Press Release
RVH Appoints New Chief of Staff
Boyden is pleased to share the appointment news of Dr. John Rissanen, a recruitment co-led by Pamela Colquhoun and Jim Stonehouse
Brigitte Bourque
Senior Associate, Leadership Consulting, Canada
Brigitte Bourque is a leadership expert with decades of experience as an executive coach and corporate executive. She works with clients to bring their leadership skills to a higher level and enhance their performance using proven methods adapted to their style and needs. The process incorporates leadership assessment, goal setting, and accountability measures to ensure meaningful progress.
Professional Focus
- 20 years’ experience as an executive coach and 10 years in leadership positions including HR executive and senior government roles
- Outstanding track record in 1:1 executive coaching, leadership development, and transition support
- Partners with executives, managers, and professionals in a wide array of expertise and sectors such as financial services, manufacturing, pharma, utilities, professional services, mining
- Corporate governance expert with board experience including board chair and governance committee member roles
Business Expertise
- Partner, Executive Coach and Transition Coach at Pauzé Coaching, part of Groupe Pauzé
- Chair of the Board of Directors, D-BOX Technologies Inc., a public company
- Chair of the Governance Committee, D-BOX Technologies Inc.
- Vice President, Human Resources at Téléglobe, an international telecom company; promoted from Director, Institutional Affairs
- Assistant Deputy Minister in the Ministry of Communications, Government of Québec
- Chief of Staff of the Minister of the Environment, Government of Québec
- Political Advisor to the National Assembly of Québec
- Marketing Consultant at Touche Ross
Additional Expertise
- Technology
- Telecommunications
- Government
Education & Certifications
- MBA from Université Laval
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration from Université Laval
- Diploma in Human Resources, Richard Ivey School of Management
- Professional Certified Coach (PCC), International Coaching Federation
- Corporate Coach U Graduate (CCUG)
Affiliations & Awards
- Expert Advisor, EVOL, a non-profit financing diversified and inclusive businesses (since 2019)
- Board Member, Executives Available Inc., a private non-profit (2017-2023)
- Advisory Committee Member, Terragon Environmental Technologies (2019)
- Vice Chair, Quebec Breast Cancer Foundation Board of Directors (2003 to 2005); Board Member (2001-2008)
- Governor, Young Chamber of Commerce of Québec, (1998-2000); Hector St-Louis Award recipient (2000)
- Member, Council of HR Executives, Conference Board of Canada (1996-2000)
- Board Member, Télé Québec (1991-1993)
- Representative for the Government of Québec, TV5 (1990-1994)
Case Studies
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Power in Growth: Boyden's Strategic COO Recruitment for a Leading Agro-Industry Giant
In the competitive realm of global agribusiness, our client required a transformative COO to enhance operational efficiency and spearhead growth. Here, we share how Boyden identified and secured the ideal candidate, driving innovation and sustainability in a rapidly evolving industry.
Building Leadership Capacity for a High-Growth Defense Services Company
Boyden partners with a second-generation, family-owned defense services company to appoint a Vice President of Human Resources, strengthening leadership infrastructure and supporting the organization's growth toward $200 million in revenue.
Interim Leadership Team Restores Growth and Delivers Successful Exit for Private Equity Firm
An interim CEO appointed by Boyden delivered a comprehensive transformation programme that strengthened operations, enhanced customer experience and positioned a technology business for a successful PE-backed exit.
Thought Leadership
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Articles & Papers
How to Lead Healthcare Transformation Without Disrupting Care Delivery
Healthcare transformation demands more than change. It requires leaders who can sequence change, protect patient care, and align boards.
Articles & Papers
In Search of the Elusive Bilingual Executives: Beyond a hope, a prayer, and a dream
Featuring Marie-Hélène Gaudreault, Leader in Boyden’s Social Impact Practice
Articles & Papers
A First External CEO Leads a First Generational Succession
A family enterprise approaching its first generational transition found leadership fragmented across sibling-led divisions. Growth was possible, but cohesion was not guaranteed. By introducing independent executive leadership, the family gained clarity, strengthened governance, and set a foundation for long-term continuity. Here’s how unified leadership replaced complexity.
Articles & Papers
Part 3: In Search of the Elusive Bilingual Executives: Beyond a hope, a prayer, and a dream
Featuring Marie-Hélène Gaudreault, Leader in Boyden’s Social Impact Practice
Media
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Inside CEO Leadership with Boyden’s Roger T. Duguay | Founder Wisdom Podcast
Podcast
Board Journey 360 Fireside Series featuring President & CEO of IRICoR, Nadine Beauger
Video
Breakfast with Boyden: Positive Leadership, Innovation, and Organizational Transformation with Shawn Quinn
Podcast
Autokrise, Tech-Rückstand, Führungsfrage: Jutta Menzenbach im Gespräch
Podcast
News & Events
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In the Media
Canadian Recruitment Trends and Use of AI
Forbes named Boyden Canada the No. 5 executive recruiting firm in its 2026 rankings. Regional Managing Partner Brent Cameron highlighted the importance of human judgment, trust, and relationships in executive search, despite the growing use of AI.
Press Release
Calgary Co-op Proudly Announces New CEO
Boyden is pleased to share the appointment news of Andrew Clarke, a recruitment co-led by Catherine Van Alstine, Ron Burkholder, Nicole Bendaly, Glenn Eberth and Mackenzie Jones
Contact Brigitte Bourque today and let's get started