The transfer to the provinces is not in any way a direct support to the forest industry. It is a transfer to the provinces. I asked a colleague from the Ontario government whether he knew what the terms and conditions were; he said “No; we're getting it in general revenue”, so the provinces can do with it what they wish.
I think the intention is for them use it to help affected workers. What the industry needs from the government is a business climate that will assist in bringing investment into Canada and partnerships in areas like moving to eco-energy, market development, and research and technology. This $1 billion program does not do that; it transfers money to the provinces. We would be very happy if the provinces use it to help affected workers, but our priority is helping workers keep their jobs, not helping workers who've lost their jobs; the idea is to sustain the jobs.
Of course those who lost their jobs should get help in finding new employment, but the first priority should be keeping the jobs. That's why we have put out these recommendations.