Genevieve Guilbault 'showed her insensitivity and incompetence' after recent femicide, say women's centres
After a 13th femicide in Quebec, a group of women's centres is angry with Public Security Minister Genevieve Guilbault.
montreal.ctvnews.caHere’s the latest I can share based on nearby reporting from early 2026.
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Geneviève Guilbault, Quebec’s Minister of Municipal Affairs, announced in January 2026 that she would leave provincial politics at the end of her current mandate, citing family reasons. This represents a leadership transition rather than an electoral defeat, and she indicated she might consider returning to politics in the future but is prioritizing her family for now. The announcement came amid broader questions about Quebec’s leadership, but Guilbault stressed her decision was personal rather than a response to public opinion or current events.[1]
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Media coverage around this period emphasized her long service and public visibility, with reactions noting her role as a steady communicator within the CAQ government. Several outlets highlighted that the departure would open questions about succession and the party’s direction, though Guilbault herself did not close the door to future public service.[7][1]
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For context, Guilbault has previously been a high-profile transport or municipal affairs figure in Quebec politics, and past commentary has referenced scrutiny she faced during various policy debates, but the January 2026 statement framed her decision as a personal family choice rather than a political setback.[4][6]
If you’d like, I can assemble a brief, up-to-date summary in bullet points, add quick biographical notes, or track any confirmed successor announcements as they emerge. I can also pull direct links to the most recent articles in a tidy briefing. Please tell me which format you prefer.