Dear fellow citizens,

It is with great pride that I take on the role of President of the National Assembly of Québec. The Members of the 42nd Legislature have given me their vote of confidence, and I will do all I can to be worthy of it. I will preside over House business in the spirit of mutual respect and with a commitment to carry out debate in a manner reflecting Quebecers’ wishes.

As President, I will reach out to Québec citizens. Our Parliament, the "House of the People", will be more open than ever to the people and will remain attuned to the challenges and issues of the day, and characterized by innovation.

Mutual trust requires openness and an ability to listen, which we must not take for granted. Together, with the collaboration of all Québec communities, we will share and implement new ideas that will help shape the Québec of today and the generations to come.

François Paradis
Member for Lévis
President of the National Assembly of Québec