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Natural Resources

Natural resource projects and federal spending were discussed. The Bloc accused the Liberals of wasting money on pipelines while the Liberals touted investments in Quebec mining projects and shipbuilding.

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Yves Perron

Bloc Québécois
“I don't like the pipeline. It's bad. Nobody wants it. But the government will spend lots of taxpayer money trying to force it through anyway. I want Quebec's money to stay in Quebec.”
Our translation 68% shorter

Hon. Steven MacKinnon

Liberal
“I'm excited that government spending will create jobs in Quebec. A new mine and shipyard will be great! Canadians, you will all see lower costs if you keep supporting us.”
Our translation 59% shorter

Yves Perron

Bloc Québécois
“I want the Liberals to spend money on my stuff instead of their stuff. Taxpayers must pay for my preferences!”
Our translation 83% shorter
“You're wrong about everything. Quebec and Canada are good at mining. We built a battery system. Quebec will be good at building electric cars. Everyone should be proud of us.”
Our translation 73% shorter

Patrick Bonin

Bloc Québécois
“The Liberals are making bad choices about the environment. They should use less gas.”
Our translation 85% shorter

Hon. Steven MacKinnon

Liberal
“I want taxpayers to spend more money and the government to take credit for jobs. The government will spend more money on programs in Quebec. We will keep spending to stay popular.”
Our translation 64% shorter