Jean-François Roux

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Jean-Francois Roux
Incumbent
Riding Arthabaska (2007-present)
In office since April 25, 2007
Preceded by Claude Bachand
Born February 19, 1973 (1973-02-19) (age 35)
Victoriaville, Quebec
Political party

Action démocratique du Québec

Portfolio(s) Regions

Jean-François Roux (born February 19, 1973 in Victoriaville, Quebec) is a politician from Quebec, Canada, and the Action démocratique du Québec Member of the National Assembly for the electoral district of Arthabaska.

Roux studied psychology and philosophy at Bishop's University but did not complete a degree. He worked as a director for several small businesses in Victoriaville including a director for sales and director for projects.

He was also a football instructor for two secondary school football team as well as a community radio host for Bishop's University's CJMQ-FM. He was also the founder of the pastoral collegiate council at the CEGEP de Victoriaville.

He was first elected in the 2007 election with 42% of the vote. Liberal incumbent Claude Bachand, finished second with 30% of the vote. [1] Roux took office on April 12, 2007 and was named the critic for regions. [2]

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National Assembly of Quebec
Preceded by
Claude Bachand
MNA for Arthabaska
2007–present
Succeeded by
incumbent
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