For more than 25 years, Mathieu Paré has worked in the hospitality industry in product development, promotion, and sales in both domestic and international markets.
As a Red Seal certified chef, Mathieu’s dedication, and passion for providing engaging and uniquely Canadian hospitality experiences have provided the opportunity to travel across Canada and around the world to share Canada’s rich culinary heritage expressed through premium quality Canadian ingredients. Before joining the Canadian Beef Centre of Excellence (CBCE), Paré worked in some of Canada’s best kitchens mentored by top chefs, including time spent as Senior Chef on The Royal Canadian Pacific railways. Paré joined Canada Beef in 2017 as Executive Director for the Canadian Beef Centre of Excellence. In this leadership role, Mathieu acts as an ambassador for Canadian beef and veal in domestic and foreign markets, oversees the CBCE’s culinary and butchery talent, and manages its facility and activities. He was also responsible for the development of emerging markets from 2017 – 2020.
Paré graduated with honors from the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology in Culinary Arts, earning the Governor-General of Canada’s Medal for academic achievement. Prior to that, he studied Tourism Marketing and Business Management at Capilano University, North Vancouver, BC. He is fluent in three languages—English, French and Spanish. Paré lives in Calgary, Alberta with his wife Karin and two retrievers, Coco, and Leo.