Robert Bertrand
Canadian politician (1953–2022) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Robert "Bob" Bertrand (April 4, 1953 – May 17, 2022) was a Canadian politician. He was born in Fort-Coulonge, Quebec.
Robert Bertrand | |
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Member of House of Commons | |
In office October 25, 1993 – June 27, 2004 | |
Preceded by | Barry Moore |
Succeeded by | David Smith |
Constituency | Pontiac—Gatineau—Labelle |
Parliamentary Secretary for the Minister of National Defence | |
In office July 16, 1998 – August 31, 2000 | |
Preceded by | John Richardson |
Succeeded by | Hector Clouthier |
Personal details | |
Born | April 4, 1953 Fort-Coulonge, Quebec, Canada |
Died | May 17, 2022 (aged 69) Shawville, Quebec, Canada |
Political party | Liberal |
Bertrand was a federal member of Parliament for the riding of Pontiac—Gatineau—Labelle. He ran and won in the 1993, 1997 and 2000 Canadian federal elections with significant majorities under the banner of the Liberal Party of Canada. Although considered a backbencher, he was very active in Parliament, participating in several standing committees including primarily National Defence and Veterans Affairs; working to study and improve the poor quality of life for members of the Canadian Forces and their families. He also served as Parliamentary Secretary for the Minister of National Defence from 1998 to 2000.