Member of the Order of Canada
Awarded on: 2013-11-21
Invested on: 2014-09-12
For his unwavering support of his region's economic, sport and community development.
Jacques Tanguay is a businessman who has devoted his talents to serving his community. As the vice-president and CEO of Ameublements Tanguay, he has a long and extensive history of philanthropic activities. He has also set up sports events and teams that have become models of success that have helped put the City of Québec on the map. He was instrumental in the establishment and success of the famous Rouge et Or university football team. He also helped to revitalize the Remparts de Québec major junior hockey team, encouraging its players to pursue their studies and get involved in the community.