Mr. Pallister's government has not exhibited a pattern of polite dialogue with the federal government preferring harsh and insulting lectures in the case of healthcare funding. So if Mr. Trudeau doesn't genuflect every time big P tinkles his bell it should be noted that the feds have expressed concern about the situation and have said they want to ensure agencies have adequate funding. Clearly more is needed. But Quebec is handling far more than Manitoba, and we haven't had the last word from the feds yet.  I suggest patience and politeness.