Laurentian Bank Financial Group is recognized within the Canadian banking industry as a pioneer in corporate governance. Notably, it was the first in 1987 to separate the functions of chairman of the Board of Directors from those of President and Chief Executive Officer. Moreover, its policies and corporate governance rules meet the highest standards of the Canadian banking and financial industry. All of the members of the Board of Directors, apart from the President and Chief Executive Officer, are independent and unaffiliated with management.
Governance and
Social Responsibility
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Executive Committee
FRANÇOIS DESJARDINS
President and Chief Executive Officer
François Desjardins has been the President and Chief Executive Officer of Laurentian Bank Financial Group since November 1, 2015. After joining the organization in 1991, he quickly rose through the ranks. A seasoned manager, he was appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of B2B Bank in 2004 and Executive Vice President of Laurentian Bank in 2006.
With over 25 years of experience in financial services, Mr. Desjardins has developed a deep understanding of the financial ecosystem by staying attuned to technological change and customer behaviours.
CRAIG BACKMAN
Executive Vice President, Personal Digital Banking
Craig Backman is responsible for the Group’s digital retail banking product development and distribution across Canada. As President and Chief Executive Officer of B2B Bank, he oversees the pan-Canadian business growth through independent brokers and advisors.
With a degree in Engineering and an MBA in Marketing and Economics, Mr. Backman has a vast experience in marketing and brand management that spans nearly 35 years. In his previous roles, including at Canadian financial institutions, he developed a core expertise in online and digital marketing.
FRANÇOIS LAURIN, FCPA, FCA, CFA
Executive Vice President, Finance, Treasury, Capital Markets, and Chief Financial Officer
François Laurin is responsible for the Group’s activities in the areas of finance, accounting, treasury, taxation, investor relations, mergers and acquisitions, and capital markets. With more than 30 years of experience, he has held several senior positions throughout his career. He has worked in the financial, mining, telecommunications and technology sectors. He joined the organization in 2015.
Mr. Laurin is also a director and Chair of the Board of Directors of Laurentian Bank Securities.
WILLIAM MASON
Executive Vice President and Chief Risk Officer
William Mason is Executive Vice President and Chief Risk Officer for the Group and is responsible for risk management, credit management and legal affairs.
Prior to joining the Group, Mr. Mason held the position of Managing Director, Bank Supervision with the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI). He has also spent more than 30 years with financial institutions in various senior management roles including asset liability management, risk management, treasury and capital markets.
DEBORAH ROSE
Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer
Deborah Rose is responsible for the administration, technology and operational activities of the Group. She is also the Chief Information Officer for Laurentian Bank Financial Group and the President and Chief Executive Officer of LBC Tech. Prior to joining the Group in 2011, Ms. Rose was Senior Vice President, Business Operations at International Financial Data Services.
Her career in the financial services industry spans over 25 years. In 2017, she was named one of Canada’s 100 Most Powerful Women by the Women’s Executive Network.
STÉPHANE THERRIEN
Executive Vice President, Personal & Commercial Banking
Stéphane Therrien has led the Business Services unit since 2012, the year he joined the organization. In 2015, he was also appointed as head of the Bank’s Retail Services. He is responsible for all commercial activities in Canada as well as for the retail branch network in Quebec.
An experienced manager, he has a proven track record in the Canadian financial sector, having held several management positions over his nearly 30-year career. Mr. Therrien is also President and Chief Executive Officer of LBC Financial Services.
Social Responsibility
Social Responsibility Report
2017
Laurentian Bank Financial Group - Social Responsibility Reports
Laurentian Bank Financial Group’s 2017 Social Responsibility Report provides an overview of the activities and accomplishments that marked the past fiscal year. The Report serves as an excellent reference for the Group’s various stakeholders – shareholders, clients, employees and communities – and it includes a review of our actions aimed at environmental protection.
Download the 2017 Social Responsibility ReportView Previous Reports
- 2017 Report
- 2017 Social Responsibility Report
- 2016 Report
- 2016 Social Responsibility Report
- 2012 Report
- 2012 Social Responsibility Report
- 2011 Report
- 2011 Social Responsibility Report
- 2010 Report
- Complete 2010 Social Responsibility Report
- 2009 Report
- Complete 2009 Social Responsibility Report
- Section 1: Message from the President and Chief Executive Officer
- Section 2: Laurentian Bank: A Winning Combination of Solidity and Agility
- Section 3: Our Responsibility to Our Clients
- Section 4: Our Responsibility to Communities
- Section 5: Our Business Practice and Management Responsibilities
- Section 6: Our Responsibility to Our Employees
- Appendices 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6
- 2008 Report
- Complete 2008 Social Responsibility Report
Donation
Laurentian Bank Financial Group has always been actively involved in local communities by way of its donations to non-profit organizations. We participate in socioeconomic life by offering the financial products and services needed by individuals and businesses, as well as by thinking globally and acting locally as a socially responsible corporate citizen.
DONATION PROGRAM
We are committed to corporate responsibility via the donations it makes to a diverse range of organizations active in the communities in which we operate. More specifically, we support initiatives that can generate significant benefits for local communities.
HOW TO SUBMIT A REQUEST FOR A DONATION
Given the large number of requests received daily, only organizations whose requests have been accepted will be contacted.
We encourage you to consult the list of ineligible requests before submitting yours.
Please fill out the request form and submit by e-mail to:
Donation@lbcfg.ca