Claude-Thomas Dupuy

Claude-Thomas Dupuy (French pronunciation: [klod tɔma dypɥi]; 10 December 1678 – 15 September 1738) was from Paris, France, where he followed the family's path of upward mobility and prepared himself for a career in law.

He succeeded Michel Bégon de la Picardière in this position.

Dupuy took possession of his office in September, 1726, but remained only two years in Canada.

A continued disharmony between the two caused, in large part, the recall of Dupuy.

He returned to France and started a new career in the scientific world where he was well regarded and successful.