Bob McLeod

As Stompin' Tom would say the best test is right at the table.

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To date we haven't had any requests for very large areas of land for agriculture purposes but we do anticipate that happening in the future. And so the strategy does speak to potential land use within municipal boundaries and authorities. Part of the implementation will be guided by the land use and sustainability framework which serves as the underpinning of all decisions in respect to land, including the development of land for the agriculture sector in the Northwest Territories.

The issue of access to land for agriculture will be reviewed through collaborative processes with municipalities...

Mr. Speaker, the Northwest Territories has a centuries-long history in trapping and the fur trade. We have a high regard for the cultural values entrenched in this tradition, which set Northerners apart from other Canadians, and for the activities of the traditional economy, which have helped shape our North and remain in many of our communities today. As a proud founder and partner of the Fur Institute of Canada, the Government of the Northwest Territories continues its tradition of leadership in this industry.

This week, the Fur Institute of Canada will hold its Annual General Meeting in...

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. We are working with all of the governments across Canada, and of course the Government of Canada, to make sure that all of the recommendations are followed up on. I guess the biggest area for us to follow up on is for residential school survivors that have indicated there is additional need for healing and reconciliation, and so we will be looking into what further action we should be taking in those areas. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

Mr. Speaker, I wish to table the following two documents entitled “Northwest Territories Oil and Gas Annual Report 2015” and “Ekati, Diavik and Snap Lake Socio-economic Agreements Implementation Report.” Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I believe previous governments have done so, and we’re quite prepared to do the same.

Mr. Speaker, June 21st is National Aboriginal Day. This day is an opportunity for all Northerners to celebrate the rich and diverse cultures of the Northwest Territories’ Aboriginal people and the wealth of traditions, lifestyles, and languages that make up the fabric of the Northwest Territories. As the only jurisdiction in Canada to recognize this day as a statutory holiday we are leading the way for the rest of the country through our strong commitment to honour the Dene, Inuvialuit, and Metis people. Our experience shows that we are stronger and more successful when we work together as...

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. The government first and foremost, and the only jurisdiction in Canada has recognized this as a statutory holiday.

Thank you, Mr. Chair. We contribute $100,000 and it pays to help with offices and salaries and some office supplies. Thank you, Mr. Chair.

Thank you, Mr. Chair. It’s one body not the only body that will give us advice. We’ll go out for a broad range of input so I don’t see it as only relying on one body. Thank you, Mr. Chair.