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Pierre Charles
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| In office 3 October 2000 – 6 January 2004 |
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| Preceded by | Roosevelt Douglas |
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| Succeeded by | Roosevelt Skerrit |
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Member of Parliament
for Grand Bay |
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| In office 1985 – 6 January 2004 |
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| Succeeded by | John Fabien |
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| Born | 30 June 1954 Grand Bay |
| Died | 6 January 2004 Roseau |
| Political party | DLP |
| Spouse | Justina Charles |
| Residence | Grand Bay |
| Religion | Roman Catholic |
Pierre Charles (June 30, 1954 – January 6, 2004) was Prime Minister of Dominica from 2000 to 2004 as well as Member of Parliament for Grand Bay, Dominica from 1985 until his death. He was born in Grand Bay in Saint Patrick parish. He began his high school education at the Dominica Grammar School and completed it at the St. Mary's Academy before pursuing studies at the local teachers college. He served as a teacher and community organizer before entering elective office.
He became ill in February 2003, and had angioplasty surgery. Concerns about his health led to calls for him to step down. However, he continued to serve as prime minister until his death, which occurred during a medical leave of absence. Osborne Riviere acted as Prime Minister in Charles' stead. However, upon return from his medical leave of absence, Charles succumbed to a heart attack while being driven home from a Cabinet meeting.
Pierre Charles is an Honorary Member of The International Raoul Wallenberg Foundation
External links
- Dominica PM dies: Globe and Mail (Canada)
| Preceded by Rosie Douglas |
Prime Minister of Dominica October 3, 2000 to January 6, 2004 |
Succeeded by Roosevelt Skerrit |
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