Our team

President and Chief Executive Officer

Alain Champagne joined the Groupe Maurice management team in October 2022. He succeeds Luc Maurice, the president and founder of the company since 1998. Alain has an indubitable desire to manage the organization’s future objectives, while maintaining its spirit and values; combining growth and compassion in one of the most consequential sectors in today’s society. His vision of the role that businesses must play in the world and his in-depth knowledge of the entrepreneurial realities in Quebec, will allow Groupe Maurice to astutely address the major socio-demographic issues and thus promote better ageing. Before being named President and CEO, Alain adeptly chaired the Jean Coutu Group for three years. He also served as President of McKesson Canada and held various management positions with Pepsi Co Canada as well as Procter & Gamble. In addition, Alain strongly believes in the power of collaboration, mutual aid and active participation within the community – principals equally intrinsic to Le Groupe Maurice. This is what led him to work with numerous organizations and foundations, including the CHUM, Parkinson Quebec and, most recently, the Quebec Lyme Disease Association. Besides being recognized as an inspiring leader possessing both compassion and charisma, Alain’s innate qualities as a communicator and organizer make him an outstandingly competent individual to govern an organization as significant as Le Groupe Maurice. 

Vice President - Finances

Before her swift ascent at Le Groupe Maurice, Julie worked as finance director for TC Média, all while serving as the chair of the board of directors for the Space for Life Foundation and Déclic Action—commitments she upholds to this day. As soon as she started her role at Le Groupe Maurice, she captured everyone’s hearts with her sense of humour and her in-depth understanding of the industry. Within six years, she was appointed assistant vice-president and then vice-president of finance. In addition to her expertise, Julie’s curiosity and emotional intelligence make her a remarkable asset for the management team. She is valued as a team player who understands the importance of consulting with every stakeholder in order to make informed decisions. Julie’s mission is to mobilize all the departments to achieve the company’s financial goals and ensure its bright future.

Chief, Real Estate Development and Investment Officer

A professional in expanding international brands throughout North America, Francis has held several senior management positions in the RPA field since 2007. Joining the Groupe Maurice family in 2020, his ongoing mission is to ensure the organized development of the company within Quebec and beyond its borders. A talented mobilizer and promoter, Francis possesses the business acumen and lateral thinking abilities requisite for Le Groupe Maurice to bring its retirement residence expertise to more and more people. Although he “came home” by returning to Quebec, he’s ultimately the one who moved Le Groupe “out of its home”! 

Vice President – Strategy, Innovation and Marketing

Rita is a born communicator. As a creative, passionate and visionary marketer, she is one of the prime architects of the values and identity of Le Groupe Maurice. Indeed, having joined the company ranks in 2005, she instituted the corporate brand of what was to become one of the largest real estate companies for retirees in Quebec. Rita’s mission is to increase the awareness of Le Groupe Maurice across the country as an influencer and ambassador of the RPA (Private Seniors’ Residences) industry. It is especially due to her innate sense of innovation, that the company has become the industry leader in Quebec and is increasingly recognized and respected for its true merit.

Vice President - Human Ressources

With extensive professional experience, Denis has led several multidisciplinary human resources teams within large companies and served as an advisor to successful organizations. Joining Le Groupe Maurice in 2024 and fully dedicated to the employee experience, he aims to enable each team member to play an active role in their professional development. This compassionate leader values seeing colleagues who are engaged and fulfilled, and he intends to accomplish this objective by prioritizing autonomy and trust!

Vice President - Operations

Before joining the team, Chantal was well aware of the reputation of Le Groupe Maurice. Having worked several years in the real estate industry, then in the RPA sector, she decided to extend her talents to the cause of seniors, whom she deeply respects. She thus joined Le Groupe Maurice in 2012 and began her meteoric rise. Her compassion, collaboration, discipline and market expertise quickly earned Chantal a special place in the hearts of her immediate team, right through to the management committee. Her mission is to do whatever it takes to uphold the company’s unparalleled reputation via its customers’ in-residence experience. This means nothing less than ensuring that Le Groupe Maurice maintains the sacred promise it’s been making to seniors since its inception.

Vice President - Legal Affairs and Corporate Secretary

Isabelle can credibly boast of being a formidable defender of the RPA industry and a seasoned ambassador for Le Groupe Maurice since 2015. Spurred by issues related to better ageing, she’s been involved with several associations in the field, including as President of the Board of the RQRA. Isabelle has always wanted to “do her part” to promote the importance of seniors’ residences and causes of the elderly in society. Energetic, altruistic and dedicated, her mission is to ensure that, from a governance perspective, the company remains solid enough to face its rapid growth while remaining an exemplary corporate citizen. Isabelle is the guardian of the Group’s best practices and an undeniable ally for the healthy growth of the RPA sector in Quebec.

Vice President - Information Technology

Claude has been with Le Groupe Maurice since 2017. Prior to that, he led teams in several companies within the sector, such as Chartwell and Allegro. His instincts and insights are what make the difference when it comes to responding to the technological needs of a constantly changing clientele. Claude’s mission at Le Groupe Maurice is to ensure that the company maintains its agility, innovation and response during its rapid growth. To do so requires that he effectively meets, and exceeds, a clientele and employees who are increasingly technologically demanding. This friendly, dedicated and enthusiastic man with exceptional interpersonal skills, is the oracle of the company’s security at any and all levels.