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Bionest - Gestion durable des eaux usées

About Bionest

Your ally for sustainable wastewater management

History

The company was born from the exceptional ingenuity of the inventor behind Bionest’s technology, combined with an entrepreneur’s passion for business and their shared commitment to the environment. Since its founding, the Bionest team has remained dedicated to following the inventor’s philosophy in developing new products—focusing on simplicity and efficiency.

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1997

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R&D starts

1999

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Company incorporation

by messrs Gary Lord and Gilles Champagne

2003

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First sales

Zenith and Azimuth models

2005

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Residential certification

Obtained residential certification under standard NQ 3680-910 for advanced secondary treatment (Class 3) and tertiary treatment (Class 5)

2005

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Technical authorization

For commercial, institutional and community applications, delivered by Quebec’s ministry of the Environment

2005

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European certification

Obtained European certification EN 12566-3 and CE marking

2007

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Creation of the Middle East subsidiary

2008

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Creation of Bionest France

2009

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New line-up

Launch of new Kodiak and Oasis mobile systems

2009

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Start of Bionest Latin America

2009

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New residential certification

NSF-40 and NSF-245

2017

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Launch of Kamak

Launch of the Kamak model with the technical sheet from the ministry of the Environment

2019

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New residential certification

Under the CAN/BNQ 3680-600 standard

2025

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New tanks and CERIB certification in Europe

Corporate Profile

Your ally for sustainable wastewater management

Fondée en 1999 à Shawinigan, au Québec, Bionest conçoit, fabrique et commercialise des systèmes de traitement des eaux usées durables pour une clientèle résidentielle, municipale et commerciale. De plus, elle assure l’entretien et la réparation de systèmes de toute marques. Elle est certifiée ÉcoresponsableMC par le Conseil des industries durables depuis 2024. Avec plus de 150 employés à travers le monde, Bionest est engagée à créer un impact durable pour assurer la pérennité de l’eau.

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Mission

Ensure water's sustainability

The development of innovative technologies to address issues such as waterbody and groundwater contamination, as well as the waste of treated water, is part of Bionest’s daily mission. The exceptional quality of the water treated by the Bionest system allows for safe infiltration into the soil or discharge into watercourses, without harmful effects on wildlife or plant life. In many countries facing water scarcity, the system’s performance even makes it possible to reuse the treated water.

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Sustainability

At Bionest, our 2030 vision for sustainable development is built on excellence, teamwork, and respect for people and the environment. Learn more about our sustainability vision.

Our values

Our values are the foundation of our identity and our success.

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Integrity

At Bionest, integrity means our ability to remain true in all circumstances and situations we encounter.

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Respect

At Bionest, respect is expressed primarily through our communication and our ability to understand and accept situations or business decisions that do not conform to a single way of thinking.

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Protection of the environment

Our approach to sustainable development positions us as a responsible player in the protection of water and other environmental conditions.

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Professionnalism and excellence

These two values are reflected both in the products and services we offer and at the individual and personal levels.

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Teamwork

Teamwork is a key factor in the company’s success, fostering a positive and constructive spirit that encourages team synergy and brings shared pride through peer recognition.

Our certifications

Bionest is an ECOLEADER, certified level 2 - Performance since 2024

La gamme Zenith est certifiée aux normes CAN/BNQ 3680-600 et NQ 3680-910

The Zenith model is certified to the CAN/BNQ 3680-600 and NQ 3680-910 standards

La gamme Solo est certifiée aux normes NSF-40 et -245

The SOLO model is certified to the NSF-40 and -245 standards

Les produits de Bionest détiennent la conformité européenne

Bionest products comply with European laws

Les produits de Bionest France sont certifiés par la CSTB

Bionest France products are certified by the CSTB

Programme de Vérification des Technologies Environnementales du Canada (ETV Canada)

Environmental Technology Verification Canada

Prizes

Since its founding, Bionest has received numerous awards—both for its proven, approved, and globally recognized technology, and for its strong corporate culture.

2023 and 2024

The journal “Les Affaires” ranked Bionest among the 300 most important SMEs in Quebec for 2 consecutive years.

