Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: May 8, 2014
• Invested on: February 13, 2015

For his contributions to the development of Quebec culture as a performer, host and director.

RenÚ Simard has held a special place in our culture for over 40 years. An iconic figure in music in the 1970s, he began his international career when he was 14 years old and has now recorded over 40 albums. He has also stirred peopleÆs hearts as the host of galas and variety programs in Quebec and across Canada, and as the director and artistic director of major musical productions, including GÚnÚration Motown and Elvis Story. He has been very generous with his time and has, for many years, been the spokesperson for the Fondation quÚbÚcoise pour la recherche sur lÆimplant cochlÚaire and the Fondation Sourdine, which help children with hearing disabilities.