About Us
Marchand Electric
We're passionate about providing quality custom lighting solutions that transform any space.
Ottawa's Premier Lighting Solutions
We've been illuminating Ottawa Gatineau homes, businesses, and industrial spaces since 1892. Our experienced staff stays current with the latest trends and technologies, providing creative solutions and superior customer care.
For your lighting and electrical needs, book a consultation or request a quote. We look forward to working with you.
Our History and Origins
Explore the rich history of Marchand Electric through these moments
Marchand & Donnelly Electricians
128 ½ Sparks Street,Ottawa, ON
circa early 1900’s
Memorandum 1908
Tender awarded by Public Works.
Signed by Sir Wilfred Laurier, GCMG, PC, KC
Marchand Electric advertisement
The Ottawa Journal 1976
Three Generations
From left to right: Jacques Marchand,Simone Marchand, Claude Marchand, Eric Marchand
Meet the team
Jacques Marchand
President
- Who in history would you most like to meet? P.E. Marchand
- What is your personal Credo? Carpe diem
- Favourite vehicle? Too many to choose
- What is the most exciting place you've been? Hanoi, Vietnam
- What is your favourite mode of travel? Where are we going?!
Claude Marchand
Third Generation Owner
- What energizes you? Ambition
- What is your favourite band? Tommy Dorsey
- What was your first pet? My wife
- What is your personal credo? Be honest - kind - respectful
- Favourite pun or expression? He who is without fault, cast the 1st stone
Simone Marchand
Lighting Design Planner
- What is your favourite holiday? Skiing in Whistler
- Favourite pun or expression? Sometimes it's better to ask for forgiveness than to ask for permission
- How do you take your coffee? Ewww..... coffee
- What is the most exciting place you've been? England
- Who is the most famous person you ever met? Nelly Furtado/Jean Chretien
Alania Mackay
Lighting Design Planner
- Who is your personal hero? My mom
- What is the last book you read/movie you saw? Still Alice - Movie, Elon Musk, Autobiography - book
- What is your personal credo? "Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you've imagined"
- Favourite travel spot? Anywhere with a beach
- What sport do you play? Golf, running
Jerry Towns
Outside Sales
- What is your personal credo? If you say you are going to do something, do it!
- Favourite vehicle? Seadoo
- What is the most exciting place you have been? New York City
- What do you do to recharge? Play guitar
- Pencil or pen? Pen
John Friozzi
Outside Sales
- If you were an animal, which one would you be? Eagle
- What energizes you? A challenge
- What is your favourite band? Stones
- What do you do for your birthday? Whatever I want
- Top bucket list item? Ride around the Grand Canyons
Mike Irving
Outside Sales
- What is the last book you read/movie you say? Born to Run
- Favourite travel spot? Dublin
- Who in history would you most like to meet? Nikola Tesla
- What inspires you every day? Family
- If you were an animal, which one would you be? Something with a tail
Rejean G. Mayrand
Quotations
- If you were an animal, which one would you be? Horse
- Who in history would you most like to meet? Pierre Elliot Trudeau
- Favourite vehicle? BMW X6
- Who is the most famous person you ever met? Montreal Canadiens 1970
- What inspires you every day? Having projects to complete
Steve Furrie
Quotations
- What sports do you play? Hockey/Skiing/Soccer/Golf
- How do you take your coffee? Black
- What is your personal credo? Lead by example
- What is the most exciting place you’ve been? Gulf of Aqaba – Scuba diving
- What do you do for fun? Sports/Travel
Scott Cote
Electrical Buffs
- What is your proudest accomplishment? Clearing Blackwing Lair at 60
- What was your first pet? My Siamese Cat, Artemis
- Who in history would you most like to meet? Nikola Tesla, just to hear him bash Edison
- What is your favourite holiday? Halloween
- What is your favourite band? Collective Soul or Greenday
Emily Hilborn
Outside Sales Administration
- Favourite vehicle? Volvo
- Who in history would you most like to meet? J.M. Barrie/Walt Disney
- What do you do for fun? Design
- What sport do you play? Volleyball
- If you were an animal, which one would you be? Owl
Jenny Bakir
Administration
- Top bucket list item? Safari in Africa
- What inspires you every day? My children
- If you were and animal, which one would you be? Lion
- What do you do for fun? Camping/Beach
- Favourite vehicle? Mustang (older)
Dan Bergeron
Logistics
- What one adjective best describes you? Calm
- What is your proudest accomplishment? My kids (2)
- What do you do to recharge? Good nights sleep
- What sport do you play? Fishing
- What is your favourite holiday? Christmas
Eric Marchand
Marketing and Communications
- What sport do you play? I ski any chance I can get.
- What is your favourite book? Unbroken
- How do you take your coffee? Black
- Favourite vehicle? Toyota Landcruiser 70 wagon
- What was your first pet? Yellow Lab named Max
Ganesh nair
MY BIO WILL BE HERE SOON