Pierre-Joseph-Olivier Chauveau
Pierre-Joseph-Olivier Chauveau (May 30, 1820 - April 4, 1890), born in Quebec City, was the first prime minister of the province of Quebec in 1867 leading a Conservative Party government. He was also the Minister of Education and Provincial Secretary. In 1873, he was appointed Speaker of the Canadian Senate. In 1878, he became professor of Roman law at Laval University.
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Elections as party leader
He won the 1867 election and the 1871 election and resigned in 1873.
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Preceded by:
None (First PM)
List of Quebec premiers
Succeeded by:
Gédéon Ouimet