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Sébastien L’Écuyer to Resign as Deputy Prefect to Run for Prefect in Minganie

Sébastien L’Écuyer has announced his resignation as deputy prefect, effective October 27, to officially enter the race for the prefect position of the MRC de Minganie. If elected, he plans to prioritize the issue of funding cuts at Parks Canada. The Alliance of Public Service of Canada is critical of these cuts, which are expected to impact local services.

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Sébastien L’Écuyer, the deputy prefect of the MRC de Minganie, will resign on October 27 to officially announce his candidacy for the prefect position of the same region. L’Écuyer has stated that addressing the current funding cuts at Parks Canada will be one of his main focuses if he is elected to the position. These cuts have drawn significant criticism from the Alliance of Public Service of Canada, who argue that they threaten essential local services that contribute to the community's economy and environmental conservation. The situation has generated discussions among residents and local officials alike, highlighting the importance of parks for recreational and ecological purposes in the Minganie region. The implications of these funding cuts are still being debated as the election approaches, with various stakeholders eager to express their concerns over the potential effects on local infrastructure and tourism.

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