Consultants specializing in mineral processing and metallurgy: from the design table to production
In founding Soutex in 2000, Michel Bourassa’s aim was to develop an innovative approach to mineral process engineering that emphasizes two aspects: metallurgical process quality and respect of individuals.
No road, bridge or structure is studied at Soutex, the focus is always on the metallurgical process. This way, we can ensure that high quality standards are maintained, rigorous attention to detail is achieved, and innovative solutions specific to each project are applied.
Our human-scale approach is made out of respect for both the client, and our employees. The quality of Soutex’ projects resides in teamwork and the enhancement and development of individuals’ knowledge.
Since its foundation, Soutex’ team has continued to grow to meet our clients’ needs. We currently are one of the largest groups of specialists in this field in Canada supporting process engineering and plant operation.

Knowledge, Delivery and Respect
Our team
Our team

Senior Metallurgist
President and founder of Soutex, Mr. Bourassa has over 30 years’ experience in the design, development and optimization of mineral and metallurgical processes, notably in the processing of iron, nickel and magnesium ores.
Mr. Bourassa’s experience as Senior Metallurgist and Project Manager covers all the Engineering phases. He also possesses expertise in the design and implementation of advanced control for diverse process types and has participated in numerous audits and process optimization mandates.
Drawing from his experience and relying on his leadership and strategic thinking, Mr. Bourassa founded Soutex in order to provide the industry with a unique expertise, combining process development and plant operations. Built according to his own vision, Mr. Bourassa is now at the head of a company recognized for the quality of its personnel, its work ethic and professionalism.
Michel Bourassa obtained a Degree in Mining Engineering from Université Laval, he also has a Masters in Ore Processing from the same institution.


Senior Metallurgist
Daniel Roy joined Soutex in 2005. He has 25 years’ experience, firstly working in a plant and then in the consulting business as an Engineer and Project Manager.
His experience in base metal concentrators, foundries and construction covers personnel and project management, problem solving and quality improvement. His role as Process Leader and Senior Metallurgist for numerous studies from a design level to detailed Engineering has greatly helped Soutex’ development.
He is recognized for his technical knowledge, his professional discipline and his excellent capacities in the design and start-up of concentrators.
Daniel Roy obtained a Degree in Metallurgy and Materials Engineering from Université Laval.

Specialist - Mineral Processing
Pierre Roy has 25 years’ experience in the mineral processing industry both in Quebec and abroad. He has become a vital reference in Engineering projects since he joined Soutex in 2005.
During a large part of his career Mr. Roy worked in gold operations where he held the position of Metallurgist and Environmental Management Coordinator. His experience now covers process development and process Engineering at different stages of Engineering studies. He is recognized as a mineral processing specialist through his capacity to quickly identify technical problems. He is known in the industry and brings an added value to nearly all projects carried out by Soutex.
M. Roy obtained a Degree and Masters in Mining Engineering from Université Laval.
President and founder of Soutex, Mr. Bourassa has over 30 years’ experience in the design, development and optimization of mineral and metallurgical processes, notably in the processing of iron, nickel and magnesium ores.
Mr. Bourassa’s experience as Senior Metallurgist and Project Manager covers all the Engineering phases. He also possesses expertise in the design and implementation of advanced control for diverse process types and has participated in numerous audits and process optimization mandates.
Drawing from his experience and relying on his leadership and strategic thinking, Mr. Bourassa founded Soutex in order to provide the industry with a unique expertise, combining process development and plant operations. Built according to his own vision, Mr. Bourassa is now at the head of a company recognized for the quality of its personnel, its work ethic and professionalism.
Michel Bourassa obtained a Degree in Mining Engineering from Université Laval, he also has a Masters in Ore Processing from the same institution.
Daniel Roy joined Soutex in 2005. He has 25 years’ experience, firstly working in a plant and then in the consulting business as an Engineer and Project Manager.
His experience in base metal concentrators, foundries and construction covers personnel and project management, problem solving and quality improvement. His role as Process Leader and Senior Metallurgist for numerous studies from a design level to detailed Engineering has greatly helped Soutex’ development.
He is recognized for his technical knowledge, his professional discipline and his excellent capacities in the design and start-up of concentrators.
Daniel Roy obtained a Degree in Metallurgy and Materials Engineering from Université Laval.
Pierre Roy has 25 years’ experience in the mineral processing industry both in Quebec and abroad. He has become a vital reference in Engineering projects since he joined Soutex in 2005.
During a large part of his career Mr. Roy worked in gold operations where he held the position of Metallurgist and Environmental Management Coordinator. His experience now covers process development and process Engineering at different stages of Engineering studies. He is recognized as a mineral processing specialist through his capacity to quickly identify technical problems. He is known in the industry and brings an added value to nearly all projects carried out by Soutex.
M. Roy obtained a Degree and Masters in Mining Engineering from Université Laval.

Senior Process Engineer

Senior Metallurgist
Mr. Fortier has more than 15 years of experience in various fields of mineral processing and metallurgy such as iron, gold and base metals.
His experience has enabled him to lead many projects in industry and in the consultation area both as a project leader and metallurgist. He has a solid expertise in process development, engineering studies (conceptual to detailed engineering), and plant start-up and optimization.
His ease in sharing his expertise has enabled him to participate in many projects consisting in the production of controlled documents and in the training and coaching of operation personnel. He is especially appreciated for his organizational skills, his scientific rigour and his analytical and teamwork skills.

Senior Metallurgist

Senior Metallurgist
Mr. Fortier has more than 15 years of experience in various fields of mineral processing and metallurgy such as iron, gold and base metals.
His experience has enabled him to lead many projects in industry and in the consultation area both as a project leader and metallurgist. He has a solid expertise in process development, engineering studies (conceptual to detailed engineering), and plant start-up and optimization.
His ease in sharing his expertise has enabled him to participate in many projects consisting in the production of controlled documents and in the training and coaching of operation personnel. He is especially appreciated for his organizational skills, his scientific rigour and his analytical and teamwork skills.


Project Control Officer











Mineralurgy














Specialtist - Process Control

Specialist - R&D


Specialist - Environment