Coalition Avenir Québec (CAQ) Leader Christine Fréchette has expressed regret over parts of her campaign as the Quebec provincial election enters its final hours, making a last appeal to voters before Monday’s vote.
Speaking during a campaign stop in Shawinigan, Fréchette said she wished she had spent more time warning Quebecers about the potential consequences of a sovereignty referendum proposed by Parti Québécois Leader Paul St-Pierre Plamondon.
Fréchette argued that a Parti Québécois government could create significant economic uncertainty if it moved ahead with plans for another referendum on Quebec independence. She emphasized the potential impact on businesses, investment and the province’s economy.
The CAQ leader also reiterated that she intends to remain at the helm of the party regardless of the outcome of Monday’s election.
Throughout the campaign, Fréchette has focused her message on issues including the cost of living, public services, Quebec’s economy and the protection of the province’s identity. Her final campaign appearances were aimed at reinforcing those priorities while urging voters to support the CAQ.
Fréchette is also seeking a seat in Quebec’s legislature in the Trois-Rivières riding, where she was scheduled to spend part of the final hours of the campaign speaking directly with voters and going door-to-door.
The final stretch of the campaign has been dominated by a strong showing from the Parti Québécois, with the prospect of a sovereignty referendum becoming one of the major issues facing voters.
Fréchette’s comments reflect the CAQ’s effort to shift attention toward the economic and political risks it says could accompany renewed independence debate.
With campaigning now coming to an end, Quebec voters are preparing to decide which party will form the next provincial government and what direction the province will take on the economy, public services, sovereignty and its relationship with the rest of Canada.
The election result could also determine the political future of Fréchette and the CAQ as the party seeks to maintain its influence in Quebec politics.
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