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Montreal Gazette

Raphaël Melançon

Publishing · On our record since 2025

Where this writer stands

Federalism1 piece

Ottawa leadsProvinces lead
“That dynamic could shift if another province — particularly one as central to Canada's economy as Alberta — joins Quebec in pushing for a more decentralized federation.” Read the piece

Trade1 piece

Diversify away from one partnerDeeper continental integration
“What followed was a prolonged trade war that neither side truly needed — one that has cost jobs and raised prices on both sides of the border, and that continues in various forms today to badly hurt our economies.” Read the piece

Housing1 piece

Public supply and demand controlsMarket supply and deregulation
“What Montreal really needs is an administration that will restore the winning conditions for private developers to invest heavily in housing — both in the rental and buyers' markets.” Read the piece

Fiscal policy1 piece

Higher taxes and public spendingLower taxes and tighter spending
“Making housing more accessible also means lowering fiscal barriers that inflate costs, such as the infamous "welcome tax," which costs homebuyers a fortune in transfer fees, on top of exploding property taxes.” Read the piece

Labour1 piece

Stronger unions and standardsMore flexibility for employers
“If STM workers continue refusing reasonable offers, they may face the same outcome as Quebec's doctors, whose new working conditions were imposed through the adoption of Bill 2 over the weekend.” Read the piece

Public safety1 piece

Prevention and restraintEnforcement and sentencing
“with less than a month before voters head to the polls, public safety should be the No. 1 priority for every political party.” Read the piece

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