Board of Directors
Gathering valuable expertise on the Board of Directors
Board members play a central role in setting the organization’s direction. They are elected at the Annual General Meeting for two-year terms. Through the diversity of their origins, their voluntary work ensures the legitimacy of the organization.
In addition to their role as directors of the organization, the elected members of the Board of Directors assume their role as representatives on the watershed organization (OBV) consultation table, recognized by the Act to affirm the collective nature of water resources and strengthen their protection (R.S.Q., c.C-6.2).
Executive Committee
Chairman
Administrator, President and Citizen Representative
I’ve been a member of the OBV SCABRIC since 2004, as a citizen living on the Châteauguay River. I was then mandated from 2007 to 2013 as a representative of the Roussillon MRC, and was an advisor to the city of Mercier for 8 years. I have been president of the organization since September 7, 2016. I have a Bachelor of Business Administration (BAA) in Marketing Finance.
As a resident of the Châteauguay River, the quality of the river is of great concern to me. I see it live, I see it suffer, I see it swell on rainy days and run out of water at times, it’s our jewel. We must protect this heritage for future generations. Just love it!
Vice-chairman
Administrator, Vice-President and Citizen Representative
Mr. Richard Motard, a graduate of École Polytechnique de Montréal, worked for the City of Saint-Laurent’s Fire Prevention Department for 32 years, including 15 years as Chief of Operations. He was a Châteauguay city councillor from 2005 to 2009. Over the years, Mr. Motard has sat on a number of boards of directors, joining the OBV SCABRIC in November 2005, where he continues to sit as vice-chairman, representing citizens.
His interest in the environment, and more specifically in water quality in his region, led him to join the OBV SCABRIC Board of Directors.
Secretary
Administrator, Secretary and Citizen Representative
I’m the owner of a fifth-generation family farm and a dedicated intendant to the sensible use of land and water, combined with a vision focused on a sustainable future for the region.
I joined the OBV SCABRIC Board of Directors in June 2023. Open-minded, knowledgeable and dedicated to giving freely, I will play an active role in the organization.
“The future belongs to those who prepare for it today.” – Malcolm X
Treasurer
Administrator, Treasurer and Citizen Representative
Ronald Critchley has been a municipal councillor for the Town of Huntingdon since the late 1990s. He was then delegated by the mayor to represent him at a meeting of the SCABRIC OBV board of directors. His interest in protecting the health of the Châteauguay River motivated him to continue his involvement on the organization’s Board of Directors to this day. Mr. Critchley, now retired, still sits on the board today as director, treasurer and education representative.
Municipal Representatives (MRC) – 4 positions
Administrator and Representative of the Haut-Saint-Laurent Regional County Municipality (MRC)
Coming soon!
Administrator and Representative of the Jardins-de-Napierville Regional County Municipality (MRC)
Coming soon!
Administrator and Representative of the Roussillon Regional County Municipality (MRC)
Coming soon!
Administrator and Representative of the Beauharnois-Salaberry County Municipality (MRC)
Coming soon!
Agricultural representatives (UPA) – 4 positions
Administrator and Representative of Syndicat de base de l'UPA du Haut-Saint-Laurent
For many years, Alain Primeau, a dairy and large-scale crop farmer, has always been interested in protecting water, because it’s essential to agriculture. It’s important to take action to protect it for ourselves and future generations. That’s why I’m a member of the OBV SCABRIC.
Administrator and Representative of Syndicat de base de l'UPA des Jardins-de-Napierville
Mr. Christian Giroux has been a dairy and field crop producer for three generations in Sherrington. Representing milk producers in the Montérégie Ouest region for nearly 20 years, he is also the milk representative for the UPA des Jardins-de-Napierville. When the time came to represent the UPA des Jardins-de-Napierville on the OBV SCABRIC, Mr. Giroux volunteered because water quality is important to him as a farmer and as a citizen.
Administrator and Representative of Syndicat de base de l'UPA de Roussillon
Jean-Yves Cécyre, born and raised in the Châteauguay River valley, is deeply committed to water conservation. As an agricultural producer, he recognizes the crucial role of his sector in this mission, while emphasizing the importance of individual action.
