Board of Directors

Serge Savard, a dynamic force, has been a Partner at Messier, Savard & Associates since 1993. Beyond his distinguished career in business, he passionately champions community causes through numerous fundraisers and initiatives. Before his remarkable tenure as a Partner, Savard's legacy was forged on the ice as a National Hockey League legend. He etched his name into history with an astounding eight Stanley Cup victories alongside the Montreal Canadiens. His extraordinary contributions to the sport led to his well-deserved induction into the hallowed Hockey Hall of Fame in 1986, where his impact continues to inspire future generations.

Jean-Sébastien David, COO of Arianne Phosphate Inc., spearheads the development of the Lac à Paul mining project (Flag ship project) in the Saguenay region of Quebec, Canada. Previously, as the VP of Sustainable Development at Osisko Mining Corporation (2007-2012), he played a pivotal role in securing vital authorizations for the Canadian Malartic Project. His expertise spans project evaluation, strategic consultations with regulatory bodies, and fruitful negotiations with diverse stakeholders, including First Nations groups. He has also been a driving force behind the formulation and execution of sustainable development policies. With a career spanning various roles in mining, forestry, and environmental operations, Jean-Sebastien’s journey began at Nutrinor in 1993 and continued with stints at IAMGOLD, Cambior, and Louisiana-Pacific. His academic foundation, a BA in Geology and a Masters in Project Management from Université du Québec à Chicoutimi, complements his practical experience, making him a dedicated advocate for sustainability and innovation in the natural resource industry.

Dawn Madahbee Leach, a stalwart leader at Waubetek Business Development Corporation since 1988, brings a wealth of experience. She holds a degree in Political Science and Law from York and Laurentian Universities, complementing her education in Economic Development from the University of Waterloo. Her journey includes public sector program development, successful entrepreneurship with a 12-year small retail venture in Aundeck Omni Kaning First Nation, and consultancy for various First Nation communities. Dawn's diverse roles extend to serving on the boards of Peace Hills Trust, the Northern Policy Institute, and as Vice-Chair of the National Indigenous Economic Development Board. Her illustrious history features positions on the boards of North-East Local Health Integration Network, the Ontario Development Corporation, and Innovations Ontario. She's also held the esteemed role of Chairperson at the Northern Ontario Development Corporation and actively participates in numerous Federal and Provincial economic advisory committees. Dawn Madahbee Leach stands as a beacon of leadership and innovation in economic development.

Raymond Legault holds a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in economics from Université de Montréal. For eight years (1997 to 2005), he was an investment executive with ScotiaMcLeod, where he offered consulting services to individual investors and small business owners with respect to their investment portfolios. He was also president and general manager of his own publishing company for 14 years and, prior to that, held different senior management positions for 10 years for a major telecommunications company. Mr. Legault is currently a financial consultant.

Mathieu Savard is a graduate of the Universite du Quebec a Montreal with a bachelor’s degree in earth sciences with over 20 years of experience in the mining industry, Mr. Savard served previously as Osisko’s senior vice-president, exploration. Prior to joining Osisko Mining in 2016, Mr. Savard was a senior member of the Osisko Exploration James Bay, Virginia Mines and Virginia Gold Mines teams. Mr. Savard was a key member of the Virginia team which received the Association de l’Exploration Miniere du Quebec Prospector of the Year Award in 2004 and the PDAC’s prestigious Bill Dennis Award in 2006 for the discovery of the Eleonore gold deposit, and, along with the Osisko Mining management and exploration team, received the AEMQ 2017 Discovery of the Year Award, for the discovery of the Lynx deposit at Windfall. Mr. Savard is a registered PGeo as a member of the Ordre des Geologues du Quebec and is chairman of the board and a director of the AEMQ.

Beaudry est associée chez Lavery, de Billy, S.E.N.C.R.L. au sein du groupe Droit des affaires. Elle exerce principalement en matière de valeurs mobilières, fonds d'investissement et droit minier. Elle assiste les clients dans la réalisation de financements publics et privés, les réorganisations d'entreprises et les fusions et acquisitions. Elle assiste également les sociétés ouvertes dans le maintien de leur statut d'émetteur assujetti. Mme Beaudry est également administratrice de l’Association de l’exploration minière du Québec, membre du comité consultatif sur le financement des sociétés de l’Autorité des marchés financiers et membre du comité consultatif du Québec de la Bourse de croissance TSX. Mme Beaudry est membre du Barreau du Québec depuis 2000.