Savaria Management
Management criteria checks 3/4
Savaria's CEO is Sebastien Bourassa, appointed in Jan 2024, has a tenure of 2.42 years. total yearly compensation is CA$3.01M, comprised of 25.7% salary and 74.3% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 0.57% of the company’s shares, worth CA$12.06M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 4.4 years and 15.3 years respectively.
Key information
Sebastien Bourassa
Chief executive officer
CA$3.0m
Total compensation
| CEO salary percentage | 25.74% |
| CEO tenure | 2.4yrs |
| CEO ownership | 0.6% |
| Management average tenure | 4.4yrs |
| Board average tenure | 15.3yrs |
Recent management updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Jun 07
SIS: Recent P E And Margin Assumptions Will Support Future Upside Potential
Narrative Update on Savaria The analyst price target for Savaria has been raised to CA$35.00, reflecting recent Street research in which several firms lifted their CA$ targets, supported by updated assumptions around discount rate, profit margin and future P/E multiples. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on Savaria show several bullish analysts lifting their Canadian dollar price targets by amounts ranging from C$2 to C$4, feeding into the consolidated C$35.00 target.Narrative Update • May 03
SIS: Recent P E Revisions Will Support Future Upside Potential
The analyst fair value estimate for Savaria has increased by CA$0.81 to CA$34.63, as analysts factor in updated Street price targets from CA$29 to CA$31 along with modest adjustments to the discount rate and future P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary Street research on Savaria has recently centered on a series of upward revisions to price targets, with several analysts adjusting their views over a relatively short period.Narrative Update • Apr 19
SIS: Recent Model Revisions And Higher P E Assumptions Will Support Future Upside
Narrative update on Savaria The analyst price target for Savaria has been raised by CA$3 to CA$33.81. Analysts cited updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E, along with recent target increases from CA$29 to CA$31 across several firms, as the basis for the adjustment.Narrative Update • Apr 04
SIS: Upcoming Investor Day And Stable Assumptions Will Support Future Upside
Narrative Update Analysts have nudged Savaria's price target higher to CA$30.81, with modest tweaks to the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions supporting this updated view. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research has been clustered around price target revisions, with multiple bullish analysts lifting their fair value estimates for Savaria into a C$29 to C$31 range.Narrative Update • Mar 21
SIS: Upcoming Investor Day And Higher P/E Assumptions Will Shape Future Pricing
The updated analyst price target for Savaria has shifted from CA$28.50 to CA$30.81 as analysts factor in adjusted assumptions for discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins, and a higher future P/E multiple, supported by a series of recent target increases from CA$28 to as high as CA$31 across several firms. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates cluster around higher price targets for Savaria, with several firms moving their numbers into a C$29 to C$31 range.Narrative Update • Mar 06
SIS: Analyst Day And Refined Assumptions Will Guide Future Share Pricing
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for Savaria up to CA$28.50 from CA$28.00, reflecting a series of recent price target increases across the Street, with several firms now pointing to levels between CA$29 and CA$31. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates cluster around higher fair value marks for Savaria, with several firms now referencing price targets in the CA$29 to CA$31 range.Narrative Update • Feb 20
SIS: Updated Assumptions And Investor Day Will Shape Future Pricing
Analysts have raised their price target on Savaria by CA$2 to reflect updated views on its long term fair value. The revised target is supported by refreshed assumptions on revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E expectations.Analysis Article • Feb 07
Savaria Corporation's (TSE:SIS) P/E Is On The Mark
With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 29.2x Savaria Corporation ( TSE:SIS ) may be sending very bearish signals...Narrative Update • Feb 06
SIS: Refined Discount Rate And Margins Will Support Higher Future Pricing
Analysts have lifted their price target on Savaria by C$2 to C$28.00, citing updated assumptions around the discount rate, profit margin and future P/E that refine, but do not materially alter, their overall valuation view. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts view the C$2 lift in the price target to C$28.00 as a sign that refined assumptions around discount rate and P/E still support the overall equity story.Analysis Article • Jan 27
