Raymond Bachand

Canadian lawyer and politician

Raymond Bachand - Canadian lawyer and politician
Born

October 22nd, 1947
78 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Canada

Links & References

Engaged in Canadian politics and law. Served as a member of the National Assembly of Quebec. Held positions such as Minister of Economic Development, Innovation and Export Trade and Minister of Finance. Contributed to policy formation in various economic sectors throughout tenure.

Served as Minister of Finance in Quebec

Held leadership roles in economic development

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