Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: November 19, 2012
• Invested on: December 13, 2013

Alban DÆAmoursÆ career and volunteer activities are characterized by his human and social values. Former professor at the UniversitÚ de Sherbrooke, he served as head of the Department of Economics. His managerial skills led him to a number of senior positions within the Government of Quebec and saw him elected as president of Desjardins Group. While ensuring the GroupÆs growth in Quebec and elsewhere in Canada, he gave priority to a people-centred vision and successfully oversaw the largest restructuring of the Group in its history. In addition, he helped to promote the role of the co-operative model at the international level. Furthermore, he has long demonstrated a remarkable dedication to a host of social, cultural and educational organizations.