Saint-Jacques (provincial electoral district)

Saint-Jacques is a former provincial electoral district in the Canadian province of Quebec. It was located in downtown Montreal.

The district was created in 1867, at the same time as Confederation and the establishment of Quebec as a province. It was named after the prominent Saint-Jacques Street (now Saint-Jacques), a major thoroughfare in Montreal's business district and historically the location of many financial institutions.

Throughout its history, Saint-Jacques was known for its diverse and often working-class population. It underwent significant demographic shifts over the decades, reflecting Montreal's changing ethnic makeup and urban development.

The district was abolished in the 1992 electoral map redistribution. The territory previously comprising Saint-Jacques was largely incorporated into the riding of Sainte-Marie–Saint-Jacques.

The electoral district was represented by a range of political parties over its lifespan, including the Liberal Party of Quebec, the Parti Québécois, and at times, independent members. Notable former Members of the National Assembly (MNAs) who represented Saint-Jacques include prominent figures in Quebec politics. The political leanings of the district varied throughout its history, reflecting the complex social and economic dynamics of the area.