Officer of the Order of Canada
Awarded on: 2004-10-29
Invested on: 2005-03-11
A respected businessman both at home and abroad, Paul Desmarais Jr. is highly regarded as well for his social and philanthropic work. A Chairman and Co-Chief Executive Officer of Power Corporation of Canada, he also contributes to the development of various national and international companies and organizations through his vision and leadership. His numerous community commitments are a testament to his exceptional generosity and dedication. He works with a number of organizations in the areas of education, health care, culture and various social causes. The list is long, but includes in particular UQAM (Université du Québec à Montreal), Sainte-Justine Hospital and Le Phare, Enfants et Familles.