Gilles Fortin is a common name. This article focuses on Gilles Fortin, the Canadian politician.
Gilles Fortin (born August 27, 1946) is a former Canadian provincial politician who served as a Member of the National Assembly of Quebec for the electoral district of Crémazie from 1981 to 1985.
Early Life and Education
Born in Montréal, Quebec, Fortin pursued higher education at the Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM). He earned a Bachelor of Science in political science, followed by a Master of Arts degree in the same field. Before entering politics, he worked as a teacher and later as a political advisor.Political Career
Fortin was elected to the National Assembly of Quebec in the 1981 general election, representing the Parti Québécois in the Crémazie riding. During his single term, he held several parliamentary assistant roles:- Parliamentary assistant to the Minister of Recreation, Hunting and Fishing (1982-1983)
- Parliamentary assistant to the Minister of Science and Technology (1983-1985) He did not seek re-election in the 1985 provincial election.
Later Life
Following his political career, Fortin remained active in public and environmental affairs. He notably served as the director general of the Fédération québécoise pour le saumon de l'Atlantique (FQSA), an organization dedicated to the conservation and restoration of Atlantic salmon in Quebec.Other Individuals Named Gilles Fortin
While this article focuses on the politician, other notable individuals named Gilles Fortin include:- Gilles Fortin (film director): A Canadian film director and producer known for documentaries and short films, such as "Le Grand Embouteillage" (1969).
- Gilles Fortin (researcher): A Canadian academic and researcher, often associated with studies in health sciences or biology.
- Gilles Fortin (ice hockey): A former Canadian professional ice hockey player.