François Legault cited the threat of “extremism” and “violence” as well as the need to preserve Quebec’s way of life when asked Wednesday about why he wants to limit the number of immigrants.
“Quebecers are peaceful,” said the leader of the Coalition Avenir Québec during a provincial election campaign stop in Victoriaville, Que. “They don’t like conflict and extremism and violence. And we have to make sure to keep things the way they are now.”
Legault said Quebec — as well as other provinces and jurisdictions around the world — is struggling to integrate newcomers. He said Quebec’s challenge is even greater due to its status as the only majority French-speaking jurisdiction in North America.
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