Clarity Act (Canada)

The Clarity Act, passed in 2000, is Canadian legislation that regulates how any future referendum on Quebec's independence would be conducted. It requires that a clear question be asked, and a clear majority of voters must support the separation for it to be considered legitimate. The Act also outlines the process for negotiations between the federal government and a province seeking to separate, aiming to ensure that any decision about Quebec's status is transparent and respects the democratic process. Essentially, it seeks to clarify and formalize the rules for potential secession from Canada.