Paul St-Pierre Plamondon, the leader of the Parti Québécois (PQ) who advocates for Quebec’s secession from Canada, is set to embark on a two-day visit to Alberta in September. His main agenda includes discussions on what he terms as “federal abuses of power.”
In a recent press release, Plamondon highlighted the shared challenges faced by both Quebec and Alberta in preserving their rights within the Canadian federation. He is scheduled to be in Alberta on September 11 and 12, where he will deliver a lecture at the University of Calgary, participate in meetings, and conduct interviews.
Plamondon expressed the need for a dialogue with Albertans regarding the historical misuse of federal authority that has impeded provincial decision-making processes. He emphasized the importance of respecting each province’s right to self-determination.
The PQ leader also revealed plans for extensive diplomatic engagements outside Quebec in the upcoming year, stressing the need for the province to enhance its international relations.
Interestingly, Plamondon found an unexpected supporter in Maxime Bernier, the leader of the People’s Party of Canada (PPC). Bernier announced his backing for a potential Quebec or Alberta sovereignty referendum, aiming to challenge what he termed as “imperial federalism” and seek a reformation of the centralized federation.
Plamondon welcomed this alliance, emphasizing the importance of leveraging all available support to achieve independence. With the PQ leading in the polls, the party pledges to organize a third referendum on Quebec sovereignty during its initial term.
