Bearcan

01/28/2026

Bearcan Rapid Housing has acquired the former industrial building in Beaurivage with a clear purpose: to turn a challenging chapter into a positive, productive future for the community.

We know this property carries a history — and we understand why many in the community may have concerns.

Bearcan is a local company from the area that manages housing projects and supplies the materials needed to build them. We design housing systems, package complete building components into shipping containers, and deliver them directly to various construction sites. We also assemble wall panels, roof trusses, and floor systems indoors, which are then delivered and assembled on site. Our work is focused on building homes — not processing heavy or volatile materials — in a clean, quiet, and well-managed environment.

Our plans for the site are centered on:

-Bringing skilled trades and stable employment to the local economy

-Creating safe, clean indoor assembly jobs

-Supporting urgently needed housing supply across New Brunswick and Atlantic Canada

-Working collaboratively with local leaders, neighbours, and suppliers

We are committed to operating transparently and responsibly. This site will be used in a way that reflects respect for residents, the environment, and the community’s well-being.

We live here, we’re part of this community, and we’re committed to being thoughtful, respectful neighbours as we move forward.

We believe Beaurivage deserves investment that creates opportunity — and we’re proud to be part of what comes next.

More information will be shared as plans progress. In the meantime, we welcome open dialogue and look forward to being a positive, long-term partner in the community.

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Bearcan Rapid Housing

01/28/2026

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/new-brunswick/new-shellfish-plant-buyer-9.7063107

We know this property carries a history — and we understand why many in the community may have concerns.

Bearcan Rapid Housing has acquired the former industrial building in Beaurivage with a clear purpose: to turn a challenging chapter into a positive, productive future for the community.

Bearcan is a local company from the area that manages housing projects and supplies the materials needed to build them. We design housing systems, package complete building components into shipping containers, and deliver them directly to various construction sites. We also manufacture wall panels, roof trusses, and floor systems indoors, which are then delivered and assembled on site. Our work is focused on building homes — not processing heavy or volatile materials — in a clean, quiet, and well-managed environment.

Our plans for the site are centered on:

-Bringing skilled trades and stable employment to the local economy

-Creating safe, clean indoor manufacturing jobs

-Supporting urgently needed housing supply across New Brunswick and Atlantic Canada

-Working collaboratively with local leaders, neighbours, and suppliers

We are committed to operating transparently and responsibly. This site will be used in a way that reflects respect for residents, the environment, and the community’s well-being.

We live here, we’re part of this community, and we’re committed to being thoughtful, respectful neighbours as we move forward.

We believe Richibucto deserves investment that creates opportunity — and we’re proud to be part of what comes next.

More information will be shared as plans progress. In the meantime, we welcome open dialogue and look forward to being a positive, long-term partner in the community.

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Bearcan Rapid Housing

A local company has bought the former Coastal Shell Products facility and residents are "hesitant" about the future of the site.

01/01/2026

As we step into 2026, we’re taking a moment to look back at a project that’s meant a lot to us.

Our Chipman project has been close to our hearts and the perfect way to close out 2025.

While it’s not over yet, with more to come in the next phase, we’ve already seen the kind of momentum that happens when rapid housing meets real community need: homes are filling up, roads are going in, and a brand new neighbourhood is coming to life.

Throughout the build, we’ve continued pushing innovation forward, from panelized trusses to pre-sheeted roof systems, helping us build faster on-site and reduce delays.

This project is one we’re proud of, but it’s not the only one. We’ve been working on building affordable housing communities in Kingsclear First Nation, Haut-Madawaska, and Clair, NB and we’re just getting started.

These are the projects that remind us why we do what we do. Excited for what’s ahead in 2026.

Happy New Year from all of us at BearCan.

12/24/2025

As 2025 comes to a close, we’re taking a moment to reflect on an incredible year at BearCan.

From the communities we’ve helped build, to the innovative projects we’ve delivered, to the many new faces who joined our growing team - this year has made our mission clearer than ever.

Thank you to our partners, clients, and supporters across Atlantic Canada. We’re proud of the progress we’ve made, and we’re more ready than ever for 2026.

Happy Holidays from all of us at BearCan!

11/28/2025

From Completed Homes to New Foundations – Project Progress Update

Take a behind-the-scenes look at our progress as we complete foundation work, concrete pours, and essential underground infrastructure installations. With the successful handover of several finished homes, we’re now building the next phase of the project—laying the groundwork for the future development that will continue shaping this growing community.

06/10/2025

The Bearcan fleet is rolling strong.

Our fully branded truck fleet - now hitting the roads across New Brunswick!

Each vehicle represents our commitment to showing up, building faster, and staying connected to the communities we serve. From job sites to meetings with partners, our team is equipped and on the move - delivering affordable, rapid housing solutions where they’re needed most.

This is more than a fleet, it’s a symbol of the people, purpose, and progress driving Bearcan forward.

05/01/2025

We’re back in Chipman with a full progress update, this video combines highlights from our early site work with new footage showing where the project stands today.

In this update we are proud to show you one innovations in action: Our panelized roof truss system, developed and tested over the winter. This approach allows us to make homes weathertight in just one day, helping us move faster and more efficiently while maintaining quality.

As we continue to refine what Bearcan rapid affordable housing can look like, we’re focused on the tools and methods that truly move projects forward.

A huge thank you to the Housing Hub of New Brunswick and the Mayor and community of Chipman for the ongoing partnership and support on this project. We’re proud to be building this affordable housing community together, one step at a time.

Watch for updates soon.

03/13/2025

At BearCan, building communities isn’t just what we do—it’s who we are.

As proud suppliers of NB Housing Hub , we are dedicated to delivering rapid housing solutions through our Hybrid Modular approach. By combining speed, efficiency, and adaptability, we help create housing as fast as possible to serve those who need it most.

The housing crisis demands action, and we’re committed to being part of the solution, one community at a time. Watch this progress update to see how we’re making it happen, and stay tuned - another update is on the way as this community continues to take shape!

08/21/2024

Finalizing the last details on this remarkable project, outstanding job CMS team. Warner Properties