NUNAVIK, August 13, 2026 — The Quebec Liberal Party has reacted with dismay to the death of a four-year-old child in Nunavik. According to reports, the child was suffering from severe stomach pain, and his family reportedly contacted the local clinic several times to seek help. He was eventually transferred to Montreal, where he died.
This tragedy underscores the urgent need to improve access to health care in northern communities. Upon becoming leader of the Quebec Liberal Party, Charles Milliard proposed improving access to care through telemedicine, particularly for Quebecers living in remote areas. This solution would, in particular, allow residents of Northern Quebec to gain faster access to a healthcare professional.
“I entered politics in part because I want to improve access to health care in our region. The people of Ungava should never have to worry about whether they’ll have access to the care they need just because of where they live. What has happened is deeply distressing. We need answers, but above all, we need concrete action so that our families can have confidence in their healthcare system.”
— Sandrine Rioux, QLP candidate in Ungava
“I have repeatedly spoken out about the lack of healthcare in Nunavik. There are no hospitals in many communities, and it’s impossible to get a second medical opinion. It’s no coincidence that our leader, Charles Milliard, proposed telemedicine as soon as he took the helm of the PLQ. Telemedicine would certainly help bring healthcare closer to communities and provide better access to medical advice. The death of this child is a tragedy that deeply saddens us, and we offer our most sincere condolences to the family. The people of the North deserve access to quality healthcare, no matter where they live.”
— André A. Morin, Liberal Member of the National Assembly representing the Nord-du-Québec region
