Canada faces internal constitutional challenges amid separatist movements

Legal expert Collin May argues that the Canadian government, led by Mark Carney, is prioritizing ties with a changing European Union over pressing domestic constitutional issues.

In Quebec, the separatist Parti Québécois has returned to power following the October 5 elections. Leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon has signaled intentions for a third independence referendum, though he indicated this might be delayed until after January 2029.

Simultaneously, Alberta has taken procedural steps toward a potential secession referendum. May suggests that with one major province under a separatist government and another pursuing formal separation, Canada must address its internal stability rather than focusing on international associations.