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Natural Resources

The Conservatives questioned the Liberals on their policies impacting resource development and higher fuel prices. The Liberals pointed to recent major investments in the Canadian energy sector and accused the Conservatives of ignoring these developments.

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Jacob Mantle

Conservative
“Blaming other countries doesn't fix high gas prices. I want Canada to cut gas taxes for everyone this year!”
Our translation 80% shorter

Hon. Tim Hodgson

Liberal
“I'm cherry-picking a different CEO who said Canada is good. Look, some CEOs still invest billions here.”
Our translation 71% shorter

Jacob Mantle

Conservative
“The CBC says you want to change pipeline approvals. Last year you said projects would get fast-tracked. Nothing real happened. No projects got approved. No laws or taxes went away. It's never today with you. When's the next pipeline?”
Our translation 69% shorter

Hon. Tim Hodgson

Liberal
“You wouldn't have to ask if you were paying attention. We're totally building pipelines. Billions are getting spent. A new wind farm is getting built. That should keep you happy for now.”
Our translation 68% shorter