Gilles LeVasseur, O.Ont, LLD, LSM, CD, is a highly respected lawyer and University of Ottawa Professor, where he has been teaching Management and Law since 1987.

He has earned several university degrees in business, economics, health, law, and international affairs, as well as international certificates in law and human rights. Mr. LeVasseur’s contributions to Canadian society and the governance of associations have garnered him 46 prestigious awards, including the Order of Ontario, the Good Citizenship Award for Ontario, the Queen’s Golden and Diamond Jubilee Medals, the rank of Commander of the Order of La Pléiade, an honorary doctorate, the Lieutenant Governor’s Ontario Heritage Award, the Senate 150th Medal, St. John Ambulance Medal, seven fellowships, and the Sovereign’s Medal for Volunteers. His professional experience includes the management of projects in the public and private sectors, drafting legislation and regulations on lawsuits, and developing digital policies and initiatives. Mr. LeVasseur has published 14 books on law, business, and social issues. He is serving, or has served, as a member of several national boards, including as Chair of the Court Challenges Program, President of the Institute of Public Administration of Canada, and Chair of the Ingenium Foundation. Mr. LeVasseur resides in Ottawa.