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Quebec Municipal Affairs Minister Andree Laforest announces $2 million to connect elected officials and their families with psychological aid resources in the province in Scott, Quebec on Feb. 8, 2024. The Canadian Press/Jacques Boissinot
Quebec is committing $2 million to connect politicians and their families with psychological aid after a wave of resignations and leaves of absence among elected municipal officials.
A new telephone helpline is available starting on Feb. 28 for politicians in need of assistance, after almost 10 percent have quit since the 2021 municipal elections.