Chevery, May 1, 2025 – The population of the MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent will elect a warden by universal suffrage in the next municipal elections. The MRC Council of Mayors has decided to change the suffrage method for electing the Warden during an extraordinary session on May 1, 2025.

« The MRC has decided to take a major step towards change by adopting this by-law concerning the election of the warden by universal suffrage. »
– Gladys Driscoll Martin, Warden of the MRC du Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent and mayor of Saint-Augustin

« This decision shows our commitment to developing the Lower North Shore and creating a brighter future for generations to come. »
– Colin Shattler, mayor of Blanc-Sablon

« This formula will be beneficial because it will allow the Warden to work full time on regional files. »
– Dale Roberts Keats, mayor of Bonne-Espérance

« The mayors will focus on their municipalities; the warden will get a head start on regional issues. It’s time to catch up to the rest of the province. »
– Gena Chubbs, mayor of Gros-Mécatina

« This decision is an opening towards the future and the development of the region. This represents increased citizen participation and, in my opinion, an important turning point in regional democracy! »
– Chantale Otis, administrator of the municipality of Côte-Nord-du-Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent

The next municipal elections will be held on November 2, 2025. Information regarding the candidacy process will be shared at a later date.

Source : Mrs. Gladys Driscoll Martin
Warden
418 787-2016
info@mrcgsl.ca