Actually, Mr. Bragdon, I have been extremely engaged on this file since I was first appointed minister.
With regard to Premier McNeil's comments, we believe this is a nation-to-nation negotiation. We will continue to work with first nations to make sure we implement their treaty right. However, I do recognize that commercial harvesters have concerns and that is why I have continued to meet with them as well.
One of the reasons we appointed the special representative was that we have heard that commercial harvesters feel they wanted to have a stronger way to communicate with DFO. This third party person will be able to help us move forward.
With regard to the premier's comments, no, I believe we are doing everything we possibly can to make sure that we implement this treaty right.