Ernest Cimon

Ernest Cimon, born on March thirtieth, eighteen forty-eight, in Murray Bay, Canada East, was a prominent figure in Quebec's legal and political landscape. The son of Cléophe Cimon, a notary and legislative assembly representative for Charlevoix, Ernest pursued his education at Université Laval, where he laid the foundation for a distinguished career in law.

After being called to the bar in eighteen seventy-one, Cimon established his legal practice in Chicoutimi, where he quickly made a name for himself. His dedication to public service led him to serve as Crown Prosecutor and later as mayor of Chicoutimi. His political career flourished when he represented the Chicoutimi—Saguenay riding in the House of Commons of Canada as a Conservative member from eighteen seventy-four to eighteen eighty-two.

In eighteen eighty-two, Cimon's judicial career took a significant turn when he was appointed to the Quebec Superior Court for the Gaspé district. He later served in various districts, including Joliette, Kamouraska, and Montmagny, showcasing his legal expertise and commitment to justice. Cimon's personal life saw him marry Stella, the daughter of Hector-Louis Langevin, in eighteen ninety-one, further intertwining his legacy with notable Canadian figures.

After a long and impactful career, Cimon retired from the bench in nineteen fourteen. He passed away in Quebec City in nineteen seventeen, leaving behind a legacy of public service and dedication to the law. His daughter, Stella, continued the family's connection to politics by marrying Louis Côté, who would later serve in the Canadian Senate.