MONTREAL, July 5, 2025 - The Association de l'industrie électrique du Québec (AIEQ) warmly congratulates Claudine Bouchard on her appointment as President and CEO of Hydro-Québec. With a career spanning more than 25 years with the state-owned company, Ms. Bouchard will assume this strategic role as the company continues to implement its Action Plan 2035, a major project for Quebec's energy future. The AIEQ is delighted by the appointment of a visionary leader, whose experience and concrete results in infrastructure projects and network management will be essential in guiding Hydro-Québec to new heights.

"Claudine Bouchard's appointment as head of Hydro-Québec is excellent news for Quebec and the electricity industry. Her expertise and in-depth knowledge of the sector will be major assets in achieving the corporation's ambitious objectives, namely grid performance, energy efficiency and the refurbishment and growth of the infrastructure required for Quebec's energy transition and growth," said Marie Lapointe, President and CEO of the AIEQ.

"With her proven leadership and pragmatic approach, Ms. Bouchard is perfectly placed to meet the challenges ahead and ensure Hydro-Québec's growth in a context of energy transformation. The AIEQ is proud to support her leadership, and the entire electrical industry is ready to accompany her in innovation and best practices in all future projects at the utility," added Alain Sayegh, Chairman of the AIEQ Board of Directors.