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The Bloc Québécois, while securing twenty-two seats in Quebec, faced its own challenges, notably a backlash following inflammatory comments by its leader. These remarks could hinder the party's image and complicate its future dealings with the federal government, particularly as Carney seeks to embody Canadian nationalism.
Carney's pro-Canadian identity conflicts with the Bloc's separatist sentiments, which adds to the complexities of coalition-building in a minority government.