That is not easy because the demands and expectations are very high in some regions, but not in others. Mr. Godin and others know very well that what is affecting the New Brunswick education system, for instance, is a very passionate debate on the ground. People are voicing their opinions on the topic.
It is certainly inappropriate for a minister from Canada's west coast who works with officials here in Ottawa to tell provinces that they have to make their education system operate in a specific way if they want to receive a few million dollars a year. That is why we have agreements. There are negotiations between the provinces and my officials. We are working together to meet Canada's needs for an education system where both official languages are used, but we are not imposing a Government of Canada policy in this area, which comes under provincial jurisdiction.