Quebec politicians

A Quebec mayor opens up about the ‘shocking’ threats politicians are facing

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A Quebec mayor opens up about the ‘shocking’ threats politicians are facing

Quebec’s plan to curb the often toxic climate that drives out local politicians is being welcomed by Montreal-area mayors who have long called for change. Longueuil Mayor Catherine Fournier was placed under intermittent police protection last year and has received death threats over a years-long, controversial plan to cull local deer. Her predecessor was also … Read more

Threatening politicians could result in $1,500 fine under new Quebec bill

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Threatening politicians could result in ,500 fine under new Quebec bill

People who harass or threaten Quebec politicians could soon be hit with a court injunction or a fine of up to $1,500, if a new bill tabled in the provincial legislature on Wednesday is adopted. Municipal Affairs Minister Andrée Laforest presented the proposed legislation, which aims to put an end to the often-toxic climate faced … Read more