Christine Fréchette

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Christine Fréchette ( fray-SHET; French pronunciation: [fʁeʃɛt]; born August 15, 1970) is a Canadian politician and businesswoman who served as the 33rd premier of Quebec and leader of the Coalition Avenir Québec (CAQ) from April to October 2026. She served as a member of the National Assembly of Quebec representing the electoral district of Sanguinet from 2022 to 2026. In the Legault ministry, Fréchette served in several positions, including as Minister of Immigration, Francisation and Integration and Minister of Economy, Innovation and Energy. She was elected leader of the CAQ in April 2026 following the resignation of François Legault, becoming the second female premier of the province after Pauline Marois.

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