About
Hermante Ayotte
Hermante Ayotte is much more than a nurse: she is a builder, a woman of action, and a trailblazer in occupational medicine in Quebec. Early on, she understood that health doesn’t stop at the doors of hospitals. Driven by a deep desire to help others, she devoted her life to delivering care where it was truly needed, in workplaces, on the road, and in remote regions.
Over the decades, she boldly founded and led the Clinique de Médecine Industrielle et Préventive du Québec, a one-of-a-kind organization that meets the real needs of thousands of workers and employers. Committed, persevering, and guided by a human-centered vision of health, Hermante has never stopped innovating. Her journey is a lesson in courage, freedom, and authenticity.
Born in Acadia
Hermante Ayotte was born in Rivière-Verte, a small village in New Brunswick. She grew up in a rural environment where mutual support and a strong sense of community helped shape her character. From a young age, she dreamed of freedom and distant horizons.
An early calling
At the age of eight, Hermante was already expressing her desire to explore the world. Resistant to the idea of a conventional life, she rejected the traditional path and chose a profession that would allow her to exercise her independence: that of a nurse.
Education and early experiences
She began her nursing studies at Hôtel-Dieu de Québec. Early on, she took on multiple jobs, sometimes two at a time, in both hospital settings and private clinics, showing unwavering determination.
A business idea takes root
After building a strong network of independent nurses and recognizing the growing need for occupational health services, Hermante developed a groundbreaking concept: providing mobile medical services directly to workplaces across Quebec.
Founding of the Clinic of industrial and preventive Medicine of Quebec
She officially founded the company in Laval. Armed with courage and vision, she traveled across the province with her team of nurses, delivering care where no one else had before: in factories, on construction sites, and in businesses.
Growth and recognition
The Clinic gained recognition and continued to grow. Hermante constantly innovated—hiring multidisciplinary teams, integrating doctors and technologists, and offering personalized preventive services for businesses of all sizes.
A committed businesswoman
In addition to leading her company, Hermante is involved in various social causes, both in Quebec and abroad. She takes part in volunteer missions in Eastern Europe and supports women in business in Francophone communities.
A living legacy
Still driven by her passion for health and people, Hermante continues to share her knowledge, mentor the next generation, and make a positive impact in the working world. Her journey remains a model of tenacity, compassion, and innovation.