unfortunately we are so wrapped up in being sensitive to  the whims of special interest groups that we are not looking  at the long term.  Our population is ageing our deficit is rising very quickly and everyone wants more.  Canada will soon be a have not country because we want to show we are responsible. Lets all feel good today. The govt should get on with running the country for all Canadians and stop pandering to interest groups Natives included .  We are Canadians if you don't like it move , that goes for those on the reserves too.