1947:
Noel Lacroix establishes N. Lacroix Plumbing and Heating in Timmins, Ontario, focusing on installing water-based heating and cooling systems in northern Ontario schools.

1950s-1970s:
The company expands its services, providing plumbing and heating solutions for new homeowners and businesses as the Timmins area grows.

1980s:
Noel's sons Bernie, Rick, and son-in-law Gerry take over the business. They acquire L’Ecuyer Tin Shop, enabling the company to fabricate its own sheet metal products for HVAC systems and expand into mechanical contracting.

2000s:
Pierre (Peter) Lacroix, Noel’s grandson, takes over operations after growing up in the business, helping on job sites since the age of twelve.

2008:
N. Lacroix Plumbing and Heating wins the Nova Award for the best company in the 6-49 employees category.

Present Day:
The company now provides services in plumbing, hydronics, heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, and sheet metal fabrication. We recently completed a building refurbishment and shop extension to house new fabricating tools, supported by a community improvement grant.