Alex Boissonneault launches PQ candidacy with local pride
Wednesday, May 14, 2025, 1:21 pm
Alex Boissonneault has officially thrown his hat in the ring for the PQ, banking on deep local roots to win over his constituency. The announcement is generating a buzz that’s as local as a town hall meeting—with its own share of political theatrics.
Alex Boissonneault, a former journalist with Radio-Canada, hopes voters in the Arthabaska riding will look past his choices as a young adult
SAINT-FERDINAND - The Parti Québécois is defending its candidate in an upcoming byelection northeast of Montreal after criticism of his far-left, militant past.
L’annonce de la candidature a fait grand bruit, en raison de son passé judiciaire comme militant d’extrême gauche.
Visé par de multiples attaques avant même la confirmation de sa candidature, le journaliste Alex Boissonneault a annoncé mercredi matin qu’il porterait les couleurs du Parti québécois (PQ) dans Arthabaska, soulignant ses racines profondes dans cette circonscription, où le curé du village l’appelle…
permalink / 4 stories from sources in 10 days ago #politics #elections #quebec #bloc
More Top Stories...
Tragic Multi-Vehicle Crash in London, Ont Claims Five Lives
A devastating multi-vehicle collision near London, Ontario, resulted in the deaths of five individuals – four teenagers and one adult – following a high-impact crash between an SUV and a transport truck. Ontario Provincial Police are investigating the complex scene with heavy scrutiny. More...
Canada Post delivery service shake-up sparks local concern
An Industrial Inquiry Commission report is prompting a shift from traditional door-to-door mail delivery to community mailboxes, igniting worry among residents about accessibility and reduced convenience. Critics wonder if cost-cutting is eclipsing customer service, leaving communities to adapt to the new postal landscape with little resistance. More...
Alberta energy regulator fines firm $456K for misleading applications
Alberta’s energy watchdog has fined a company $456K for submitting incomplete and misleading reclamation applications. This hefty penalty underscores the regulator’s resolve to clamp down on corporate missteps, even if the fine barely buys a decent lunch these days. More...
Hudson’s Bay Seals Lease Deal with B.C. Mall Owner
Hudson’s Bay is shifting gears by finalizing a deal to sell up to 28 store leases to a B.C. mall owner planning to launch a modern department store. The move signals a strategic pivot in retail real estate as the iconic chain adapts to evolving market trends. More...
Alberta Judge Grants Bail in High-Profile 1987 Murder Case
In a rare legal twist, Roy Allan Sobotiak—convicted decades ago for the 1987 murder of Susan Kaminsky—has been granted bail following a new trial order. This development reignites fiery debates over long-standing convictions, leaving many to wonder if justice is finally catching up with the past. More...
Related Tags
Politics
King Charles’ historic throne speech draws royal nods (20 hours ago)
Royal Roads University names new campus in John Horgan tribute (37 hours ago)
Parliamentarians vie for next Speaker of the House (37 hours ago)
Elections
Newfoundland riding flips to Conservatives after judicial recount (36 hours ago)
Parliamentarians vie for next Speaker of the House (37 hours ago)
Windsor riding recount delivers razor-thin Conservative win (41 hours ago)
Quebec
Montreal Police Nab Suspects in Seniors Jewelry Theft Probe (15 hours ago)
Bloc Québécois contests one-vote federal riding results (37 hours ago)
Quebec Government Engineers Strike Resumes Amid Tensions (43 hours ago)
Bloc
Bloc Québécois contests one-vote federal riding results (37 hours ago)
Poll Reveals Divided Views on Alberta Separatism (46 hours ago)
Bloc Québécois poised to control parliamentary committees (3 days ago)