Officer of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: June 29, 2005
• Invested on: November 18, 2005

President and chief executive officer of SNC-Lavalin Group Inc., Jacques Lamarre is one of Canada's most respected business people. Under his visionary leadership, the engineering firm has become one of the premier firms in its field internationally. He has helped position the company as a world leader in some 15 activity sectors, including energy, infrastructure, environment and water. An active member of various boards, including that of the Royal Bank of Canada, the professional engineer is also a sought-after speaker who shares his experience with Canadian university students. His achievements and leadership have earned him a reputation as a model business executive.