Minority rights
Protect English-speaking, allophone, visible minority, and Indigenous communities through clear constitutional commitments.
Canadian Party of Quebec
Democracy without division
CaPQ speaks for Quebecers who believe rights are not negotiable, bilingualism is an asset, and public life should be grounded in fairness, dignity, and democratic accountability.
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Who we are
What we stand for
A modern federalist platform rooted in constitutional rights, minority protections, and public institutions that serve every Quebecer.
Indigenous rights
Advance reconciliation through respect, partnership, and fair treatment before the law.
Linguistic rights
Defend official language equality and reject coercive language policy.
Religious freedom
Protect civil liberties and individual conscience in public life.
Bilingualism
Treat French and English as shared civic assets and practical tools for opportunity.
National unity
Build a confident Quebec within a united Canada.
Leader and Co-Founder
Joseph Cianflone
A Harvard and Oxford graduate with a record of leadership in global health technology, Joseph Cianflone brings a rights-based, solutions-driven approach to Quebec politics.
Meet the leaderCandidates
Our candidates
Meet the people ready to represent their communities at the National Assembly.
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Chapleau
Marcela Martinez Angarita
Marcela Martínez is a community leader, entrepreneur, and legal professional who has built her life and career in Canada. A graduate of the Business Management and Entrepreneurship program at Algonquin College, she has extensive experience in business leadership, innovation, strategic growth, marketing, and partnership development. Throughout her professional and community work, Marcela has brought people together, developed practical solutions, and helped create opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. She is currently President of the Colombian Community of Ottawa–Gatineau, where she promotes civic participation, supports the integration of newcomers, and strengthens connections between cultural communities and Canadian institutions. Having experienced the challenges and opportunities of building a new life in Canada, Marcela understands the importance of fair access to employment, education, public services, and economic opportunity. She is committed to an inclusive and prosperous Quebec where French is promoted positively, individual freedoms are respected, and every resident has the opportunity to contribute and succeed. Her contributions to community development and social causes have also been recognized by the Government of Colombia, which honoured her as an Outstanding Colombian in Canada.
Orford
Ngaire DeNora
"Ngaire DeNora is a dedicated community advocate, ATV safety activist, certified caregiver, and active volunteer based in Stanstead, Quebec, in the Eastern Townships. Self-employed as a certified caregiver, she has built her career around helping others and strengthening the well-being of her community. Ngaire pursued her education at both Champlain College and Bishop’s University, experiences that helped shape her commitment to public service and community engagement. In 2018, she established the Myles Memorial Welding Scholarship Fund at the Lennoxville Vocational Training Center in memory of her son, Myles, who was a welder. The scholarship continues to support aspiring welders and remains active today, reflecting her ongoing dedication to education and skilled trades. A passionate volunteer, Ngaire contributes her time to organizations such as Phelps Helps and Sunnyseed Gardens, demonstrating her commitment to supporting local residents and fostering a strong, connected community. Ngaire believes that Anglophones and other minority communities in Quebec deserve a strong and effective voice. This conviction led her to support the Canadian Party of Quebec and its mission to promote inclusion, representation, and equal opportunities for all Quebecers. Through her advocacy, volunteerism, and community leadership, Ngaire continues to work toward building a stronger, more inclusive future for her region and the province."
