Michèle D. Biron played an important role in the history of Saint-Laurent by becoming the first woman on Municipal Council in 1982 and the first to sit on the Executive Committee in 1986. A pioneer in female representation within municipal bodies, she paved the way for greater participation of women in public and community life.

A Borough Councillor for Norman-McLaren District from 2001 to 2021, Mrs. Biron was elected for ten consecutive terms beginning in 1982, leaving a tangible mark on Saint-Laurent’s territory. She served on the Comité consultatif d’urbanisme for 23 years, participating in the analysis of more than 2,000 files. Her involvement also extended to numerous Ville de Montréal standing committees, notably as Chair of the Commission sur la culture, le patrimoine et les sports, and as a member of the Commission sur les finances et l’administration.

Extensively involved in the Saint-Laurent community after settling there in 1966, Mrs. Biron was a sponsor of the Centre des femmes de Saint-Laurent and a board member of the Musée des métiers d’art du Québec, formerly the Musée des maîtres et artisans du Québec, where she also served as vice-chair until 2015. In the former Ville de Saint-Laurent, she chaired the Commission de développement économique, held a seat on the Commission d’habitation and the Comité ad hoc du complexe hébergement-santé, and served as vice-chair of both the board and the foundation of the former Hôpital de Saint-Laurent for many years.

In 2013, Mrs. Biron was awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal in recognition of her many years of volunteer service in Saint-Laurent. Her exemplary commitment, political longevity, and devotion to the people of Quebec, particularly the Saint-Laurent community, also earned her the Médaille de l’Assemblée nationale in December 2021.

After completing her studies in music, she joined the Expo 67 protocol service as the organizer of state luncheons. Later, Mrs. Biron became the first woman to hold the position of Director of Credit at Mack Canada. She then enjoyed an illustrious career as a real estate agent with Royal LePage in Saint-Laurent, a position that earned her the Platinum Award and the Gold Palm several times in recognition of her leadership in the field.

Saint-Laurent will remember her as a woman of heart, who placed the well-being of her family, colleagues, and fellow citizens at the centre of all her actions.

The family will be accepting condolences on Thursday, September 11, from 5 to 9 p.m., at the Complexe funéraire Urgel Bourgie, located at 3955 chemin de la Côte-de-Liesse.

A religious ceremony will be held on Friday, September 12, at 1 p.m. at Église Saint-Laurent, located at 805 avenue Sainte-Croix.

Flags at Saint-Laurent’s municipal buildings will be lowered to half-mast to pay tribute to this remarkable public figure, whose contribution to community life will remain etched in memory.

On behalf of Saint-Laurent Council and the entire community, I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of Michèle D. Biron. Highly committed and deeply devoted to her fellow citizens, she exercised her leadership with grace throughout her 40-year political career. Mrs. Biron brought a fresh perspective, sensitivity, and attention to detail that helped make many projects resounding successes. Her regard for aesthetics is reflected in Saint-Laurent’s architectural heritage and contributed to creating neighborhoods that are welcoming and inspiring for all. The many committees on which she served over the years attest to her profound engagement in the community. Michèle D. Biron was a true pioneer for women in Saint-Laurent’s public and community life. Her passing leaves a deep void, but her example will endure, and there is no doubt that it will continue to inspire future generations.