Quebec’s National Assembly unanimously votes to cut all ties with the monarchy, marking a historic shift as King Charles III departs Canada.
Quebec Legislature Votes Unanimously to End Monarchy Ties
In a historic and unanimous decision, Quebec’s National Assembly has voted to sever all ties with the British monarchy. This landmark motion came just hours after King Charles III concluded his brief two-day visit to Canada, signaling a significant shift in the province’s political landscape.
A Bold Move Following the King’s Visit
King Charles III’s recent visit to Canada was marked by public curiosity and ceremonial grandeur, including a welcoming procession on Wellington Street accompanied by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Musical Ride. However, shortly after his departure from Canada at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Quebec’s National Assembly convened and passed a motion to cut all formal connections with the monarchy.
Unanimous Support Across Political Lines
The motion, introduced by Parti Québécois (PQ) leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon following Question Period, received overwhelming support. Every member present—106 votes in total—voted in favor, with no abstentions or opposition. Remarkably, even the federalist Liberals, traditionally supportive of Canadian institutions linked to the monarchy, joined the consensus, alongside the Coalition Avenir Québec (CAQ) government benches.
Context: A Historic Day in Canadian Politics
This decisive vote coincided with a significant event in Ottawa, where King Charles III delivered the Speech from the Throne—the first monarch to do so since 1977. The timing underscores the growing divergence between Quebec’s provincial stance and the federal government’s traditional ties to the Crown.
What This Means for Quebec’s Future
The unanimous vote to cut ties with the monarchy reflects Quebec’s ongoing pursuit of greater political autonomy and identity distinct from the rest of Canada. While the motion is largely symbolic, it sends a powerful message about the province’s evolving relationship with the monarchy and its future direction.
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