Ottawa, Ontario Aug 6, 2025 (Issuewire.com) - Verdun Windows and Doors has officially celebrated the groundbreaking of its 104,000sqft Ontario-area window manufacturing facility in Vars Industrial Park, a landmark moment that affirms the companys commitment to award-winning innovation, environmental leadership, and MadeinOttawa craftsmanship. The new campus empowers Verdun to expand production of its flagship RevoCell window line, which earned ENERGY STAR® Canada Special Recognition Awards in both 2023 and 2024, marking it among Canadas most energy-efficient products in its class.
RevoCell at the Heart of the Facility
At the core of this expansion is RevoCell, the companys proprietary microcellular PVC (mPVC) window system. Engineered with billions of microscopic air pockets, RevoCell delivers exceptional thermal insulation, structural strength, and energy performanceeven with dualpane glass. Verdun designed these windows to meet the ENERGY STAR® Most Efficient criteriaa distinction that competitors often need triplepane systems to reach.
With this new facility, Verdun will ramp up its production capacity by up to 50%, allowing more Canadian homeowners to access high-performance, energy-efficient replacements built locally in the Ottawa region.
Anchored in Local Roots, Building National Relevance
Verdun Windows and Doors has operated in the Ottawa area for over 40 years, prioritizing local production for tight quality control, faster delivery, and support of the regional economy. The new facility doubles down on that philosophymanufacturing every window in the area while reducing reliance on distant suppliers.
We designed RevoCell not as a feature, but as a standard, says Verdun leadership. "This facility lets us build the best windows fasterand keep that capability rooted in our community."
CuttingEdge Industrial Infrastructure
The Vars campus includes advanced manufacturing systems like high-precision CNC machining, automated profile fabrication, and realtime quality monitoring. Verdun will also introduce R&D labs to prototype future innovations, including smart-home enabled window systems and next-gen glazing.
Environmental design is baked into the architecture: rooftop solar panels, EV charging stations, LED lighting with smart controls, and a zerowaste-to-landfill initiative help minimize operational impact and advance Verduns sustainability goals.
Expanding Local Jobs with Careers That Last
Verdun is creating 150200 skilled jobs, ranging from machine operators and technicians to logistics, administration, and sales support. The company has partnered with regional colleges to launch internship and apprenticeship programs, ensuring new hires gain real-world experience and clear paths to long-term careers.
A community job fair launching this summer offers facility tours and onsite recruitment, setting the stage for Verdun to onboard workers who are fully prepared when production begins.
Reinvesting in Supply Chain Resilience
Verdun sees local suppliers as strategic partners. From glass production to packaging and industrial servicing, the company plans to expand regional sourcingreducing shipping emissions and supporting Eastern Ontario economies.
Local supply chains mean faster turnaround, lower environmental impact, and stronger regional growth, says Verduns procurement leadership.
Strong Community & Government Endorsement
Mayor Mike Tarnowski joined the groundbreaking to endorse Verduns growth, calling it a turning point for Russell Township Verduns presence means jobs, sustainable development, and a brighter future. Also present were MPP Stéphane Sarrazin and MP Giovanna Mingarelli, who confirmed $1 million in support from Federal Economic Development Canada (FedDev Ontario) and additional grants from provincial sources.
Award-Winning Innovation and Care
Verduns RevoCell technology earned consecutive ENERGY STAR® Canada Special Recognition Awards in 2023 and 2024, a distinction reserved for manufacturers who push beyond standard compliance to lead in efficiency and innovation. Verdun also received the HomeStars Best of the Best Award for 2025, reflecting its customer-first culture and industry-leading product reliability.
"These accolades confirm our strategy: build locally, innovate responsibly, and focus on the long term," says Verdun leadership.
Customer Experience That Sets the Bar
By maintaining full vertical integrationfrom manufacturing in Ottawa to local installation teamsVerdun ensures customers enjoy shorter lead times, precise installations, and reliable support. Its dedicated installation teams, who have earned strong customer reviews for their professionalism and punctuality, underscore Verduns reputation for service excellence.
Looking Forward: Innovation with Purpose
The facilitys roadmap includes expanding into steel and fiberglass door production and exploring LEED certification and ISO environmental standards. Verdun plans to continue pushing performance boundaries while growing its sustainability initiatives, including tree-planting per window sold and electrifying its delivery fleet.
Verdun pledges a future where high performance, design flexibility, and environmental responsibility define every product and process.
Timeline at a Glance
About Verdun Windows and Doors
Founded over four decades ago in Ottawa, Verdun Windows and Doors crafts high-performance, energy-efficient windows and entry/patio doors tailored for Canadas demanding climate. The company manufactures locally in the Ottawa area, installs with dedicated, trained crews, and consistently achieves high standards for product quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. Verduns RevoCell technology continues to set benchmarks for thermal performance, warranty, and environmental responsibility in Canadas most energy-efficient window category.
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