Transcontinental Closing Its Printing Plant in Quebec; Around 150 Jobs Lost

MONTREAL—Nov. 1, 2012—Transcontinental Inc. is closing, on or about Dec. 20, 2012, its printing plant at 7743 Bourdeau St. in LaSalle, Quebec, leading to the loss of some 150 jobs. All employees affected by the termination of printing operations at this plant have been informed of the decision and will receive severance pay as well as out-placement services to help them find new jobs.