Bonnie James – Local Journalism Initiative
LITCHFIELD – The Council of Mayors appointed Pierre Cadieux as the new Director of Economic Development at a special council sitting held March 13 at the MRC headquarters in Litchfield.
Cadieux took the mic to introduce himself and thanked the mayors for their vote of confidence. He explained that he started his career as an assistant to a member of parliament which gave him knowledge of and respect for the sphere of elected officials.
Cadieux said that he is a government relations expert with a background in industry associations facilitating partnerships between industry and government. He closed by saying that he looked forward to starting work the next morning.
Cadieux declined all interview requests from local media saying that he wanted to first meet with his team and familiarize himself with the MRC’s current economic development files and priorities before discussing them directly with journalists.
In a statement sent through the MRC’s communications department, Cadieux said that the job is: “a task I approach with seriousness and enthusiasm, as I recognize the great strategic responsibility it entails. I am fortunate to be able to count on a team of nine economic development commissioners and support staff who work hard every day to develop Pontiac’s economic potential and support local businesses in all spheres of economic activity…I come to the MRC with relevant experience and I’m ready to take on this exciting challenge with enthusiasm and energy. I join all those who are committed to the socio-economic success of the MRC Pontiac.”
Cadieux replaces Guillaume Boudreau, who left the position in December 2023.