Beacon announced its acquisition of Canadian distributor SSR Roof Supply Ltd., which operates two branches in Vancouver, BC. The acquisition marks Beacon's eighth purchase in 2024. 

Products like mod bit saw its best quarter ever, while other products saw modest increases compared to Q1 2024.

Saint-Gobain completed its C$880 million acquisition of The Bailey Group, adding 700 employees and 12 sites in Canada; this is its third major Canadian acquisition in three years.

The recent market expansions are part of the distributor's Ambition 2025 plan, which has added seven new locations and completed four acquisitions that added 23 branches year-to-date in 2024.

Some of the largest increases and decreases for Q1 product shipments have occurred this year, according to data from the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association.

The two new Beacon locations will serve residential and commercial roofing contractors in the northern U.S. and southeastern Canada.

ABC Supply Co. continues its expansion into Canada, acquiring Herman’s Supply Company and marking its entry into the Ontario market while also bolstering its presence in New York State. 

ABC Supply Co. expands with its eighth acquisition in British Columbia, purchasing All Canadian Building Products; founder Kal Johal will continue as branch manager.

Infinity Home Services continues it rapid expansion with the acquisition of three roofing companies, one of which introduces it to an international clientele.