The Quebec Federation of Medical Specialists (FMSQ) and the Quebec government have agreed on a mediation process. An initial meeting with the mediator was scheduled for late Tuesday afternoon.

“The FMSQ confirms that it has reached an agreement with the Quebec government to launch a mediation process regarding negotiations related to the renewal of its framework agreement,” the Federation wrote on social media.

Health Minister Christian Dubé issued a joint statement with Treasury Board President France-Élaine Duranceau confirming the news.

“We welcome the decision by the Quebec Federation of Medical Specialists to participate in mediation, a process that will allow discussions to resume in a constructive manner, in the best interests of patients,” the statement reads.

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