The Honourable Paul G. Desmarais

  • Deceased
  • MontrÚal, Quebec, Canada

Order of Canada

  • Companion of the Order of Canada

    • Awarded on: December 29, 1986
    • Invested on: April 29, 1987

    A Montrealer known as one of the top business leaders in the country, he is President of the Administrative Council and Chief Executive Officer of Power Corporation of Canada and has served the country through a wide variety of activities affecting community services, education and the arts. This is a promotion within the Order.

  • Officer of the Order of Canada

    • Awarded on: July 4, 1978
    • Invested on: October 18, 1978

    President and CEO of Power Corporation. In the space of 25 years, this businessman has established one of the country's most prestigious corporations. In recognition of his contribution to Canada's development.