Health Sciences North in Sudbury has chosen a new leader.

Dominic Giroux, the president and vice-chancellor of Laurentian University, will take over as president and chief executive officer effective October 2.

“I love and will always be passionate about Laurentian,” said Giroux, in a media release.

“We have so much to be proud of, and so much to be excited about as we look out into the future with an outstanding team in place. It has been a privilege to lead our university community and work with exceptional and committed colleagues, students, governors, alumni, donors and partners.”

In a media release, the hospital said Giroux was the unanimous choice of its selection committee.

Giroux was one of four members of the Commission on the Reform of Ontario’s Public Services, which made in 2012 over 100 health-related recommendations.

He replaces Denis Roy, who announced plans to retire.

Giroux's term at Laurentian will end in August. A presidential search will not be initiated before Summer 2018. The next president and vice-chancellor is expected to be appointed in December 2018.

Laurentian’s board of governors has appointed vice president Pierre Zundel as interim president and vice-chancellor; effective August 21st until June 30, 2019.

“Wednesday marks an exciting new path for HSN and HSNRI,” said Nicole Everest, Health Sciences North and HSN Research Institute board chair.

"With Greater Sudbury positioning itself as a hub of health excellence, we were seeking a CEO with a proven track record of delivering results, along with experience in an academic environment to advance our teaching and research missions. We feel we have found that and much more in Dominic, and we’re excited about the opportunity to bring HSN, HSNRI and northern Ontario to the next level."