Andre Desmarais back at Power Corp. after medical leave last year

By The Canadian Press

Posted Jan 10, 2018 09:28:00 AM.

Last Updated Jan 10, 2018 10:00:18 AM.

This article is more than 5 years old.

MONTREAL – Power Corp. of Canada says Andre Desmarais has resumed his full executive duties at the company.

Desmarais, deputy chairman, president and co-chief executive, had taken a temporary medical leave from his day-to-day activities at the conglomerate in April last year.

Power Corp. (TSX:POW) says Desmarais continued to be involved in major issues affecting the company last year and resumed his full duties on Jan. 3.

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