A Quebec worker defends freedom of speech for CHOI Radio

A Quebec worker defends freedom of speech for CHOI Radio X

“I would like to offer big congratulations,” explained Mario Bélanger in the video published on Thursday morning. Dominic Mrais proves to us that we still have some freedom of speech.

Last week, Mayor Marchand publicly demanded an apology from the CHOI host for the comments he made on his morning show. Dominic Mrais then suggested that the mayor of Quebec could have a crayon (cannabis vaper) in his office.

A man wears headphones in a radio studio.

Dominic Mrais hosts the morning show on CHOI 98.1 Radio X.

Photo: Radio Canada

Mr Mrais discussed the obstacles caused by the preparatory work related to the tram project. In a long tirade he accused Bruno Marchand of guru behavior in the question of structuring the transport network and lamented a utopian vision.

Mario Bélanger agrees with the host.

We are in a new generation, a city of sissy, he plagues in his video.

“Here, our leaders have a political and a social perspective that is completely disconnected from reality. We call it a utopia. »

– A quote from Mario Bélanger, Quebec City worker

The workers assume that the dissatisfaction among the population will increase due to the current decisions.

Bruno Marchand is not ruling out a lawsuit against Dominic Mrais and CHOI for damage to their reputation.

woke the police

An active member of the Quebec Workers’ Union, he regularly posts his sentiments on the news.

In a May 13 video, he charges the Quebec City Police Service (SPVQ) with its decision to tighten surveillance in the Val Bélair sector the day after a strike against drug trafficking.

The police said at the time that they wanted to counteract the return of outdoor youth gatherings linked to numerous crimes in spring 2022.

Young people must be created, complained Mr. Bélanger and, in passing, denounced the zeal of the police stations.

anti mask

In another video from April 8, he poked fun at the Legault government’s decision to lift mask requirements in health centers.

In his opinion, this is proof that the measure was useless.

Three medical professionals are talking in a hospital ward.

The Department of Health and Human Services (MSSS) no longer requires the wearing of face coverings in healthcare facilities since April 7.

Photo: Courtesy of Darren Brown, Ottawa Public Health

The Department of Health and Human Services (MSSS) no longer requires the wearing of face coverings in healthcare facilities since April 7.

There was no place for masks in hospitals. In addition, there was no room anywhere, he is outraged.

The stupid union

The labor union was contacted by Radio-Canada and declined to comment on the case.

In the City of Quebec, a spokesman reminded that city employees are required to abide by a code of ethics and have a duty of loyalty to their employer.

“These publications have been brought to our attention and we will carry out an analysis accordingly,” confirms Jean-Pascal Lavoie, Press Relations Manager.

The Cabinet of the Mayor of Quebec emphasizes the importance of fostering a climate of respect in the workplace but also more broadly in the community.

Bruno Marchand speaks during a press conference.

Quebec’s mayor on Wednesday denounced the “rudeness” of city employees.

Photo: Radio Canada / Bruno Giguere

An awareness campaign was launched on social media on Wednesday to denounce the rudeness and violence suffered by city workers when working with the public.

“In recent days we have had the opportunity to express the desire for a shared respect between citizens, municipal officials and elected officials who, despite differences of opinion, have the right to expect a healthy work environment,” said Thomas Gaudreault, spokesman for Mayor Marchand. It goes without saying that the campaign launched yesterday deserves even more to be shared.