This 11 percent result for Legault’s troops may raise a few eyebrows, but it is in line with what Pallas has been measuring for the CAQ since the end of summer 2025 (11 percent in September, 13 percent in November).

In a brief declaration in Quebec City on Wednesday, Mr. Legault said people in his province want a change in political leadership, and that he would resign once his ruling Coalition Avenir Québec party picks a successor. A provincial election is scheduled in October with polls currently showing the separatist Parti Québécois in the lead.

While political and business leaders had many kind words to share, unions and community groups had a much different reaction.