Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: September 24, 2021
• Invested on: December 01, 2022

Gilbert Lacasse, C.M.
Québec, Quebec

Gilbert Lacasse has left an indelible mark on the print media and book industry. He ran the publishing company Novalis, which experienced unprecedented national and international growth under his leadership. An astute administrator, he oversaw the restructuring and modernization of two major newspapers, notably ensuring the survival of Le Droit, which was a critical issue for the Francophone community in the National Capital Region. For decades, he has lent his expertise to several community organizations and charitable movements.