The role of an "amicus" is often confused with that of an intervener. If the intervention is admissible, the intervener becomes party to the opposition proceedings. Kennecott has been granted intervener status in the contested case. Alison Scott, for the intervener the Attorney General of Nova Scotia. Robert G. Richards, for the intervener the Attorney General for Saskatchewan. Richard F. Taylor, for the intervener the Attorney General for Alberta. Elizabeth C. Goldberg and David Dinklecock, for the intervener the Attorney General for Ontario. The Attorney-General of Quebec joined as an intervener in support of the challenge. Jean-Yves Bernard and Julie Hudon, for the intervener the Attorney General of Quebec. Advancer bids 2NT inviting Intervener to bid his minor. Interested parties are able to apply for intervener status to make submissions during the hearing. J. David Baker, for the intervener the Coalition of Provincial Organizations of the Handicapped. Sobeys was joined by Atlantic Superstore in the case, who entered by seeking intervener status. P. B. C. Pepper, Q.C., for the intervener the Federation of Law Societies of Canada. Intervener Portland Police Association is represented by Anil Karia.