intendant (q.v.) of New France twice, 1665-1668 and 1670-1672. By encouraging settlement, agriculture, industry, trade, and mining (including copper mining on Lake Superior), he ensured the viability and stability of New France while also maintaining a fragile peace with the Iroquois. Returning to France he became secretary to the King. He is considered a major figure in the history of Canada.

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[Source: Dictionary of Canadian Biography, Volume I (1000-1700), University of Toronto Press, 1966.Offered to supplement your entry under that name.Dictionary of Canadian Biography, Volume I (1000-1700), University of Toronto Press, 1966.]