McGill confers honorary degrees on Alzheimer’s researcher and Montreal business leaders

Albert D. Bensadoun, LLD - Doctor of Laws, honoris causa

Albert Bensadoun is the founder of the ALDO Group, a multinational retailer of shoes and accessories. Under Mr. Bensadoun's leadership, the company has grown to include more than 1,000 shoe stores in 65 countries and 160 accessories stores in 19 countries. A remarkable philanthropist, he has contributed to many important causes including leading an active community campaign against AIDS and contributing more than $10 million to the cause.

Paul Desmarais Jr., Doctor of Laws, honoris causa

Paul Desmarais Jr. is the chair and co-chief executive officer of Power Corporation and co-chair of Power Financial. A proven business leader and well-known philanthropist, Mr. Desmarais is committed to helping the less fortunate through his involvement with community organizations in the areas of education, health care, culture and social causes.

Read full article: McGill News, June 6, 2012