The Big Five Podcast Cellphones are banned in classrooms throughout Quebec: &Five members of the Canadian armed forces have been suspended over the Nazi salute
Aug 20, 2025
Justine McIntyre, a strategic consultant and former city councillor, joins commentator Meeker Guerrier to discuss significant issues affecting Quebec. They delve into a recent poll revealing shifts in political sentiment and the Parti Quebecois' resurgence. The conversation highlights the controversial cellphone ban in classrooms, weighing its potential effects on student focus. They also confront the alarming case of five Canadian Armed Forces members suspended for Nazi salutes, stressing the importance of integrity and ethics in the military.
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Return To Traditional Political Divide
- Quebec voters are shifting back toward the traditional PQ/PLQ sovereignty-versus-federalism divide after CAQ fatigue.
- Failures on big promises like education and Nordvolt fuel appetite for familiar alternatives.
Trust Erodes After Management Failures
- Public frustration grows when governments appear to ignore warning signs and waste money on failed projects.
- Perceived mismanagement on files like the SACLAC affair and Nordvolt erodes trust in the CAQ.
Make Homelessness A Cabinet Priority
- Assign a dedicated minister to homelessness to signal priority and coordinate resources.
- Back the role with targeted funding and cross-jurisdictional coordination rather than just a title.