Carney’s Clarity Act comments only help the Parti Québécois
The article discusses the potential impact of Alberta's separatist movement on Quebec's political landscape. It highlights how Quebeckers, who have historically debated their own sovereignty, may reconsider their stance on another referendum if Alberta's vote gains momentum. The piece also critiques Prime Minister Mark Carney's comments regarding the Clarity Act and its implications for future referendums.
- ▪Quebeckers have generally been bewildered by Alberta's separatist movement.
- ▪Polls indicate that most Quebeckers do not want another sovereignty plebiscite.
- ▪Carney's comments on the Clarity Act have drawn criticism from Quebec's political class.
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| Publication time | Thu, 28 May 2026 21:05:08 +0000 |
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Open this photo in gallery:If Albertans decide to hold a referendum on separation, Quebeckers might reconsider their aversion to another sovereignty vote of their own, writes Konrad Yakabuski.Adrian Wyld/The Canadian PressShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountQuebeckers have generally followed the rise of Alberta’s separatist movement with a sense of bewilderment. Having spent their whole lives debating the existential questions of national identity and belonging, including through two draining and divisive referendums, they understand that one does not break up a country on a whim.Hold a vote on whether to remain in Canada because a pipeline didn’t get built? Because a former federal government championed environmental policies – supported by…
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