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Alexandre Boulerice officially resigns as MP to run in Quebec election

Boulerice represented the NDP in the House of Commons for 15 years but left the caucus to sit as an independent after he formally announced his plans to run provincially in Quebec.

Alexandre Boulerice officially resigns as MP to run in Quebec election

Longtime Quebec MP Alexandre Boulerice has officially resigned his Montreal seat to run for Quebec solidaire in the upcoming provincial election. Boulerice, who represented the NDP in the House of Commons for 15 years, left the caucus to sit as an independent in April. The Quebec campaign is expected to begin on Thursday, with election day set for October 5.

Boulerice expressed his gratitude for his five terms in office, highlighting the party's achievements in social justice, public services, immigration services, and environmental measures.

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