Savaria (TSE:SIS) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of CA$0.0467
The board of Savaria Corporation ( TSE:SIS ) has announced that it will pay a dividend on the 10th of February, with...Narrative Update • Jan 22
SIS: Low Leverage And Acquisition Capacity Will Support Higher Future Pricing
Analysts have lifted their price target on Savaria to C$28.00 from C$27.38, reflecting updated views on the stock's fair value and P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates point to a gradual reset of what analysts see as a reasonable valuation range for Savaria, with price targets moving higher over time and anchored to refreshed P/E assumptions.Narrative Update • Jan 08
SIS: Low Leverage And Active Acquisition Pipeline Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have nudged their price target on Savaria up by C$1 to C$26, citing updated Street research that supports a slightly higher valuation while keeping their core assumptions on fair value and profitability broadly unchanged. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research supports a modestly higher valuation for Savaria, with the latest price target set at C$26 compared with the prior C$25, while keeping the existing positive stance on the shares intact.Analysis Article • Dec 25
Savaria (TSE:SIS) Is Paying Out A Dividend Of CA$0.0467
Savaria Corporation ( TSE:SIS ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of CA$0.0467 per share on the 9th of January...Narrative Update • Dec 22
SIS: Future Margin Expansion And Acquisitions Will Support Upside Potential
Analysts have raised their price target on Savaria to approximately C$27.40 from about C$25.80, citing slightly stronger expectations for revenue growth, improved profit margins, and a modestly higher future earnings multiple. Analyst Commentary Analyst commentary points to a generally constructive outlook on Savaria, with price targets moving higher alongside expectations for steady execution and margin improvement.Analysis Article • Nov 25
Savaria (TSE:SIS) Will Pay A Dividend Of CA$0.0467
The board of Savaria Corporation ( TSE:SIS ) has announced that it will pay a dividend on the 9th of December, with...Analysis Article • Nov 12
Savaria's (TSE:SIS) Strong Earnings Are Of Good Quality
Savaria Corporation ( TSE:SIS ) just reported healthy earnings but the stock price didn't move much. Our analysis...Analysis Article • Sep 19
Savaria (TSE:SIS) Is Paying Out A Larger Dividend Than Last Year
Savaria Corporation ( TSE:SIS ) will increase its dividend from last year's comparable payment on the 8th of October to...Narrative Update • Sep 04
Aging Demographics Will Energize Home Accessibility Demand
Analysts maintained their consensus price target for Savaria at CA$25.79, citing stronger revenue growth, upward earnings revisions, margin expansion, and positive momentum in international markets and product rollouts. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts cite improved revenue growth projections supported by robust order backlogs.Analysis Article • Aug 26
Savaria (TSE:SIS) Is Paying Out A Dividend Of CA$0.045
Savaria Corporation ( TSE:SIS ) will pay a dividend of CA$0.045 on the 9th of September. Based on this payment, the...Analysis Article • Jul 28
Savaria (TSE:SIS) Is Paying Out A Dividend Of CA$0.045
Savaria Corporation ( TSE:SIS ) will pay a dividend of CA$0.045 on the 11th of August. This means the annual payment is...Analysis Article • May 13
Savaria Corporation (TSE:SIS) Stocks Shoot Up 26% But Its P/E Still Looks Reasonable
Savaria Corporation ( TSE:SIS ) shares have had a really impressive month, gaining 26% after a shaky period beforehand...Analysis Article • Apr 25
Savaria (TSE:SIS) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of CA$0.045
The board of Savaria Corporation ( TSE:SIS ) has announced that it will pay a dividend on the 9th of May, with...Analysis Article • Mar 27
Savaria's (TSE:SIS) Dividend Will Be CA$0.045
Savaria Corporation's ( TSE:SIS ) investors are due to receive a payment of CA$0.045 per share on 11th of April. This...Analysis Article • Mar 13
The Strong Earnings Posted By Savaria (TSE:SIS) Are A Good Indication Of The Strength Of The Business
Savaria Corporation ( TSE:SIS ) just reported healthy earnings but the stock price didn't move much. Our analysis...Analysis Article • Feb 24
Savaria's (TSE:SIS) Dividend Will Be CA$0.045
Savaria Corporation ( TSE:SIS ) will pay a dividend of CA$0.045 on the 10th of March. The dividend yield will be 3.0...
