Member of the Order of Canada
Awarded on: 2014-05-08
Invested on: 2015-05-08
For her innovative contributions to the development of the hotel industry in Canada.
Christiane German has brought distinctiveness to the Canadian hotel sector. Co-president and co-founder of the Groupe Germain Hospitalité, she re-energized the hotel industry by opening Canada’s first boutique hotels. She also promotes the local economy by using Canadian suppliers. Known for her innovation and business acumen, she sits on several boards of directors in the business and tourist sectors, and is involved in various social and charitable activities.