{"id":1030,"date":"2025-06-27T17:50:39","date_gmt":"2025-06-27T17:50:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/laroutedelespoir.ca\/?page_id=1030"},"modified":"2026-06-16T14:03:39","modified_gmt":"2026-06-16T14:03:39","slug":"quebec-events","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/laroutedelespoir.ca\/en\/quebec-events\/","title":{"rendered":"Qu\u00e9bec Events"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Upcoming events aim to celebrate the boldness and perseverance of Quebec\u2019s women entrepreneurs, highlighting journeys shaped by personal, family, and social commitment. It is in this spirit that the Hermante Ayotte Grant was created \u2014 an initiative founded by visionary businesswoman Hermante Ayotte, who wishes to give back by supporting women who lack the financial resources to reach their full potential.<\/p>

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Unique Opportunities to Shine a Light on Women\u2019s
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Award Winners: Muriel Kouco\u00ef and Chantal Bernatchez<\/strong><\/p>

We are proud to highlight the remarkable journey of two Quebec-based companies that stand out for their commitment, innovation, and impact.<\/p>

Recipient of the Hermante Ayotte Grant<\/strong>
Chantal Bernatchez \u2013 Iso-Protek<\/strong><\/p>

Iso-Protek is a circular economy company whose mission is to repurpose residual materials by transforming them into thermal utility products. These solutions help transport and protect goods from climate hazards while contributing to a reduced environmental footprint.<\/p>

Recipient of the Hermante Ayotte Jury\u2019s Favourite Award<\/strong>
Muriel Kouco\u00ef \u2013 SIMKHA Biocosm\u00e9tiques<\/strong><\/p>

A socially conscious company, SIMKHA offers a range of natural, ethical, and environmentally friendly biocosmetic skincare products. Its human-centered and sustainable approach touched the jury, who awarded it the Coup de c\u0153ur prize.<\/p>

Congratulations to both winners for their outstanding contributions to Quebec entrepreneurship.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Award Winners: Louise Levasseur and Marianne Chouinard<\/strong><\/p>

In partnership with the DeGama Foundation and La Route de l\u2019Espoir<\/em><\/p>

At the gala, as part of a partnership with the DeGama Foundation and La Route de l\u2019Espoir, the Hermante Ayotte Scholarship, valued at $50,000, was awarded to Ms. Louise Levasseur, President and CEO of Secur-Alert.<\/p>

A special Coup de c\u0153ur<\/em> award was also presented to Ms. Marianne Chouinard, founder of CaCO3 Biotech, in recognition of her remarkable journey and innovative commitment.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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