Ottawa – Canadian Heritage Minister Pascale St-Onge has decided not to run for re-election, according to a source familiar with the matter. St-Onge, who has played a key role in shaping Canada’s cultural policies, is expected to formally announce her decision soon.
Before stepping away from politics, St-Onge plans to unveil a proposal to modernize the mandate Radio-Canada, Canada’s national public broadcaster. The proposal is expected to address challenges posed by the evolving media landscape and digital disruption.
St-Onge, a former journalist and union leader, has been a vocal advocate for press freedom and the arts sector. Her departure adds to the growing list of cabinet ministers not seeking re-election, signaling possible changes in Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government ahead of the next federal vote.