Thank you very much.
My question is going to be directed to both Mr. Hubbard and Mr. Labonté. If you are unable to answer and someone else on the panel has the answer, please feel free.
You heard some discussion earlier, as we were asking questions of the minister, about free, prior, and informed consent, which is a standard that first nations are asking to be incorporated. Right now in Canada, the standard is “duty to consult”, which the courts have shaped over the years. It's something we understand reasonably well.
In your view, does the process established by the new impact assessment act sufficiently discharge the crown's duty to consult and accommodate aboriginal peoples?