Former La Presse columnist and Parti Québécois member Vincent Marissal confirmed on Monday that he will leave the Rosemont electoral district to seek election in the Taschereau riding of Montreal. The announcement was made as the party prepares for the upcoming provincial election.
Marissal, who has previously served as the PQ representative for Rosemont, said the decision reflects a strategic shift in his political career. He has not provided additional reasons for the change of constituency, but the move positions him in a new Montreal district ahead of the next vote.
The Taschereau riding, located within the city of Montreal, will now feature Marissal as the Parti Québécois candidate. The party’s local organization will incorporate his background in journalism and his experience representing Rosemont into the campaign.
Observers note that the switch comes as the PQ finalizes its slate of candidates for the forthcoming election. Marissal’s transition from Rosemont to Taschereau adds a recognizable name to the party’s roster in the Montreal region, potentially influencing voter dynamics in both districts.
No further details were released regarding the timeline for filing candidacy paperwork or the response from other parties in the Taschereau area. The announcement was reported on Monday, 24 August 2026, at 19:36 GMT.