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Lesage government

The Lesage government refers to the administration led by Premier Daniel Johnson Lesage in Quebec from 1960 to 1966. It was a Liberal government focused on modernizing Quebec’s economy, improving education, and expanding social services. During this period, significant efforts were made to industrialize the province and promote regional development. The government also aimed to strengthen Quebec’s cultural identity and work towards greater autonomy within Canada. Overall, Lesage’s leadership marked a time of social progress and economic growth, laying foundations for Quebec's future development.