November 14, 2020
QCGN Opposes Holding School Board Elections in Red Zones
The Quebec Community Groups Network (QCGN) shares the disbelief of parents and school board officials who have just learned that English school board elections will be held December 20 – despite the sustained surge in COVID-19 cases.
“This new date is valid for all school boards, even if their territory is considered to be located in a ‘Red Zone’ by public health authorities,” Education Minister Jean-François Roberge announced Friday. He noted that the election process will be “adapted” to “ensure that school elections during the COVID-19 pandemic take place in a safe manner, both for electors and election staff.”