Quebeckers have more social programs because they pay more taxes by a large amount. Most of the difference is explained by the fact that we pay more taxes, and we decide to do it because we want to provide ourselves with social services. If Albertans don't want these social services and don't want to pay the taxes for them, that's their choice. That's what is great about having a federation, that you don't have to have a one-size-fits-all.
On May 31st, 2012. See this statement in context.