Quebec Launches Provincial Election Campaign Amid Separatist Poll Leads

Quebec’s provincial election campaign has officially begun ahead of the October 5 vote, with separatist parties currently leading in public opinion polls. The race is unfolding against a backdrop of heightened economic tensions with the United States and domestic policy debates.

27 Aug, 13:30 — 27 Aug, 15:52

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Provincial elections in Quebec determine the government responsible for local governance, public services, and economic policy within the province. This election is particularly significant due to the potential for a third independence referendum, which could have profound implications for Canada's national unity and political landscape.

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Quebec's Premier has officially launched the provincial election campaign
The campaign launch involved the Premier meeting with the lieutenant-governor

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The Quebec provincial election campaign has officially begun.

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The campaign is expected to be dominated by trade tensions.

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The prospect of a third independence referendum will be a key issue in the campaign.

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Key issues expected to dominate the election campaign, specifically trade tensions and the prospect of a third independence referendum

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bloombergHigh4h ago

Quebec Election Starts Amid Tensions With US, Separatists Lead in Polls

An election campaign has officially kicked off in Quebec, bringing back the wedge issue of the province’s secession from Canada amid an escalation in the trade war with the US.

By Mathieu Dion

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cbcHigh5h ago