In this comprehensive book on Canadian federalism the author thoroughly examines the Quebec
sovereignty issue in order to determine whether or not reasonable and substantial grounds exist
justifying Quebec sovereignty in the context of contemporary Canada. As a result this book
examines the successive layers that constitute Canadian federalism to unravel its nature
essence and the successes of its functioning or the lack thereof particularly with respect to
Quebec. Ultimately no matter how the federation is portrayed if it has worked and continues
to work well to achieve the most basic needs and interests of Quebecers there leaves little if
anything in support of secession. The fundamental success of the Canadian federation is the
all-important lesson of this book.
