Member of the Order of Canada
Awarded on: 2020-10-21
Invested on: 2022-11-17
Alain Chartrand, C.M., C.Q.
Montréal, Quebec
Thanks to Alain Chartrand’s flair and tenacity, hundreds of Francophone songwriters, performers and musicians have made their mark in Canada and abroad. By creating the Coup de cœur francophone music festival, he has demonstrated a tireless commitment to promoting and sharing French-language music. Focused on daring and creativity, this initiative has helped to break the linguistic isolation of remote communities. A prominent administrator, he has contributed to the international success and sustainability of many artistic productions.