In 2002, the Government of Québec adopted the Act to combat poverty and social exclusion. This legislation is the first of its kind in North America.

This is one of two briefing notes presenting the history that preceded this legislation, and highlighting key elements of its application. They address the following questions:

• How is the Act to combat poverty and social exclusion formulated and applied?

• What impact has this legislation had on poverty and social exclusion in Québec?

An Act to Combat Poverty and Social Exclusion – History
7 pages

Click here to consult the other briefing note on Québec’s Act to combat poverty and social exclusion – Facts and application