Order of Merit

On Saturday, I was honoured by the Association of French-Speaking Jurists of Ontario (AJEFO) with an Order of Merit award. To receive such a prestigious distinction from my peers is truly an honour that will remain with me for years to come. I am sincerely grateful to the board members of l’AJEFO for their consideration.

In my acceptance speech, I indicated that this award was received on behalf of my colleagues, past and present. I also added that if, from time to time, I was able to accomplish something worthwhile, it is indeed because I am surrounded by people who are dynamic, passionate and efficient. So, once again, thank you to my colleagues!

The other recipient of the Order of Merit is lawyer Sonia Ouellet who was a director general of l’AJEFO for over seven year. Sonia is truly and totally deserving of this award. As I mentioned in my speech, I have known the AJEFO before and after Sonia’s tenure… and I must say — without making comparisons —,  that the organization that she left us with is one that is energized, vibrant, innovative and definitely focussed on the needs of the Franco-Ontarian community as a whole. Congratulations to Sonia!