Pierre Fitzgibbon, Minister of the Economy, Innovation and Energy, has announced his resignation, a decision that came as a surprise to many. The announcement, made just days before the opening of the National Assembly, heralds a major reshuffle of the Quebec government… which we know François Legault doesn’t like!
[DERNIÈRE HEURE] Le ministre Pierre Fitzgibbon quitte ses fonctions https://t.co/ZYmnzzLZrk
— Le Journal de Montréal (@JdeMontreal) September 3, 2024
The announcement of Fitzgibbon’s resignation should prompt Premier François Legault’s government to make adjustments quickly, as CAQ caucus meetings are currently being held in Rimouski.
It’s a real shockwave through the CAQ and the entire Québécois political landscape as we return from the Labour Day vacation!
The timing of Fitzgibbon’s resignation is particularly delicate… when the commission examining his energy bill is scheduled to hold an important public hearing next week.
However, Fitzgibbon has mentioned the possibility of his departure several times in recent months, stressing that he was not getting any younger, as he will be turning 70 in the fall…