Taylor Clark

LJI Reporter

Stéphane Bisson has resigned from his role as president of the Chambre de Commerce de Gatineau, as he runs for mayor in the by-election set for June 9.

In a press release on March 18, the Chambre de Commerce de Gatineau indicated Bisson decided to leave the position to avoid any possible conflict of interest. The board of directors acknowledged Bisson’s immense work for the business community during his mandate and thanked him for his commitment.

The resignation was taken in effect immediately and the first vice-president of the Chambre de Commerce de Gatineau Michelle Robitaille will act as interim president until the election of a new president at the annual general assembly in June.

“Transparency is an important value at the Chambre de Commerce de Gatineau,” wrote Robitaille. “It is essential for us to emphasize to the business community that our organization remains neutral and objective in the race for mayor. We wish good luck to all the candidates.”

The Chambre de Commerce de Gatineau highlighted to candidates that housing, business tourism, economic development, structuring transport, and the environment were priorities for action.

Those looking to join Bisson in the run for mayor can submit their application from April 26 to May 10. The electoral list will be revised from May 21 to 22, followed by the final decision on May 24.

Photo caption: The Chambre de Commerce de Gatineau thanks Stéphane Bisson for his time as president as he enters his bid for Gatineau mayor.

Photo credit: Stéphane Bisson Facebook