Leo Bernier | |
|---|---|
| Ontario MPP | |
| In office 1966–1987 | |
| Preceded by | Robert Gibson |
| Succeeded by | Frank Miclash |
| Constituency | Kenora |
| Personal details | |
| Born | August 12, 1928 Sioux Lookout, Ontario |
| Died | June 28, 2010 (aged 81) Sioux Lookout, Ontario |
| Political party | Progressive Conservative |
| Spouse | Marjorie Bernier |
| Children | 4 |
| Occupation | Businessman |
Leo Edward Bernier (August 12, 1928 – June 28, 2010) was a politician in Ontario, Canada. He served in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario from 1966 to 1987, and was a cabinet minister in the governments of Bill Davis and Frank Miller. Bernier was a member of the Progressive Conservative Party. Bernier presided over a time in Northern Ontario when the economy was booming. He was also a personable and well-liked MPP who looked out for his constituents. He was known by his nickname as "Emperor of the North".