Quebec City, June 9, 2025 – Can-Explore, a company specializing in infrastructure asset management, is proud to announce the acquisition of Laboratoire de Canalisations Souterraines (LCS) Inc. of Quebec City, renowned for its expertise in performance testing and maintenance of sewer and water mains. This transaction also includes Drains Secours, an entity operated by LCS, specializing in residential excavation. The acquisition of LCS enables Can-Explore to consolidate its expertise in the market and boost its growth in North America, despite the current economic context.
This strategic acquisition aims to unite the strengths of these two Quebec-based companies specializing in underground asset management. Can-Explore, recognized as a leader for its technological innovations in infrastructure inspections, adds to its know-how that of a well-established company which has built a trusted relationship with public and private clients across Quebec for over 36 years.
A Strategic Alliance in a Period of Economic Uncertainty
The acquisition of LCS comes at a time of economic slowdown and in a crucial context where Quebec municipalities are concerned with the age, maintenance, and durability of their sewer and water networks. By allying with LCS and Drains Secours, Can-Explore will benefit from expertise recognized throughout Quebec to consolidate its leading position in infrastructure asset management.
The integration of LCS aims to strengthen local expertise for Can-Explore, for the benefit of public and private clients. The employees of LCS will add to Can-Explore’s experience with continuity and an innovation-focused approach.
Above: The shareholders of Can-Explore – Tom Tardif, Olivier Lefebvre, and Louis Légaré-Lapointe – and the shareholders of LCS – Robert Lavoie, Lynda Landry, and Daniel Cantin.
“The acquisition of Laboratoire de Canalisations Souterraines is a major step in the journey and growth of Can-Explore. We have deep respect and admiration for this company that has inspired us so much. In our beginnings in 2014, we were two young entrepreneurs with a big idea but few resources. LCS was the model we aspired to follow, a benchmark in the sector, much like a student dreaming of surpassing the master! Today, we have the honor and pride of taking over this established company we have long admired, reminding us of the journey we have traveled in just a few years”
Louis Légaré-Lapointe
President of Can-Explore
Lynda Landry, Director of LCS, adds on behalf of the company’s leaders: “Robert Lavoie, Daniel Cantin, and I are convinced that our customers, employees, and partners will continue to be in good hands with the entire Can-Explore team. We see this transition as an opportunity to further showcase our expertise within a dynamic organization that shares our values and long-term vision. It’s a passing of the torch that will benefit everyone.”
Lynda Landry
Director of LCS
About Can-Explore
Based in Quebec City and founded in 2014, Can-Explore specializes in infrastructure asset management with revolutionary solutions helping municipalities, companies, and institutions maximize the sustainability of their assets. In addition to its integrated service offering, the company markets tools developed by its research and development team. These products (sewer inspection camera and software) are sold across the United States, South America, and Europe by its subsidiary Can-Ex Technologies.
About LCS
Since 1989, the staff of L.C.S. has earned a stellar reputation for its performance testing on new or existing pipes, network analysis, sewer and water main rehabilitation, and services to municipalities and sewer-water main contractors. A recognized specialist in temporary drinking water supply in Quebec City, L.C.S. has between 25 and 30 employees: specialized and support staff ensuring the various tasks inherent to the company’s areas of activity.