More contact can be achieved through the Internet for regions where the appropriate access is available. These type services give a false impression that Canadians have access to government. Communities do not need services of this nature that are not complemented with personal contact. Rural Canadians are confused and seeking ways out of serious dilemmas. They need the support of government to assist themselves.
Unique problems require unique solutions.
Rural Canadians need to know themselves better. Life-long education needs to be valued. Newfoundlanders underestimate and undervalue themselves as they are undervalued. There is a need for a rural watchdog to head off policies before they get implemented. They also voiced the strong opinion that the national forum be held in rural Canada.