In such a context, that is to say the legislative system at Parliament here in Ottawa, the act is the result of a collaborative process. We gathered the opinions of interested communities who sought to participate in order to underscore their right to self‑determination. If a community wants to impose a tax, it is up to that community. It's not up to Canada to do that.
I think there is also a tremendous lack of confidence in the government within these communities, whatever the political party in power. Even when you do manage to build some up, that confidence remains very fragile. You always have to build bridges. Obviously, this means communication.
The bill is reforming certain initiatives. I think that the document before you is in keeping with the spirit of co‑development, which in itself will inspire confidence and more importantly, give certain nations the desired access to capital by eliminating current hurdles.