Paul St-Pierre Plamondon

Paul St-Pierre Plamondon said Quebecers were "truly afraid" due to geopolitical instability and did not rule out postponing a sovereignty referendum until after U.S. President Trump's term; he added the war in Iran could have an "impact" on the fight for sovereignty.

Paul St-Pierre Plamondon says Quebec independence is an "absolute necessity," acknowledges geopolitical instability could "impact" the sovereigntist program, but insists the PQ will base referendum timing on a medium- to long-term view rather than short-term fear or polls.

St-Pierre Plamondon pledges that the Parti Québécois will hold a referendum on Quebec sovereignty during its first mandate if elected, while being strategic about timing within four years and responsive to voter concerns — refusing to bow to external pressures such as threats from the U.S.

Paul St-Pierre Plamondon says he remains committed to pursuing sovereignty but will "use intelligence and judgement in choosing the right moment" for a referendum, acknowledging fears and not ruling out delaying it (potentially until after Donald Trump's term) to protect Quebecers.

Paul St‑Pierre Plamondon defends the PQ's sovereigntist stance, rejects outside premiers' warnings as fearmongering, and says an independent Quebec would nonetheless maintain close ties and ongoing dialogue with Canada and Canadians.

He urges a disciplined, cautious approach to Quebec sovereignty, warning delegates not to get carried away or give in to fear, and emphasizing measured action ahead of the vote rather than impulsive steps toward independence.

He states that if Quebec becomes independent, Quebecers could retain Canadian citizenship—including dual citizenship—and has published a Blue Book chapter outlining citizenship scenarios and legal arguments that discrimination preventing Quebecers from keeping Canadian citizenship would not survive court review.

He rejects Ottawa’s reinterpretation of Quebec history, accuses officials of "falsifying our history," warns federal promises to respect a growing independence movement are empty, calls Canada "founded on lies" and vows a point-by-point response at his party convention.

St-Pierre Plamondon insists he will hold a sovereignty referendum during his first term if elected, and proposes establishing an independent commission after a successful referendum to make recommendations, including on whether to create a Quebec currency.

Paul St-Pierre Plamondon highlighted Sol Zanetti's "longstanding commitment to Quebec independence," indicating that he publicly emphasizes and acknowledges Quebec sovereignty as a notable political stance by praising Zanetti's commitment to independence.

St-Pierre Plamondon supports Quebec sovereignty, promising to hold a third referendum on independence by 2030 if the PQ forms government; he frames independence as a legitimate debate, criticizes federal overreach, and says an independent Quebec would still work with other provinces.