Quebec Minister Lionel Carmant Steps Down
Social Services Minister Lionel Carmant has announced his resignation from the Coalition Avenir Québec (CAQ) government and will sit as an Independent.
Carmant made the announcement alongside Premier François Legault on Thursday morning, citing the need to refocus his priorities after a difficult few weeks.
The last few weeks have been difficult and have led me to refocus my priorities.
The 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.
Carmant has been a longtime member of the CAQ government.
Author's summary: Minister Carmant steps down amidst controversy.