Paul Larocque

President and CEO
Arts Umbrella

Paul Larocque has led Arts Umbrella in a period of significant growth, including through the opening of its 50,000-net-square-foot arts education centre on Granville Island. He has over three decades of involvement in the cultural sector. Larocque additionally dedicates time to the Granville Island Council, the Loran Scholars Foundation and the McCall MacBain Foundation.

GREATEST SUCCESS: The completion of the Arts Umbrella building project on Granville Island in 2021.
FUN FACT: I am a huge fan of spin classes.
GOAL FOR 2022: My goal for 2022 is to reconnect with the community.
CHILDHOOD DREAM JOB: Broadway!