We are 'natural allies' with Quebec: Alberta premier-designate Jason Kenney
Jason Kenney, head of Alberta’s newly elected provincial government, called upon Quebec and Premier François Legault Tuesday night to help his province “develop our natural resources and our economy.”
Alternating between French and English in his victory speech, the head of the United Conservative Party said he has “enormous respect” for Legault.
“I admire that his government has decided to put the accent on economic growth and is committed to ending dependence on equalization payments,” he said in French, adding that Quebec and Alberta are “natural allies” and should work together.
“The question is simple: do Quebecers want ethical oil, or rather oil from the United States or foreign dictatorships? To ask the question is to answer it. So I’d like to say this to all Quebecers and to Premier François Legault — when Alberta is hurting we need to work together.
“If Quebec and other provinces want to accept massive transfer payments from Alberta, please help us develop our natural resources and out economy.”