Laurentides (electoral district)
Laurentides is a federal electoral district in Quebec, Canada, that has been represented in the House of Commons since 2004.
Geography:
The riding is located north of Montreal and includes municipalities in the Laurentides region. Its boundaries have fluctuated somewhat over time due to population changes and electoral boundary redistributions. Generally, it encompasses areas within the regional county municipalities (MRCs) of Pays-d'en-Haut, Argenteuil, and parts of Mirabel.
History:
The electoral district was created in 2003 from parts of the former ridings of Argenteuil—Papineau—Mirabel and Laurentides. It was first contested in the 2004 federal election.
Demographics:
The riding is primarily French-speaking. The population is generally considered to be a mix of urban and rural communities, with significant tourism related to the Laurentian mountains.
Political Representation:
Laurentides has seen representation from multiple political parties over its existence. Results have varied election to election, reflecting the changing political landscape of Quebec and Canada.
Notable Past Elections:
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See also:
- List of Canadian federal electoral districts
- Laurentides (region)