We talked earlier about the symbolism of the RCMP issue and the gun registry. The long-gun registry in particular was a rallying cry for our hunting community, not only because of the sort of regulatory red tape, if you like, that it set before hunters but also because it sent a much more negative emotional signal that this activity was not something that was either valued or appropriate.
I believe that is why the reaction to the introduction of the long-gun registry was so passionate and so visceral in most parts of rural Manitoba and amongst the aboriginal community. The signal it sent was that this activity was distasteful and to be regulated. There was really very little sensitivity to the investments and the desire to recruit more hunters, more anglers, and more people to enjoy the wildlife resources of our country. I think the passion that evoked is the passion that we've spoken about this morning.