes for major Canadian public commissions at the higher end of the market.
• Stantec Architecture: Global design and engineering firm with a substantial Canadian architecture practice covering institutional and municipal projects. Overlaps with ABCP on Quebec public infrastructure and educational facility mandates.
• WSP (Architecture): Global professional services firm with architecture and engineering capabilities in Canada. Partnered with ABCP on Gare du Palais restoration; competes for integrated design commissions on large heritage and infrastructure projects.

Emerging players

• Atelier Urban Face: Quebec-based architecture and urban design practice with comparable focus on sustainable design and public-sector projects. Smaller scale than ABCP but increasingly competitive in Quebec municipal RFPs.

Regional players

• FGM Architectes: Quebec-based architecture firm with similar municipal and institutional client base. Comparable in scale and regional positioning, making it a direct local competitor for Quebec public commissions.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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