Ensemble Montréal postpones its leadership race

Ensemble Montréal announced Friday that they are postponing their leadership race to allow more time for potential candidates to come forward.

Ensemble Montréal says postponing also better positions themselves in relation to the Project Montreal Race.  

“Since the unveiling of the rules of the race last September and the announcement of the departure of Valérie Plante, many personalities from various backgrounds have expressed their interest in this major function. However, it appeared difficult for them to commit immediately, both for personal and professional reasons; a factor to which Ensemble Montréal is sensitive to ,” explains Carmine Pollice, president of Ensemble Montréal.

Potential candidates initially had until December 15, 2024 to submit their candidacy, and a nomination conference was scheduled for February 16, 2025.

The new dates have yet to be announced.

The Official Opposition party said this race is an opportunity to bring fresh energy and offer hope to many ongoing issues such as the housing crisis, homelessness, and public safety.