Canucks announce the hiring of Émilie Castonguay

The Vancouver Canucks announced on Monday that they've hired Émilie Castonguay to become their new assistant General Manager.

"Émilie has extensive experience, is driven to succeed, and has a strong reputation in hockey for her intelligence and work ethic," said Rutherford. "She will play a lead role in player contracts and negotiation, managing the collective bargaining agreement, and her voice will be heard in all aspects of hockey operations. She will be a key member of our leadership team and we are pleased to welcome her to Vancouver."

Castonguay was a player agent prior to taking the job with the Vancouver Canucks and was the only female to be certified by the NHLPA. Her two biggest clients were Marie-Philip Poulin and Alexis Lafrenière.

"It is an honour to join the Vancouver Canucks and I am grateful to Jim and the Aquilini family for the opportunity," said Castonguay. "The Canucks have a passionate fanbase and an exciting young team with a bright future. I can't wait to help build a winning organization that continues to grow and challenges for championship."

Canucks President, Hockey Operations and Interim General Manager Jim Rutherford announced today that Émilie Castonguay has been named Assistant General Manager.
Castonguay becomes the first female Assistant General Manager in team history.

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