About Us

13 Buildings · 839 Units · Since 2018

A committed team, a different vision.

BlackGrove is a family-owned real estate firm whose mission centers on improving living environments and serving its communities.

Founded in 2018, BlackGrove set itself the ambition of establishing a new standard of quality, management, and service in the residential market of Greater Montréal. Our portfolio is made up primarily of multi-residential and mixed-use buildings located in areas we know well.

We approach every acquisition with a long-term view. That philosophy guides which assets we select, how much we invest in them, and how we operate them day to day. We believe a building shapes its surroundings for the long run; that's why we commit to preserving, improving, and enhancing each of our buildings for the benefit of our tenants, our partners, and the communities we serve.

The origin of the name

The elegance of "black" and the living roots of "grove" capture our identity well. The name also descends from the Anglo-Saxon surname "Blackgrove."

Black

Black evokes restraint, sophistication, and strength. At BlackGrove, it reflects an approach to design and renovation where every detail is deliberate, precise, and built to last — seen most of all in how we treat facades, in pursuit of a result both simple and refined.

Grove

From the Anglo-Saxon, a grove is a small cluster of trees, or by extension a tree-lined street. It speaks of quiet, established, leafy residential settings — places where buildings sit naturally within the landscape. It's also a nod to the Saint-Lambert neighbourhoods where much of our portfolio sits, known for their mature, tree-lined character.

Together

The team behind every project.

Our team is our greatest strength and the engine behind everything we achieve. Their commitment, expertise, and dedication to service let us fulfill our mission: delivering a quality experience to our tenants and contributing positively to the communities we invest in.

  • Vincent Martin-R

    Co-Founder · President

    Vincent Martin-R, M.Sc., CPA

    Steers investments, sets the organization's priorities, and ensures the vision is carried out.

  • William Ponton-Duvernay

    Co-Founder · Financing & Construction

    William Ponton-Duvernay

    Leads the financing structure and the development and construction division.

  • Fabrice Cadillon

    VP · Leasing, Renewals & Property Quality

    Fabrice Cadillon

    Responsible for real-estate operations, leasing, renewals, and building maintenance.

  • Camille Rouzier

    VP · Operations, ESG & Corporate Affairs

    Camille Rouzier

    Oversees team coordination, financial management, and the operation of the buildings.

  • Enrico Élément

    Maintenance Operations Manager

    Enrico Élément

    Oversees the maintenance team and the completion of work.

  • Julie Larose

    Administrative and Operations Coordinator

    Julie Larose

    Coordinates tenant requests and handles administrative follow-ups.

  • Team

    • Denis Giroux
    • Claude Brunet
    • Maryna Nikitchenko
    • Manuel Malgalong
    • Alexandra Gallant

Vertical integration

We ensure quality control through our vertically integrated model.

From acquisition to building management — including maintenance, snow removal, cleaning, leasing, and tenant service — our teams are directly involved at every step. This approach lets us maintain high standards, ensure rigorous execution, and respond quickly to the needs of our buildings and residents.

We believe quality is never improvised. By entrusting these responsibilities to our own employees, we foster accountability, consistency of service, and a better experience for our tenants.

We favour simple, hands-on management: being present, seeing the reality on the ground, and acting quickly when needed.

Get in touch

Come by the office

Our offices are at 626 Victoria in Saint-Lambert. Write to us or come visit to get information or to discuss your real estate project.

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