I think regardless of what side you sit on when it comes to man's affect, and global warming I think we can all agree that a country shouldn't just rush into ratifying an accord with questionable data driving it.
That was the issue with Chretien. I'm all for protecting the environment even if it does effect industry but you had better make sure ..
a) the data is correct - the study that formed the basis of Kyoto has since been proven to be in error a fact admitted by the authors
b) the giant just south is on board (a great deal of Canadian air pollution is coming across the border)
c) your implemention will result in more than just buying credits from countries that don't need them.
Very messy attempt at "legacy" by our former Prime Minister, especially since Adscam has pretty much wiped out any other memories most will have of the man.
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