Gabriel Nadeau-Dubois

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Gabriel Nadeau-Dubois (born May 31, 1980) is a Canadian politician and activist. He is a member of the National Assembly of Quebec for the Gouin electoral district, representing the Québec solidaire party. Nadeau-Dubois is known for his role in the 2012 Quebec student protests and his advocacy for social justice and environmental issues.

Early Life and Education

Gabriel Nadeau-Dubois was born in Montreal, Quebec. He studied at the Université de Montréal, where he earned a degree in history and political science. During his time at university, he became actively involved in student politics and social movements.

Activism

Nadeau-Dubois rose to prominence as a spokesperson for the Coalition large de l'Association pour une solidarité syndicale étudiante (CLASSE) during the 2012 Quebec student protests. The protests, also known as the Maple Spring, were a series of student demonstrations against proposed tuition fee increases by the Quebec government. His leadership and eloquence made him a prominent figure in the movement, which eventually led to the cancellation of the tuition hikes.

Political Career

In 2017, Nadeau-Dubois entered politics as a candidate for Québec solidaire. He was elected to the National Assembly of Quebec in a by-election for the Gouin riding, succeeding Françoise David. As a member of the National Assembly, he has focused on issues such as climate change, income inequality, and public transportation.

Personal Life

Gabriel Nadeau-Dubois is known for his commitment to social justice and environmental causes. He continues to be an influential voice in Quebec politics and remains active in various social movements.

See Also

• 2012 Quebec student protests
• Québec solidaire
• National Assembly of Quebec
• Gouin (electoral district)