The Parti québécois announced on August 17, 2026 that it has recruited journalist Stéphanie Martin from the Journal de Québec. The move is presented as part of the party’s effort to strengthen its communications ahead of the upcoming provincial election scheduled for autumn 2026.
Martin’s background includes work at the Journal de Québec, where she covered political and regional news. The party’s statement emphasized that her experience in media will be used to enhance messaging and outreach as the campaign season approaches.
The hiring comes as the Parti québécois finalises its campaign strategy for the fall election. Party officials have indicated that bolstering communication capabilities is a priority, and bringing a seasoned journalist onto the team is intended to support that goal.
No further details about Martin’s specific role within the party were released at the time of the announcement. The recruitment underscores the party’s focus on media engagement as it prepares for the electoral contest later this year.