This is page numbers 1 - 7 of the Hansard for the 12th Assembly, 3rd Session. The original version can be accessed on the Legislative Assembly's website or by contacting the Legislative Assembly Library. The word of the day was nunavut.

Nunavut Land Claim Ratification
Item 4: Members' Statements

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Dennis Patterson Iqaluit

Thank you. The Inuit of Iqaluit came out once again and did their part and I am grateful to them for that. Now those of us elected to positions of responsibility in the Tungavik Federation of Nunavut in this Legislature and the federal parliament must fulfil the trust placed in us to ensure that the claim is implemented fairly and smoothly, and that Nunavut is prepared for and planned for beginning immediately. A priority must be placed on training and on pre-implementing the Nunavut Implementation Commission.

In closing, Mr. Speaker, I would like to extend my sincere congratulations to all of the many people who have worked so hard over the years for this historic achievement. Qujannamiik.

Nunavut Land Claim Ratification
Item 4: Members' Statements

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The Speaker Michael Ballantyne

Members' Statements. Mr. Dent.

Nunavut Land Claim Ratification
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Charles Dent

Charles Dent Yellowknife Frame Lake

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I also rise to day to add my congratulations to the residents of Nunavut on the ratification of their land claim. I know how long the people of the east have worked towards their goal of self-government, and I applaud their vision of a public government for all residents of Nunavut.

Mr. Speaker, the residents of Nunavut are just now about to start work on the real efforts of putting their government together and I wish them well with the process. I urge them to continue to be vigilant in their negotiations with the federal government to be sure they get a fair deal for the future.

Again, Mr. Speaker, my sincerest congratulations to the people of Nunavut.

Nunavut Land Claim Ratification
Item 4: Members' Statements

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The Speaker Michael Ballantyne

Members' Statements. Mrs. Marie-Jewell.

Member's Statement Regarding Louis Riel And Metis People
Item 4: Members' Statements

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Jeannie Marie-Jewell Thebacha

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I would like today to recognize Louis Riel who died on November 16, 1885. Yesterday, Mr. Speaker, I am sure that many Metis in the Northwest Territories remembered to recognize one of the original leaders of the Metis Nation. I believe he should have taken his rightful place in Canadian history as one of the Fathers of Confederation, for having negotiated Manitoba's entry into Confederation. Unfortunately, Mr. Speaker, the government of the day determined that this was not to be, so history books portray Riel as a traitor and instigator of rebellion instead of the proud and respected leader that he really was.

In the Northwest Territories it is obvious that the Metis Nation recognizes what Riel encountered for the Metis over 100 years today. Mr. Speaker, I applaud my colleagues in the House for wearing the Metis sashes today in recognition. Mr. Speaker, Louis Riel's vision was that the Metis people would be recognized as a full partner in the political development of this country. Slowly over the past century positive things have happened for the Metis. History is now being rewritten and retold by the Metis in their books, music and in their way of life. The Metis have had their fair share of disappointments most recently with the failure of the Charlottetown Accord. Perhaps, because of that failure, it is even more important that this government continue to work for and on behalf of the Metis of the Northwest Territories.

The territorial government can and must do more for the Metis. The Metis have been patient watching while other aboriginal groups gain recognition and substantial assets in various forms. The struggle will continue, and I call upon this government to assist the Metis of the Northwest Territories by providing them with the assistance and giving them the recognition to become a full partner in the social, economic and political development of the Northwest Territories. Thank you.

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Member's Statement Regarding Louis Riel And Metis People
Item 4: Members' Statements

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The Speaker Michael Ballantyne

Item 4, Members' Statements. Item 5, Oral Questions. Item 6, Written Questions. Item 7, Petitions. Item 8, Reports of Standing and Special Committees. Item 9, Tabling of Documents. Mr. Kakfwi.

Item 9: Tabling Of Documents
Item 9: Tabling Of Documents

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Stephen Kakfwi

Stephen Kakfwi Sahtu

Mr. Speaker, I would like to table three documents. The first one is Tabled Document 1-12(3) the Nunavut Political Accord. I also wish to table Tabled Document 2-12(3) "The Justice House", Report of the Special Advisor on Gender Equality. I also wish to table Tabled Document 3-12(3) "Working Toward a Common Future", Report of the Commission for Constitutional Development. Thank you.

Item 9: Tabling Of Documents
Item 9: Tabling Of Documents

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The Speaker Michael Ballantyne

Item 9, Tabling of Documents. Mr. Ningark.

