Mgr Poisson : «On n’a pas parlé du tissu social.»

Bishop Raymond Poisson of the Diocese of Saint-Jérôme–Mont-Laurier noted that several important issues have been missing from the current provincial election campaign. Speaking as president of the Church and Society Council, Poisson expressed perplexity that topics such as the environment, homelessness, and relations with First Nations have received little attention. He also observed that religious questions and the social fabric have not been addressed in the ongoing discussions.

The Assembly of Catholic Bishops of Quebec is encouraging all eligible voters to participate in the election on October 5. In a press release issued September 14, the Assembly stated that voting is a duty and urged citizens to prepare to exercise this right faithfully. Poisson described the ability to vote as a collective responsibility.

Current campaign discussions have primarily focused on the cost of living, trade disputes with neighbors, healthcare challenges, and the third link between Quebec and Lévis.