Biography
Robert Bouchard was elected to the 17th Legislative Assembly of the Northwest Territories as the Member for Hay River North on October 3, 2011.
Mr. Bouchard was born and raised in Hay River. After graduating from Diamond Jenness Secondary School, Mr. Bouchard completed a Bachelor’s of Management in Finance at the University of Lethbridge. After completing his post-secondary education, Mr. Bouchard returned to Hay River and began work with the GNWT as an Economic Development Officer.
In 1995, Mr. Bouchard was elected as a Town Councillor. He served for 11 years. In 2000, he started his own company which provides snow removal, auctioneering services, and business consulting to the city of Hay River.
Mr. Bouchard has been involved with many community organizations in Hay River including the Curling Club, Break-up Committee, Rec Hockey League, Polar Pond Hockey League and the Jet Boat Committee.
In his extra time, Robert enjoys sports such as golf, curling, and volleyball.
Robert is the youngest of seven children. His parents Wilbrod and Betty Bouchard are long-time Hay River residents.
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