Jean Renaud (c. 1734 – 16 March 1794) is first noted in Canadian history in 1768 when he married at Quebec City.
He owned property and was a merchant Renaud was noted during the American siege of Quebec in the winter of 1775–1776 as a member of the British militia.
In recognition of his service he was appointed as chief road commissioner for the District of Quebec in 1782.
Renaud was involved in a number of important improvements to the roads of the area.
This road was important for improved royal mail service to Fort Howe, New Brunswick.