Télesphore Simard (1878–1955)[1][2][3] was a Canadian businessman and politician, serving as mayor of Quebec City from December 1927 to March 1928.

He prospered and later bought the Syndicat de Lévis and several other stores in the clothing business.

[1] During his short administration, the city adopted bylaws for borrowing substantial sums of money to finance public works, including modifications to the aqueduct and drainage system, building an annex to the Hôpital civique and building a bridge on the river Lairet.

Simard was defeated by Oscar Auger in the 20 February 1928 city election by a 7046 to 4752 vote.

[4] After his term as mayor, Simard's family grew to at least 24 children by 1931.