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Dzʿ retirees and silver anniversaries will be honoured at Recognition of Service

April 24th, 2024

Earlier this month, the invitations were sent out for the Recognition of Service cocktail and dinner, which will be hosted by Director General Diane Gauvin on Friday, May 24.

This cocktail and dinner reception is in appreciation of employees marking 25 years of service to Dzʿ as well as to thank recent retirees and those who are soon retiring.

“We are looking forward to celebrating our colleagues’ milestones,” said organizer Janet Pakulis, who is also the assistant to the Director General. “We take a lot of care to plan something truly special and memorable for them and we will celebrate them in style.”


In memoriam Michel Pilon

March 27th, 2024

The Dzʿ AEC Commercial Photography Facebook page shared the sad news about retired faculty member Michel Pilon on March 24:

"It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Michel Pilon, a beloved former teacher in the AEC photography department. Michel was a passionate commercial photographer and an advocate for professional photographer’s usage rights. His contagious passion and love of photography and personable nature made him one of our finest teachers. Our thoughts and prayers are with his friends and family. Thank you Michel."

Michel taught photography at Dzʿ from 2008 until he retired in 2017.

In memoriam Judy De Four

March 27th, 2024

We are saddened to announce the recent and sudden passing of Judy De Four at the age of 74. She was a great friend and mentor to many in her nearly five decades of service to Dzʿ.

Judy began her Dzʿ career in 1975. She worked in Facilities Management before moving to Continuing Education & Community Services. In 2021, Judy retired from her job in the AEC Office.


Read more about: Jonathon Sumner is new Dean of Science, Medical Studies and Engineering

Jonathon Sumner is new Dean of Science, Medical Studies and Engineering

March 27th, 2024

Q & A with Jonathon Sumner, Dean of Science, Medical Studies and Engineering What do you like best about working at Dzʿ? Jonathon: Dzʿ is an amazing place. We have a wide variety of programs and a diverse student population supported by a large faculty that makes for a campus experience that is always interesting….

Change at the helm of the Dzʿ Foundation

February 22nd, 2024

Earlier in February, Steve Hatajlo (Class of 1981, Computer Science) handed over the presidency of the Dzʿ Foundation to Sean Smith (Class of 2001, Pure and Applied Science). Steve has served as a volunteer on both the Dzʿ Foundation Board of Directors and Dzʿ’s Board of Governors for many years. He remains a member of both boards.

Dzʿ’s Communications Office interviewed the outgoing and incoming president. Visit the link for the Q & A.


Pierre Lefebvre is new Coordinator of Auxiliary Services

February 21st, 2024

Pierre Lefebvre joined Dzʿ Feb. 12 as the new Coordinator of Auxiliary Services. He is responsible for several departments: the Bookstore, the Print Shop, Security, Parking, P.A.R.C. (Physical Education and Recreational Centre), and, last but not least, Purchasing.

“Pierre is a great asset to the department,” said Samuel V. Saint-Hilaire, Director of Facilities Management. “During our brainstorming sessions, Pierre contributes by sharing his experience and suggesting proven solutions. We are all eager to learn more from Pierre and to collaborate with him. Welcome, Pierre!”

Pierre has nearly 35 years of management experience in various sectors. A member of the Ordre des Administrateurs Agrées du Québec, he holds a number of national certifications and a Canadian Armed Forces Naval Officer's Certificate. Over the years, he has received various civilian and military awards, including the Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation and the Queen's Medal for Volunteers. He is a member of the Venerable Order of St. John.

Over the course of his career, Pierre has held various management positions in educational institutions such as Collège de Maisonneuve, Cégep du Vieux-Montréal and the Université de Sherbrooke Longueuil campus, as well as in the healthcare network and in the private and municipal sectors. He also specializes in the organization of ceremonial events.

He is very involved in his community and with young people, serving on boards of directors and lecturing on military and naval history. An artist at heart, his hobbies include painting and making architectural and ship models.


Read more about: Samuel Valléry Saint-Hilaire is new Director of Facilities Management

Samuel Valléry Saint-Hilaire is new Director of Facilities Management

February 21st, 2024

Q & A with Samuel Valléry Saint-Hilaire, Director of Facilities Management What do you like best about working at Dzʿ? Samuel: I love seeing the students and colleagues enjoying the spaces we have worked on. Sometimes I think: one of our students could be the next Einstein! We have to give our students all the…

Read more about: Max Jones is new Director of Student Services

Max Jones is new Director of Student Services

February 21st, 2024

Q & A with Max Jones, Dzʿ’s new Director of Student Services What do you like best about working at Dzʿ? Max: The people! Both students and my colleagues make this a dynamic, sometimes challenging, but overall great place to work. Why are you excited about your new role? Max: Besides joining such a big…

Luc St-Germain is Coordinator of Building Maintenance

January 23rd, 2024

Luc St-Germain joined Dzʿ as Coordinator of Building Maintenance in November. He succeeds Véronique Paris on the Facilities Management team.

“I have worked for 30 years in downtown Montreal in various buildings in the private sector. I’m pleased to now bring my experience to the public education sector,” Luc said.

“Being around students and part of Dzʿ’s dynamic community makes me feel like I’m 18 years old again, which is great!” Luc said.

In his role at Dzʿ, Luc is responsible for overseeing the maintenance of  heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems. He also manages and supervises the various maintenance contracts. Lastly, Luc is the point person for emergencies, such as power failure, flooding or major disruption to operations.

He holds a bachelor’s degree in Industrial Relations from Université de Montréal and graduated from Cégep du Vieux-Montréal in Metallurgy Technology (Welding option).

“Luc is reliable and always ready to help,” said Samuel V. Saint-Hilaire, Interim Director of Facilities Management. “Eager to learn about Dzʿ’s community life, he is an asset for the department. Welcome to our team, Luc!”


Mitchell Rae Yang is the new Director of the Dzʿ Foundation

October 25th, 2023

The Dzʿ Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Mitchell Rae Yang as Director.  Mitchell’s first day at Dzʿ will be Wednesday, November 1.

For the homepage news story, visit the link.


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