Bloc Québécois leader downplays expectations of becoming official Opposition in next election

Bloc Québécois Leader Yves-François Blanchet expressed modesty about his party potentially becoming the official Opposition in the next federal election. Current polls suggest the Bloc could secure 45 seats, surpassing the Liberals and NDP. Blanchet emphasized a constructive approach while advocating for Quebec sovereignty. He stated that the party would continue to communicate in French in Parliament but reassured English Canadians that they need not fear the Bloc's positions. The Bloc has only held the official Opposition status once before, in 1993. With the Liberal government facing challenges, Blanchet confirmed his party's intent to vote against the government and push for an election.