Nadia Saputo & Patrice Brisebois

Nadia Saputo and Patrice Brisebois and so honoured to be a part of Light The Night for our 20th anniversary!

Patrice Brisebois

Patrice Brisebois built an impressive NHL career through passion, resilience, and leadership, becoming one of the most recognizable defensemen of his era with the Montreal Canadiens. Known to many as “Breezer,” Patrice earned the respect of teammates, fans, and the hockey world alike for his dedication to the game and his enduring connection to the city of Montreal. A proud Stanley Cup Champion with the Canadiens in 1993, he remains part of one of the most celebrated moments in the franchise’s storied history.

Following his retirement from professional hockey, Patrice remained deeply involved with the Canadiens organization. Today, he proudly serves as an Ambassador for the Montreal Canadiens and as President of the Canadiens Alumni Association, where he continues to honour the team’s legacy while giving back through countless charitable and community initiatives.

Beyond hockey, Patrice is also an avid car racing enthusiast with a passion for speed, performance, and competition — bringing the same energy and drive to the track that once defined his years on the ice.

While his professional accomplishments are many, Patrice’s greatest pride remains his family, the friendships built throughout his career, and the lasting impact he continues to have both on and off the ice.

Nadia Saputo

Nadia Saputo is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and hospitality enthusiast whose career began in the world of event planning, where her creativity, attention to detail, and love of bringing people together quickly became her signature.

Over the years, that passion naturally evolved into hospitality, and today she proudly owns two hotels in Laval, where elegance, warmth, and guest experience remain at the heart of everything she does.

An accomplished author, Nadia also published her cookbook, In the Kitchen with Nadia Saputo, sharing her passion for food, family, and entertaining — a passion that has also earned her the affectionate nickname “ChefMom.”

Alongside her professional ventures, Nadia proudly serves as a board member of the Mirella & Lino Saputo Foundation, continuing her family’s strong commitment to philanthropy and community involvement. Yet beyond all her accomplishments, Nadia’s greatest pride and joy will always be her three children and her grandchild, who inspire her daily and remain the true center of her world.