Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: November 20, 2014
• Invested on: September 23, 2015

For contributing to the development of early-period music and Acadian culture as a singer and teacher.

Soprano Suzie LeBlanc has been bringing early-period music to audiences for nearly 30 years. She has distinguished herself by her moving performances and extensive repertoire. More recently, she has been exploring French melodies, contemporary music and Acadian folk music, for which she is a passionate ambassador. She is also supporting the next generation of singers by teaching and offering master classes, and is the co-founder and artistic director of Le Nouvel Opéra, which offers workshops and produces Baroque stage works.