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Quebec's Doctor Pay Reform Sparks Legal Challenge and Resignation

11/1/2025

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Quebec Premier François Legault acknowledged doctors’ backlash to a law linking pay to performance.
The reforms aim to improve access for 1.5 million Quebec residents without a family doctor.
Quebec cabinet member Lionel Carmant resigned, citing discomfort with the changes.
The province's medical federation has filed a legal challenge, arguing parts of the law are unconstitutional, while Legault says sanctions are necessary for enforcement.

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Story summary

Quebec Premier François Legault acknowledged doctors’ backlash to a law linking pay to performance.
The reforms aim to improve access for 1.5 million Quebec residents without a family doctor.
Quebec cabinet member Lionel Carmant resigned, citing discomfort with the changes.
The province's medical federation has filed a legal challenge, arguing parts of the law are unconstitutional, while Legault says sanctions are necessary for enforcement.