Lucien Bouchard is a Canadian politician and lawyer, known for his role in Quebec politics. Born on December 22, 1938, in the city of Chicoutimi, he served as the Premier of Quebec from 1996 to 2001. Bouchard was a key figure in the Quebec sovereignty movement and co-founded the Bloc Québécois, a federal political party advocating for Quebec's interests. Before entering politics, Bouchard had a successful career as a lawyer and was involved in various public service roles. He played a significant part in the Meech Lake Accord negotiations and later became a prominent voice for Quebec's autonomy. His contributions have left a lasting impact on the province's political landscape.