OTHER REACTIONS:

“We had the courage to face it. It’s something we should put to our credit, as Quebecers. We faced it, we’re acting on it now and let’s move forward as a free and democratic society.”

—Premier Philippe Couillard “With the work of (the city’s) auditor general, comptroller and of course the inspector general, I think we have sent a clear message that shows we can protect ourselves against corruption and collusion ...

“Is it going to happen again? Probably. It’s an ongoing issue. But it’s not like we’re sitting on our hands and that’s it.”

— Mayor Denis Coderre