Did wilfred laurier think Louis riel was guilty of treason?

Wilfrid Laurier, who later became Prime Minister of Canada, initially had a complicated view of Louis Riel. While he expressed sympathy for Riel's cause and the plight of the Metis, Laurier also recognized the legal context surrounding Riel's actions during the Red River and North-West Rebellions. Ultimately, Laurier believed that Riel's actions could be viewed as treasonous, yet he also advocated for understanding and compassion towards Riel's struggles and the issues faced by the Metis people.