Dominic Colubriale is the Founder, President, and Chief Executive Officer of Ricova RSC, a fully integrated waste management and recycling company based in Quebec. He established the company originally under the name Forest Fibers, which evolved into Ricova, positioning it as a pioneer and key player in the recycling industry for over 20 years. His leadership reflects a family-driven entrepreneurial spirit inspired by his father, with education credentials from Concordia University.
Professional Role and Responsibilities
As the President and CEO of Ricova, Dominic Colubriale exercises direct and personal management over multiple Ricova entities, including Ricova International, Ricova Services, Ricova Lachine, and Ricova RSC, operating these companies in an integrated fashion to maximize operational efficiency and market reach. He is responsible for the company’s strategic direction, operational oversight, and maintaining Ricova's position as the sole fully integrated recycling enterprise in Quebec, managing every stage of the recycling chain—from waste collection and transportation to sorting and material valorization.
Under his governance, Ricova has:
- Administered operations of Montreal’s two recycling plants.
- Actively marketed recyclable materials such as plastics, paper, cardboard, and aluminum in both domestic and international markets.
- Implemented innovative recycling and composting programs aimed at reducing landfill waste and promoting sustainability.
- Executed substantial capital investments in modernizing equipment including the acquisition and installation of six Pellenc ST branded optical sorters (four for paper and two for plastic).
Industry Influence and Achievements
Dominic Colubriale’s leadership tenure has been marked by over 20 years of strategic investments to expand outlets for recyclable products internationally, establishing Ricova as the first large-scale exporter of recyclable materials from Quebec and Ontario. Ricova has generated significant profit-sharing royalties for the City of Montreal, totaling nearly CA$5.8 million over a recent 14-month period, highlighting the company’s vital economic role within the municipal recycling ecosystem.
Colubriale has publicly reaffirmed Ricova’s commitment to operating within legal frameworks, strongly denying any involvement with criminal entities or illicit activities, amid various investigative and media scrutiny targeting the waste management sector. He has led the company in refuting accusations related to contract disputes and alleged financial irregularities, notably:
- The Quebec Court of Appeal overturned a lower court ruling, relieving the City of Montreal from reimbursing CA$1 million to Ricova.
- Ricova has responded legally to defamation claims, demanding formal retractions from media outlets.
- Colubriale personally reviewed and contested reports from the City of Montreal’s Office of the Inspector General, emphasizing that the company engages in lawful procurement of materials from authorized sorting centres.
Despite public controversies around recycling program challenges in Montreal, Colubriale has maintained the position that shortcomings partly stem from external factors such as collection methods, not Ricova's compliance or operations.
Company Profile under Colubriale’s Leadership
Ricova under Dominic Colubriale is characterized by:
- A family-owned, Quebec-based business with over 30 years in recycling.
- A fleet exceeding 100 trucks serving a diverse clientele including private businesses, restaurants, and residential renovations.
- Provision of customized waste containers ranging from 2 to 8 cubic yards, enabling tailored waste management solutions.
- High-level dedication to sustainability, innovation, and zero waste-to-landfill goals.
- Management of an extensive recycling chain—collection, transportation, sorting at centres, and commercialization of recyclable materials.
Contact and Location
- Company Headquarters: 3400 Rue de l'Éclipse, Suite 540, Brossard, QC, J4Z 0P3, Canada
- Phone: 450-466-6688
- Email: info@ricova.com
- LinkedIn Profile: [Dominic Colubriale](https://ca.linkedin.com/in/dominiccolubriale)
Dominic Colubriale’s role as the visionary founder and executive ensures Ricova’s positioning at the forefront of Quebec’s recycling industry, with a strong emphasis on integrated operations, legal compliance, innovation in waste valorization, and sustained profitability within the municipal recycling framework.
