RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT

Our R&D teams, in collaboration with partners and researchers, develop innovative products, solutions, and services, along with advanced manufacturing processes.

Holcim Research & Development is customer-centric, addressing key challenges like energy efficiency, cost-effective construction, environmental responsibility, and high standards of aesthetics, health, comfort, and well-being.

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Edmonton Innovation Hub

Our cement plants have certified QC and QA labs, with support from certified concrete labs in Richmond, BC, Exshaw, AB, and Seattle, WA.

The Edmonton Concrete Innovation Hub is Western Canada's Center for Excellence and Innovation. Our team of experts conducts essential testing and research to maintain quality, optimize materials, and reduce environmental impact.

It's also a resource for academic research and instruction in Alberta, certified by Climate Earth for sustainability.

Innovation and Training Centre, Toronto

Our LEED Gold-certified ITC facility in Toronto accelerates sustainable innovation and green growth in construction materials.

The Innovation and Training Centre provides essential technical support and training for Lafarge Canada’s Ready-Mix and Aggregates markets in Eastern Canada.

The ITC specializes in advanced concrete, pavement testing, and sustainable technologies, our team collaborates with industry and academic partners to drive impactful research and deliver real-world solutions. 

Western Canada Asphalt Laboratories

Lafarge Canada, one of Western Canada's largest roadbuilders, operates two specialized asphalt laboratories in BC and AB.

These labs comprehensively test asphalt samples and binders, develop mix designs, and contribute to industry standards in Canada.

Our specialized labs cover Asphalt Pavement Thickness, Viscosity Testing, Hot Mix Asphalt Testing, Performance Grade Evaluation, Asphalt Binder Testing, and AASHTO Testing.

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Lafarge Canada is the largest provider of innovative and sustainable building solutions in Canada, including aggregates, cement, ready mix and precast concrete, asphalt and paving, and road and civil construction. We have over 7,500 employees and 400 sites across the country, and as an affiliate of Holcim, Lafarge Canada is driven by the Group’s purpose to build progress for people and the planet. 

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