Alexandre Bacon, founding president of Ashukan, is among the recipients of the First Nations and Inuit Medal, presented by the Lieutenant Governor of Quebec, the Honorable Manon Jeannotte. This award highlights Alexandre Bacon’s exceptional commitment to reconciliation and underscores his essential role in building bridges between nations. This gesture reflects an institutional commitment to recognizing the significant contributions of First Nations and Inuit peoples, while highlighting their fundamental role in the cultural and social vitality of Quebec.

Alexandre Bacon, an Innu from Mashteuiatsh, is known for his facilitative and people-centered approach, which brings together Indigenous peoples and Canadian organizations. A sought-after trainer, strategic advisor, and facilitator, he works actively to build bridges between organizations and First Nations.


His commitment takes the form of concrete actions aimed at demystifying contemporary social and political realities in an atmosphere of openness and active listening. He offers an illuminating perspective, rooted in education and focused on collective progress.

The impact of his work is particularly evident through the Ashukan Institute, a non-partisan organization he founded to offer innovative, asynchronous online training. Designed for individuals and organizations seeking to develop interpersonal and organizational skills, these courses offer an approach grounded in the realities and rights of Indigenous peoples, prioritizing collaboration and mutual understanding. 

“This medal is more than just a symbol: it represents a key driver of social change and a call to continue the dialogue in a sincere and sustainable manner. It is through the convergence of our actions that we will forge new paths toward dialogue and reconciliation,” emphasized Alexandre Bacon, president and founder of Ashukan.


Finally, in addition to his role as founding president, Alexandre serves on several boards of directors, including those of Wapikoni, the Federation of Quebec Chambers of Commerce, the First Peoples Innovation Centre, and Menuentakan.

About‘Ashukan

The Ashukan Institute is a non-partisan organization dedicated to training and strategic support. Its mission is to develop the organizational skills needed to enable institutions, businesses, and professionals to better understand Indigenous realities and to build respectful and sustainable relationships with First Nations.