About Jacques Grenier
Lived 1823 – 1909 (aged 86). Jacques Grenier was a Canadian politician and businessperson.
Jacques Grenier (20 January 1823 – 5 March 1909) was a Canadian businessman and politician. He was mayor of Montreal.
Background
He was born in Berthierville.
Provincial He was the Liberal candidate to the provincial legislature in the district of Montréal-Est in 1878, but lost against Louis-Olivier Taillon.
City Councillor Grenier was a City Councillor in Montreal from 1857 to 1860, from 1861 to 1865, from 1872 to 1873 and from 1874 to 1889. He resigned in 1889 to run for Mayor.
Mayor of Montreal He was elected Mayor of Montreal in 1889, was re-elected in 1890, but was defeated in 1891.
After his death in 1909, he was entombed at the Notre Dame des Neiges Cemetery in Montreal.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jacques Grenier?
former mayor of Montreal, Quebec (1889-1891)
When was Jacques Grenier born?
Jacques Grenier was born on 20 January 1823 in Berthierville.
When did Jacques Grenier die?
Jacques Grenier died on 5 March 1909 in Montreal.
What was Jacques Grenier's occupation?
Jacques Grenier was a politician and businessperson.
What nationality was Jacques Grenier?
Jacques Grenier was Canadian.
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