The general assembly of Pro Bono Québec nominated Mr. Bernard Larocque treasurer, upon renewing its Board of Directors. The non-profit organization created by the Barreau du Québec in 2008 has a mission to initiate, promote and coordinate pro bono (free) legal work for citizens or groups of citizens that are not eligible for Legal Aid, cannot access legal services or a lawyer, and have a case that is exceptional, involves issues of public importance or could cause them permanent harm, or a cause that could improve laws, the legal system or the Quebec, Canadian or international justice systems.