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Quebec 2026 provincial election and sovereignty debate
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In early August 2026, polling indicated that the Parti Québécois (PQ), led by Paul St-Pierre Plamondon, emerged as held the frontrunner in highest level of support among Quebec voters ahead of the October 5 provincial election polling. A Pallas election. Data poll indicated showed the PQ held at 31% overall support, overall, leading both the Liberal Party and the governing Coalition Avenir Québec (CAQ). Following these polling trends, By mid-August, St-Pierre Plamondon announced a strategic delay regarding a Quebec independence referendum. the party’s sovereignty agenda. He stated that the party PQ would not pursue hold a sovereignty vote referendum on Quebec independence while Donald Trump serves as President of the United States, citing the need for a “calm and informed environment” to avoid free from the disruptions unpredictability of the American political volatility. administration. While the PQ remains committed to seeking a referendum during its first mandate if it wins the October 5 election, elected, any vote would be postponed until after January 20, 2029. Political opponents, rivals, including Premier Christine Fréchette and Liberal Leader Charles Milliard, have criticized this stance, decision, arguing that the delay will would cause “prolonged economic and political uncertainty” for the province.
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