Frédéric Mérand – Et si les Belges étaient les plus Canadiens des Européens ?

The Montreal Jean Monnet Centre invites you to discover a new opinion piece published in Le Soleil, entitled “Et si les Belges étaient les plus Canadiens des Européens ?”.   This article is co-authored by Serge Jaumain, historian at the Université libre de Bruxelles, and Frédéric Mérand, professor of political science at the Université de Montréal.   The piece offers an original reflection on the historical, cultural, and political ties between Belgium and Canada, exploring often overlooked affinities that bring these two societies closer together. Through this comparison, it provides a stimulating perspective on national identities, federalism, and European legacies in Canada.   An insightful read for rethinking transatlantic connections and shared political imaginaries.   👉 Read the full article on Le Soleil