Mr. Speaker, as the hon. member knows, the commitment to full discussion and consultation with the provinces was our idea, not that of the provinces.
When we first announced this initiative in January we said that we wanted to do it in full partnership with provincial jurisdictions as well as with a wide range of Canadians and all the stakeholders and interest groups. I am certainly pleased that the Ontario legislature endorsed the principle of sitting down to have a fair and open discussion.
As an example of that, about two weeks ago I met with the Ontario ministers of education and community services to have a close, direct discussion concerning the very important initiatives we want to take.
I am very pleased that the Government of Ontario, along with all other provincial governments, are prepared to co-operate with us in undertaking a major forum. I just wish the Bloc Quebecois would be as co-operative.