MONTREAL, June 22, 2018 /CNW Telbec/ - National Bank is
proud to announce the appointment of Mr. Louis Paquet, a retired National Bank Financial investment advisor, as Officer
of the Ordre national du Québec. A total of 34 people received one of the three ranks of the Ordre national du Québec, the
highest recognition awarded by the Quebec government. The ceremony took place today in the
Legislative Council Chamber of the Parliament Building in Quebec City.
Louis Paquet was a senior advisor for many years with National Bank Financial. Through his
unwavering dedication, he was instrumental in securing financing for a number of businesses that are flagships of the
Quebec economy. In his professional duties, he supported numerous start-up or relatively young
companies, including BioChem Pharma, DiagnoCure, Laboratoires Aeterna, Mines Virginia, Télésystème and TSO. A true pillar within
the Bank, he was always dedicated to mentoring budding entrepreneurs and emerging talent in the financial industry. He is a
committed philanthropist and has supported several organizations such as the Kinsmen Club, Fondation Hôpital Laval, Maison Revivre, the MNBAQ Foundation and the Challenge Bell.
"Mr. Paquet was a first-rate ambassador of the entrepreneurship culture and the social commitment that are firmly rooted in
our values at National Bank," stated Martin Lavigne, President, National Bank Financial – Wealth
Management. "Throughout his career, Mr. Paquet focussed on supporting entrepreneurship and the advancement of philanthropic
causes which have had a positive and lasting impact in Quebec. We are proud today to acknowledge
this prestigious recognition, which he rightly deserves."
"This appointment is an honour for me and my family. It proves that anything's possible when you are passionate about what you
do. I want to thank National Bank Financial and all my former colleagues for supporting me throughout my career," stated
Louis Paquet.
Since 1984, a public call for nominations has been issued every year. The Board of the Ordre national du Québec reviews the
nominees and recommends appointments for the current year to the Premier of Quebec. These
appointments are formalized by government decree prior to the presentation of the insignia in June. National Bank would like to
congratulate all recipients for this well-deserved recognition.
About National Bank of Canada
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subsidiaries, forms one of Canada's leading integrated financial groups. It has more than
22,000 employees in knowledge-intensive positions and has been recognized numerous times as a top employer and for its
commitment to diversity. Its securities are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: NA). Follow the Bank's activities at
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