New Narrative • Feb 08
Aging Population Trends Will Drive Demand For Home Elevators
Savaria's operational improvements and strategic product launches aim to boost margins and revenue growth in the Patient Care segment.Analysis Article • Jan 26
Savaria (TSE:SIS) Will Pay A Dividend Of CA$0.045
Savaria Corporation ( TSE:SIS ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of CA$0.045 per share on the 10th of...CEO Compensation Analysis
| Date | Total Compensation | Salary | Company Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 31 2026 | n/a | n/a | CA$79m |
| Dec 31 2025 | CA$3m | CA$775k | CA$69m |
| Sep 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | CA$63m |
| Jun 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | CA$54m |
| Mar 31 2025 | n/a | n/a | CA$49m |
| Dec 31 2024 | CA$2m | CA$550k | CA$49m |
| Sep 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | CA$45m |
| Jun 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | CA$46m |
| Mar 31 2024 | n/a | n/a | CA$43m |
| Dec 31 2023 | CA$454k | CA$383k | CA$38m |
| Sep 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | CA$38m |
| Jun 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | CA$37m |
| Mar 31 2023 | n/a | n/a | CA$36m |
| Dec 31 2022 | CA$794k | CA$270k | CA$35m |
| Sep 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | CA$25m |
| Jun 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | CA$19m |
| Mar 31 2022 | n/a | n/a | CA$13m |
| Dec 31 2021 | CA$241k | CA$216k | CA$12m |
| Sep 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | CA$17m |
| Jun 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | CA$21m |
| Mar 31 2021 | n/a | n/a | CA$25m |
| Dec 31 2020 | CA$283k | CA$212k | CA$26m |
| Sep 30 2020 | n/a | n/a | CA$28m |
| Jun 30 2020 | n/a | n/a | CA$28m |
| Mar 31 2020 | n/a | n/a | CA$27m |
| Dec 31 2019 | CA$256k | CA$206k | CA$26m |
Compensation vs Market: Sebastien's total compensation ($USD2.15M) is about average for companies of similar size in the Canadian market ($USD2.04M).
Compensation vs Earnings: Sebastien's compensation has increased by more than 20% in the past year.
CEO
Sebastien Bourassa
2.4yrs
Tenure
CA$3,011,250
Compensation
Mr. Sebastien Bourassa is President and CEO of Savaria Corporation since January 1, 2024 and served as its Chief Operating Officer since May 15, 2023 until January 1, 2024. He has been Director of Savaria...
Leadership Team
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Executive Chairman of the Board | 24.3yrs | CA$2.44m | 15.48% CA$ 325.4m | |
| President | 2.4yrs | CA$3.01m | 0.57% CA$ 12.1m | |
| Chief Financial Officer | 5.8yrs | CA$712.24k | 0.0035% CA$ 73.0k | |
| President of North America Accessibility | 3.4yrs | CA$795.40k | 0.087% CA$ 1.8m | |
| Chief Transformation Officer | 2.4yrs | CA$1.38m | 0.13% CA$ 2.7m | |
| Chief Legal Officer & Corporate Secretary | 8.3yrs | no data | 0.0064% CA$ 134.8k | |
| Vice President of Corporate Development | 9.8yrs | CA$276.54k | no data | |
| President of Garaventa Lift Group N.A. & Garaventa Canada Ltd. | no data | CA$337.50k | 0.013% CA$ 277.1k | |
| Group President of Patient Care | 5.4yrs | CA$581.46k | no data | |
| General Manager of Savaria Sales | no data | CA$192.73k | no data |
4.4yrs
Average Tenure
Experienced Management: SIS's management team is considered experienced (4.4 years average tenure).
Board Members
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Executive Chairman of the Board | 24.3yrs | CA$2.44m | 15.48% CA$ 325.4m | |
| President | 8.9yrs | CA$3.01m | 0.57% CA$ 12.1m | |
| Director | 24.3yrs | CA$170.00k | 0.36% CA$ 7.5m | |
| Lead Independent Director | 24.4yrs | CA$201.50k | 0.13% CA$ 2.8m | |
| Independent Director | 21.1yrs | CA$170.00k | 0.14% CA$ 2.9m | |
| Independent Director | 15.8yrs | CA$190.00k | 0.15% CA$ 3.1m | |
| Independent Director | 14.8yrs | CA$202.50k | 0.10% CA$ 2.2m | |
| Independent Director | 3.4yrs | CA$180.00k | 0.0057% CA$ 120.7k | |
| Independent Director | 8.8yrs | CA$180.00k | 0.035% CA$ 729.3k | |
| Independent Director | 2yrs | CA$170.00k | no data |
15.3yrs
Average Tenure
64yo
Average Age
Experienced Board: SIS's board of directors are seasoned and experienced ( 15.3 years average tenure).
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/16 10:32 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/16 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
| Package | Data | Timeframe | Example US Source * |
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Savaria Corporation is covered by 13 analysts. 8 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
|---|---|
| Kyle McPhee | ATB Cormark |
| Kyle McPhee | ATB Cormark Historical (Cormark Securities) |
| Noel Atkinson | Clarus Securities Inc. |