Stephen Harper announces the Conservative platform for Quebec
“The federal Liberal Party has damaged the cause of federalism in Québec. Millions of Quebecers are looking for an alternative to corruption and separation that only a new Conservative government can provide,” said Stephen Harper in Quebec today where he released his party’s commitment to the province. “Making a real change means having an honest government that can help Québec be more than just a powerless spectator in the House of Commons, or totally absent from the cabinet table.”
The Conservative Party is the only party that will provide Quebecers with results, giving the province an important place in government.
A new Conservative government will stand up for Quebec by providing results and not just promises that can never be kept. Highlights of the Conservative platform for Quebec include:
- Cleaning up Ottawa by putting an end to Liberal scandals that have sullied the reputation of federalism in Quebec and reforming federal political party financing along the lines of the model established by René Lévesque;
- Practising open federalism by respecting provincial autonomy, cultural and institutional responsibilities, and allowing Quebec to play a role in international institutions, such as UNESCO;
- Correcting the fiscal imbalance between the federal government and the provinces; and
- Encouraging a stronger economy and more prosperous families through tax cuts that benefit everyone, creating a healthy business climate and improving our trade relations with all our partners.
Under a Conservative government, “Québec would be better represented in Ottawa. And Ottawa will take Québec’s needs more seriously. Only a new Conservative government can help Québec in government. Let’s make a real change,” said Mr. Harper.
