Jacques Chagnon

Canadian educator and politician

Jacques Chagnon - Canadian educator and politician
Born

August 28th, 1952
72 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Canada

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An educator and politician contributed significantly to provincial politics in Quebec. Elected as a member of the National Assembly representing the Liberal Party, focused on education and community services. Served in various capacities within the government, emphasizing educational reform and public policy.

Elected as MNA for Westmount–Saint-Louis

Served as Minister of Education in Quebec

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