Our DNA

Economic Development Sept-Îles

Our Mission

To support decision-makers and developers in the design and implementation of projects that promote responsible economic development for the benefit of all citizens of Sept-Îles.

Our Vision

Economic Development Sept-Îles is a key player in addressing local challenges aimed at promoting and encouraging economic diversity. We contribute to establishing the conditions necessary for the prosperity of Sept-Îles.

Our Values

COLLABORATION

This is based on the exchange of ideas, knowledge, skills, and resources between development stakeholders in Sept-Îles. Among other things, it enables problem-solving, decision-making, and the realization of promising projects for the community.

INTEGRITY

This is based on a healthy and reliable work environment, where trust and team cohesion are the key to all our actions.

INCLUSION

This is based on healthy collaboration, respecting differences, with all local partners and the Innu community. We recognize them as key players in the economic development of Sept-Îles.

Our Team

Economic Development Sept-Îles provides you with a dynamic, competent, and attentive team.

Paul Lavoie, Adm.A., M.A.P.
Paul Lavoie, Adm.A., M.A.P.

General Manager

418 962-7677 ext. #101
Direct line: 581 826-0332
plavoie@deseptiles.com

Luc Gagnon
Luc Gagnon

Industrial Commissioner & Analyst

418 962-7677 ext. #104
Direct line: 581 826-0337
lgagnon@deseptiles.com

Elizabeth Fragoso
Elizabeth Fragoso

Strategic Development and Communications Coordinator

418 962-7677 ext. #102
Direct line: 581 826-0336
efragoso@deseptiles.com

Marthe Nadeau
Marthe Nadeau

Consultant | COMAX

418 962-7677 ext. #103
Direct line: 581 826-0334
mnadeau@deseptiles.com

Our Board of Directors

The Board of Directors of Economic Development Sept-Îles brings together 10 directors representing the various economic sectors of the region. Rooted in their community and attentive to both local and global realities, they guide our actions with vision and commitment.
Thanks to their leadership, our organization acts as an instigator and key partner in regional economic development.

Ms. Chantal Pitt

PRESIDENT

Sector: Education

Mr. Serge Parent

VICE-PRESIDENT

Sector: Services

Mr. Pascal Langlois

SECRETARY

Sector: Union

Mr. Hugo Fortin

Sector: Citizens

Mr. Christoph Boucar Diouf

Sector: CCSIUM

Mr. Charles-André Nadeau

Sector: Aluminum Industry

Mr. Patrice Tremblay

Sector: Iron Industry

Mr. Joël Chouinard

Sector: Port of Sept-Îles

Mr. Louis Gravel

Sector: Transport and Handling

Ms. Mélanie Abdel-Malak

Observer