--- title: "Alberta separatists hail Quebec premier-designate Plamondon as ally" publication: "MediaBias News" url: "https://mediabias.news/politics/alberta-separatists-hail-quebec-premier-designate-plamondon-as-ally" api: "https://mediabias.news/api/v1/stories/alberta-separatists-hail-quebec-premier-designate-plamondon-as-ally" markdown: "https://mediabias.news/politics/alberta-separatists-hail-quebec-premier-designate-plamondon-as-ally.md" audio: "https://mediabias.news/api/audio/alberta-separatists-hail-quebec-premier-designate-plamondon-as-ally" category: "Politics" published: "2026-10-06T20:46:37.849Z" source_reported: "2026-10-06T19:29:39.000Z" updated: "2026-10-06T20:46:37.849Z" trust_score: 42 critic_score: 59 hype_score: 20 assessment_type: "coverage-and-source-reporting-analysis" fact_check_status: "not-performed" coverage_measured: "2026-10-06T22:00:19.341701+00:00" --- # Alberta separatists hail Quebec premier-designate Plamondon as ally *Election of Paul St-Pierre Plamondon signals potential shift in Canadian political dynamics, say independence advocates.* **Scores for the source reporting** (0-100, assessing the original journalism this article was written from, not this write-up): - Trust 42 of 100, higher is better. One outlet provided a full report with named sources, while 29 others provided digests. - Craft 59 of 100, higher is better. The full report included named sources and attributed claims, but lacked quotes from opposing viewpoints. - Hype 20 of 100, lower is better. The language used in headlines and digests is neutral and directly reflects the story's content. Scored by MediaBias News; method at https://mediabias.news/methodology. **The short version** - Leading figures in Alberta's separation movement are celebrating the election of Quebec premier-designate Paul St-Pierre Plamondon. - Jeff Rath stated that Plamondon's election could change Canada's political dynamic. - Plamondon has previously indicated he would recognise an independent Alberta. - Alberta Premier Danielle Smith congratulated Plamondon and expressed a desire to work together. Leading figures in the movement for Alberta's separation have welcomed the election of Paul St-Pierre Plamondon as Quebec premier-designate. Jeff Rath, a proponent of Alberta independence, stated that Plamondon's victory could alter the political landscape of Canada. Rath noted that Plamondon has previously expressed a willingness to recognise an independent Alberta, a stance Rath described as significant for the first time in Canadian history. Corey Morgan, an online commentator and advocate for Alberta's upcoming referendum on separation, also views Plamondon as an ally. Morgan believes it is beneficial for independence movements in both Quebec and Alberta to maintain pressure on the federal system. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith congratulated Plamondon on his election and stated her intention to collaborate with his government. ## Disagreement on Plamondon's past statements While CTV News reported that St-Pierre Plamondon has previously stated he would recognise an independent Alberta, other reports did not include this specific detail. The digests from Elora Fergus Today, Medicine Hat News, mtlblog.com, Bowen Island Undercurrent, Narcity, Airdrie City View, StratfordToday.ca, The Record, Loonie Politics, thealbertan.com, Battlefords NOW, meadowlakeNOW, CFJC Today Kamloops, Ckpg Today, Winnipeg Free Press, Orillia Matters, Collingwood Today, Thorold Today, Sudbury, Bay Today, Guelph Today, St Catharines Standard, and ElliotLakeToday.com all begin with a similar sentence about separatists celebrating Plamondon's election but do not elaborate on his past statements regarding Alberta. ## What the coverage left out No right-rated outlet ran this story. The full report from CTV News mentioned that the Party Quebecois formed a minority government with approximately 28 per cent of the vote share, and that St-Pierre Plamondon's pledge for a referendum would not happen until after U.S. President Donald Trump leaves office. These details were not present in the digests from the left and centre-rated outlets. ## Who covered it Shares of the 29 covering outlets with a published leaning rating: - Left: 69% (20) - Centre: 31% (9) - Right: 0% (0) 3 of 32 covering outlets carried no usable leaning rating and were excluded from those percentages. Coverage measured 2026-10-06T22:00:19.341701+00:00. **Coverage watch:** developing. Checked 7 times; 0 checks found a material change. Most recently checked 2026-10-06T22:30:06.321Z. ## How the sides framed it ### Left - Reports from the left-rated outlets focused on the celebration of Paul St-Pierre Plamondon's election by Alberta separatist leaders. They highlighted Jeff Rath's view that Plamondon's victory could change Canada's political dynamic and that he would recognise an independent Alberta. The left-rated reports also included Corey Morgan's belief that independence movements on both sides of the country should maintain pressure on the federal system. