Stéphane Dion

Canadian politician and sociologist

Stéphane Dion - Canadian politician and sociologist
Born

September 28th, 1955
70 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Canada

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A Canadian sociologist and politician served as the 15th Canadian Minister of the Environment. Played a key role in the development and promotion of environmental policy in Canada. Contributed to academic discussions on Canadian federalism and climate change. Led the Liberal Party of Canada as its leader from 2006 to 2008, overseeing the party during a challenging election period. Later appointed as Canada’s ambassador to Germany, furthering diplomatic relations between the two countries.

Served as Minister of the Environment

Led the Liberal Party of Canada

Acted as Canada’s ambassador to Germany

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