Meggie Richard appointed Minister of Regions and Land Use

Meggie Richard, the Member of the National Assembly for Duplessis, has been appointed Minister of Regions and Land Use within the Parti Québécois government led by Paul St-Pierre-Plamondon.

Local leaders in the Côte-Nord region have expressed enthusiasm regarding the appointment. Benoit Méthot, the Mayor of Sept-Îles, noted that Richard is well-versed in regional issues and will serve as an effective spokesperson. Micheline Anctil, interim president of the Assemblée des MRC de la Côte-Nord, highlighted that Richard’s experience working with regional stakeholders and Innu leaders could accelerate the Essor Côte-Nord — Nitassinan program, which aims to address demographic trends.

Guillaume Tremblay, Prefect of the Manicouagan MRC, also welcomed the news, emphasizing that Richard understands the specific challenges facing regional territories, particularly regarding demographics, labor, and services. Additionally, the Alliance du personnel professionnel et technique de la santé et des services sociaux (APTS) has reached out to the new minister to address the need for improved healthcare access and support for regional staff.