Commentary Quebec separatism might not be on full throttle these days, but there’s definitely a “different-from-the-rest-of-Canada” spirit to how federal candidates are promoting themselves in La Belle Province via their campaign signs. Elsewhere in the country, campaign posters and signs tend to be generic: the colour of the party, candidate name, party logo, and riding name—pretty cookie-cutter. Quebec’s signs, however, are rich in visuals, with candidates’ faces and illustrations. It probably has a good explanation. I would think it might have to do with the province being a cultural beast of its own, possessing a joie de vivre that stands unique. After all, it’s the home of Cirque Du Soleil, Carnaval de Québec, a vibrant arts scene, and where entire streets shut down in summer for festivals. Life has a certain flair, and whether in the city or the outskirts, the fun never stops, because there’s a party to be …