We'll end the uncertainty
caused by the national
unity crisis...
"For the past few decades, Canada has been governed by an ideology which holds that an overpowering, overspending central government is the answer to every problem, including that of national unity. The Reform Party is not afraid to fundamentally rethink the way our government works. Through decentralization and a greater emphasis on local responsibility, we believe we have a realistic plan that will build a stronger, more united Canada. It will help us achieve our common objective of keeping Quebec in the federation."
Preston Manning
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OUR COMMITMENT TO CANADIANS
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A Reform Government will:
- Lead Canadians in reshaping our country for the 21st century
- Give Canadians the first and last say in Canada's future through citizens' assemblies and constitutional referendums
- Rebalance powers, moving governmental responsibility closer to the people, and strengthening Canada's federal nature and institutions
- Affirm local government as the "first level of government" closest to the people
- Ensure that federal legislation reflects the equality of all Canadians, resisting pressure to undermine this principle by granting special status to any one group
- Offer all Canadians, including Quebecers, a fresh vision of Canada before any future referendum on secession
- Establish a fair process and a just set of principles to safeguard the economic and political interests of Canadians, prior to any future referendum on secession
