The leader of the Bloc Québécois, Christine Normandin, remains confident in her party’s ability to hold its own in the face of a potential majority government led by Mark Carney. Carney is close to securing enough support for a majority government, which could pose challenges for opposition parties like the Bloc. Despite this, Normandin expressed no worries during a recent interview, stating that the government already behaved as if it were in the majority.
Bloc Québécois MPs are gearing up for the upcoming parliamentary session, with leader Yves-François Blanchet criticizing the Carney government’s handling of issues such as the trade dispute with the United States. He emphasized the importance of bringing reason back to Parliament during the session.
During a meeting in Ottawa, Bloc Québécois members will discuss key themes for the session, including the fight against hate speech under the guise of religion and secularism. Normandin highlighted the party’s stance on issues where the government may falter, such as the upcoming Supreme Court challenge to Bill 21.
Normandin also expects international matters to be a focal point in the parliamentary session, particularly in response to Carney’s statements in Davos. The Bloc insists on concrete actions to address global challenges, including standing up to countries like China.
Looking ahead, Normandin anticipates potential opposition from the Bloc regarding Carney’s 2025 budget implementation bill. She indicated that the party is inclined to oppose certain measures, particularly those that lead to a significant deficit increase. The Bloc will carefully evaluate the bill and consider their position as it progresses through the legislative process.
