About
Atelier Bon Train is an inclusive woodworking studio that seeks to provide affordable access to woodworking tools and machinery for artisans and artists, and offer specialized services to visual artists. Established in the fall of 2020 by Rafaël Khoury, Kevin Husereault and Elizabeth Xu, Bon Train originated from a modest basement studio in the Plateau-Mont Royal. Khoury, Huserault and Xu set out to foster a unique, diverse and inclusive space for artists and woodworkers to share skills and knowledge. We welcome anyone to join us in our mission to serve the community better.
Machinery
We are equipped with all essential machinery for furniture and cabinetry fabrication. Click HERE for a detailed list.
Workshops
We are open to host workshops throughout the year. Please reach out if you would like to be involved or if you'd like to lead your own session. Follow us on instagram to keep up to date on upcoming events.
Stage
Atelier Bon Train periodically accepts stagieres. This internship allows eligible candidates to develop various skillsets from woodworking to community organizing.
Co-founders
Liz Xu is a Montreal-based woodworker and educator, specializing in the support and fabrication of artistic projects within the creative community. She holds a BFA in Print Media from Concordia University, and a DEP in Cabinetmaking from Rosemount Technology Centre. She is passionate about using her skills to facilitate the visions of artists, as well as sharing her skills with beginners in the woodworking field to empower them within the often male-dominated trade.
Rafaël Khoury is an artist and cabinetmaker dedicated to helping others in navigating the world of woodworking. He balances his contract work with sculptural projects and collaborations with fellow artists. Through his efforts to build bridges between art and trade he aims to foster relationships between artists, designers and builders. He holds a DEP in Cabinetmaking from Rosemount Technology Centre.
Kevin Husereault is a woodworker based in Tiohtià:ke/Montreal. With a background in community organizing and social work, Kevin brings a passion for accessibility and inclusivity to his woodworking craft. He studied at L'École Nationale du Meuble et de l'Ébénisterie, as well as Concordia and UQàM.