Parti Québécois candidate Audrey Bujold, running in the Bellefeuille riding, has defended herself following a controversy over her comments linking feminist Marxism to declining birth rates in Quebec. The controversy erupted after Bujold's remarks were reported by The Canadian Press on April 30, 2026.
Bujold's Defense
In a statement, Bujold argued that her comments were taken out of context and that she was advocating for policies to support families and increase birth rates. She emphasized that her critique was directed at certain ideological trends, not at feminism as a whole.
Reactions from Other Parties
Quebec Solidaire and the Coalition Avenir Québec have criticized Bujold's remarks, calling them divisive and out of touch with modern values. The PQ candidate, however, maintains that her focus is on the demographic challenges facing Quebec.
The controversy highlights ongoing debates in Quebec about feminism, Marxism, and demographic policy. Bujold's defense has garnered support from some quarters, while others continue to call for her to clarify her position.
