Maude Marquis-Bissonnette Secures Re-Election Victory as Gatineau Mayor

Maude Marquis-Bissonnette has successfully secured re-election as the mayor of Gatineau, Quebec. In a tightly contested race, she garnered 41,569 votes, translating to 51.1% of the total ballots cast. Her closest competitor, Masson-Angers Councillor Mario Aubé, received 38,203 votes, amounting to 47%. Marquis-Bissonnette’s victory speech reflected her commitment to continue the work initiated during her first term.

Victory Speech and Campaign Promises

After a night of fluctuating results, Marquis-Bissonnette expressed her gratitude and optimism in her victory speech. She highlighted the importance of the community’s choice, stating, “Tonight’s result tells me we’re on the right track, but there’s still work to be done.” As the leader of the Action Gatineau party, she emphasized her campaign promises focused on enhancing the city’s transit infrastructure, environmental initiatives, and affordable housing.

Affordable Housing Initiative

• Promise to build 1,500 new residential units.
• Focus on expanding affordable housing stock.

Election Context

This election took place on November 2, 2025, following initial concerns as Marquis-Bissonnette trailed early in the counting process. However, as the night progressed, she surged ahead, ultimately leading to her re-election. Aubé, representing the Team Mario Aubé party, conceded after acknowledging Marquis-Bissonnette’s victory, stating, “The people of Gatineau have made their choice, and we must respect it.”

Voter Turnout and Technical Issues

Election turnout reached approximately 41%, a notable increase from the 33% in the previous year’s byelection. Several polling stations faced technical difficulties, prompting an extension of voting hours until 8:30 p.m. According to Véronique Denis, Gatineau’s chief electoral officer, these measures ensured that all voters could participate.

City Council Composition

Preliminary results indicate that Action Gatineau is on track to secure a slim majority on the city council, with 11 councillors compared to 7 from Team Mario Aubé and 1 independent. Councillor Caroline Murray, representing Deschênes, assured that collaborative work at city hall would continue regardless of the majority-minority dynamics.

Council Members Elected

This re-election marks an important moment for both Marquis-Bissonnette and the citizens of Gatineau, paving the way for new developments and continuous commitment to the city’s growth and sustainability. With her previous experience and clear agenda, the future looks promising under her leadership.