Maxime Laporte, formerly the head of the Société Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Montréal, declared on August 27, 2026 that he will stand as the Parti Québécois candidate for the provincial riding of L'Assomption. The announcement comes as the party finalizes its slate of candidates ahead of the upcoming Quebec provincial election.
Laporte's tenure with the Montreal Saint-Jean-Baptiste society positioned him as a prominent figure in the province's cultural and political circles. His shift to electoral politics marks a new chapter, aligning his public profile with the Parti Québécois's broader campaign objectives.
The Parti Québécois confirmed that Laporte will replace the previous nominee for the L'Assomption district, a constituency that has been closely watched as part of the party's strategy to regain ground in the region. Party officials indicated that the selection was made after internal consultations and reflects an effort to present candidates with strong community ties.
L'Assomption, located northeast of Montreal, has historically been a contested riding in provincial contests. The district's voters will now evaluate Laporte's platform alongside those of rival parties as the election timetable advances. No additional candidates have been named for the riding at this stage.
While the announcement did not include policy specifics, Laporte's background with the Société Saint-Jean-Baptiste suggests an emphasis on cultural and linguistic issues that resonate with the party's traditional base. The Parti Québécois has not released a detailed campaign schedule for the L'Assomption riding, but the timing of the candidacy declaration indicates a focus on building momentum before the official campaign launch.
The move adds a recognizable name to the Parti Québécois's roster and underscores the party's ongoing efforts to field candidates with established public profiles in key electoral districts across Quebec.