Richard Dicerni Ottawa, Former federal DM and head of the Alberta Public Service has died

Richard Dicerni Ottawa Death – Richard Dicerni, the former federal DM and head of the Alberta Public Service has sadly passed away. Richard Dicerni who was an Adjunct Research Professor at the Ivey Business School was announced dead through social media publications. He died yesterday morning. Thoughts and prayers are with his friends and family during this difficult time. So far, no official news on his cause of death has been released.

Deeply saddened to learn of Richard Dicerni’s passing. A wonderful mentor and an even better friend. We had some fun times working in the federal government! Sending much love to his wife Carol and his family and friends.

Who was Richard Dicerni?

On October 15, 2014, Richard Dicerni assumed the role of Deputy Minister for the Alberta Executive Council and became the leader of the Alberta Public Service. Before taking on this significant role, Mr Dicerni had been an Adjunct Research Professor at the Ivey Business School and held positions on various boards.

Originally hailing from Montreal, Mr Dicerni completed his Bachelor of Arts degree at the College Sainte Marie in 1969. He furthered his education at Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government, where he earned a Master’s in Public Administration in 1981.

Commencing his career with the federal government in 1969, Mr Dicerni’s professional journey led him through a series of pivotal roles during the 1970s and 1980s within the federal public service. These included positions such as Senior Assistant Deputy Minister of Health and Welfare, as well as Deputy Secretary to the Cabinet.

His expertise also extended to the provincial level, as he became the Deputy Minister of Environment and Energy for the Ontario Government in 1992, followed by his appointment as Deputy Minister of Education and Training in 1995.

In 1996, Mr Dicerni took on the mantle of President and CEO at the newly established Canadian Newspaper Association. Two years later, he transitioned to the position of Senior Vice President at Ontario Power Generation (OPG), a role he held for seven years. Notably, he led OPG as its CEO from 2003 to 2005.

Returning to federal service, he re-engaged as Deputy Minister of Industry from 2006 to 2012. Throughout his career, he actively contributed to various boards, including Trent University, the Credit Valley Hospital, Atomic Energy of Canada Ltd. (AECL), and the Public Policy Forum.

Richard Dicerni obituary and funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date by the family.

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