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CTV News : Quebec energy drink ban: Groups to speak out
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Portrayed as delaying action despite expert advice

The article highlights that the CAQ government had an expert report recommending the ban since 2023 but waited until the end of its mandate to act, implying delayed responsiveness.

“The Coalition Avenir Québec (CAQ) government has actually had a report from experts recommending a ban on energy drinks for minors since 2023. However, the party waited until the very end of its mandate to act.”
The Globe and Mail : Quebec Liberals say they are sole federalist option in provincial election
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Framed as untrustworthy due to internal contradictions on sovereignty

The article emphasizes CAQ’s 'indecisive' stance on referendums, citing conflicting positions from ministers Boulet ('No') and Lacombe ('Yes'), and reproduces Milliard’s 'Noui' jab without critical distance, undermining CAQ’s credibility on a core issue.

““On the referendum issue, the [Coalition Avenir Québec] is indecisive. Some say they are in the ‘No’ camp. Others are proud sovereigntists,” he told the few hundred Liberal supporters gathered at the party convention in Sherbrooke, Que.”
CTV News : Quebec Liberals plan to oppose Bill 101 expansion to vocational training
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framed as pursuing a potentially counterproductive policy

The opposition’s argument that the bill could discourage adults from returning to school implies criticism of the CAQ’s policy design and effectiveness, with minimal counterbalancing justification provided from the government side.

“She insists there are concerns that the measure could discourage adults from returning to school.”