The Competition Bureau lays charges against two executives in a bid-rigging case in Montérégie

Summary:

On September 19, 2023, the Competition Bureau laid criminal charges against two individuals, Marcel Roireau and Serge Daunais, in connection with alleged bid-rigging in the Montu00e9ru00e9gie region of Quebec, Canada. The charges were brought before the Court of Quebec under the bid-rigging provisions of the Competition Act.

The alleged bid-rigging scheme involved the submission of cover bids in response to calls for tenders launched by the ministu00e8re des Transports du Quu00e9bec (MTQ) in 2008. At the time of the alleged offence, Marcel Roireau was Vice President of Operations for Construction DJL Inc. and Serge Daunais was Vice President, Secretary and General Manager for Pavages Maska Inc.

The Competition Bureau, an independent law enforcement agency, gathered evidence suggesting that the accused individuals participated in an illegal agreement with their competitors to manipulate the bidding process. The bureau’s mission is to protect and promote competition, which is essential for Canadian consumers and businesses. The agency’s enforcement initiatives aim to promote economic growth, innovation, and lower prices through fair and competitive markets.

The allegations against Marcel Roireau and Serge Daunais are a significant example of the Competition Bureau’s efforts to combat anticompetitive behavior and maintain a level playing field in the Canadian economy.