HOLLAND COLLEGE
Holland College Foundation welcomes Marc Champoux to the Board of Directors

The Holland College Foundation is pleased to welcome Marc Champoux, Vice President Atlantic Provinces, BMO Private Wealth, to its Board of Directors.  

Holland College Foundation welcomes Marc Champoux, Vice President Atlantic Provinces, BMO Private Wealth, to the 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'Arche Antigonish. He also served as Co-Chair of the 2018 Canada Summer Special Olympic Games, which was hosted in Nova Scotia.

"Holland College 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, Holland College'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 Holland College Foundation. "His experience, and commitment to community development will be valuable assets as we continue to support the advancement of Holland College and the success of its students." 

The appointment of Marc Champoux coincides with the retirement of Holland College 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 Holland College President, Dr. Alexander (Sandy) MacDonald.