‘The country is at stake’: dealing with PQ government will test Team Carney’s political skills, say politicos

Newly elected Quebec premier Paul St-Pierre Plamondon says he won't hold a referendum until after U.S. President Donald Trump leaves office, but it's unclear whether he will keep his commitment if conditions become favourable for a victory, says pollster Darrell Bricker.

With the backdrop of a potential separation referendum, dealing with incoming Quebec Premier Paul St-Pierre Plamondon, right, will be a test for Prime Minister Mark Carney and his team's political skillset, says pollster Greg Lyle. The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade, X, Pexels, and photo illustration by Joey Sabourin

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BY ABBAS RANA

October 12, 2026

With a possible separation referendum in 2029, dealing with the new Parti Québécois government in Quebec City will be a test for Prime Minister Mark Carney and his team of elected and unelected advisers, say political players.

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