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Christine Fréchette

Christine Fréchette is a Canadian politician from Quebec and a member of the Coalition Avenir Québec (CAQ).

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Christine Fréchette is a Canadian politician from Quebec and a member of the Coalition Avenir Québec (CAQ). She has represented Sanguinet in the National Assembly of Quebec since 2022 and, according to the National Assembly, has served as Quebec premier since 15 April 2026.

Early life and background

Christine Fréchette was born in Trois-Rivières, Quebec, in 1970. Before entering politics, she worked as a businesswoman, political staffer, and political analyst.

Political career

Fréchette was elected to the National Assembly for Sanguinet in 2022. She later held several cabinet portfolios in the Legault government, including immigration and economy-related ministries.

Leadership of the CAQ

Fréchette became leader of the Coalition Avenir Québec in April 2026 after François Legault resigned. She was subsequently sworn in as Quebec premier.

Public role

As premier, she leads Quebec's provincial government and is the second woman to hold the office after Pauline Marois.

Key facts

  • Christine Fréchette was born in Trois-Rivières, Quebec, in 1970.
  • She was elected to the National Assembly of Quebec for Sanguinet in 2022.
  • She is a member of the Coalition Avenir Québec (CAQ).
  • She served as minister of immigration and later minister of economy, innovation and energy.
  • She became leader of the CAQ and premier of Quebec in April 2026.
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Canadian context

She is a leading figure in Quebec provincial politics and one of the most prominent contemporary Canadian politicians from francophone Quebec.[1][2]

Frequently asked questions

Who is Christine Fréchette?
Christine Fréchette is a Quebec politician and member of the Coalition Avenir Québec who has represented Sanguinet in the National Assembly since 2022.
What is Christine Fréchette's role?
She is the premier of Quebec and leader of the Coalition Avenir Québec, according to the National Assembly of Quebec.
How old is Christine Fréchette?
Born on 15 August 1970, she is 55 or 56 years old depending on the current date in 2026.
What party is Christine Fréchette?
She is a member of the Coalition Avenir Québec (CAQ).
Where is Christine Fréchette from?
She was born in Trois-Rivières, Quebec, Canada.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christine_Fr%C3%A9chette
    Supports: Birth date and place, party, election to the National Assembly, ministerial roles, and CAQ leadership.
  2. Assemblée nationale du Québec — https://www.assnat.qc.ca/fr/deputes/frechette-christine-19269/index.html
    Supports: Official status as MNA for Sanguinet and as premier since 15 April 2026.
  3. Wikipedia — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christine_Fr%C3%A9chette
    Supports: Birth in Trois-Rivières, political offices, and leadership timeline.
  4. Assemblée nationale du Québec — https://www.assnat.qc.ca/en/deputes/frechette-christine-19269/biographie.html
    Supports: Born in Trois-Rivières in 1970.
  5. CBC News — https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/montreal/christine-frechette-swearing-in-new-premier-quebec-9.7164255
    Supports: Swearing-in as Quebec premier and age reported in 2026.