The PQ party has been leading in the polls for more than a year, and leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon has promised to hold a third referendum by 2030 if his party forms government.
The Parti Québécois (PQ) is grappling with a decline in support for Quebec sovereignty amidst Donald Trump's threats, including tariffs and annexation. Twenty-five years after the 1995 referendum, which the "no" side narrowly won, recent polls show support for independence at 29%, the lowest in years. The PQ, while still leading in polls, faces challenges as their core identity tied to sovereignty is weakened by Trump's rhetoric. Despite this, leader St-Pierre Plamondon remains committed to holding a referendum, though this stance may now be a liability. The party has seen a decline in seats in recent elections, reflecting the impact of these developments.
