Quebec Minister Steps Down
Lionel Carmant, Social Services Minister, has announced his resignation from the Coalition Avenir Québec (CAQ) government.
Carmant made the announcement alongside Premier François Legault on Thursday morning, citing the last few weeks as difficult and heart-wrenching, leading him to refocus his priorities.
His resignation comes as doctors in Quebec prepare a legal challenge against the province's special law, Bill 2, which imposes a salary structure on doctors.
The last few weeks have been difficult and have led me to refocus my priorities.
Carmant will sit as an Independent after his resignation.
Author's summary: Quebec minister resigns amid controversy.