Nelligan
Michael K. Wilkinson
My journey began at the Lakeshore General Hospital in Pointe-Claire in 2001. Growing up as an only child encouraged me to build friendships and connect with people from all walks of life. It taught me to approach others with curiosity rather than judgment and to value perspectives different from my own. Over time, that curiosity expanded beyond personal relationships and became a desire to better understand how Quebecers and Canadians live, work, and build society together. A defining moment in my life came when I was 16 years old at Loyola High School. As part of a humanitarian trip, many of us in Secondary IV travelled to Consuelo in the Dominican Republic, where I lived with a local family for a week. Before arriving, I expected the challenges of poverty to dominate daily life. Instead, what stood out most was the strength of the community. Despite significant socioeconomic hardship, I found people who were welcoming, optimistic, and deeply connected to one another. I came to believe that this sense of community helped people face adversity with resilience and hope. Returning to Canada, I began to notice that although we enjoy tremendous prosperity, many people feel increasingly disconnected from one another. That realization inspired my interest in politics because I came to believe that the ultimate purpose of government is to unite people around our common goals and help solve the common challenges that affect us all. After graduating from John Abbott College, I enrolled at Bishop’s University, where I earned a degree in International Political Economy. My studies explored the relationship between economics, politics, and public policy, while courses in business, sociology, and history broadened my understanding of the many issues that shape our society. Rather than specializing in a single field, I wanted to become a well-rounded thinker who could understand problems from multiple perspectives and engage thoughtfully with people from different backgrounds. That foundation proved invaluable when I represented Bishop’s University at the National Model United Nations in New York City. Working alongside my partner, I negotiated with delegates from around the world, built consensus, and defended positions on complex international issues. At the conclusion of the conference, we were honoured to receive the Best Delegate award. The experience reinforced the importance of preparation, collaboration, respectful dialogue, and finding common ground, even among people with very different views. Today, at 25 years old, I am proud to stand as the Canadian Party of Quebec’s candidate in Nelligan. I believe politics should bring people together rather than divide them. We face real challenges, including the rising cost of living, access to healthcare, protecting our fundamental freedoms, and ensuring Quebec remains a place where families and businesses can thrive. These challenges deserve practical solutions that unite us instead of pitting us against one another. I believe our identity is defined not by our language, religion, or culture, but by our actions and our shared commitment to one another. My goal is to help build a Quebec that is more united, more prosperous, and more welcoming for everyone who calls it home.
Pierre-Laporte
Michael Douris
I was born and raised in Greenfield Park, where I attended Centennial Regional HS. I studied at Dawson College and John Abbott, graduating in Police Technology. I hold a BA in Sociology with a minor in Quebec History from Concordia University, and a BA in Legal Studies and certificate in Criminology from Carleton University. I also have a diploma in Police Leadership from Dalhousie University, and a diploma in French in the Workplace from McGill University. In 1992 I served in the Canadian Grenadier Guards infantry reserve regiment, where I performed ceremonial guard duties for Canada’s 125th anniversary. I am recently retired after 30 years of service to Canada. I worked through the 1990s for Correctional Service Canada at Cowansville Institution and Centre de Formation Federal Institution, during the period known as “the biker wars”. I was employed as a correctional officer and institutional case manager. I was also part of the group who founded UCCO/SACC (Union of Canadian Corrections Officers) as well as the first President for my institution (CFF). Shortly after 9/11, I joined the Canadian Armed Forces as an Officer in the Military Polce service. I served as Commander, Montreal Region MP Detachment, and as well deployed to Kandahar Afghanistan as Operations Officer for the Canadian task force MP company. I was employed in pre-deployment training and oversight of subsequent task forces and am a recipient of the Commander Canadian Army Commendation for my role ensuring detainee handling procedures were conducted in accordance with Canadian values and International Laws of Armed conflict. I have also been employed as National Grievance Adviser and National Harassment Adviser. Throughout my professional and private life, I have been a stalwart defender of linguistic minority rights (French throughout Canada and English within Quebec) and a staunch defender of minority Charter rights. I was born into a world where Montreal was the jewel in the crown of Canada, and an internationally renowned economic and cultural powerhouse. A world in which my province was the prime innovator and leader of the greatest country in the world. I am a candidate for the Canada Party of Quebec because I believe it is the only party whose platforms and priorities seek to return Quebec to its rightful place and stop the perpetual descent into ever more extreme attacks on individual rights in the name of ethnonationalist doctrine. We are not fair-weather federalists; we believe Canadian Exceptionalism and respect for Rule of Law are key to Quebec’s prosperous future.
