A future closer
to nature
Who we are
GDRI was created by a group of visionary entrepreneurs who wanted to bring change and innovation to the way rural communities develop. Once perceived as an urban exodus, the phenomenon of the Creator of innovative and dynamic neighborhoods as well as environmentally friendly communities, the GDRI team understands the global expansion of rural communities is now quite different. We are now talking about a closer connection with nature. And in the current global context, this makes perfect sense. Creator of innovative and dynamic neighborhoods as well as environmentally friendly communities, the GDRI team understands the global challenges that these fundamental changes will have on the development of rural communities. We see these issues as opportunities and are inspired by change. We believe that a future closer to nature will change the world and we will prove it. We are GDRI.
Mission
Contribute to the development of rural communities by promoting a collaborative and integrated approach aimed at maximum positive impact on the community.
Vision
To be the recognized leader of integrated rural development by collaborating in the establishment of sustainable solutions promoting economic growth, a diversified socio-cultural offer and protection and enhancement of the environment.
Values
Respect, Authenticity, Integrity, Trust
Current projects
Over 1,500 acres currently under development or in the process of being developed, in the Outaouais as well as in the Laurentians for a total value of over $100 million. And this is only the beginning.
G : Group
D : Development
R : Rural
I : Integrated
What sets us apart
We don't follow market trends, we create them.
GDRI is quite simply a precursor of change and a driver of innovation.
Because we believe in a holistic approach to knowledge sharing with the ultimate goal of creating maximum impact for rural communities, many unions and partnerships are born from it while others would have seen them impossible. We make it one of our strengths.
Another of our competitive advantages is being vertically integrated. From prospecting to design to execution of the construction work.
The complementarity and experience of our team members force us to see and do things differently; as they should be.
We are unique. We are the future. We are the recognized leader in integrated rural development.
What is
DRI
The basic components of Integrated Rural Development are not new. What is new is the incorporation of its components into a process of planning, creation and integrated development.
Integrated rural development is: the integrated analysis of the relationships between a population and its natural environment with a view to sustainable development.
The DRI aims to unite in the same process the different components of development (economy, socio-cultural, environment).
Executive team
Our strong management team has unparalleled complementarity and synergy in terms of development.
Mathieu Vaillant
President
MBA engineer and successful businessman with a strong sense of leadership and entrepreneurship with several years of experience in business management and in rural real estate development; Skills in business management, risk management and strategic direction; Ability to achieve and surpass targeted objectives; Ability to recruit and bring together exceptional people for a common goal. President of the Cantley Business Association for over 5 years.
Vincent Matte
Vice President
(Development)
Experienced entrepreneur in the field of real estate development with a keen sense of business development and customer service; Results-oriented and oriented towards creating and maintaining harmonious, solid, and beneficial relationships and partnerships so that everyone comes out a winner; Skills in stakeholder management, project management and sales; Dedicated, honest, honest, hardworking and sociable.
David Goulet
Vice President
(Finance)
Experienced developer, builder, entrepreneur, investor. Accountant by training with a bachelor’s degree from the University of Quebec in Outaouais as well as a graduate degree in accounting from the University of Sherbrooke. Great depth of vision, talented in strategy, ability to influence people and strong leadership. Vast network of contacts and good political connections. Member of the board of directors of numerous construction associations and involved in the community.
Geneviève Harvey
Vice President
(Operations)
Proven skills in human resources, business optimization, leadership, marketing, coaching and project management; Over 11 years of experience in providing financial solutions for Canadian exporters with EDC, both in financial analysis and team management; Performance oriented, results oriented, creative, and recognized as an expert in continuous improvement and problem solving.
Contact
Coordinates
GDRI, 75 Blackburn rd, suite 1
Cantley, Qc. J8V 3H8
Phone
613.875.0434