Many presenters were not hopeful, that despite the bill's shortcomings, the government would shelve the proposal. As a result, in light of the already high cost of living in the North, especially for isolated fly-in only communities, numerous presenters suggested exemptions be considered. These exemptions are twofold:

(a) If the proposal is considered, include exemptions for groceries, clothing and other essential goods to minimize the impact upon residents; and

(b) If the proposal is considered, include exemptions and/or subsidies for communities that are not on the all-weather highway system, as they will be the most severely impacted.