Quebec Liberals conclude party convention, criticize CAQ government as ‘unreliable’ – Montreal

The Quebec Liberal Party has launched a scathing attack on the CAQ government, criticizing their handling of the province’s finances and public services. At the QLP convention, interim leader Marc Tanguay did not hold back, calling François Legault “the worst premier in modern Quebec history” and accusing the government of being untrustworthy.

Tanguay pointed out that the CAQ government has lost control of public finances and has failed to provide adequate public services to Quebecers. He emphasized the Quebec Liberal Party’s commitment to inclusivity, stating that they will defend all Quebecers regardless of their background or language spoken at home.

The two-day convention, held at a hotel in Bromont and attended by 400 people, focused on the economy and the party’s commitment to financial responsibility. QLP president Rafael Primeau-Ferraro stressed the party’s dedication to making Quebec a leader in the Canadian federation.

The convention comes at a time when the Quebec Liberal Party is without an official leader, with a leadership race set to begin in January 2025 and a leader to be selected in June. Tanguay sees this as an opportunity for the party to engage with the public and prepare for the 2026 elections.

To engage more Quebecers in the political process, the party plans to hold five national debates across the province during the leadership race. Tanguay believes that these debates will help the party connect with voters and showcase their vision for the future of Quebec.

Overall, the Quebec Liberal Party’s convention was a platform for the party to criticize the current government, outline their priorities for the province, and set the stage for the upcoming leadership race. With tensions running high between the QLP and the CAQ, the political landscape in Quebec is sure to heat up in the coming months.