About Roger's Marina
In 1954, Roger Allaire and his wife Beatrice Beaudoin purchased the land where the marina is today from his father in-law Arthur to raise their 3 children Monique, Lise and Ted. They started a small bait shop. Live worms and minnows; in what was then the family living room. "Roger's Live Bait" continued to grow. Eventually a shop was built at the base of the first canal. Later docks were put in place which is when it became known as "Roger's Marina".
October 15th, 1974, Roger's Marina saw a change of hands when daughter Lise and husband René Struthers took over the reins. Second Generation Lise and Rene with baby Mark and Yves on the way started on their quest by expanding the docks, enlarging the store to the front of the bay, added a mechanics shop, and boat houses.
Lise worked in the store, took care of the clients and the book keeping. When the boys got older Rene put them to work and taught them the business hoping that one, would one day continue in his footsteps. In 1980 they had their 3rd child Adele. For 36 years they built up the Marina to what it is now known as today.
After 36 years in the Marina business, René & Lise have succeeded their goals and expectations and are ready to move on to retirement.
At season closing of 2010 Roger's Marina was greeted by third generation owners, Yves Struthers and wife Nancy Struthers along with their two sons (and possible fourth generation operators) Nicholas and Andre.
They had challenges to face and a vision to guide them. The introduction of a new boat lines and Mercury Marine dealership, with a fiberglass repair and detailing shop, also an upholstery and custom canvas shop. A new well needed forklift and hydraulic trailer.
In the fall of 2018 there will be another expansion taking place with a new service shop and show room facility. Thank you to all our clientele with your patronage and patience on our upgrading. We are always honored to serve you year round.
1954 - Roger Allaire and his wife Beatrice Beaudoin purchased the land where the marina is today from his father in-law Arthur to raise their 3 children Monique, Lise and Ted. October 15th, 1974 - Roger's Marina saw a change of hands when daughter Lise and husband René Struthers took over the reins. 1976 - Rene expanded the docks, enlarged the store, and added a mechanic’s shop and boat houses 2010 - Keeping Roger’s Marina in the Struthers' family, third generation, Yves and Nancy Struthers, took over in 2010. 2011 - The introduction of a new boat line and Mercury Marine dealership. 2018 – We are expanding with a new service shop and show room facility.
Roger's Marina is conveniently located near the areas of Summerstown near Cornwall, Montreal, Ottawa, and Ontario.