Meubles South Shore abolit plus de 100 emplois
Directement touché par la crise avec les États-Unis, Meubles South Shore procède à une vague de compression afin de s’ajuster au contexte d’affaires.
www.lesoleil.comHere’s the latest I can share based on current public reporting.
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Meubles South Shore reportedly ceased operations in late April 2026, affecting about 126 employees. This shutdown ends a long-running manufacturing and furniture retail operation in Sainte-Croix and Coaticook, Quebec. Public notices cited a sharp drop in sales (about 77% from 2022 to 2025) and broader market pressures as drivers. [source coverage: Ma Beauce article dated April 26/27, 2026; accompanying local reporting][4]
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Earlier reports in 2025 indicated ongoing layoffs tied to US-Canada trade tensions and market challenges, including reductions totaling over 100 positions. This context helps explain sustained financial strain leading up to the 2026 closure.[3]
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In the broader context, Meubles South Shore has long been a Québécois furniture manufacturer founded in 1940, with a notable shift toward digital channels in the 2020 timeframe, but recent developments suggest the business could not sustain operations under current conditions.[6][9]
Would you like a quick snapshot of what happened (timeline), potential impacts on suppliers and regional jobs, or guidance on finding similar job opportunities in the area (Dallas, TX, or Québec)? I can also compile a brief list of related industry sources or company statements with links.
Citations:
- Ma Beauce coverage of the April 2026 closure and employee impact.[4]
- Quebec/industry context on 2025 layoffs and market pressures.[3]
- Background on the company’s history and digital shift.[9][6]