On Saturday, party leaders were campaigning in some of the most competitive ridings, where votes are crucial in the Oct. 1 election.

With just about a year to go before the next provincial election, the leaders of Quebec's political parties will be paying close attention to the results of Monday's byelection in the Quebec City riding of Louis-Hebert.

Eric Tetrault took his name off the ballot in the Louis-Hebert riding on Wednesday night after spending the day defending himself against allegations he psychologically harassed employees in a previous job.