Member of the Order of Canada
Awarded on: 2015-11-19
Invested on: 2016-05-13
For her contributions to the development and dissemination of the performing arts as director of the École nationale de l’humour.
Louise Richer has had a significant impact on Quebec’s comedy landscape. Former artistic co-director of Les Lundis Juste pour rire, she is especially well known as the founder and executive director of the École nationale de l’humour, the first of its kind in the world, which she developed into an internationally respected institution. Known for her acting talents, she has also worked as artistic director and director of major televised events, such as the “Gala Les Olivier” and the “Bye Bye” specials.