11. At the time of renewal of a contract or, in exceptional circumstances, for reasons of public interest related to the needs of the population, Santé Québec or the regional entity, as applicable, may, notwithstanding any inconsistent provision in the contract, revise the determination of the services to be provided by a permit holder.
In such a case, Santé Québec or the regional entity, as applicable, may reduce or increase the number of ambulances under the contract entered into with the permit holder. However, the regional entity must obtain the Minister’s authorization. The terms of the contract and permit must be adjusted to conform to the decision of Santé Québec or the regional entity, as applicable.
Santé Québec or the regional entity may also, with the authorization of the Minister, for the same reasons, withdraw the operating permit.
2002, c. 69, s. 11; 2005, c. 32, s. 308; 2023, c. 342023, c. 34, s. 132411.