Resolute Forest Products (Canada) announced the appointment of Remi Lalonde as SVP and CFO. Lalonde succeeds Jo-Ann Longworth, who will be retiring after a distinguished career, including the past seven years as SVP and CFO at Resolute.

Lalonde had been serving as VP, Strategy and Corporate Development, since May 2018. Previously, he was GM of Resolute's pulp and paper mill in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Before taking a leadership role in operations, Lalonde was Treasurer and VP, Investor Relations. He initially joined the company as Senior Counsel, Securities, following six years at Sullivan & Cromwell LLP in New York. Lalonde holds bachelor's degrees in both law and civil engineering from the University of Ottawa. 

"Remi has distinguished himself as a leader and built a strong record of achievement since joining Resolute almost a decade ago. He has broad-based knowledge of the company and depth of financial acumen," stated Yves Laflamme, president and CEO. "The promotion of Remi to this critically important role reflects well on the development of internal talent here at Resolute. As part of our Executive Team, Remi's diversity of experience, rigorous approach and commitment to excellence will support the company's ongoing transformation."

"On behalf of the Board of Directors and employees of Resolute, I would like to thank Jo-Ann for her years of service and valued counsel. She has played an important role in building a stronger, more profitable and sustainable Resolute," added Laflamme.

Longworth will serve as a special advisor to Lalonde until Jan. 31, 2019.