ÉTS Ambassadors
Recognizing the invaluable contributions of inspiring individuals
There’s no shortage of graduates and outstanding personalities with exceptional achievements and a strong commitment to ÉTS. Every two years, we celebrate the contributions some of them have made to ÉTS’s reputation by presenting them with an award and granting them the title of ÉTS Ambassador.
Being an ÉTS Ambassador is about being a positive role model, guiding your colleagues, and inspiring the community. It also means demonstrating, through your career path, actions, and vision of the profession, that the practice of engineering comes not only with technical know-how, but also with a set of values, leadership, and a responsibility to society.
2024 award recipients
The recipients of the ÉTS 2024 Ambassador Awards stand out for their remarkable personalities, strong convictions, and unique approaches to life and the profession. Their names were announced on October 24, 2024, at the 7th ÉTS Ambassador Gala.
Gilles Rousseau
ÉTS Honorary Ambassador
ÉTS retiree
A true visionary, Gilles Rousseau orchestrated the development of the ÉTS campus in Griffintown. He is a man of action who left an indelible mark on ÉTS by overseeing the construction and rapid expansion of the facility.
Renaud Lavoie
ÉTS Ambassador Emeritus
Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering (2000)
Renaud Lavoie is a serial entrepreneur and co-founder of Obeo Biogas, exemplifying the excellence and innovation that ÉTS is known for. His track record at various emerging companies illustrates his commitment to transforming the sectors he’s involved in. He holds two patents at Obeo for optimizing renewable energy production and actively contributes to the advancement of the sector. An inspiring role model for future engineers, Renaud is living proof that an ÉTS degree can lead to noteworthy industrial and environmental advances.
Olivier Tremblay
ÉTS Research and Innovation Ambassador
Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering (2004), Master’s in Electrical Engineering (2006), and Ph.D. in Engineering (2021)
Olivier Tremblay is a researcher at Institut de recherche d’Hydro-Québec, recognized internationally for his major contributions to the technological development of real-time power simulation systems (power hardware-in-the-loop). He is an innovator and problem solver who is known for his openness to new ideas.
Jérémy Samson-Boucher
ÉTS Entrepreneur Ambassador
Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering (2019)
Jérémy Samson-Boucher, president and CEO of vadiMAP, plays a key role in the decarbonization of the housing stock through artificial intelligence. He is dedicated to tackling the climate crisis and uses his entrepreneurial mindset to drive the ecological transition.
Alexandre-Stéphane Boucher
ÉTS Leadership Ambassador
Bachelor’s in Construction Engineering (2012)
Alexandre-Stéphane Boucher is the enthusiastic and passionate head of JCB Construction Canada, one of the largest construction companies in Québec. With his positive and compassionate leadership, he brings people together through his innovative vision of collaboration and solutions, which has enabled his company to become a true driving force for change in the construction industry.
Audrey Le Bourlout
ÉTS Next Generation Ambassador
Master’s in Health Technology Engineering (graduating student)
Audrey is a shining example of determination, embodying conviction and demonstrating the importance of believing in your dreams. She is an international graduate and former captain of the ÉTS women’s badminton team and treasurer of the OPTICA science club and inspires her peers through her proactive approach, sharing her knowledge and promoting innovation in science.
Raphaël Leblanc
ÉTS Next Generation Ambassador
Bachelor’s in Construction Engineering (2021)
Raphaël Leblanc is known for his community involvement and leadership. A past president of the Tributerre Club and vice president of Fondation À deux pas de la réussite, he is currently working on soil characterization and decontamination at Eurêka Environnement.
Over the years, 36 exceptional individuals have received the honorary title of ÉTS Ambassador in the following categories:
- Technologie de la construction civile (1980)