Gina Cody, MEng 81, PhD 89
Business leader and philanthropist
Gina Cody became co-chancellor of Concordia in April 2024. Her three-year term as chancellor commenced as the mandate of Jonathan Wener, BComm 71, concluded on December 31, 2024.
The future of giving
Inspiring philanthropy
The Campaign for Concordia: Next-Gen Now raised $32 million over the last year thanks to 7,833 generous donors. As the largest in our university’s history, the campaign had raised more than $311 million by the end of 2024 to transform teaching, learning and research. Our Future of Giving report spotlights donors who contributed to our momentum.
Campaign for Concordia: Co‑chairs
Andrew Molson
Chair, Avenir Global, and philanthropist
In addition to his role as chair of the board of Avenir Global, Andrew Molson serves on multiple boards of directors. These include Molson Coors Beverage Company, Groupe Deschênes, Dundee Corporation, Theratechnologies and CH Group. He is also the owner of evenko and the Montreal Canadiens.
Lino A. Saputo, BA 89
Executive chair of the board of Saputo Inc., and philanthropist
Lino A. Saputo assumed the role of executive chair of the board of Saputo Inc. in August 2024. He previously served as the company’s president and CEO.
Supporting the next generation
Major gifts to the Campaign for Concordia:
NEXT-GEN NOW
Spotlight
Campaign for Concordia bequest made in support of nutrition and wellness research
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Alumni With Impact
For five decades, Concordia has been a catalyst for transformation, empowering individuals to lead with vision and drive positive change. Our Alumni With Impact series celebrates graduates whose achievements have made an impact on their communities in Montreal and beyond.
Great Concordians
Among the ranks of Concordia’s worldwide network of alumni are a Nobel Peace Prize co-laureate, a multiple Tony Award winner, a member of the Senate of Canada, Rhodes Scholars and countless visionary researchers and entrepreneurs. Fifty of these extraordinary individuals are being celebrated as part of the Great Concordians initiative, re-launched in June 2024 to mark the 50th anniversary of Concordia. Accomplished across a wide range of disciplines — from the arts and social justice to science, technology and business — honourees showcase the breadth of talent and leadership that Concordia has nurtured over the decades.
Concordia firsts
Concordians aren’t just making their mark — they’re making history. Across disciplines and around the world, they’ve been the first to push boundaries, challenge the status quo and redefine what’s possible. From science and technology to business and sustainability, from cinema and the arts to athletics and engineering, alumni, faculty and students continue to lead the way. As Concordia celebrates its 50th anniversary, explore the bold firsts that have helped shape Montreal, Quebec, Canada and the world.
