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Victor Dodig Begins Tenure as President and CEO of TELUS

By The Northwire Desk — AI Analysis Jul 01, 2026 · 06:45 T · 15.0 TELUS CORPORATION
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Executive Summary

  • Victor Dodig officially begins his tenure as President and Chief Executive Officer of TELUS Corporation, succeeding Darren Entwistle.
  • The transition was a planned succession; Dodig had joined as CEO Designate on May 1, 2026, and served on the Board since May 2022.
  • Darren Entwistle retired on June 30, 2026, after 26 years of leadership, stepping down from the Board but retaining the title of CEO Emeritus and serving as an advisor until April 30, 2027.

Key Details

  • New CEO: Victor Dodig assumes the roles of President and CEO effective July 1, 2026.
  • Predecessor: Darren Entwistle retired on June 30, 2026, following 26 years of leadership.
  • Transition Timeline: Dodig joined as CEO Designate on May 1, 2026; the appointment was announced on February 12, 2026.
  • Board Status: Entwistle has stepped down from the TELUS Board of Directors.
  • Advisory Role: Entwistle will remain available to Dodig as an advisor through April 30, 2027.
  • CEO Background: Dodig brings over three decades of executive experience, including 11 years as President and CEO of Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC), where he oversaw strategic and financial transformation.

Notable Quotes

  • Victor Dodig, President and CEO: "I am honoured to take on this role and look forward to an exciting next chapter in TELUS' growth... I want to thank Darren for his extraordinary leadership over 26 years in building that foundation and for his invaluable partnership through this management transition."
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