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Andrés Fontecilla

b. 1967

Canadian politician

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About Andrés Fontecilla

Born 1967. Andrés Fontecilla is a Canadian politician.

Andrés Fontecilla (born 20 September 1967) is a Canadian politician from Quebec. He was elected to the National Assembly of Quebec in the 2018 provincial election, representing the electoral district of Laurier-Dorion as a member of Québec solidaire.

He was co-spokesperson of the party, along with Françoise David, from 2013 to 2017.

Following his election in the 2022 provincial election, he was chosen to lead the issues of Housing and Dwelling, Immigration, Francisation and Integration, Fight against Racism, and Public Safety.

Biography Fontecilla was born in Chile but emigrated to Canada in 1981, having fled the authoritarian regime of Augusto Pinochet.

He was again defeated in the 2014 Quebec general election, but won in 2018.

Electoral record

Result compared to Action démocratique

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Important facts

Born
20 September 1967, Chile
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
Canada
Education
Université de Montréal
Positions held
Member of the National Assembly of Quebec, Male spokesperson of Québec solidaire

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Andrés Fontecilla?

Canadian politician

When was Andrés Fontecilla born?

Andrés Fontecilla was born on 20 September 1967 in Chile.

What is Andrés Fontecilla's occupation?

Andrés Fontecilla is a politician.

What nationality is Andrés Fontecilla?

Andrés Fontecilla is Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Andrés Fontecilla

· Wikidata: Q13534624

· DBpedia: Andrés Fontecilla

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