Yves-François Blanchet
Yves-François Blanchet is a Canadian politician who has served as the leader of the Bloc Québécois (BQ) and member of Parliament (MP) for Beloeil—Chambly since 2019.
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Jul 2, 2026
Far Left
Blanchet demands more federal transfers for Quebec and criticizes both Liberals and NDP for ignoring Quebec's environmental and cultural priorities.
Jul 1, 2026
Far Left
Bloc leader is demanding a $70 increase in old age security as price for supporting the Liberals in confidence votes, upending NDP strategy.
Jun 30, 2026
Far Left
Bloc leader threatens to vote against the budget unless Liberals boost seniors benefits, exploiting Liberal vulnerability.
Jun 28, 2026
Far Left
Blanchet is leveraging Liberal weakness to push for Quebec sovereignty concessions and more federal cash for Quebec.
Jun 24, 2026
Far Left
Blanchet is leveraging the carbon tax exemption to demand $5 billion in compensation for Quebec, threatening to pull Bloc support from the Liberals.
Jun 15, 2026
Far Left
Blanchet is using NDP pharmacare delays to push for Bloc priorities, including increased health transfers without strings attached.