By Canadian Press

Quebec City Mayor Regis Labeaume says he’s been diagnosed with prostate cancer

Mar 13, 2019 | 2:06 PM

Quebec City’s longtime mayor has been diagnosed with prostate cancer.

The city says in a statement that Regis Labeaume will gradually scale back his duties and eventually take a leave of absence as he fights the disease.

The statement says the mayor intends to remain in office but will delegate some of his responsibilities.

Labeaume, 62, a former businessman, has served as Quebec City’s mayor since 2007.

The Canadian Press