Quebec Senator Pierre Moreau Named New Government Leader in Senate

Then Quebec Energy and Natural Resources Pierre Moreau responds to reporters questions before heading to the last cabinet meeting of the Liberal government at the National Assembly, in Quebec City on Oct. 11, 2018. The Canadian Press/Jacques Boissinot

Quebec Senator Pierre Moreau is now the government’s representative in the Senate, Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced.

“Senator Moreau’s expertise and experience will advance the government’s legislative agenda to bring down costs, keep communities safe, and build one strong Canadian economy,” the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) said in a July 18 news release announcing Moreau’s appointment.