Antoine Dionne Charest

Biography

A liberal activist for more than fifteen years, Antoine Dionne Charest first became involved with the Quebec Liberal Party’s Youth Commission before continuing his involvement in several party bodies, notably the National Policy Commission. He has also contributed to discussions on the future of the party by co-authoring several reports, including one on the revitalization of the Quebec Liberal Party in 2024.

As a public affairs and strategic communications consultant, he has extensive experience with government and institutional issues. In particular, he served as an advisor to the president of the public relations firm NATIONAL, founded his own consulting firm, and held various positions within ministerial offices, notably with the ministers of Labor, Employment, and Social Solidarity, as well as with the president of the Treasury Board. These experiences have enabled him to develop a deep understanding of how the government operates and of the major economic and social challenges facing Quebec.

Antoine Dionne Charest holds a Ph.D. in political philosophy from the University of Montreal, a master’s degree from the London School of Economics and Political Science, and a bachelor’s degree in political science from Concordia University; he has also taught ethics and public policy. A well-known current affairs commentator, he has contributed to public debate in several Quebec media outlets.

Drawing on his commitment to the Quebec Liberal Party, his experience in public policy, and his deep connection to Verdun, Antoine Dionne Charest now hopes to put his expertise to work for the citizens of the Verdun riding and help build a more prosperous, fairer, and more ambitious Quebec.