The Quebec government and the Fédération des médecins omnipraticiens du Québec (FMOQ) are set to resume negotiations after the family doctor’s federation temporarily walked away from discussions on Thursday.
Dr. Marc-André Amyot, president of the FMOQ, expressed confidence in the negotiating process, stating that the representatives have the necessary authority to resolve the ongoing crisis. Following a productive meeting with Premier François Legault, the parties are gearing up for intensive negotiations over the weekend to find common ground.
The discussions primarily focus on improving the remuneration system reform under Bill 2, which is slated to take effect on January 1, 2026, if an agreement is not reached. Premier Legault also engaged with Dr. Vincent Oliva, president of the Fédération des médecins spécialistes du Québec (FMSQ), in a similar effort to move forward with negotiations.
While details of the meetings remain undisclosed, both sides have expressed a willingness to collaborate and find a resolution to the impasse that led to the temporary halt in talks. The medical federations play a crucial role in shaping the future of healthcare in Quebec, and the outcomes of these negotiations will impact the healthcare system significantly.
