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PQ threatens discord if elected in October, Quebec columnist warns

Separatist party's plans could spark 'zizanie'—havoc and friction

· 1 min read · HOC Newsroom

A Montreal Gazette columnist cautions that a Parti Québécois election victory in October could unleash significant discord and instability across Quebec and Canada. Recent events illustrate the potential friction, including competition between Canadian cities to house a new multinational Defence, Security and Resilience Bank headquarters. The French word 'zizanie'—meaning havoc, discord, and dissension—captures what could unfold under separatist governance.