Réal Laporte
ÉTS Ambassador Emeritus
Senior Strategic Advisor, self-employed | Retiree, Hydro-Québec
A hard-working visionary, Réal Laporte has left his mark on the Québec landscape through his leadership in engineering and management. After an exemplary career at Hydro-Québec, where he contributed to major infrastructure and innovation projects, he leaves a lasting legacy in the energy sector. His expertise and commitment to sustainable development and technical excellence are an inspiration to the next generation. Now retired, he remains a leading player and continues to use his knowledge to serve the community. As a board member for various entities, Réal supports business leaders and is actively involved in organizations that focus on energy, infrastructure, sustainable development, and research and development.
Education at ÉTS
- Bachelor’s in Civil Construction Technology (1984)
Areas of expertise
- Sustainable development
- Development and execution of infrastructure projects
- Renewable energy
- Management (business, innovation and infrastructure projects)
- Research and development
Awards and distinctions
- 2021: Professional Excellence Grand Prize, Ordre des Ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ)
- 2018: Université du Québec 50th Anniversary Medal | Outstanding contribution to an alma mater through action and commitment
- 2018: Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Engineering (CAE)
- 2007: ÉTS Ambassador Emeritus Award
Governance
- Board member, Société du Plan Nord
- Member of McGill University Board of Governors committees
- Board member, Aéroports de Montréal (ADM), Chair of the Infrastructure Committee and member of the Development and Innovation Committee