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's congratulatory message and hope to work together were also noted. ### Centre - The centre-rated reports also led with the celebration of Quebec premier-designate Paul St-Pierre Plamondon's election by leading figures in Alberta's separation movement. They included Jeff Rath's statement that Plamondon's victory could change the political dynamic of Canada and that Plamondon has previously stated he would recognise an independent Alberta. The centre-rated reports also mentioned Corey Morgan's perspective on maintaining pressure on the federal system and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's congratulations and expressed desire for collaboration. ### Right No separate framing summary. **Provisional coverage gap:** right. The watch is not closed, so this is not yet a settled blindspot finding. ## Factuality profile of the covering outlets These are published factuality ratings of the outlets, not a verdict on whether this story or its claims are true. - high: 15 - unknown: 3 - veryHigh: 14 ## Verification scope This page compares coverage and scores the source reporting. It is not a ClaimReview verdict on whether the underlying event or claim is true. ## Original reporting this was written from - [Castanet](https://castanet.net/news/Alberta/633511/Alberta-separatists-see-an-ally-in-Quebec-premier-designate-St-Pierre-Plamondon) — Alberta separatists see an ally in Quebec premier-designate St-Pierre Plamondon - [Elora Fergus Today](https://elorafergustoday.com/national-news/alberta-separatists-see-an-ally-in-quebec-premier-designate-st-pierre-plamondon-12863494) — Alberta separatists see an ally in Quebec premier-designate St-Pierre Plamondon - [Bowen Island Undercurrent](https://bowenislandundercurrent.com/national-news/alberta-separatists-see-an-ally-in-quebec-premier-designate-st-pierre-plamondon-12863507) — Alberta separatists see an ally in Quebec premier-designate St-Pierre Plamondon - [StratfordToday.ca](https://stratfordtoday.ca/national-news/alberta-separatists-see-an-ally-in-quebec-premier-designate-st-pierre-plamondon-12863494) — Alberta separatists see an ally in Quebec premier-designate St-Pierre Plamondon - [Medicine Hat News](https://medicinehatnews.com/news/national-news/2026/10/06/alberta-separatists-see-an-ally-in-quebec-premier-designate-st-pierre-plamondon) — Alberta separatists see an ally in Quebec premier-designate St-Pierre Plamondon - [thealbertan.com](https://thealbertan.com/national-news/alberta-separatists-see-an-ally-in-quebec-premier-designate-st-pierre-plamondon-12863494) — Alberta separatists see an ally in Quebec premier-designate St-Pierre Plamondon - [CTV News](https://ctvnews.ca/edmonton/article/alberta-separatist-leaders-see-quebec-premier-designate-plamondon-as-an-ally) — Alberta separatist leaders see Quebec premier-designate Plamondon as an ally - [Narcity](https://narcity.com/alberta-separatists-see-plamondon-as-an-ally) — Alberta separatist leaders see Quebec premier-designate Plamondon as an ally - [mtlblog.com](https://mtlblog.com/alberta-separatists-see-plamondon-as-an-ally) — Alberta separatist leaders see Quebec premier-designate Plamondon as an ally - [The Toronto Star](https://thestar.com/politics/alberta-separatist-leaders-see-quebec-premier-designate-plamondon-as-an-ally/article_9fdef797-5fe8-52a7-9b4b-68cd6085106b.html) — Alberta separatist leaders see Quebec premier-designate Plamondon as an ally - [Rocky Mountain Outlook](https://rmoutlook.com/alberta-news/alberta-separatist-leaders-see-quebec-premier-designate-plamondon-as-an-ally-12863393) — Alberta separatist leaders see Quebec premier-designate Plamondon as an ally - [The Hamilton Spectator](https://thespec.com/news/canada/alberta-separatist-leaders-see-quebec-premier-designate-plamondon-as-an-ally/article_93e63146-b6ae-58c4-830f-718e6f36bc3b.html) — Alberta separatist leaders see Quebec premier-designate Plamondon as an ally - [SooToday.com](https://sootoday.com/national-news/alberta-separatist-leaders-see-quebec-premier-designate-plamondon-as-an-ally-12863494) — Alberta separatist leaders see Quebec premier-designate Plamondon as an ally - [Airdrie City View](https://airdriecityview.com/alberta-news/alberta-separatist-leaders-see-quebec-premier-designate-plamondon-as-an-ally-12863393) — Alberta separatist leaders see Quebec premier-designate Plamondon as an ally - [Orillia Matters](https://orilliamatters.com/national-news/alberta-separatist-leaders-see-quebec-premier-designate-plamondon-as-an-ally-12863494) — Alberta separatist leaders see Quebec premier-designate Plamondon as an ally - [Collingwood