Coalition Avenir Québec Leader François Legault says it would be “suicidal” for the Quebec nation if more than 50,000 immigrants arrive in the province per year.
Legault made the statement during an event Wednesday at the Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal.
Shortly after, the premier was forced to confront comments made by the incumbent immigration minister, who said 80 per cent of immigrants to the province settle in Montreal, don’t work, don’t speak French or don’t share Quebec values.
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The premier, however, told reporters he doesn’t regret using the word “suicidal” to describe the consequences to the French language and Quebec culture if the province accepts more than 50,000 newcomers per year.
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