Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: October 5, 2006
• Invested on: May 04, 2007

André Caillé is respected and admired not only for his administration skills, but because of his commitment to the community. A leader in the energy sector, he first made his mark as a manager at Gaz Métro inc., which he greatly helped to expand. Then, as president and chief executive officer of Hydro-Québec, he played a significant role in reviving the company and worked hard to promote Quebec's hydroelectric resources. He is chair of the World Energy Council and active in community organizations. He is especially dedicated to higher education and is chancellor of the Université de Montréal.