Pierre-Joseph-Olivier Chauveau

Pierre-Joseph-Olivier Chauveau (May 30, 1820 - April 4, 1890), born in Quebec City, was the first prime minister of the province of Quebec in 1867 leading a Conservative Party government. He was also the Minister of Education and Provincial Secretary. In 1873, he was appointed to the Canadian Senate as Speaker. In 1878, he became professor of Roman law at Laval University.

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Preceded by: None (First PM)

Prime Minister of Quebec

Succeeded by: Gédéon Ouimet