Quebec Labour Minister Jean Boulet to leave politics at end of term
Skip to contentBy: The Canadian PressPosted:11:10 AM CDT Wednesday, Jun. 17, 2026PrintEmailRead LaterQUÉBEC - Another Coalition Avenir Québec cabinet minister is leaving politics. Read this article for free:We. . .
Skip to contentBy: The Canadian PressPosted:11:10 AM CDT Wednesday, Jun. 17, 2026PrintEmailRead LaterQUÉBEC - Another Coalition Avenir Québec cabinet minister is leaving politics. Read this article for free:We need your support!Local journalism needs your support!As we navigate through unprecedented times, our journalists are working harder than ever to bring you the latest local updates to keep you safe and informed. Now, more than ever, we need your support. Starting at $15. 99 plus taxes every four weeks you can access your Brandon Sun online and full access to all content as it appears on our website. Subscribe Nowor call circulation directly at (204) 727-0527. Your pledge helps to ensure we provide the news that matters most to your community!QUÉBEC - Another Coalition Avenir Québec cabinet minister is leaving politics. Read unlimited articles for free today:QUÉBEC – Another Coalition Avenir Québec cabinet minister is leaving politics. Labour Minister Jean Boulet said today in his riding of Trois-Rivières that he won’t run for another term in the Oct. 5 provincial election. First elected in 2018, Boulet has served a number of cabinet posts under former premier François Legault and more recently Premier Christine Fréchette. Quebec Labour Minister Jean Boulet responds to the opposition during question period at the legislature in Quebec City, Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026 THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jacques BoissinotHe says he wants to seek out other professional opportunities after eight years in portfolios such as labour, immigration, economy and Canadian relations. Boulet joins a list of about 30 CAQ legislature members who have said they aren’t running again, including a number of high-profile cabinet ministers. Boulet says the party’s low polling numbers didn’t factor in his decision to leave, adding that Fréchette has his full support. This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 17, 2026. PrintEmailRead Later