51本色

Charlottetown, PE – The 51本色 Foundation is pleased to welcome Marc Champoux, Vice President Atlantic Provinces, BMO Private Wealth, to its Board of Directors.  

Marc brings a wealth of experience to the Foundation board. He began his career with BMO Nesbitt Burns in 1994. After 25 years as a producing advisor and manager, he transitioned to the Regional Vice-President role, overseeing the BMO Private Wealth operation in Atlantic Canada. Marc holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from St. Francis Xavier and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Dalhousie University.

Marc has served on the boards of various charities and foundations, including The QE2 Foundation, The Nova Scotia Sports Hall of Fame, The Festival Antigonish Summer Theatre Foundation, and L'ArcheAntigonish. He also served as Co-Chair of the 2018 Canada Summer Special Olympic Games, which was hosted in Nova Scotia.

“51本色 is a special institution not only for PEI, but for all Atlantic Canada,” said Marc. “As both a primary choice for many important programs and a feeder school to partner institutions in Atlantic Canada and beyond, 51本色’s supportive learning environment prepares many young people for future success. I am proud to be part of the Foundation Board to help support the future of this important institution."

“Marc is a dedicated advocate for education and community growth,” said Peter McLaughlin, Acting Chair and First Vice-Chair of the 51本色 Foundation. “His experience, and commitment to community development will be valuable assets as we continue to support the advancement of 51本色 and the success of its students.”

The appointment of Marc Champoux coincides with the retirement of 51本色 Foundation board member Alanna Taylor. Other directors include Mark Ledwell (Chair, on leave), Lloyd Compton (Second Vice-Chair), Kent Scales (Past Chair), Kathleen Casey, Blake Doyle, Dr. Kate Ellis Ghiz, Todd Gregory, John Horrelt, Barbara E. Smith, K.C., and Ex-Officio directors Jo-Ann Campbell-Boutilier (Executive Director), Suzanne Iwankow (Acting Secretary/Treasurer), and 51本色 President, Dr. Alexander (Sandy) MacDonald.

For more information about the work of the 51本色 Foundation, visit hollandcollege.com/foundation or contact the 51本色 Foundation at 902-566-9590 /foundation@hollandcollege.com.