The 60's

Text by Kim Lévesque-Lizotte

In the 1960s, Quebec was in motion, opening up to the world, and becoming more dynamic. People were rejecting religion, and women were stepping out of their kitchens. It was the Quiet Revolution, and my grandmother Charlotte was exploring all sorts of careers. She tried her luck at a hairdressing school alongside a certain Marcel Pelchat, a man in his thirties who was discovering his vocation as a hairdresser—a passion that would prove to be decisive for the rest of his life and leave a mark on Quebec. He managed to develop a modern and bold style and expertise, reflective of an era when everything seemed possible.

The 90's

Text by Kim Lévesque-Lizotte

In the 1990s, my mother, a young professional in her twenties and mother of three with an eccentric style, began modeling for the Marcel Pelchat Salon, which had now firmly established itself at Laurier Québec. With her short, punk haircut, my mother's photo—displayed and published widely—reaffirmed the salon's boldness and modernity. The salon has since become a true institution that transcends the ages...

Today

Text by Kim Lévesque-Lizotte

...to this day, where Marcel Pelchat's vision continues to evolve, driven by his daughter Rose and the talented team of hairdressers he has assembled. By combining art and hairstyling, the salon manages to appeal to all styles and generations with its innovative and timeless approach. From my grandmother to myself, and now to Rose, who is poised to ensure the future of a salon that will leave a mark on the future generations of women in Quebec.