Provincial police officers have been deployed to the Gaspé region to help local officials deal with rowdy vacationers in the area, said Quebec Public Security Minister Geneviève Guilbault in a news conference Monday. "I am asking everyone to be respectful and to do their civic duty," Guilbault said, "so that all Quebecers can enjoy themselves" she said. Visitors have been showing up without reservations and many have set up tents on public beaches, according to local officials. The public security minister, who is also deputy premier, said though local officials have taken some action, an increased police presence might act as a deterrent. Guilbault said she was in discussions with Gaspé Mayor Daniel Côté, after several mayors in the area appealed for back-up from the province.

Source: CBC News July 27, 2020 20:02 UTC