Pauline Rochefort

Pauline Rochefort (born June 17, 1957) is a Canadian politician who has served as the member of Parliament for the riding of Nipissing—Timiskaming as a member of the Liberal Party of Canada since 2025. Prior to entering federal politics, she served as the mayor of East Ferris, Ontario from 2018 to 2025.

Background

Rochefort was born June 17, 1957, the second child of Rolande and Bernard Rochefort. She graduated from École secondaire Algonquin in North Bay in 1976. She graduated from Laurentian University with a Bachelor of Commerce in 1980 and completed a Master of Business Administration from the University of Ottawa in 2000.

Political career

Rochefort served as the deputy mayor of East Ferris, Ontario from 2014 to 2018 before being elected mayor later in 2018. She was re-elected in 2022. During her tenure, her council oversaw several community projects, including the opening of a new medical office and pharmacy and new municipal offices, and recreational facilities.

In early 2025, Rochefort sought and was acclaimed as the Liberal candidate for the riding of Nipissing—Timiskaming. She won election on April 28, 2025. She resigned as mayor on May 8.

Personal life

Rochefort is married to Ronald Roy. She is a cousin of Bernard Grandmaître, a former member of Provincial Parliament for Ottawa East.

Electoral record