Quebec union boss ‘Rambo’ Gauthier to appeal intimidation conviction

MONTREAL — A high-ranking Quebec union boss who was found guilty of intimidating a contractor is appealing his conviction.

Bernard (Rambo) Gauthier will file for appeal during his sentencing hearing on Feb. 3.

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The Quebec Federation of Labour told The Canadian Press it will seek an absolute discharge, which would allow Gauthier to keep his job as a union boss.

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A Quebec court judge ruled last December that the heavy-machine operator intimidated construction entrepreneur Frederic Boucher during a work conflict in 2013.

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The judge said Boucher had grounds to fear for his safety after Gauthier paid him a visit.

Gauthier had been previously described at Quebec’s corruption inquiry as a controlling figure in the construction industry who was not above advocating violence and intimidation to ensure local workers were hired.

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