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Our Evolution
Sanivac Mergers and Acquisitions
Strong Family Values
Sanivac, a Family Business Since 1961
It was in 1961 that John Kelly founded Sanivac, a company specializing in urban infrastructure maintenance and sanitary services. The Kelly Group, which has spanned three generations of the Kelly family, now includes 475 employees, 12 branches, 275 trucks, and 15,000 sanitary units. The company is often recognized for its small blue portable toilets, but Sanivac is much more than that ! Hydro excavation, septic tank and grease trap pumping, sewer and urban infrastructure cleaning, steam deicing, all types of pumping, as well as the rental and servicing of portable toilets and sanitary blocks are just some of the services offered.
Founding of Sanivac
John Kelly founded Sanivac in Notre-Dame-de-l’Île-Perrot with the objective of offering reliable sanitary services to his community. The foundations of a sustainable family business were then established.
Transition to the second generation
Sanivac now has about ten employees and officially passes into the hands of the second generation of the Kelly family. The four brothers, Patrick, Marc, Daniel and Dennis Kelly, are now owners.
Move to Forest Street
To support the company’s growth, Sanivac moves to Forest Street in Notre-Dame-de-l’Île-Perrot, allowing operations and workspace to be optimized.
New facility at 100 Huot Street
With more than 20 employees, Sanivac undertakes the construction of new facilities and moves its offices and operations to 100 Huot Street in Notre-Dame-de-l’Île-Perrot.
Expansion of the facilities at 100 Huot Street
Construction of the second garage in order to increase operational capacity and support the growth of the services offered by the company.
Major expansion of facilities and 50th anniversary
Sanivac celebrates its 50th anniversary while expanding its infrastructure. The size of the garage #2 is more than doubled, and a new slab, a liquid transfer system, as well as a fuel tank are added to support the growth of operations.
Acquisition of Cabinet Joe
Sanivac continues its expansion with the acquisition of the portable toilet company Cabinet Joe, strengthening its presence in the portable toilet market.
Acquisition and innovation : Ecosan
Acquisition of Toilettes Express and creation of a new product : the Ecosan toilet, designed to meet the requirements of CNESST-compliant job sites. Read more.
Sanivac, the 3rd generation
The third generation takes over. David, Vincent and Carole-Ann Kelly officially become owners of the family business. Read more...
New service : sanitary blocks
Sanivac expands its offering with the rental of sanitary blocks, a more complete solution for job sites and events.
New specialized workshop
Acquisition of the building located at 14 Huot Street, in Notre-Dame-de-l'Île-Perrot, which becomes the workshop dedicated to the repair and maintenance of sanitary blocks.
Distribution center
Acquisition of the building at 50 Huot Street, Notre-Dame-de-l'Île-Perrot, which will be transformed into a distribution center to support the growth of operations.
Construction of garage #3
Sanivac continues the expansion of its facilities with the construction of a third garage to support the increase of the fleet.
Launch of the hydro-excavation service
Sanivac introduces hydro-excavation, a precise and safe method for excavation around underground infrastructure.
185 employees
Sanivac establishes itself in Estrie
Provincial expansion
Several major acquisitions : Outaouais Sanitaire, Toilette Québec, Cabinet Stuckly, Toilette Armal and Toilette Estrie.
305 employees
By the end of the year, the company reaches 305 employees and acquires a new garage in Sherbrooke, confirming its rapid growth across Quebec. Read more...
New service : restroom trailers
Sanivac adds the rental of restroom trailers to its offering in order to meet the needs of larger-scale events and job sites.
Expansion in the Capitale-Nationale region
Acquisition of a garage and office in Lévis to establish a strategic presence in the Quebec City region. Read more...
New acquisitions
Acquisition of Excavac
468 employees
New service : container rental
Acquisition of Conteneur Paco
New headquarters
New garage in Valleyfield
Expansion in Laval
Expansion in the Hautes-Laurentides
550 employees and 65 years of history
Sanivac continues its growth with the acquisition of its 9th branch in Laval
On October 24, 2025, Sanivac announces the acquisition of a new industrial property in Laval, which will officially become its 9th branch in Quebec. With
VACFORCE: A dream come true in Notre-Dame-de-l’Île-Perrot
October 8, 2025, marks an important date for Groupe Sanivac. In front of clients, partners, suppliers, and gathered employees, the company officially inaugurated its brand-new
A new era is beginning for the Sanivac Group: the birth of the future Sanivac Campus
A new era is beginning for the Sanivac Group: the birth of the future Sanivac Campus The Sanivac Group is taking another major step in
What Can You Throw in a Sanivac Container?
What Can You Throw in a Sanivac Container? Whether you’re preparing for a construction project, a home renovation, or a major cleanup, one question comes
How do you choose the right container size for your project?
Not sure what container size you need for your project? Discover Sanivac’s expert tips for choosing the right construction container.
How much does it cost to rent a container with Sanivac?
How much does it cost to rent a container with Sanivac? Discover our transparent pricing, what’s included, and how to choose the right type.
Dumpster Rental for Construction
Sanivac is expanding its offering with a new turnkey service to simplify your life. Contractors, workers and private individuals: Dumpster Rental for Construction & Renovation
Container Rental: Sanivac Launches a New Turnkey Service
Notre-Dame-de-l’Île-Perrot, April 29, 2025 — Sanivac is proud to announce the launch of its brand-new division specializing in container rentals for construction sites. Whether for
Portable toilet rental pricing: what you need to know
When organizing an event, managing a construction site, or any other outdoor activity, it is important to plan for appropriate sanitation facilities. The cost
Sanivac offers a complete solution for the maintenance of urban, sanitary, and environmental infrastructures. Our main services include :
- Rental and maintenance of portable toilets (including restroom trailers, sanitary blocks, and accessible units)
- Rental of containers and Frac Tank reservoirs
- Septic tank pumping
- Grease trap pumping
- General pumping and cleaning services
- Unclogging and cleaning of garage drains, pump stations, and much more.