Item 9: Tabling Of Documents
Item 9: Tabling Of Documents

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John Ningark Natilikmiot

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to table the final results of the Tungavik Federation of Nunavut Ratification Vote, a land claim vote which was held on November 3, 4 and 5, 1992 and that is Tabled Document 04-12(2).

Item 9: Tabling Of Documents
Item 9: Tabling Of Documents

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The Speaker Michael Ballantyne

Item 9, Tabling of Documents. Any more from the honourable Members? I wish to table Tabled Document 05-12(3) Comprehensive Audit of the Department of Health, prepared by the Auditor General for Canada.

Item 10, Notices of Motion. Item 11, Notices of Motions for First Reading of Bills. Mr. Pollard.

Bill 1: Appropriation Act, No. 1, 1993-94
Item 11: Notices Of Motions For First Reading Of Bills

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John Pollard Hay River

Mr. Speaker, I give notice that on Thursday, November 19, 1992, I shall move that Bill 1, Appropriation Act, No. 1, 1993-94, will be read for the first time. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

Bill 1: Appropriation Act, No. 1, 1993-94
Item 11: Notices Of Motions For First Reading Of Bills

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The Speaker Michael Ballantyne

Item 11, Notices of Motions for First Reading of Bills. Mr. Kakfwi.

Bill 2: An Act To Amend The Condominium Act
Item 11: Notices Of Motions For First Reading Of Bills

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Stephen Kakfwi

Stephen Kakfwi Sahtu

Mr. Speaker, I give notice that on Thursday, November 19, 1992, I shall move that Bill 2, an Act to Amend the Condominium Act, be read for the first time.

Bill 2: An Act To Amend The Condominium Act
Item 11: Notices Of Motions For First Reading Of Bills

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The Speaker Michael Ballantyne

Item 11, Notices of Motions for First Reading of Bills. Mr. Kakfwi.

Bill 4: An Act To Amend The Public Trustee Act
Item 11: Notices Of Motions For First Reading Of Bills

November 16th, 1992

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Stephen Kakfwi

Stephen Kakfwi Sahtu

Mr. Speaker, I give notice that on Thursday, November 19, 1992, I shall move that Bill 4, an Act to Amend the Public Trustee Act, be read for the first time.

Bill 4: An Act To Amend The Public Trustee Act
Item 11: Notices Of Motions For First Reading Of Bills

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The Speaker Michael Ballantyne

Item 11, Notices of Motion for First Reading of Bills. Mr. Patterson.

Bill 5: An Act To Amend The Social Assistance Act
Item 11: Notices Of Motions For First Reading Of Bills

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Dennis Patterson Iqaluit

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I give notice that on Thursday, November 19, 1992, I shall move that Bill 5, An Act to Amend the Social Assistance Act, be read for the first time. Thank you.

Bill 5: An Act To Amend The Social Assistance Act
Item 11: Notices Of Motions For First Reading Of Bills

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The Speaker Michael Ballantyne

Item 11, Notices of Motions for First Reading of Bills. Item 12, Motions. Item 13, First Reading of Bills. Item 14, Second Reading of Bills. Mr. Clerk, Item 15, Orders of the Day.

Item 15: Orders Of The Day
Item 15: Orders Of The Day

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Clerk Of The House Mr. David Hamilton

Mr. Speaker, there will be a meeting of the Nunavut Caucus at 3:30 p.m. this afternoon, and a meeting of the Western Caucus at 3:30 p.m. this afternoon. Meetings for tomorrow morning at 9:00 a.m. of the Standing Committee on Legislation and at 10:30 of the Ordinary Members' Caucus.

Orders of the Day for Wednesday, November 18:

1. Prayer

2. Ministers' Statements

3. Members' Statements

4. Return to Oral Questions

5. Oral Questions

6. Written Questions

7. Returns to Written Questions

8. Replies to Opening Address

9. Petitions

10. Reports of Standing and Special Committees

11. Reports of Committees on the Review of Bills

12. Tabling of Documents

13. Notices of Motion

14. Notices of Motions for First Reading of Bills

15. Motions

16. First Reading of Bills

17. Second Reading of Bills

18. Consideration in Committee of the Whole of Bills and Other Matters

19. Report of the Committee of the Whole

20. Third Reading of Bills

21. Orders of the Day

Item 15: Orders Of The Day
Item 15: Orders Of The Day

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The Speaker Michael Ballantyne

Thank you, Mr. Clerk. This House stands adjourned until 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, November 18, 1992.

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