About Roland Giroux
Lived 1913 – 1991 (aged 78). Roland Giroux was a Canadian businessperson.
Roland Giroux, (15 January 1913 – 4 November 1991) was from 1969 to 1977 the Chairman of the Quebec Hydro-Electric Commission (today known generally as Hydro-Québec).
He is a member of the Order of Canada, first becoming an Officer in June 1972 then in July 1977 was promoted as a Companion, the highest rank within the order.
Giroux died of a heart attack in Quebec at age 78 leaving his wife Yvette Blain and three children.
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Who was Roland Giroux?
Chair, Quebec Hydro-Electric Commission
When was Roland Giroux born?
Roland Giroux was born on 15 January 1913 in Montreal.
When did Roland Giroux die?
Roland Giroux died on 4 November 1991 in Montreal.
What was Roland Giroux's occupation?
Roland Giroux was a businessperson.
What nationality was Roland Giroux?
Roland Giroux was Canadian.
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