Marcel Deschambault (29 October 1916 – 11 June 1969) was a Canadian accountant and politician who served as a member of the House of Commons representing the federal electoral district of Terrebonne, Quebec, from 1958 to 1962 as a member of the Progressive Conservative Party.
Early life and education
Deschambault was born in Saint‑Jérôme, Quebec. Details of his formal education are not widely documented, but he pursued a career as a professional accountant prior to entering politics.
Professional career
Before his election to Parliament, Deschambault worked as an accountant. After his parliamentary service he returned to private practice, later serving as a bailiff and, in September 1968, being appointed Clerk of the Saint‑Antoine parish, a position he held until his death.
Political career
Deschambault first contested the Terrebonne riding in the 1957 federal election but was defeated. He was elected in the 1958 general election, defeating Liberal incumbent Raymond Raymond with 19,319 votes (51.4 % of the total). He served in the 24th Canadian Parliament. In the 1962 election he was unseated by Liberal candidate Léo Cadieux, who received 18,241 votes (48.6 %). Deschambault did not return to federal politics thereafter.
Personal life
He married Mérilda Huot on 11 November 1939; the couple had three daughters.
Death
Marcel Deschambault died on 11 June 1969 at the age of 52.
Electoral record (Terrebonne)
| Year | Party | Candidate | Votes | % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1958 | Progressive Conservative | Marcel Deschambault | 19,319 | 51.4 |
| 1958 | Liberal | Raymond Raymond | 18,241 | 48.6 |
References
- Parliament of Canada biography.
- “Le Parti Conservateur du comté de Terrebonne,” L'Écho des Laurentides, 10 May 1962.
- Archived municipal record: “Ville St‑Jérôme – Toponymie – D.” (web archive).
