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A debate about a federal government investment in construction workforce training. The Bloc Quebecois argued workforce training is under Quebec's jurisdiction and Ottawa's role should be limited to funding. The Liberals said the investment is needed to meet skilled trades demand, especially in Quebec.

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Mario Simard

Bloc Québécois
“Give us the $6 billion training fund to spend as Quebec sees fit, not how Ottawa thinks it should be spent. You already agreed to this 30 years ago.”
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Mario Simard

Bloc Québécois
“I'm saying Quebec doesn't need federal interference on workforce training. Quebec knows what it needs. The federal government should just give Quebec its fair share of funds, no strings attached.”
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