Jean Corbeil facts for kids
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Jean Corbeil
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| Minister of Labour | |
| In office January 30, 1989 – April 21, 1991 |
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| Prime Minister | Brian Mulroney |
| Preceded by | Pierre Cadieux |
| Succeeded by | Marcel Danis |
| Minister of Transport | |
| In office April 21, 1991 – November 3, 1993 |
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| Prime Minister | |
| Preceded by | Doug Lewis |
| Succeeded by | Doug Young |
| Member of Parliament for Anjou—Rivière-des-Prairies | |
| In office 1988–1993 |
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| Preceded by | Riding created |
| Succeeded by | Roger Pomerleau |
| Personal details | |
| Born | January 7, 1934 Montreal, Quebec, Canada |
| Died | June 25, 2002 (aged 68) |
| Political party | Progressive Conservative |
| Cabinet | Minister of Labour (1989-1991) Minister of Transport (1991-1993) |
Jean Corbeil (born January 7, 1934 – died June 25, 2002) was a Canadian politician. He worked to serve the public in different important roles.
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Early Life and Local Leadership
Jean Corbeil was born in Montreal, Quebec. He started his political career at the local level.
Mayor of Anjou
From 1973 to 1988, Jean Corbeil was the mayor of the city of Anjou. This means he was the main leader for that city. He helped make decisions for the people living there.
Leading Canadian Municipalities
From 1987 to 1988, he was the head of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities. This group helps cities and towns across Canada work together. They share ideas and solve problems.
National Politics
After his work in local government, Jean Corbeil moved into national politics.
Becoming a Member of Parliament
In the 1988 Canadian federal election, Jean Corbeil was elected to the House of Commons of Canada. This is where laws are made for the whole country. He represented the area called Anjou—Rivière-des-Prairies. He was part of the Progressive Conservative Party of Canada.
Serving as a Minister
Jean Corbeil became a Minister in the Canadian government. A Minister is like a leader for a specific part of the government. He worked under two Prime Ministers, Brian Mulroney and Kim Campbell.
He was the Minister of Labour from 1989 to 1991. This role involves looking after jobs and workers' rights. From 1991 to 1993, he was the Minister of Transport. In this job, he helped manage things like roads, railways, and airports.
Later Years
Jean Corbeil tried to be elected again in 1993 and 1997, but he was not successful. He passed away on June 25, 2002.
