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Bill Brownstein

Publishing · On our record since 2008

Where this writer stands

Immigration2 pieces

Higher permanent intakeLower intake
“The weekend passage of Bill 9 by the CAQ government will certainly exacerbate the labour shortage here with its plans to curtail some immigration to these parts and scrap 18,000 immigration applications.” Read the piece

Public safety1 piece

Prevention and restraintEnforcement and sentencing
“Nothing else seems to work. Even with all manner of safety campaigns and police being ever vigilant in trying to crack down on distracted drivers, there appears to be no stopping this trend other than stiffer fines.” Read the piece

Health1 piece

Expand public coverageMore private delivery
“(Even in Quebec, the government's approach is disconcerting: the COVID vaccine is recommended but free only for those over age 65, the immunocompromised, pregnant women and health-care workers, while everyone else has to pay up to a hefty $180 for a shot.)” Read the piece

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