Today](https://collingwoodtoday.ca/national-news/alberta-separatist-leaders-see-quebec-premier-designate-plamondon-as-an-ally-12863494) — Alberta separatist leaders see Quebec premier-designate Plamondon as an ally - [Thorold Today](https://thoroldtoday.ca/national-news/alberta-separatist-leaders-see-quebec-premier-designate-plamondon-as-an-ally-12863494) — Alberta separatist leaders see Quebec premier-designate Plamondon as an ally - [The Record](https://therecord.com/news/canada/alberta-separatist-leaders-see-quebec-premier-designate-plamondon-as-an-ally/article_0ecf2476-ef8f-5d21-bcfd-1900ddb4bcdd.html) — Alberta separatist leaders see Quebec premier-designate Plamondon as an ally - [Battlefords NOW](https://battlefordsnow.com/2026/10/06/alberta-separatist-leaders-see-quebec-premier-designate-plamondon-as-an-ally) — Alberta separatist leaders see Quebec premier-designate Plamondon as an ally - [meadowlakeNOW](https://meadowlakenow.com/2026/10/06/alberta-separatist-leaders-see-quebec-premier-designate-plamondon-as-an-ally) — Alberta separatist leaders see Quebec premier-designate Plamondon as an ally - [Sudbury](https://sudbury.com/national/alberta-separatist-leaders-see-quebec-premier-designate-plamondon-as-an-ally-12863494) — Alberta separatist leaders see Quebec premier-designate Plamondon as an ally - [Bay Today](https://baytoday.ca/national-news/alberta-separatist-leaders-see-quebec-premier-designate-plamondon-as-an-ally-12863494) — Alberta separatist leaders see Quebec premier-designate Plamondon as an ally - [Guelph Today](https://guelphtoday.com/national-news/alberta-separatist-leaders-see-quebec-premier-designate-plamondon-as-an-ally-12863494) — Alberta separatist leaders see Quebec premier-designate Plamondon as an ally - [St Catharines Standard](https://stcatharinesstandard.ca/thestar/politics/federal/alberta-separatist-leaders-see-quebec-premier-designate-plamondon-as-an-ally/article_f27b8682-31c8-52d6-82c4-26e29e0e9e9d.html) — Alberta separatist leaders see Quebec premier-designate Plamondon as an ally - [CFJC Today Kamloops](https://cfjctoday.com/2026/10/06/alberta-separatist-leaders-see-quebec-premier-designate-plamondon-as-an-ally) — Alberta separatist leaders see Quebec premier-designate Plamondon as an ally - [ElliotLakeToday.com](https://elliotlaketoday.com/national-news/alberta-separatist-leaders-see-quebec-premier-designate-plamondon-as-an-ally-12863494) — Alberta separatist leaders see Quebec premier-designate Plamondon as an ally - [NiagaraFallsReview.ca](https://niagarafallsreview.ca/thestar/politics/federal/alberta-separatist-leaders-see-quebec-premier-designate-plamondon-as-an-ally/article_0f8a01cc-74d0-528a-9316-ce4a775bda5d.html) — Alberta separatist leaders see Quebec premier-designate Plamondon as an ally - [Loonie Politics](https://looniepolitics.com/alberta-separatist-leaders-see-quebec-premier-designate-plamondon-as-an-ally) — Alberta separatist leaders see Quebec premier-designate Plamondon as an ally - [Timmins Today](https://timminstoday.com/national-news/alberta-separatist-leaders-see-quebec-premier-designate-plamondon-as-an-ally-12863494) — Alberta separatist leaders see Quebec premier-designate Plamondon as an ally - [Ckpg Today](https://ckpgtoday.ca/2026/10/06/alberta-separatist-leaders-see-quebec-premier-designate-plamondon-as-an-ally) — Alberta separatist leaders see Quebec premier-designate Plamondon as an ally - [Global News](https://globalnews.ca/news/12090140/alberta-separatism-party-quebecois-election-win) — Alberta separatists see an ally in Quebec premier-designate St-Pierre Plamondon - [Winnipeg Free Press](https://winnipegfreepress.com/canada/2026/10/06/alberta-separatist-leaders-see-quebec-premier-designate-plamondon-as-an-ally) — Alberta separatist leaders see Quebec premier-designate Plamondon as an ally ## Questions **Who is Paul St-Pierre Plamondon?** Paul St-Pierre Plamondon is the premier-designate of Quebec. His party, the Parti Québécois, formed a minority government after the recent provincial election. He has previously indicated a willingness to recognise an independent Alberta. **How do Alberta separatists view Plamondon's election?** Leading figures in Alberta's separation movement are celebrating Plamondon's election. They see him as an ally and believe his victory could change the political dynamic of Canada, potentially benefiting independence movements across the country. **What was the reaction from Alberta's Premier?** Alberta Premier Danielle Smith congratulated Paul St-Pierre Plamondon on his election. She expressed a hope to work together with his government, stating that the provinces and the country are stronger when they collaborate. --- MediaBias News — https://mediabias.news. Reproduced from https://mediabias.news/politics/alberta-separatists-hail-quebec-premier-designate-plamondon-as-ally. 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