Member of the Order of Canada
- Awarded on: November 19, 2018
- Invested on: September 04, 2019
Camille Henri Thériault, C.M.
Moncton, New Brunswick
Camille Thériault is deeply committed to his province. As a parliamentarian heading three departments and serving as New Brunswick’s 29th premier, he actively participated in the socio-economic growth of his community. He has demonstrated positive leadership, notably when he chaired the Transportation Safety Board of Canada during a turbulent period. Under his leadership, UNI Financial Cooperation established the first caisse populaire regulated by the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions. Many organizations, including the Université de Moncton and the New Brunswick Adoption Foundation, benefit from his expertise.