Mario Pelchat partner Claire Lemaître-Auger: fashion designer and vineyard co-owner celebrates 30 years together

Mario Pelchat appeared on En direct de l'univers on October 11, 2025, with performances by artists, family members and friends celebrating his musical career. Claire Lemaître-Auger, Pelchat's partner, performed a touching number during the broadcast.

Pelchat and Lemaître-Auger celebrated their pearl wedding anniversary in August, 2024, marking three decades together. The couple first married in 1994, separated for ten years, then remarried in 2014. Their relationship has spanned significant personal and professional milestones throughout the decades.

Lemaître-Auger works in the fashion industry and holds training in art and fashion design. She has worked for major retailers including Holt Renfrew and Ogilvy, according to Tourisme Basses-Laurentides website information about the couple.


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Lemaître-Auger has collaborated with designer Denis Gagnon throughout her career. She has presented her own fashion collections in notable fashion shows over the years, receiving recognition that included a mention in VOGUE Italy. Her fashion work has established her reputation in the Canadian design community.

Domaine Pelchat Lemaître-Auger vineyard in Lower Laurentians

Pelchat and Lemaître-Auger own Domaine Pelchat Lemaître-Auger, a vineyard located in the Lower Laurentians region of Quebec. Lemaître-Auger manages operations at the family estate in addition to her fashion industry work.

The vineyard represents a family business venture for the couple, combining their professional interests with property management in the Lower Laurentians area. The estate reflects their shared entrepreneurial vision beyond their individual creative careers.

Mario Pelchat television appearance featured diverse musical universe

En direct de l'univers featured Pelchat's musical universe ranging from Pink Floyd to Sardou on Saturday night, October 11. The program showcased performances by various artists celebrating the singer's contributions to Quebec music.

The broadcast aired at 7 p.m. on ICI TÉLÉ, hosted by France Beaudoin. Family members and friends participated in the celebration of Pelchat's musical career, with Lemaître-Auger's performance marking a highlight of the evening.