- Born
- October 7, 1951
- Education
- Bachelor's degree in journalism and information from Laval University (1973); Master's program in International Management from the National School of Public Administration (ENAP) (1983); Certificate for Ombudsman at the Osgoode Hall Law School of York University
- Career
- Quebec Ombudsperson (2006-2016)
- Political Experience
- Appointed to Senate on November 2, 2016
- Notable
- Elected Facilitator of the Independent Senators Group (ISG) in the Senate of Canada (since January 1, 2022); President, Association of French-Speaking Ombudspersons and Mediators (2013-2015)
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Business & Financial Interests
Before her appointment to the Senate in 2016, Raymonde Saint-Germain had a long career in Quebec's public service. She served as the Quebec Ombudsman, also known as the Protecteur du citoyen, from 2006 to 2016. In this role, she was responsible for ensuring that citizens' rights were respected by the province's public services. Her earlier career included roles as Deputy Minister of Government Services, Deputy Minister of Relations with Citizens and Immigration, and Associate Deputy Minister for the Status of Women. She also worked for the Quebec Human Rights and Youth Rights Commission. Her professional life has been focused on public administration and oversight rather than private business.
Key Relationships & Connections
Raymonde Saint-Germain was appointed to the Senate by Governor General David Johnston on the advice of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Her appointment was part of the first group of senators recommended by the Independent Advisory Board for Senate Appointments, a new, non-partisan process established by the Trudeau government to select senators based on merit. As a prominent figure in Quebec's public service for many years, she worked with various provincial governments and ministers. In the Senate, she has served as the facilitator for the Independent Senators Group (ISG), a leadership role within the largest bloc in the upper chamber.