His active collaboration with the OBV SCABRIC testifies to his concrete commitment to the protection of this vital resource. His lifelong proximity to the Châteauguay River reinforces his attachment to its preservation, making him a fervent defender of its health.
Jean-Yves embodies the spirit of environmental responsibility, affirming that everyone can contribute to this essential cause for future generations.
Administrator and Representative of Syndicat de base de l'UPA de Beauharnois-Salaberry
Coming soon!
Industry Representatives – 2 vacant positions
Vacancies
Sociocultural Representative – 1 position
Administrator and Sociocultural Representative
Chantal Gosselin was a school daycare educator for 17 years and a lunchtime supervisor for 4 years.
Chantal Gosselin has been involved as a volunteer for many years, whether in schools, with the association Les Amis riverains de la rivière Châteauguay (ARRC) or within her community.
Ms. Gosselin has been a member of the OBV SCABRIC since 2018, and has since sat on the Board of Directors as a socio-cultural representative.
Environmental representatives – 2 positions
Administrator and Representative of the Comité de la zone d'intervention prioritaire (ZIP) du Haut-Saint-Laurent
Erin O’Hare has a passion for nature and grew up near the St. Lawrence River. Since 2011, she has been Executive Director of the Haut Saint-Laurent ZIP Committee, after joining the ZIP network in 2009. With a bachelor’s degree in geography from Concordia University and a graduate diploma in project management from the Université de Trois-Rivières, she has nearly fifteen years’ experience working on major environmental projects.
As a director and representative of various groups and organizations, she is actively involved in environmental preservation and sustainable development.
Administrator and Representative of Comité de réhabilitation de la rivière Châteauguay (CRRC)
Coming soon!
Health Representatives – 1 position
Santé – Vacant
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Vacancy
Education Representative –1 position
Administrator, Treasurer and Education Representative - McGill University
Ronald Critchley has been a municipal councillor for the Town of Huntingdon since the late 1990s. He was then delegated by the mayor to represent him at a meeting of the SCABRIC OBV board of directors. His interest in protecting the health of the Châteauguay River motivated him to continue his involvement on the organization’s Board of Directors to this day. Mr. Critchley, now retired, still sits on the board today as director, treasurer and education representative.
Citizens – 3 positions
Administrator, Vice-President and Citizen Representative
Mr. Richard Motard, a graduate of École Polytechnique de Montréal, worked for the City of Saint-Laurent’s Fire Prevention Department for 32 years, including 15 years as Chief of Operations. He was a Châteauguay city councillor from 2005 to 2009. Over the years, Mr. Motard has sat on a number of boards of directors, joining the OBV SCABRIC in November 2005, where he continues to sit as vice-chairman, representing citizens.
His interest in the environment, and more specifically in water quality in his region, led him to join the OBV SCABRIC Board of Directors.
Administrator, Secretary and Citizen Representative
I’m the owner of a fifth-generation family farm and a dedicated intendant to the sensible use of land and water, combined with a vision focused on a sustainable future for the region.
I joined the OBV SCABRIC Board of Directors in June 2023. Open-minded, knowledgeable and dedicated to giving freely, I will play an active role in the organization.
“The future belongs to those who prepare for it today.” – Malcolm X
Administrator, President and Citizen Representative
I’ve been a member of the OBV SCABRIC since 2004, as a citizen living on the Châteauguay River. I was then mandated from 2007 to 2013 as a representative of the Roussillon MRC, and was an advisor to the city of Mercier for 8 years. I have been president of the organization since September 7, 2016. I have a Bachelor of Business Administration (BAA) in Marketing Finance.
As a resident of the Châteauguay River, the quality of the river is of great concern to me. I see it live, I see it suffer, I see it swell on rainy days and run out of water at times, it’s our jewel. We must protect this heritage for future generations. Just love it!
Co-opted – 2 positions (1 vacant)
Coming soon!
Indigenous – 2 positions
Autochtones – Vacant 1
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Autochtones – Vacant 2
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Vacancies
Ministries - resources for the Board of Directors and the Concertation Table
