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The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the world — and our relationship to our homes. As our living spaces do double and triple duty as work, school and entertainment spaces, it’s become more important than ever that they function well, look great and feel like, well, home. It’s proba...
MorePosted April 15
Celebrating #InternationalWomensDay, and Women's History Month, this March, by highlighting a very special member of our team. As VP of Operations and Co-Owner of Urban Quarry, Mireille Bellavance has spent a decade learning the ins and outs of the stone industry. “I have always been fortuna...
MorePosted March 8
The Urban Quarry showroom is currently closed to the public. We are still operational and available by appointment only. To protect and promote the well-being of our customers and employees, given our limited capacity, we will be following the guidelines below. * Our showroom hours are Monday to F...
MorePosted January 8
2020, as unpredictable a year as they come but despite that, the Urban Quarry team has certainly accomplished a lot. The year started strong, and our vision, missions and goals for the year were executed … after a few pivots and bumps along the way. We want to take this opportunity to express ...
MorePosted December 18
French version below We are pleased to announce that as of today, Urban Quarry Founder and CEO, Laurent Bellavance, is officially taking his first step into retirement. Not entirely gone just yet, Laurent will help guide the management team through this next chapter of Urban Quarry’s growth ...
MorePosted November 4
From health concerns to additional work related pressures, the COVID-19 situation has created a number of disruptions in our lives that have caused feelings of stress and anxiety. We are all navigating through these unchartered waters, but one thing for certain; whatever you might be feeling –...
MorePosted October 6
The Urban Quarry showroom remains open under strict guidelines to comply with public health and workplace safety measures so that we can safely accommodate you and your clients. To protect and promote the well-being of our customers and employees, given our limited capacity, our showroom will be op...
MorePosted September 22
As a company, we’re so proud of how our team has come together, as we continue to support our customers in new (more virtual) ways! 1. Our Sales team is working remotely offering virtual assistance and one-on-one appointments via email, Zoom, GoogleMeet and FaceTime. 2. Virtual slab viewings...
MorePosted June 18
In March, our world came to a halt as the world embarked on a global health crisis, shutting down many businesses and keeping everyone safely inside their homes. Business owners and employees were resilient finding new ways to communicate, and creative methods to keep business moving forward as much...
MorePosted May 14
Dear valued customers and partners, Under the leadership of the recent announcement from our provincial government, we are ready to reopen our operations with a limited staff as we were considered an “essential service” in our industry. Under these new restrictions, our mandate will be ...
MorePosted April 8
We’re listening. For over 30 years, Urban Quarry has been committed to exceeding customer expectations with quality products, expert craftsmanship and unmatched customer service in Eastern Ontario, Western Quebec and Montreal. And now, in response to customer feedback, changing market demands ...
MorePosted January 16
On Saturday, October 19th, our team was proud to attend and sponsor the 36th Annual Housing Design Awards, presented by the Ottawa Home Builders' Association. Their committee put together a stunning evening honouring the best of Ottawa's housing design, architecture and kitchen/bathroom renovations....
MorePosted October 30
Running five years strong, Urban Quarry was proud to once again support Fore-Play for Charity – Ottawa Women’s Networking Golf Tournament, which took place in September at The Marshes Golf Club. The day is organized and presented by TRUEdotDESIGN, and includes many of our design communit...
MorePosted September 30
Ottawa-based granite, marble and Cambria Quartz surface company, Urban Quarry proudly announces the appointment of Bob Gould as the company’s Director of Business Development. He begins his new role at the company today. Tasked with managing the sales team, showroom and growing Urban Quarry t...
MorePosted August 1
2019 has been an exciting year for us, and this summer (the last month really) has been no exception. On July 22nd, we celebrated our Urban Quarry family with our annual staff BBQ to show gratitude for all the incredible work everyone has done so far this year. It was a lovely day for the staff to g...
MorePosted July 23
California interior designer, Michelle Boudreau features Cambria stone throughout her mid-century modern home renovation. The appetite for mid-century modern-influenced design is showing no signs of dissipating. Its clean, classic, understated lines, and quality materials create the perfect...
MorePosted May 28
TITLE: Plant Manager for Urban Quarry within the construction industry REPORTS TO: Director of Operations SUMMARY: The plant manager will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations and employees on the plant floor while increasing production and revenue by providing lead...
MorePosted May 23
The Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) is North America's largest trade show dedicated to all aspects of kitchen and bath design. With a showroom floor filled with the freshest designs from over 600 brands, it is a one-stop shop providing visitors with the ultimate destination to network, exchange ...
MorePosted April 26
Urban Quarry was proud to work on a very special project for Cuisines Verdun, a kitchen and bathroom supplier with showrooms in and around the Montreal area. The project was completed for a large marketing and promotional campaign in collaboration with top reputable chef, Jérôme Ferrer. ...
MorePosted February 26
To say Peter Hibbert is well-versed in the Urban Quarry business would be an understatement. As one of our longest-standing employees, Peter knows the Urban Quarry product line like no other. In fact, he knows it so well, he has taken on a teacher role in recent years. Peter started with us 22 yea...
