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In Québec, referendums are consultative. They have been governed by the Referendum act since 1978.
Referendums allow the public to express its opinion on an issue or a bill adopted by the Assemblée national. The government conducts this consultation by means of a poll in the same manner as a general election.
A writ issued by the government and addressed to the Chief Electoral Officer indicates the date of the referendum and the issue that will be submitted to public consultation.
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