# Quebec's Superminister Prepares Referendum Plan

> Quebec's new superminister will lead preparations for a third independence referendum after Trump leaves office in 2029.
- Title: Quebec's Superminister Prepares Referendum Plan · Nationalpost
- Summary: Quebec's new superminister will lead preparations for a third independence referendum after Trump leaves office in 2029. Quebec's Parti Québécois appoints…
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- Source: Nationalpost — https://nationalpost.com/news/the-pqs-new-superminister-will-be-in-charge-of-planning-quebecs-next-referendum
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## Catherine Gentilcore sworn in
Catherine Gentilcore, the member of the National Assembly for Terrebonne, will be juggling the crucial jobs of Quebec deputy premier, minister of immigration and integration and minister responsible for Quebec’s access to independence.
## Superminister role
Gentilcore will be acting as the government house leader and responsible for preparing Quebec’s third independence referendum after Trump leaves office in January 2029.
## PQ's referendum plan
The PQ has already promised to put aside approximately $130 million to fulfill the promise of this referendum.
## Opposition reaction
Quebec Liberal Leader Charles Milliard criticized the new premier for prioritizing a referendum over healthcare, education, and housing.
## Next steps
Gentilcore will lead consultation processes to prepare for a referendum, with immigration levels set at 35,000 people per year.
## Key takeaway

Quebec's Parti Québécois appoints Catherine Gentilcore as superminister to prepare for a third independence referendum following Trump's exit from office in January 2029.