Quebec Public Sector Strikes: Premier Legault Says Ready to Increase Offer

Quebec health and social service workers strike outside the CHUM hospital in Montreal, on Nov. 21, 2023. The Canadian Press/Christinne Muschi

For the first time since Quebec’s public sector unions began strike action earlier this month, Quebec Premier François Legault said clearly on Nov. 23 he is willing to increase his government’s offer.

But, he said, unions need to show more “flexibility,” particularly around work schedules, adding that the current round of negotiations will be decisive for the future of the health and education networks, and their ability to provide efficient services.