Commission Gallant | La SAAQ n’envisageait pas de dépassements de coûts / La Presse
Wednesday, June 4, 2025, 4:23 pm
Officials have clarified details surrounding the SAAQclic mega‐contract following reports of alarming cost overruns. They assert that initial figures were misrepresented and are now reexamining oversight measures and accountability protocols in the bidding process, stirring renewed debates over financial management in public contracts.
Les révélations-chocs à l’enquête publique sur le fiasco SAAQclic se poursuivront plus longtemps que prévu.
Une ancienne conseillère stratégique embauchée à l’externe témoignait à la commission Gallant.
L’appel d’offres ayant mené à l’octroi du mégacontrat pour SAAQclic ne prévoyait pas comment seraient gérés d’éventuels dépassements de coûts dans le cadre du projet.
L’avocate de la commission a fait une «clarification» suite à sa présentation de lundi.
permalink / 4 stories from sources in 37 hours ago #federal #quebec #budget #infrastructure
More Top Stories...
Poll reveals waning Canadian confidence in US trade ties
A recent poll indicates a significant drop in Canadian confidence regarding the future of trade relations with the United States. Heightened by contentious court rulings and legal disputes over tariffs, citizens now question whether these developments will ultimately jeopardize the long-established economic partnership between the two nations. More...
Critics slam Liberal border security bill amid rights concerns
Lawmakers face a fierce backlash as critics decry a new federal border security bill. NDP spokespersons and civil society groups warn that specific provisions in the legislation pose serious risks to civil liberties, igniting a heated debate about the balance between national security and individual rights. More...
BC LNG pipeline wins approval amid environmental assessment controversy
British Columbia’s government has confirmed that a decade‐old environmental assessment certificate remains valid for a new LNG pipeline, effectively giving it the green light despite simmering opposition. First Nations and environmental advocates aren’t exactly celebrating, suggesting the old rules may not cut it in today’s world. More...
Federal delays ignite concerns over nation's disaster readiness
Amid one of Canada’s worst wildfire seasons, ongoing talks about establishing a national disaster agency have yet to yield concrete action. Despite mounting calls for a coordinated emergency response, federal discussions remain stalled over issues of structure and funding, leaving citizens worried about the country's preparedness for future calamities. More...
Aging homeless population spurs shelter reform debate in Canada
Reports highlight that Canada’s homeless population is aging, prompting urgent calls for reform in shelter operations. Observations from Vancouver reveal that many elderly individuals struggle under outdated service models, intensifying demands for reassessment and improvements to better address the evolving needs and dignity of vulnerable citizens. More...
Related Tags
Federal
Federal delays ignite concerns over nation's disaster readiness (0 hours ago)
Trump Travel Ban Spurs Legal and Administrative Turmoil (7 hours ago)
Remembering Marc Garneau: Celebrating Canada’s First Astronaut’s Enduring Legacy (9 hours ago)
Quebec
Drainville strengthens laïcité law amendments for school face-cover ban (10 hours ago)
Man with alleged al-Qaida links charged over Montreal threat (14 hours ago)
Québec mulls cutting asylum seeker services over federal stance (15 hours ago)
Budget
SAAQclic contract controversy sparks cost and staffing concerns (16 hours ago)
Quebec forced relocation of supervised injection sites costs millions (47 hours ago)
BC unveils progress on $2.95B SkyTrain tunnel project (3 days ago)
Infrastructure
Federal delays ignite concerns over nation's disaster readiness (0 hours ago)
Quebec invests millions to enhance regional prehospital emergency services (21 hours ago)
Quebec Transit Takes a New Turn with Key Leadership Appointments (36 hours ago)