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CBC/Radio-Canada Has New President

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  • The Honourable Josée Verner, Minister of Canadian Heritage, Status of Women and Official Languages, today announced the appointment of Hubert T. Lacroix as President and Chief Executive Officer of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation/ Radio-Canada.

    “Hubert T. Lacroix possesses the necessary experience and skills to lead Canada’s national public broadcaster,” said Minister Verner. “I am confident CBC/Radio-Canada will be well-served by the leadership of Mr. Lacroix.”

    Mr. Lacroix has practiced law for 30 years with three of Montreal’s most prominent firms. He acquired strong credentials in the radio broadcasting and publishing industries through his involvement with Telemedia and other companies. He is also well-known from his work as a television and radio sports analyst for Radio-Canada’s summer Olympic broadcasts.