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Pierre Karl Péladeau says he did not realise, when he pleaded guilty to violating Quebec's party financing law, that his Quebecor would be banned from holding public sector contracts for five years. He is appealing that that ruling after "involuntarily" breaking the law by contributing $135,500 for his leadership campaign. The maximum allowed is $500.
www.cbc.caIt lasted only 14 months, but Pierre Karl Péladeau's political career is coloured with plenty of controversy, gaffes and surprises. Here are a few of them.
www.cbc.caQuebecor's restless titan: He controls the province’s media and its star system. Courted by politicians, he's feared by journalists
macleans.caHow recruiting one of Canada’s most powerful tycoons has given the separatists a real chance
macleans.caWatch Pierre Karl Péladeau quits politics Video Online, on GlobalNews.ca
globalnews.caPierre Karl Péladeau's tearful evocation of his children as the main reason he quit as leader of the Parti Quebecois has politicians of all stripes reflecting on the challenges they face making time for their families.
www.cbc.caAlexandre Taillefer says journalists who work for PKP are encouraged to fall in line with their owner's political views and interests.
globalnews.caPierre Karl Péladeau has announced he is stepping down as head of the Parti Québécois, less than a year after being elected leader of the sovereignist party.
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