Archbishop Marcel Damphousse was born in Saint-Joseph, Manitoba, and ordained a priest in 1991 for the Archdiocese of Saint-Boniface. His faith was first nurtured by his family, schools, and parish community, and deepened through faith groups and retreat experiences that made his relationship with Jesus real and personal. He has served in parishes, schools, and diocesan leadership, always with a heart for accompanying others.
Appointed bishop in 2012, he served in Alexandria-Cornwall and Sault Ste. Marie before becoming Archbishop of Ottawa–Cornwall in 2020. He finds particular joy in celebrating Confirmations and connecting with youth and families, sharing how lives are transformed through the Holy Spirit.