Tories talk immigration, economy, environment, trade at first leadership debate
SASKATOON — The 12 people vying to lead the federal Conservative Party took jabs at the Trudeau government’s proposed carbon tax and backed the idea of pipelines in their first leadership debate.
But when it came to immigration, the contenders had more to politely spar about.
MP Kellie Leitch said she shares the idea of U.S. president-elect Donald Trump that newcomers should get more screening. Leitch said only one in 10 people coming to Canada sees a trained immigration officer.
“Everyone on this stage supports immigration, but I’m the only candidate who will require face-to-face interviews of new immigrants and screen for Canadian values,” said Leitch.