I would like to ask our two witnesses another question. In Canada today, there is a constitutional aspect to deal with; it is called the “duty to consult with aboriginal groups“.
I would like to know, from your point of view, how that constitutional aspect has been accommodated now that it is a legal reality today everywhere in Canada. How are you including that constitutional aspect in the process of assessing and studying the projects that you have to undertake? Is it just by having aboriginals come as witnesses to proceedings that are already under way, or can they play a real role in the process as panel members? How has your department included the constitutional requirement that is in effect today?