Dominique Ducharme is a Canadian ice hockey coach and former player, known for his role in the National Hockey League (NHL). He was born on December 29, 1982, in LaSalle, Quebec. Ducharme played junior hockey in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League before transitioning to coaching, where he gained recognition for his strategic approach and player development skills. Ducharme served as an assistant coach for the Montreal Canadiens and later became the head coach during the 2020-2021 season. Under his leadership, the Canadiens reached the Stanley Cup Finals for the first time since 1993, showcasing his ability to guide a team through challenging playoff scenarios.