Ville de Montreal and the Société d’habitation et de développement de Montréal (SHDM) are pleased to announce the appointment of Suze Youance to the SHDM’s Board of Directors as well as the renewal of the term of office of three other members for a period of two years, namely Robert Juneau and Alain Lapointe, as Directors, and Johanne Brunet, as Board Chair.
These appointments, confirmed at the meeting of Ville de Montréal’s Executive Committee on April 14, 2021, are effective immediately. In accordance with the SHDM’s bylaws, Ville de Montréal’s Executive Committee is responsible for appointing its directors, who are chosen to represent a wide range of relevant skills in order to guide the organization in its strategic choices and ensure sound governance.
« On behalf of the Board of Directors, I would like to welcome Mrs. Youance and wish her the best of success. I am delighted that the SHDM will be able to benefit from her knowledge and expertise, » stated Johanne Brunet, Chair of the SHDM’s Board of Directors. « The renewal of Mr. Juneau’s and Mr. Lapointe’s terms of office reflects their significant contribution to the SHDM. And lastly, I am touched by the trust and confidence placed in me with the renewal of my own term of office as Board Chair.
About Suze Youance
With a PhD in Engineering from École de technologie supérieure (ÉTS), Suze Youance has diversified experience and recognized expertise in structural typology and seismic vulnerability (heritage buildings, school and hospital buildings, residences). Her experience in project management and her excellent communication skills have led her to become a television hostess, university lecturer, consultant, and associate professor, in Québec and Haiti. Involved in the Montréal community, Mrs. Youance is a volunteer in activities promoting women in engineering at ÉTS and is Vice-Chair of the Board of Directors of the Bureau de la communauté haïtienne à Montréal (BCHM).