OTTAWA – Industry Minister Christian Paradis today announced the appointment of John Pecman as Commissioner of the Competition Bureau for a five-year term.
Pecman most recently served as the interim commissioner of competition. In that role, he provided stewardship for the bureau’s continued investigation of and litigation over significant merger cases, deceptive marketing practices and other important criminal and civil matters. “I am pleased that Mr. Pecman will continue to contribute significantly to the Competition Bureau in assuming this key leadership role,” said Minister Paradis in a statement. “His proven commitment to protecting and promoting a fair, competitive and innovative marketplace will benefit Canadian consumers and businesses alike.”
Pecman, who has been with the Competition Bureau since 1984, has held a variety of increasingly senior investigative and managerial positions, including senior deputy commissioner of the Criminal Matters Branch. He is an economist and holds a Master of Arts from McMaster University.
