It just goes to show that the Quebec's views takes precedence over all other matters of the ROC when the Liberals , led by a Quebec PM ( which is always ) are in power.
This should not be an epiphany to anyone in western or eastern Canada.
Priorites and needs of these flanking regions are treated almost with disdain and certainly with much lower priority than for Quebec.

Quebec has received equalization for every year since its introduction by a Quebec PM in 1957.
This, despite its fiscal capacity being above standards and above those of other provinces.
Here on The Rock, we have twice been shafted by the federal Govt refusing to invoke its authority to permit hydro power to cross provincial borders and then nearly stole our offshore oil.
An elected and effective Senate would mitigate this over bearing power of Quebec but that won't happen because of Quebec's veto.

So,  western Caanda's options are simple.. stay on our knees or threaten separation.
Whining just wont do anymore..