Projet Montréal leader Luc Rabouin today unveiled his team for the borough of Saint-Laurent. Led by Youssef Shoufan, who will be running for borough mayor, the team will also include Robertine Tchouga and Nilufar Mamad for the Norman-McLaren district, as well as Matisse Nadeau-Décarie for the Côte-de-Liesse district.
With this team, Projet Montréal presents itself as the only progressive alternative in Saint-Laurent, offering a forward-looking vision in tune with the needs of the various populations of the borough.
Biography – Youssef Shoufan
Youssef Shoufan is a committed communicator, photographer and filmmaker who uses his talents to promote social change and justice. He arrived in Montreal in 1994 and co-founded La maison de la Syrie and the international collective Syrian Eyes of the World, in addition to collaborating with institutions such as BAnQ, Éducaloi, Exeko and the Pointe-à-Callière museum. Through his cultural, educational and community projects, he has given a voice to marginalized people and helped build bridges between communities here and elsewhere. A Gémeaux Award finalist and recipient of the YMCA Peace Medal, he is recognized for his sensitive and humanistic approach. A father of two and deeply rooted in his community, he wishes to put his experience, creativity, and listening skills to work for a more united, inclusive, and inspiring Montreal.
Biography – Robertine Tchouga
Robertine Tchouga is a nurse and has been a resident of Saint-Laurent for nearly 20 years. A healthcare professional for over nine years, she has worked in various institutions in Montreal, where she has developed solid expertise in team management, work organization and supporting vulnerable individuals. Committed to her community, she has also devoted time to volunteering with local organizations and the African Federation and Associations of Canada. Known for her listening skills, empathy and ability to bring people together, she now wishes to put her experience and energy to work for the residents of Saint-Laurent in order to build an inclusive, supportive, and people-oriented borough.
Biography – Nilufar Mamad
Nilufar Mamad embodies a new generation of committed leaders in Saint-Laurent. A graduate in economics from Concordia University, she quickly made her mark in student politics and citizen mobilization initiatives, promoting democratic participation and inclusion. As an elected representative and active organizer, she has helped create spaces where the voices of young people and diverse communities can be heard. Driven by a vision of social justice and sustainability, Nilufar now wants to transform this experience into concrete actions that serve residents, to build a borough that reflects the energy and diversity of its population.
Biography – Matisse Nadeau-Décarie
Matisse Nadeau-Décarie is a young professional committed to the environment and urban planning. With a bachelor's degree in environmental studies and soon to be a master's student in urban planning at the University of Montreal, she has worked as a sustainable development project manager for companies, institutions and community organizations. Through these experiences, she has helped organizations reduce their greenhouse gas emissions and transition to greener practices. Deeply involved in Montreal's democratic life, she has chaired Projet Montréal's Youth Commission and served on the party's Executive Committee. Driven by a deep commitment to social justice and citizen participation, she now wishes to put her energy and expertise to work for the residents of Côte-de-Liesse.
Quotes
"I am very proud to be able to count on Youssef Shoufan's candidacy for mayor of Saint-Laurent. Youssef is a recognized bridge builder who knows how to give a voice to those who are not heard enough and who has demonstrated throughout his career that he knows how to transform citizen engagement into concrete action. With him, the residents of Saint-Laurent will have a mayor who is close to the people, capable of bringing them together and promoting an ambitious vision for the borough." – Luc Rabouin, leader of Projet Montréal.
“I am running for mayor of Saint-Laurent with Projet Montréal because I deeply believe in the potential of our community. Our borough is rich in diversity and dynamism and together we can make it a model of sustainability, solidarity and inclusion. I want to put my experience and expertise to work for Saint-Laurent in order to implement ambitious actions that will improve the quality of life for everyone.” – Youssef Shoufan, candidate for mayor of Saint-Laurent.
"I want to put my experience and energy to work for Saint-Laurent. I am running with Projet Montréal to build, with and for residents, a more inclusive, more united borough where every voice counts. " – Robertine Tchouga, candidate for city councilor in the Norman-McLaren district.
"My candidacy is driven by the conviction that the voices of young people and diverse communities must be heard and valued. With Projet Montréal, I want to help make Saint-Laurent a borough that reflects this richness and invests in a sustainable, inclusive and supportive future. " – Nilufar Mamad, candidate for borough councilor in the Norman-McLaren district.
“I am running with Projet Montréal because I believe that Côte-de-Liesse deserves a strong, committed voice that is close to the people. I want to put my energy and experience to work for the community to build a greener, more inclusive borough where every citizen feels heard.” – Matisse Nadeau-Décarie, candidate for borough councilor in the Côte-de-Liesse district
