France Bélisle

Secretary

France Bélisle is known for her ability to popularize complex issues. Her journalistic and political background has helped her master communications in times of crisis. She is co-president and founder of Posture Inc., a Gatineau company that specializes in human resources, strategic communication and governance.

First woman to be elected mayor of Gatineau, she is the author of L’heureuse élue, published by Les Éditions de l’Homme. She tackles her fight for values that pushed her into leaving politics. As a lecturer, she cares about political administrative relations, women in power, the effects of polarization in the public speech, and human being and politics.

France spent 15 years with the public information service of Radio-Canada as a journalist, director and producer, before becoming Director of Public Relations and Public Mobilization with the president’s office of CBC/Radio-Canada.

She also served as CEO for the Association touristique de l’Outaouais (Ottawa Valley Tourism Association) from 2015 to 2021.

With a Master’s Degree in Journalistic Ethics and Professional Conduct from Carleton University in Ottawa, she is also certified in Management and Strategy Skills from the Leadership Institute.

She has been serving on the Board of Directors of Moisson Outaouais since June 2024.

Did You Know That?

At Moisson Outaouais, $1 = $10!

Thanks to our leverage effect, with each $1 donation, we are able to buy $10 worth of food.

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Fact or Fiction?

When it comes to planned giving, there are many myths that can discourage potential donors. At Moisson Outaouais, we'd like to clarify these points to help you make informed decisions.

Fact or Fiction?

Fiction 1: Making a bequest is complicated

Fact: Making a bequest is often simpler than you think. It can be as simple as adding a codicil to your existing will, specifying an amount or percentage of your inheritance to be left to Moisson Outaouais.

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Fiction 2: By donating life insurance, I'm depriving my family.

Fact: You can structure your gift of life insurance to support both Moisson Outaouais and your family. For example, you can take out an additional policy or designate part of the benefit to the organization and the rest to your family.

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Fiction 3: Gifts of stock are only good for the wealthy

Fact: Gifts of stock can benefit donors at every level. They avoid capital gains taxes and can offer substantial tax advantages, even for smaller gifts.

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Fiction 4: Planned giving is only for the wealthy

Fact: Anyone can make a planned gift. Whether through gifts of stock, life insurance or wills, there are options for every financial situation. Even a small gift can have a big impact.