The Globe and Mail reports in its Thursday edition that Quebec's Economy Minister warned that her government would intervene in future takeovers of Quebec companies if the offers are non-solicited. The Globe's Nicolas Van Praet quotes Dominique Anglade as saying, "If it's hostile, definitely the government needs to be involved and engaged with the partners and see what can be done in order to save the situation and find the right solution." She made her comments to The Globe after Lowe's announced that it struck a friendly $3.2-billion deal for Rona. The government is backing the deal on the grounds that it is a friendly agreement that maintains Rona's headquarters in Boucherville, and most jobs while providing significant prospects for growth. Quebec has not been tested much in recent months with respect to its takeover policy. In 2014, after gold miner Osisko was sold to Yamana Gold and Agnico Eagle Mines, Osisko's chief executive officer lashed out at what he saw as Canada's bidder-friendly takeover regulations. Last year, Cirque du Soleil founder Guy Laliberte sold majority control in a friendly deal. Nevertheless, the purchase by non-Quebec entities of Quebec companies remains a political issue.