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Your daily horoscope: May 9, 2025

  IF TODAY IS YOUR BIRTHDAY A change of direction is a must this year as you have reached the end of your current journey and need a new challenge. Make a break with the past and make it one that cannot be reversed. Move forward fast and don’t look back. ARIES (March 21 - April 20): Someone you meet on your travels will catch your eye and maybe your heart as well. If it’s true that opposites attract you could find yourself getting close to someone whose charms are very different to your own – and remarkably the relationship will work. TAURUS (April 21 - May 21): Someone you think of as a friend will say something today that annoys you intensely. It may be the case though that they can see things that you cannot, so be open to what they tell you. They could be doing you a very big favor. GEMINI (May 22 - June 21): If you listen too much to other people’s advice today you could end up facing in several directions at once and ultimately getting nowhere. Pay attention to what friends a...
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Quebec Auto Board Scandal: A Digital Transformation Gone Awry

The Quebec government is facing what could be its most significant political scandal since the Charbonneau Commission, which exposed widespread corruption in the construction industry. The controversy centers around the Société de l’assurance automobile du Québec (SAAQ) and its troubled digital transformation project, SAAQclic.

Initially intended to modernize services like vehicle registration and driver’s license renewals, the SAAQclic platform has instead become a symbol of mismanagement. The rollout in early 2023 was marred by technical glitches, leading to long queues and public frustration. A recent report by Quebec's auditor general revealed cost overruns of $500 million, bringing the total project cost to over $1.1 billion.

The fallout has been swift. Éric Caire, the Minister of Cybersecurity and Digital Technology, resigned amid allegations that government officials were aware of the platform's issues before its launch. Premier François Legault has announced a public inquiry to uncover the truth, pledging transparency and accountability.

Observers have drawn parallels to the Charbonneau Commission, which investigated corruption in Quebec's construction sector. While the current scandal does not involve allegations of corruption, it highlights systemic issues in project oversight and governance. The inquiry's findings could have far-reaching implications for the Coalition Avenir Québec government, already under pressure in the polls.

This unfolding saga serves as a cautionary tale about the risks of poorly managed public projects and the importance of accountability in governance.

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