Quebec politics
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Quebec’s Capital Region Left Out of Power in Provincial Vote
Voters in Quebec City and Chaudière-Appalaches elected zero governing party members, marking an unprecedented shift for the region.
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Fréchette and Drainville Clash Over Infrastructure in First CAQ Leadership Debate
Christine Fréchette and Bernard Drainville sparred over infrastructure and government size in their first debate to lead the Coalition Avenir Québec.
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Quebec Premier Fréchette commits to homelessness summit in 2027
Premier Christine Fréchette has pledged to convene a summit on homelessness in 2027, securing support from across the political spectrum to develop a national plan.
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Quebec Labour Minister Jean Boulet Announces Departure from Politics
Quebec Labour Minister Jean Boulet has confirmed he will not seek re-election, becoming the 32nd CAQ MNA to step down ahead of the fall vote.
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Isabelle Blais Targets PQ Nomination in Maskinongé
Actress Isabelle Blais has officially announced her bid for the Parti québécois nomination in Maskinongé, signaling a shift in local campaign dynamics ahead of the 2026 election.
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Maïté Blanchette Vézina Joins PCQ, Giving Party First MNA
Former CAQ minister Maïté Blanchette Vézina is set to join the Conservative Party of Quebec, marking the party’s return to the National Assembly.
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Marwah Rizqy Returns to Parliament Amid PLQ Leadership Race and Unresolved Status
Quebec MNA Marwah Rizqy is set to return to Parliament next week following a four-month absence, with her reintegration into the Quebec Liberal Party caucus remaining uncertain amidst a leadership election and ongoing internal investigations.
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Quebec Environment Minister Drainville Launches Bid for CAQ Leadership
Quebec Environment Minister Bernard Drainville has launched his campaign to lead the Coalition Avenir Québec (CAQ) and potentially become the next premier, entering a race that will culminate in April.
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Economy Minister Christine Fréchette to Officially Enter CAQ Leadership Race Sunday
Quebec Economy Minister Christine Fréchette is set to become the first official candidate in the Coalition Avenir Québec (CAQ) leadership race, with her announcement scheduled for Sunday in Trois-Rivières. Her early entry, backed by significant caucus support, signals the beginning…
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Quebec Premier François Legault Resigns Amid Plummeting Polls and Mounting Political Turmoil
Quebec Premier François Legault stepped down Wednesday, citing the good of his party and province amidst tanking polls and mounting controversies, ending a 28-year political career.
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CAQ MNA François Tremblay Arrested for Impaired Driving: Political Fallout and Public Safety Concerns
CAQ MNA François Tremblay was arrested for impaired driving in Saguenay with nearly double the legal alcohol limit. The incident sparks political debate and highlights a concerning rise in impaired driving cases in the region.
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Isabelle Poulet’s Future in CAQ Uncertain as Discontent Grows Over Doctor Pay Law
Isabelle Poulet, the CAQ MNA for Laporte, faces mounting pressure over Quebec’s new doctor pay law, prompting questions about her future in the party as Premier Legault intervenes.
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Quebec Social Services Minister Lionel Carmant Resigns Over Doctor Pay Law, Citing Family Impact
Lionel Carmant, Quebec’s Social Services Minister, has resigned from the CAQ party to sit as an independent, following controversy surrounding a new law tying doctor pay to performance. His decision was influenced by family concerns and public criticism, notably from…