- Hydro Excavation
- On-site de-icing
- Tanker and agri-food transport
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Cleaning and unclogging of sewers, catch basins, and other urban infrastructure.
We provide services for construction sites, municipalities, outdoor events, food industries, schools, shopping centers, farms, and private residences.
👉 Discover all our services: sanivac.ca/services
The answer depends on the region you’re in! Thanks to our 8 branches located strategically across Quebec and Ontario, Sanivac serves a very large territory, including :
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Montreal, Laval, Montérégie, Estrie, Lanaudière, the Laurentides, Mauricie, and the Capitale-Nationale region
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The Outaouais and Ottawa regions through our Gatineau and Ottawa offices
This regional presence allows us to ensure fast service, optimized logistics, and genuine proximity to our clients.
📍 Check out our service map here : sanivac.ca/nos-succursales
Absolutely. Sanivac is known for having the largest inventory in Quebec, with over 15,000 sanitation units, including :
- standard chemical toilets
- multi-unit sanitary blocks
- restroom trailers with showers
- unités haut de gamme pour mariages et festivals
Our units are available for short- or long-term rental, always delivered clean, inspected, and maintained on a customized schedule.
👉 Explore our sanitary solutions : sanivac.ca/location-toilettes
Yes. We use high-pressure combo trucks for cleaning pipes, unclogging catch basins, garage drains, and even storm and sanitary conduits in underground infrastructure.
This service is essential in spring and fall, especially for commercial buildings, schools, municipalities, and shopping centers that need to prevent backups and flooding.
🚨 Need a fast response?
👉 Submit a request here: sanivac.ca/nettoyage-egouts
Yes. Sanivac offers septic tank pumping and maintenance services, mainly in rural areas or for cottages not connected to municipal sewers. We also service holding tanks, sealed tanks, catch basins, valve chambers, grease traps, and more.
We send maintenance reminders and adjust the frequency based on usage and municipal regulations.
💧 Schedule your maintenance here : sanivac.ca/fosse-septique
Yes. Our team is available for emergency interventions, whether it’s an overflow, a clogged drain, or critical equipment that is no longer functioning. Thanks to our fleet of more than 375 specialized trucks, we can respond quickly based on priority and geographic area.
📞 In case of emergency : 1 888 767-1961
You can request a quote online in just a few clicks on our website. Simply choose the service you’re interested in and fill out the form. A member of our team will contact you shortly to confirm your needs and propose a suitable solution.
📩 Request your quote here : sanivac.ca/demande-de-soumission
Yes! Sanivac is a Quebec family-owned business founded in 1961, now led by the third generation of the Kelly family. Although we now operate through 8 branches and have over 435 employees, we’ve maintained our sense of closeness, strong service values, and local commitment.
👉 Discover our story : sanivac.ca/a-propos
The Sanivac Expertise
We answer your questions
Sanivac offers a complete solution for the maintenance of urban, sanitary, and environmental infrastructures. Our main services include :
- Portable toilet rental and maintenance (including restroom trailers, sanitary blocks, and accessible units)
- Rental of containers and Frac Tank reservoirs
- Septic tank pumping
- Grease trap pumping
- General pumping and cleaning services
- Drain unclogging and cleaning for garage drains, pumping stations, and more
- Hydro Excavation
- On-site de-icing
- Tanker and agri-food transport
-
Cleaning and unclogging of sewers, catch basins, and other urban infrastructure.
We provide services for construction sites, municipalities, outdoor events, food industries, schools, shopping centers, farms, and private residences.
This answer depends on the region where you’re located ! Thanks to our 12 strategically located branches across Quebec and Ontario, Sanivac serves a very wide territory including :
- Montreal, Laval, Montérégie, Estrie, Lanaudière, the Laurentides, Mauricie, and the Capitale-Nationale region
- The Outaouais and Ottawa regions through our Gatineau and Ottawa offices
This regional presence allows us to ensure fast service, optimized logistics, and genuine proximity to our clients.
📍 Check out our service map here !
Absolutely. Sanivac is known for having the largest inventory in Quebec, with over 15,000 sanitation units, including :
- standard chemical toilets
- multi-unit sanitary blocks
- restroom trailers with showers
- high-end units for weddings and festivals
Our units are available for short- or long-term rental, always delivered clean, inspected, and maintained on a customized schedule.
Yes. We use high-pressure combo trucks for cleaning pipes, unclogging catch basins, garage drains, and even storm and sanitary conduits in underground infrastructure.
This service is essential in spring and fall, especially for commercial buildings, schools, municipalities, and shopping centers that need to prevent backups and flooding.
Yes. Sanivac offers septic tank pumping and maintenance services, mainly in rural areas or for cottages not connected to municipal sewers. We also service holding tanks, sealed tanks, catch basins, valve chambers, grease traps, and more. We send maintenance reminders and adjust the frequency based on usage and municipal regulations.
Yes. Our team is available for emergency interventions, whether it’s an overflow, a clogged drain, or critical equipment that is no longer functioning. Thanks to our fleet of more than 375 specialized trucks, we can respond quickly based on priority and geographic area.
You can request a quote online in just a few clicks on our website. Simply select the service you’re interested in and fill out the form. A member of our team will contact you promptly to confirm your needs and offer a suitable solution.
Yes ! Sanivac is a Quebec family-owned business founded in 1961, now led by the third generation of the Kelly family. Although we now operate across 12 branches and have over 475 employees, we have preserved our close-knit approach, our strong sense of service, and our local commitment.
