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As Justin Trudeau’s minority government announces a new Cabinet Wednesday, a new poll underscores the expectations of Canadians, especially on the all-important economic file.

A majority of residents in every region other than Quebec say that the federal government should do more to help Alberta’s natural resource industry, according to a new survey by the Angus Reid Institute.

“That said, few outside of CPC supporters consider the TransMountain pipeline expansion a top priority,” according to the survey published this morning.

Climate change, taxation and healthcare — issues that were often discussed during the federal election — remain top priorities for those surveyed.

Post-election, however, there are two other issues that have come to the fore: Western representation and the federal deficit.

Tax cuts for lower- and middle-income Canadians was seen as priority by 31 per cent of respondents, while 28 per cent felt ensuring Canada meets its 2030 emission reduction targets was a top priority.