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Quebec CAQ leadership candidates clashed over the Third Link bridge and shale gas, with Fréchette backed by Treasury Board president Duranceau.
In Quebec City, candidates Christine Fréchette and Bernard Drainville clashed in the first CAQ leadership debate over the proposed Third Link bridge, with Fréchette criticizing Drainville’s route as ego-driven and lacking public support, while Drainville accused her of delaying progress.
They also differed on shale gas, with Drainville opposing fracking and Fréchette calling for renewed discussion with safeguards.
Both supported reducing government size, with Drainville proposing a 20-member cabinet and Fréchette emphasizing efficiency.
Treasury Board president France-Élaine Duranceau endorsed Fréchette.
The CAQ’s nearly 20,600 members will vote, with results due April 12.
Los candidatos al liderazgo de Quebec CAQ se enfrentaron por el puente Third Link y el gas de esquisto, con Fréchette respaldado por el presidente de la Junta del Tesoro Duranceau.