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Saint-Laurent
Audrey Baillairgé
Audrey Baillairgé is a lawyer practising civil and commercial litigation in Montreal. Called to the Barreau du Québec in 2024, she also holds the French CAPA, allowing her to practise law in both Quebec and France. Her academic background includes international studies and two master's degrees: one in Common Law and Transnational Law, and another in International Business Law. Throughout her career, she has combined legal practice with an unwavering commitment to public service. Raised in Saint-Laurent, Audrey is deeply rooted in the community she now seeks to represent. She attended local schools, borrowed books from the Bibliothèque du Vieux-Saint-Laurent before she could even properly walk, spent countless hours studying for her CEGEP exams at the Bibliothèque du Boisé, played competitive soccer on Saint-Laurent's fields from childhood, learned to swim and later taught swimming at the YMCA, spent every summer at the Centre des loisirs de Saint-Laurent day camp before becoming a camp counsellor there, and grew up enjoying neighbourhood landmarks such as Parc Gohier, Parc Beaudet, Parc Hartenstein, Parc Decelles, and the Aréna Raymond-Bourque. These experiences shaped her deep attachment to Saint-Laurent and her conviction that strong communities are built through local engagement. From a young age, Audrey demonstrated a commitment to inclusion and fairness. Alongside her soccer teammates, she successfully advocated for the hijab to be permitted in their league so that Muslim girls could play alongside them without being excluded. That experience reinforced a principle that continues to guide her today: every person deserves the opportunity to fully participate in community life. Volunteerism has always been at the heart of Audrey's career. She has dedicated hundreds of hours to organizations providing legal assistance to immigrants, refugees, and individuals who could not otherwise access legal services. She currently serves as a pro bono lawyer with the Sport Dispute Resolution Centre of Canada's Pro Bono Legal Assistance Program, helping protect safe sport and abuse-free sport across Canada. Audrey has also made significant contributions to sports governance. She previously served as President of the Provincial Judicial Committee of Soccer Québec and now serves as an independent member of the Canada Soccer Compliance Committee, where she contributes to promoting integrity, accountability, and good governance in Canadian sport. Committed to defending the rule of law both inside and outside the courtroom, Audrey was also part of the legal team that appeared before the National Assembly of Québec to oppose Bill 1, contributing to the constitutional debate surrounding the proposed legislation. Audrey believes politics should be guided by integrity, respect, and service. She is running because she wants to give back to the community that raised her and help ensure Saint-Laurent remains a safe, welcoming, and prosperous place for future generations.
Jacques-Cartier
Yesica Ochoa
More than 25 years ago, Yesica Ochoa moved from Mexico to Quebec after earning her law degree from Universidad Anáhuac. Since then, she has built her life in Quebec, become a Canadian citizen, and developed a career that spans entrepreneurship, real estate, communications, the arts, and community service. As an entrepreneur and real estate owner, Yesica has managed rental properties and worked directly with tenants, contractors, insurers, financial institutions, and government agencies. These experiences have given her practical insight into the challenges of housing, small business, and navigating public systems. Believing that culture brings people together, Yesica co-founded Fondation Frères Unis par le Monde and serves as its President. Through the foundation, she produced Weekends du Monde – Mexico in collaboration with Parc Jean-Drapeau, showcasing Mexican culture as part of one of Montreal's largest multicultural festivals. A passionate communicator, Yesica created and hosted her online program Y porque no? Con Yesica O and volunteered as a radio host with Mike FM, and Radio Centre-Ville. She has also appeared as a guest on radio programs in Argentina, Costa Rica, Germany, and other countries. Outside of public life, Yesica is also a singer, songwriter, and actress. She believes that the arts, culture, and open dialogue help strengthen communities and bring people together. Fluent in French, English, and Spanish, with conversational Italian, Yesica is running to represent the people of Quebec with integrity, practical experience, and a commitment to responsible, transparent government.
Policy
Our policies
Read the policy positions CaPQ has published.
Preliminary Costed Fiscal Framework: Four-Year Personal & Corporate Tax Reform
Lower rates. A wider base. A published, conservative accounting of the gap.
Read policyEnergy Independence & Growth Strategy: A 25-Year Mainland Energy Platform
Private capital. Mainland development. A permanent shield around Anticosti.
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Canadian Party of Quebec Launches “Democracy without Division” Campaign Message in Montreal
The Canadian Party of Quebec held a press conference to launch its main message during the current Quebec election and to introduce some of its candidates.
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