Konrad Yakabuski
Globe and Mail columnist and Quebec politics writer who provides analysis on Quebec provincial politics, party dynamics, and François Legault's resignation.
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Jan 20, 2026 • 22min
What Legault’s resignation means for Quebec
Konrad Yakabuski, a Globe and Mail columnist with deep insights into Quebec politics, dissects François Legault's surprise resignation amid sinking poll numbers. He explores the ramifications of party dynamics as the Parti Québécois gains momentum and potential sovereignty discussions loom. Yakabuski highlights Legault's legacy, the impact of identity politics, and the evolving political landscape ahead of the fall election, with a particular focus on the fragility of the CAQ and its future without its founder.
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Apr 11, 2025 • 32min
Campaign Call: Western separatism amid a moment of Canadian unity
Shannon Proudfoot, a federal politics columnist, Konrad Yakabuski, a Montreal-based op-ed writer, and Meera Raman, a financial planning reporter, dive into the heated topic of western separatism sparked by a recent opinion piece. They discuss Alberta's strained relationship with Ottawa and how economic grievances fuel regionalism. The panel also examines the crucial senior voting demographic, comparing parties' retirement policies and financial relief proposals, and their broader implications for intergenerational support and national unity in a polarized political landscape.
