Daryl Dolynny

Does committee agree?

Pages 40 and 41, community health programs, infrastructure investments. Mr. Hawkins.

Alright, committee. We’ll commence after a short break.

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Thank you, Mr. Hawkins. Mr. Abernethy.

I’d like to call Committee of a Whole to order. What is the wish of the committee, Ms. Bisaro?

Thank you, Mr. Moses. Minister Abernethy.

The Premier is also quoted in the Mineral Development Strategy: “The new strategy represents a commitment. The NWT is serious about addressing our investment challenges and unlocking the mineral potential of the territory.”

Can the Premier share with the House, how does this draft Protected Areas Strategy not conflict with our ability to unlock dismal mineral exploration numbers? Thank you.

Thank you, Mr. Bouchard. Minister Abernethy.

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Without question, the recent announcement of the draft Protected Areas Strategy caught the resource industry by surprise with clear word from the resource industry that the Northwest Territories was no longer safe to do business with. My questions today are for the Premier.

Can the Premier indicate how does this recent unchecked announcement from the Premier’s Cabinet as a goal to conserve 40 percent of NWT’s land mass support his vision of a strong and prosperous territory? Thank you.

Thank you, Mr. Bromley. I will consider that more of a comment. Committee, we are on pages 28-29, wildlife, infrastructure investments, $5.378 million. Does committee agree?