Quebecor celebrates 20th anniversary of Pierre Péladeau Bursaries
Quebecor celebrates 20th anniversary of Pierre Péladeau Bursaries |
[22-October-2018] |
$1.9 million for student entrepreneurs since 1999 MONTRÉAL, Oct. 22, 2018 /CNW Telbec/ - More than 260 guests from the business community gathered tonight to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Pierre Péladeau Bursaries, one of the ways in which Quebecor supports the next generation of Québec entrepreneurs. The event was emceed by Isabelle Maréchal and Pierre Lavoie, both entrepreneurs. In attendance were Pierre Karl Péladeau, President and CEO of Quebecor, the Right Honourable Brian Mulroney, Chairman of the Board of Quebecor, and Pierre Laurin, chairman of the Pierre Péladeau Bursaries jury. The four 2018 bursaries, with a total value of $200,000, were also awarded at the event. "The Pierre Péladeau Bursaries were named in honour of my father, Quebecor's founder and a visionary builder with unshakeable determination who inspired generations of Québec entrepreneurs," said Pierre Karl Péladeau, President and CEO of Quebecor. "For 20 years, we have proudly continued his work by supporting the next generation of Québec entrepreneurs through the Bursaries, among other things. By backing start-ups, we not only support young businesspeople but also make a concrete contribution to Québec's economic growth." 20 years of ideas, talent and daring More support for young entrepreneurs! 2018 Pierre Péladeau Bursary recipients: Focus on alternative energy and the environment C-Sar Energy – $100,000 bursary ChrysaLabs – $50,000 bursary Tero – $35,000 bursary Glacies Technologies – $15 000 bursary Quebecor thanks the members of the 2018 Pierre Péladeau Bursaries jury for their invaluable work.
About Quebecor Quebecor (TSX: QBR.A, QBR.B) is headquartered in Québec and employs more than 10,000 people in Canada. A family business founded in 1950, Quebecor is strongly committed to the community. Every year, it actively supports more than 400 organizations working in the vital fields of culture, health, education, the environment and entrepreneurship. Visit our website: www.quebecor.com
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