By 1830, he was involved in provincial politics and ran unsuccessfully in Kamouraska. He won a by-election in 1832 for Montmorency, a riding left vacant by Philippe Panet.
In 1830, he became involved in provincial politics and ran unsuccessfully for the position of representative in Kamouraska.  He later won a by-election in 1832 to represent Montmorency, a seat previously held by Philippe Panet.