Parti Québécois leader says he feeling optimistic on last day of Quebec campaign

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The Canadian Press. (2026, October 4). Parti Québécois leader says he feeling optimistic on last day of Quebec campaign. Toronto Star. https://www.thestar.com/news/canada/quebec/parti-qu-b-cois-leader-says-he-feeling-optimistic-on-last-day-of-quebec-campaign/article_b7a42074-2a76-5da9-8a48-92c6580c7a6f.html

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Paul St-Pierre Plamondon, leader of the Parti Québécois, expressed optimism about the upcoming Quebec provincial election on its final day. During a press conference in Montreal, he predicted that the vote would be very close but maintained a positive outlook regarding his party's chances and his campaign performance.

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Paul St-Pierre Plamondon, the leader of the Parti Québécois, expressed optimism on the last day of campaigning for the Quebec provincial election, set to take place on Monday. Speaking to journalists in Montreal, he acknowledged that the race would be close but felt satisfied with his campaign's performance.

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MONTREAL - Parti Québécois leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon says he expects Monday’s provincial election to be tight, but he remains optimistic. asserted

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Speaking to journalists in Montreal, the separatist leader said he feels at peace with his performance in the campaign. asserted

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Parti Québécois leader says he feeling optimistic on last day of Quebec campaign

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