I just want to say that the caribou issue has been a primary concern for us for a long time, including during those years. Secondly, I would note that a former Quebec premier said at the time that he wasn't prepared to sacrifice jobs for a few caribou. That's alarming, as you say, and I agree with you.
That said, it's our duty to create a space for discussion that's specifically designed for what we mean by “consultation”. That's what I was alluding to earlier. I say this because, obviously, each level of government, including the federal government, has its own definition. For me, the fact that the federal environment minister, Mr. Guilbeault, consulted First Nations was extremely well received.
I believe we've had at least three meetings that have enabled our communities to better understand the purpose of the order and to express their concerns more clearly.
In contrast, the Quebec government didn't consult us as much. Moreover, the latter has put off announcing a strategy for reasons that we feel are not valid.
If they were as determined as they claim to take positive action despite the obstacles, they could have set up a process to create a space for all stakeholders, including the forest industry, to talk about the caribou issue. Instead, we're all being targeted by a disinformation campaign, which obviously doesn't help anyone.