2024: Gilles Martel Builder Award

At the Desjardins Distinction Gala, Bionest founder Mr. Gilles Champagne was awarded the Gilles Martel Builder Award. Born in Grand-Mère, Gilles Champagne embodies entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to his community. Wherever he goes, he proudly represents his region, contributing actively to its national and international influence.

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2023: Manufacturing Company of the Year prize

At the 30th edition of the Desjardins Distinction Gala, Bionest was awarded the “Manufacturing Company of the Year” prize. The company stood out for the excellence of its products, its investments, innovation, development of new markets, and the quality management of its processes.

2022: Star Exporter Award

Carrefour Québec International, Investissement Québec, Desjardins, Export Development Canada, and Canada Economic Development recognized Bionest as one of their Export Star companies in the Export Leader category.

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2022: Employer of Choice Award

Bionest was awarded the Employer of Choice prize in the 20 employees and over category by the Shawinigan Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The company’s recognition was driven by its employees’ contributions to restructuring projects, the scope of its human resources initiatives, and the implementation of a structure that promotes transparency between management and staff.

2019: Process Innovation / Organizational Innovation prize

The Manufacturers of Mauricie and Centre-du-Québec awarded Bionest the Process Innovation / Organizational Innovation prize for its outstanding improvements in practices, organizational methods, and manufacturing processes aimed at enhancing its competitiveness.

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2019: New Markets Award

The Shawinigan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCIS) recognized Bionest in the New Markets category, notably for its new product line aimed at the Canadian market outside Quebec and the certification of products in France targeting new markets.

2017: Product Innovation Award

The Manufacturers of Mauricie and Centre-du-Québec awarded Bionest the Product Innovation prize for its KAMAK technology.

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2017: Development Focus Award - Innovative Manufacturer category

The Shawinigan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCIS) honoured Bionest with the CCIS Development Focus Award in the Innovative Manufacturer category.

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2015: Innovation and New Markets Award

The Shawinigan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCIS) recognized Bionest in the Innovation and New Markets category for its KAMAK product.

2015: Gustave Prévost Distinction

Bionest received the Gustave Prévost Distinction, awarded by Réseau Environnement to an organization or company in the drinking water or wastewater sector that has contributed to the improvement and effective management of infrastructure.

2015: Product of the Year award

The Emirates Green Building Council honors innovators in eco-construction each year. In 2015, Bionest and its Middle East business partner, Khansaheb, won the Sustainable Building Material / Product of the Year award.

2014: Phénix Environmental Award

The Ministry of Sustainable Development, Environment and the Fight Against Climate Change, the Ministry of Economy, Innovation and Export, Éco Entreprises Québec, and the Quebec Environmental Foundation awarded Bionest the Phénix Environmental Award in the Business category for its environmentally significant achievement in technology, process, or practice at the National Assembly of Quebec.

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2013: Diversification and Economic Development Award

The Shawinigan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCIS) recognized Bionest with the Diversification and Economic Development Award in the Energy Efficiency and Green Technologies category for its initiatives to bridge the gap between research and the business community.

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2011: Manufacturing Company Prize

The Shawinigan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCIS) awarded Bionest in the Manufacturing Company category, recognizing its excellence in product quality and sales efforts, as well as its strong management capabilities and sustained commercial success.

2011: Water Efficiency Leader

The Crystal Trophy in the Water Efficiency Leader category was awarded to Gulf Contracting, which uses Bionest technology. Our outstanding achievements have helped advance the water industry in the Middle East.

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2010: Innovation and New Markets

The Shawinigan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCIS) recognized Bionest in the Innovation and New Markets category for its KODIAK and OASIS products, which enable wastewater treatment in mobile units that can be transported by truck, boat, or even helicopter when that is the only access to the site.

2009 to 2013: Technology 15 Green Companies

Bionest won Deloitte’s Technology 15 Green Companies award for five consecutive years. This award recognizes companies that provide solutions to environmental challenges by developing intellectual property and technology that reduce society’s environmental impact.

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