- Education
- Bachelor of Commerce, Concordia University
- Career
- Royal Bank of Canada executive in Montreal
- Political Experience
- Appointed to Senate July 22, 2019
- Notable
- Serves on the board of governors at Concordia University; Awarded a Sovereign's Medal for Volunteers; Certified Public Accountant; Joined the Independent Senators Group (ISG) on November 7, 2019
Based on publicly available information — may contain inaccuracies
Business & Financial Interests
Before his Senate appointment in 2019, Tony Loffreda had a long career in the financial sector. He is a certified public accountant (CPA) and spent over 35 years with the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC). At RBC, he held several senior leadership positions, most notably serving as the Vice-Chairman of RBC Wealth Management. His work focused on commercial banking and wealth management in Quebec. Since becoming a senator, his public disclosures list various investments in publicly traded securities, bonds, and investment funds, which is common for individuals with a background in finance. He has also served on the boards of several non-profit and community organizations, including for Concordia University and the Italian-Canadian Community Foundation.
Key Relationships & Connections
Tony Loffreda was appointed to the Senate on the advice of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, following the independent advisory board process. Throughout his career, he has been deeply involved in Montreal's community and philanthropic circles. He has held leadership roles and has been publicly associated with organizations such as the Italian-Canadian Community Foundation, the Quebec Cancer Foundation, and Concordia University's John Molson School of Business, where he has served on advisory boards.