Senator Martine Hébert Joins the Independent Senators Group

OTTAWA, April 9, 2025 – Today, Quebec Senator Martine Hébert announced her decision to join the Independent Senators Group (ISG). Senator Hébert has nearly three decades of experience in public policy, governance, and economics, in both the private and public sectors.

Before her appointment to the Senate, she notably represented Quebec as Delegate in Chicago (2019-2021) and Delegate General in New York (2021-2024), where she worked on economic and diplomatic initiatives. Prior to these roles, she served on various organisations such as the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB), the Ordre des conseillers en ressources humaines (CRHA), and others.

In addition to her professional experience, Senator Hébert has been involved in various boards and associations in Canada and in the United States. In 2010, she received an honorary degree from the Université de Montréal in recognition of the excellence of her career. She has also been named an Invited Fellow by the Centre for Interuniversity Research and Analysis on Organizations (CIRANO).

“It is a pleasure and an honour to join the formidable ISG team. I am very eager to work with my ISG colleagues on files that are important for Canada. The Senate is an invaluable institution for our democracy and our society. I intend to work in the best interest of Canadians by collaborating with my colleagues from all groups, to whom I extend my heartful thanks for their warm welcome.” – Independent Senator Martine Hébert

“ISG members are delighted to welcome Senator Martine Hébert. She will enhance our group’s and the Senate’s expertise in economics, finance, diplomacy and trade negotiations. She continues to inform the public about financial and economic news, and her rich multidisciplinary expertise will be a great asset for our group and for our institution.” – Senator Raymonde Saint-Germain, ISG Facilitator

Senator Martine Hébert was nominated to the Senate on February 7, 2025. Her addition to the Independent Senators Group brings the total membership to 43. 

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Dedicated to serving Canadians and democracy, the Independent Senators Group (ISG) provides informed and non-partisan sober second thought to legislation and contemporary issues our country is facing. Founded in 2016, the ISG has led the reform transition to a more independent and less partisan Senate, reflecting the needs and views of a diverse and modern Canada. 

For more information please contact:

Ro Izzetpanah

Senior Communications Specialist

Independent Senators Group

ro.izzetpanah@sen.parl.gc.ca