MorePosted January 26
Pre-2014, Urban Quarry Account Manager, Chris Bjornestad, was working overseas in international development, but once back in Ottawa, he wanted to give the private sector a try. Chris joined Urban Quarry in May of 2014 in the scheduling department assisting with customer service but his previous ski...
MorePosted December 27
When RND Construction President, Roy Nandram, wanted to do something that had never been done before in Ottawa, he teamed up with the best of the best to help achieve that goal. Roy and his team designed and built a home with the highest energy-efficiency ratings in the city, but this home wa...
MorePosted November 27
The Buildings Show provides an unforgettable experience as North America's largest event for construction/architecture/designer/renovation products, services, and professional networking. Celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, this event takes place at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre and wi...
MorePosted November 13
It only seems fitting (or should we say, natural) that Urban Quarry would care about the environment. We are in the business of natural stone (quartz, marble and granite) and we want to do our part to ensure our planet thrives – today and in the future. As well, many of our clients care deepl...
MorePosted October 2
Rugged. Sumptuous. Captivating. These are all words that can be used to describe the new quartz collections from Cambria. And as always, their exceptional beauty is matched by their immense durability. Try not to be mesmerized. CROWNDALE™ Crowndale is a peacefully alluring meld of warm c...
MorePosted October 1
Welcome to the team, Shawn! He’s an Urban Quarry Account Manager based out of Montreal, but even though we don’t see him in the Ottawa office every day, he’s still a huge part of our growing team. With a Mechanical Engineering Technician diploma, Shawn is trained and experience...
MorePosted July 19
On the road visiting showrooms, or out on the town with clients – you may recognize Urban Quarry Account Manager, Shanna Hebert from photos on our social media or perhaps through her new volunteer based role as Communications Officer on the NKBA committee. She’s smart, talented, passiona...
MorePosted July 3
Your countertop is usually one of the first things you decide on when designing your kitchen and bathrooms, right? The design, the style, the finishing details all make a difference when it comes to the overall look and feel of your room. BUT, don’t stop there. Cambria is an excellent surface ...
MorePosted May 23
Exciting, thrilling, with smiles from ear to ear. It feels just like Christmas morning around the Urban Quarry showroom because the five latest designs from Cambria have just been revealed, and they are spectacular! Inspired by the majestic landscapes of Wales, every Cambria design is a masterp...
MorePosted May 2
Your countertop is like the front lawn of your kitchen. It sets the stage with first impressions, it takes a beating, and it needs to be cared for. And for all these reasons, we salute the countertop with our 2018 trend predictions. WHITE VS. WHITE All-white kitchens may be out, but white-toned qu...
MorePosted February 22
We get so many questions from customers on how best to care for their Cambria quartz countertops. With the holidays in full swing, your kitchen is most likely in full use! So we thought we’d let you in on all the quartz maintenance secrets in this blog, so you can focus your attention on what ...
MorePosted December 15
Too many design styles? Colour doesn’t seem right? When you can’t decide, sometimes you just need to see it for yourself. Well, your wish is our command! Cambria has recently launched a new Augmented Reality (AR) app for you to see their designs on your own countertops, islands and more....
MorePosted December 15
Ottawa’s hottest new restaurant, Stofa, has left our taste buds salivating! The opening of this new dining establishment on Wellington Street West, featuring a contemporary Canadian style menu, has been so highly anticipated that it’s already been featured in articles for both Ottawa Mag...
MorePosted October 19
What makes for successful leadership? The most important thing for any good leader is to understand the importance of their staff. When you work in a team environment, the employees “behind the scenes” play a very important role in the overall success of a business. Day in and day out, t...
MorePosted September 25
How do you say a thank you big enough to a woman who has made such a significant impact in our lives, both professionally and personally? With love, respect and gratitude, we want to shine a spotlight on someone who is truly valued and appreciated by all of us at Urban Quarry – thank you Moniq...
MorePosted July 27
As a family-owned and operated company for 30 years, when you work for the Urban Quarry team, you truly are an extension of our family. In January, we welcomed a new member to our Account Management team: Tracey Pratt. We are so thrilled to have Tracey on board, bringing a wealth of experience and e...
MorePosted February 27
More big news from Cambria! In December 2016, Cambria released two more stunning designs: Canongate™ and Kentmere™ both providing unlimited versatility with two subtly textured, neutral hues – adding additional diverse design palettes to the selections within the Desert Collection&...
MorePosted January 16
The holidays are here! When decorating our homes for the season, we always put up a tree in the living room, hang stockings under the fireplace, twinkle lights around the windows, but we sometimes forget to trim the kitchen – an untouched area when it comes to holiday decorations. The kitchen ...
MorePosted December 3
There comes a time when our well-loved and well-lived in spaces need a well-deserved makeover. Not every space requires a full overhaul, and sometimes simple changes can transform an ordinary room into a super stylish space. But then there are those room transformations that really make you say, WOW...
MorePosted November 16
Before you even start to put pen to paper with the planning of your new kitchen or bathroom, sit down in the space with a nice glass of wine, a cocktail, or even a cup of coffee and turn on your creative brain. Jot down adjectives to describe the feelings that you want to achieve in the room. Modern...
MorePosted October 27
