Stéphane Braney (1966-2026)
A leader in advocating for the rights of people with disabilities.
A valued colleague and friend
In 2022, Stéphane joined AQEIPS as a project manager and was soon promoted to executive director. Over the next three years, he set out to revitalize the Association, which, like many others, had suffered from the onset of the pandemic in 2020. During this time, Stéphane was also pursuing a graduate degree in Information Technology et Governance at Téluq university .
Always brimming with inspiring projects and initiatives, he left us far too soon on January 3, 2026.
Stéphane was a force of gentleness, a visionary determined to bring about change and refuse to be intimidated by the systemic ableism of our institutions. Faced with pervasive barriers to accessing public spaces and appropriate care, Stéphane led our team with good humor and unwavering kindness.
We thank him for his unwavering commitment to the rights of people with disabilities, and for all the joys—big and small—that he has shared with us.
A ceremony will be held in May to celebrate Stéphane’s life. More information to come.
Testimonials
“It was a real pleasure to work with him.”
“I have always admired the gentleness with which Stéphane advocated for the rights of people with disabilities.”
“Mr. Braney’s passion and dedication left a lasting impression on us every time we met. He was a deeply inspiring person who embodied inclusive and committed leadership.”
“The video I made for him is one of my favorite projects, and I’m glad I was able to capture that moment.”
“What a wonderful man, and what a privilege it was to have known him.”
“It is a tremendous loss for everyone who knew him, whether closely or from afar.”
“He was a ray of sunshine; I loved spending time with him during the filming of the video.”
“What a loss for the disability community. Stéphane had such innovative ideas and passion for the cause that won’t be forgotten.”
“What struck me most about Stéphane was his love of life. He always had something positive to say: a story to tell, an adventure with his grandchildren to share, or an update on the progress of his many projects. In a world increasingly focused on negativity and sensationalism, Stéphane stood out in the best possible way.”
“Stéphane was a valued colleague for our organization and a friend to many of us.”
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Stéphane Braney – Obituary – Salon Roland Ménard
In 2025, Stéphane is interviewed by Bryen Akueson for an AQEIPS video project.
In 2025, Stéphane shares his story in a video produced by the Commission on Human Rights.
In 2024, Stéphane is the first guest on our podcast, Vivons Visibles.