The Institut national du sport du Québec (INS Québec) is pleased to announce the appointment of three new members to its board of directors. Confirmed at the recent annual meeting, these appointments strengthen the governance of the organization, who plays a central role in supporting high-performance sport in Québec.

The three new members are Annie Bourgeois, Anick Dubois, and Claude Pinard. They join Valérie Lemieux, Mélanie Marois, and Jean-Philippe Normandeau, who have been reappointed, as well as current members Jean R. Dupré, Michel Laramée, Yann Paquet, Marie Pinsonneault, and Sylvain Proulx.

“It is with great satisfaction that we welcome these exceptional individuals, whose expertise and professional backgrounds will enrich our governance,” said Jean R. Dupré, Chair of the Board of Directors of INS Québec. “I would also like to thank all the members of the Board for their dedication as volunteers. As we face major challenges, particularly in terms of funding and the sustainability of our mission, this diversity of perspectives will enable us to better tackle these challenges.”

Like high-performance sport in the country as a whole, INS Québec is currently operating in a particularly demanding environment. Stagnating public budgets, inflation, and rising operating costs are putting a strain on the sustainability of services provided to athletes. Preserving access to world-class resources and ensuring the sustainability of Québec’s excellence are an increasingly urgent issue.

New Members of the Board of Directors

Annie Bourgeois – A lawyer and partner at Langlois Lawyers, she was a member of the Université Laval Rouge et Or athletics team. She has solid expertise in labour and sports law, where she acts as an advisor to organizations and athletes.

Anick Dubois – A chartered professional accountant and Vice-President, Finance at Novacap, she has high-level experience in the media and corporate finance sectors and serves on various boards of directors.

Claude Pinard – President and CEO of Centraide of Greater Montreal. He has extensive experience in social innovation and strategic management, acquired in both the private and philanthropic sectors. Among other things, he served as chairman of the board of directors of the Fédération québécoise des sports cyclistes.

Jean-Philippe Normandeau Appointed Vice-President

Following the general meeting, Jean-Philippe Normandeau was appointed Vice-President, while Jean R. Dupré was renewed as Chairman of the Board of Directors. Anick Dubois was appointed Chair of the Audit Committee and will also serve as Treasurer. Yann Paquet will chair the Governance Committee and serve as Secretary of the Board. Lastly, Mélanie Marois will chair the Human Resources Committee.

Thank you!

INS Québec would like to warmly thank three members who have left the Board of Directors. François Racine, who has served since 2014, has completed the maximum term allowed. Nathalie Joncas, after four years of active involvement, has chosen not to seek a new term. Emilie Bundock left her position at the end of 2024 to pursue her career abroad. The Institut expresses its sincere gratitude to them for their contributions, which have helped bring to life the “Ingenuity behind performance.”