The industrial commissioner of Val-d’Or, Jean-Yves Poitras, died on Sunday following a long illness, announced the Val-d’Or Industrial Development Corporation (CDIVD).
Jean-Yves Poitras, emblematic figure of the economic development of Val-d’Or
received the insignia of the Order of Val-d’Or last September.
He worked for 22 years within the Val-d’Or Industrial Development Corporation.
He notably promoted the creation of the Mining Transit Center, Technobois, the Housing Corporation and the Novinor innovation zone project.
Jean-Yves was not only an outstanding leader, but also an invaluable colleague and friend. His dedication to the community was second to none and his legacy will live on in the history of our organization and our city
writes the president of the CDIVDChristian Tinor-Roy, on the organization’s Facebook page.
The deceased was also involved with the Canadian Multiple Sclerosis Society of Abitibi-Témiscamingue and the Integrated Health and Social Services Center (CISSS-AT), particularly on the fixed assets committee.
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Jean-Yves Poitras surrounded by Ginette Vézina and Céline Brindamour, mayor of Val-d’Or during the presentation of the insignia of the Order of Val-d’Or in September 2024. (Archive photo)
Photo : - / Marc-André Landry
A loss that also saddens the municipal council and the administration of the City of Val-d’Or. As industrial commissioner, Jean-Yves Poitras was an invaluable ally for the City of Val-d’Or
writes Mayor Céline Brindamour on the Val-d’Or Facebook page.
His achievements were important levers in highlighting Val-d’Or on the regional, national and international levels. The impact of his work will be lasting and will benefit our community for years and generations to come.
adds the mayor.
