Gérard Deltell
- Born
- August 8, 1964 — Quebec City
- Education
- Cégep de Sainte-Foy (Social Science, 1984); Université Laval (History, 1989); Collège des annonceurs radio télévision (1982); École de radio et de télévision Promédia (1993)
- Career
- TV correspondent with TQS; TVA and Radio-Canada stations in Quebec City; CIRO-FM radio station as a radio show host; Journalist for over 20 years
- Political Experience
- MNA for Chauveau in the National Assembly of Quebec from 2008 to 2015; Leader of the Action démocratique du Québec (ADQ) from 2009 until it merged with the Coalition Avenir Québec (CAQ) in 2012; CAQ's house leader until 2014; MP for Louis-Saint-Laurent since 2015; Opposition House Leader from 2020 to 2022
- Notable
- Also holds French citizenship; Received a pilot's license for ultralight aircraft in 2005
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Business & Financial Interests
Before entering politics, Gérard Deltell had a long career as a journalist. He worked for several television and radio broadcasters in the Quebec City area, including TQS, TVA, and Radio-Canada. He was first elected provincially to the National Assembly of Quebec in 2008 before moving to federal politics in 2015. Public records do not indicate significant private business holdings or investments outside of his role as a Member of Parliament.
Key Relationships & Connections
In provincial politics, Deltell was the final leader of the Action démocratique du Québec (ADQ) party before it merged with the Coalition Avenir Québec (CAQ), which is led by current Quebec Premier François Legault. In federal politics, he has served in senior roles within the Conservative Party of Canada. He was appointed as the Official Opposition House Leader by both former leader Erin O'Toole and current leader Pierre Poilievre, indicating a close working relationship with the party leadership.
Public Controversies
In 2017, Mr. Deltell faced criticism for comments he made questioning the timing of NDP MP Niki Ashton's pregnancy announcement during her party's leadership race. Critics called the remarks insensitive, and Deltell subsequently apologized. In 2021, he also apologized for comments made in the House of Commons directed at the Bloc Québécois. His remarks were interpreted by some as questioning the loyalty of Bloc MPs, which caused a significant backlash.
Where Gérard falls on key policy spectrums
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Gérard Deltell won with 29,525 votes (44.9%)
Total votes cast: 65,817
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Mr. Speaker, let us not forget that, last year, when the internationally renowned banker ran for Prime Minister, he said that he would be careful with taxpayers' money. A year later, here are the results: The cost of living is very high, we have the worst food inflation in the G7, there are more taxes, more debt and more charges on the credit card. In short, this great banker is nothing more than
Mr. Speaker, let us remember that a year ago, the Liberals were forecasting a $31‑billion deficit. One year later, it is twice that—$65 billion. That is the reality after one year of Liberal governance. Worse still, the outlook from now to 2031, according to the economic statement, is another trillion dollars added to the debt. More and more spending is an indication that the deficits will
Mr. Speaker, I want to thank my colleague for his interesting speech. He made a lot of historical references. When he talked about the Aquarius song from the 1970s, however, I must confess that I tend to associate Aquarius with the name of the Apollo 13 lunar module from April 1971, which saved the lives of the three astronauts on that mission. Let me be more serious about this and talk about
Madam Speaker, there is nothing more important than having enough to eat. After 10 years of Liberal governance, the situation here in Canada is terrible. One in three Canadians has to borrow money to put food on the table. Some 2.2 million Canadians are visiting food banks every month. What is really heartbreaking is that one in three children has to go to a food bank. That does not make any
Madam Speaker, the parliamentary secretary knows very well that I have a great deal of respect for him because, when he was a member of the provincial government, he ran a zero deficit. However, he is currently a member of a government that has run up a $67‑billion deficit. The problem is that these Liberals have launched all kinds of programs over the past 10 years, all with zero results. Some
Mr. Chair, I would like some clarification.
Markham—Unionville We understand that you have been far more effective than the Liberal government, as the member forsaid. He believes that “millions of Canadians are struggling to find affordable housing” and that “this latest report confirms just how out of touch and unhelpful the same old Liberal government has been.” That's according to MP Michael Ma.