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Charles Milliard

Charles Milliard is a Canadian politician, businessman, and pharmacist from Quebec.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Charles Milliard is a Canadian politician, businessman, and pharmacist from Quebec. He has been leader of the Quebec Liberal Party since 2026 and previously served as president and chief executive officer of the Fédération des chambres de commerce du Québec (FCCQ) from 2020 to 2024.

Early life and education

Charles Milliard was born in Lévis, Quebec, on 10 September 1979. He studied pharmacy at Université Laval and later earned an MBA from HEC Montréal.

Business and professional career

Milliard built a career in pharmacy, health management, and business leadership. He served in executive roles at Uniprix and NATIONAL before leading the FCCQ from 2020 to 2024.

Political career

Milliard has been involved with the Quebec Liberal Party since 1998. He ran in the party’s 2025 leadership race and became its leader in 2026 by acclamation.

Public roles and affiliations

Outside politics, Milliard has served on boards and in leadership roles tied to culture, education, and the arts in Quebec. These include organizations such as the Festival international de Lanaudière and the Festival TransAmériques.

Key facts

  • Charles Milliard is a Canadian politician, businessman, and pharmacist from Quebec.
  • He became leader of the Quebec Liberal Party in 2026 by acclamation.
  • He served as president and CEO of the FCCQ from 2020 to 2024.
  • He studied pharmacy at Université Laval and earned an MBA from HEC Montréal.
  • He has been involved with the Quebec Liberal Party since 1998.
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Canadian context

Milliard is a Quebec provincial political leader, and his career has been shaped by Canadian pharmacy, business, and Quebec political institutions. He is relevant to Canadian readers as the leader of a major provincial party in Canada’s second-most populous province.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Charles Milliard?
Charles Milliard is a Quebec politician, businessman, and pharmacist who became leader of the Quebec Liberal Party in 2026.
When was Charles Milliard born?
He was born on 10 September 1979.
What is Charles Milliard known for professionally?
He is known for work in pharmacy, business management, and as former president and CEO of the FCCQ.
How did Charles Milliard become leader of the Quebec Liberal Party?
He was elected by acclamation in 2026 after becoming the only admissible candidate.
Where is Charles Milliard from?
He is from Lévis, Quebec, Canada.
What is Charles Milliard’s connection to Canadian politics?
He is a Quebec provincial political leader within the Quebec Liberal Party, a major political party in Quebec.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_Milliard
    Supports: Birth date, nationality, occupation, and leadership of the Quebec Liberal Party since 2026.
  2. Quebec Liberal Party — https://plq.org/en/equipe/charles-milliard/
    Supports: Biography, party membership since 1998, executive background, education, and leadership role.
  3. Quebec Liberal Party — https://plq.org/en/charles-milliard-elected-17th-leader-of-the-quebec-liberal-party/
    Supports: Election by acclamation in 2026 and former FCCQ leadership.
  4. CityNews Halifax — https://halifax.citynews.ca/2026/02/13/quicksketch-a-look-at-newly-acclaimed-quebec-liberal-leader-charles-milliard/
    Supports: Birthplace, age, education, and 2025 leadership race placement.