Member of the Order of Canada
Awarded on: 2022-05-19
Suzanne Sauvage, C.M., O.Q.
Montréal, Quebec
Suzanne Sauvage distinguished herself by her exemplary leadership during the merger and modernization of the McCord Stewart Museum, engaging the museum in a process of reconciliation with Indigenous communities, which she has brought to the forefront through various exhibitions. Under her leadership, the museum has seen an impressive increase in attendance and a diversification of its clientele. By presenting numerous international exhibitions and offering educational programs for children and newcomers, she has raised the institution’s profile both in Montréal and across the province.