I understand Guilbeault’s concerns, and I have much respect for what he tried to accomplish as a member of cabinet. Contrary to what many Canadians believe, he is a pragmatic idealist, not a radical environmentalist. However, I disagree with him on this issue. In a federation like Canada, the national government cannot simply impose its will on provinces in areas of shared or provincial jurisdiction. That is not how the country should function. Laurier’s “sunny ways” are always preferable, although sometimes too naïve.