Supporting the next generation of entrepreneurs

The first Pierre Péladeau Bursaries, named in memory of our founder, a man known for his vision, determination and entrepreneurial drive who inspired generations of Quebecers, were handed out in 1999.

The five Pierre Péladeau Bursaries, worth $75,000, $50,000, $35,000, $25,000 and $15,000, are handed out to stimulate business startups in Québec. All Québec university students are eligible. The financial support helps young entrepreneurs start up a business, carry out their business plan, and develop their products and markets, regardless of their field of study or the nature of their venture.
 

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Recipients of the Pierre Péladeau bursaries

2023

First Prize – $75,000

  • Recipients 
    Félix Lapointe, Jonathan Audet and Étienne Boucher | Université Laval

  • Project
    Ferreol Technologies develops and commercializes innovative materials and technologies that are more efficient and eco-responsible for the manufacturing sector globally. The company’s first innovation is an aluminum alloy which, according to some key players in the mining sector, is currently the most resistant in the world.

 

Second Prize – $50,000

  • Recipients
    Kashif Khan and Karina Gasbarrino | Université McGill

  • Project
    Sonaro democratizes cerebrovascular accident (CVA) prevention and ultrasound scan accessibility, by making it easy to perform a high-quality examination in a fraction of the time and cost. The company has developed a 3D vessel reconstruction software, powered by artificial intelligence allowing high-precision diagnosis.

 

Third Prize  – $35,000

  • Recipients
    Aymeric Guy, Maxence Coulombe and Louis Marceau | Polytechnique Montréal

  • Project
    Technologies Modulate creates intelligent 3D-printed, ultra-customized corsets to make the treatment of children with scoliosis more accessible. Using an automated design and manufacturing approach, the company generates connected smart corsets that are more comfortable and clinically effective than the existing standard of treatment, and at the same cost.

 

Fourth Prize  – $25,000

  • Recipients
    Charles Gauthier and Raphaël Leblanc | École de technologie supérieure (ÉTS)

  • Project
    Géodar manufactures an intelligent sensor for excavators to prevent water and infrastructure damage during construction work. With this device, the company aims to reduce underground infrastructure breakages, make worksites much safer and preserve water resources by avoiding waste.

 

Fifth Prize  – $15,000

  • Recipients
    Félix-Antoine LeBel, Pascal Messier and Louis Pelletier | Université de Sherbrooke

  • Project
    SysNergie develops and manufactures integrated modular lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles. The developed batteries are high quality and easy to integrate into any type of vehicle, helping to accelerate electrification in Québec and globally.

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Members of the Pierre Péladeau Bursaries jury

  • Pierre Laurin
    Chairman of the jury, corporate director, former principal of HEC
  • Pelra Azondekon
    Director, Corporate Venture Capital, Quebecor
  • Jean B. Péladeau 
    Vice-President, Operational convergence, Quebecor
  • Chanel Damphousse 
    Partner, MacKinnon Bennett & Co. (MKB)
  • Sylvie Lalande
    Corporate director
  • Adam Lapointe
    CEO, Soccrent
  • Marc Leroux
    President, Priorat Capital inc.
  • Érik Péladeau
    President, Publication Alpha inc.

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