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Guillaume Deschênes-Thériault

LiberalMadawaska—RestigoucheNew Brunswick
119Votes Cast
20Speeches
0Bills Sponsored
Background
Born
June 11, 1994 — Kedgwick, New Brunswick
Family
Widowed, wife Stéphanie Bacher (deceased)
Education
Bachelor's degree in political science from the Université de Moncton; Master's degree in Canadian Politics from the University of Ottawa; Doctoral studies at the University of Ottawa (thesis in progress)
Career
Research associate at the Sociopol research firm; Columnist for Francopresse; Political commentator on FM Route 17 radio
Political Experience
Municipal councillor for Kedgwick (2021-2025); Elected Member of Parliament for Madawaska—Restigouche (2025)
Notable
Leading figure in New Brunswick's protest movement against the Employment Insurance reform; Co-wrote a book on the history of Kedgwick; Involved in the protection and promotion of the French language and Acadian culture; President of a local branch of the Société de l'Acadie du Nouveau-Brunswick
Public Profile

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Before entering federal politics, Guillaume Deschênes-Thériault worked in the field of education. He was reportedly a teacher and later a school principal in New Brunswick. This background in the education sector formed his professional career prior to his election as a Member of Parliament.

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House Seat
2025 Election Results — Madawaska—Restigouche
Guillaume Deschênes-Thériault(Liberal)22,720 (55.2%)
Michel Morin(Conservative)16,320 (39.6%)
Daisy Petersen(NDP-New Democratic Party)1,251 (3.0%)
Nancy Mercier(People's Party)887 (2.2%)

Total votes cast: 41,178

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Recent Activity
May 6, 2026
QuestionOfficial Languages

Mr. Speaker, for over 100 years, the organization Acfas has been helping to advance and promote research, innovation and science culture in French. Next week, it will hold its annual congress in Trois‑Rivières, with more than 260 lectures showcasing the diversity of science in French. It will be one of the largest multidisciplinary scientific gatherings in the French-speaking world. Can the

May 5, 2026
InterjectionBusiness of Supply

Mr. Speaker, I think that is why it is important to have a comprehensive strategy with short-term actions, including the assistance measures that were recently announced in the form of loans and various types of subsidies to help the businesses most affected by the tariffs. There are also medium- and long-term measures. Strengthening the Canadian market means investments in our infrastructure

May 5, 2026
QuestionBusiness of Supply

Mr. Speaker, I want to thank my colleague for his speech. As I listen to him and read the motion, I see our government's overall direction and the comprehensive approach we have taken on economic issues, from diversifying our international partnerships and providing immediate relief measures, such as the funds we just announced this week, to strengthening the domestic market and boosting demand.

May 5, 2026
InterjectionBusiness of Supply

Mr. Speaker, in my speech, I mentioned the importance of concrete examples. When we announce an additional $500 million through the tariff response initiative, for example, what does that mean for small and medium-sized businesses in our regions? It means support for businesses in Les Pays-d'en-Haut. It also means support for businesses like Max Steel in Madawaska—Restigouche to modernize,

May 5, 2026
QuestionBusiness of Supply

Mr. Speaker, I would like to know whether my colleague agrees with me. I would say that one of the strengths of our government's strategy is that we are truly presenting a comprehensive plan. We are helping businesses that have immediate needs. We are diversifying our markets abroad. We are building a stronger domestic market, particularly through strategic infrastructure investments and our

May 5, 2026
InterjectionBusiness of Supply

Mr. Speaker, I would like to remind my colleague that, over the past year, we have announced a series of measures to support the development of major projects of national interest in Canada. I am thinking in particular of the offshore wind project off the coast of Nova Scotia and a whole range of other major projects. We have also announced a suite of targeted measures to support our businesses

May 5, 2026
QuestionBusiness of Supply

Mr. Speaker, in the member's introduction, he mentioned the trade diversification strategy that we are putting in place. He made reference to the various trade agreements. We have signed about 20 agreements in the last 11 months, and those trade agreements are making a difference. Already, in 2025, we have increased the value of our non-U.S. exports by $33 billion over 2024. This will have a

May 5, 2026
DebateBusiness of Supply

Mississauga—Lakeshore Mr. Speaker, I will be sharing my time with the member for. Today's motion concerns measures to support the manufacturing sector in the face of unjustified and illegal tariffs. The United States, the world's largest economy, is fundamentally reshaping its trade relations with the rest of the world. This rapid transformation is causing significant disruption and major