Mahsi, Mr. Speaker. (Translation) When we met here last before Christmas, I was then a newly elected member. At the time, I told the Government Leader that I wanted to work with the Government Ministers. The Government Leader told me if I wanted to, I was welcome to work with her and the Ministers. I was thankful for her response. Since Christmas and up to the present time, three Ministers have joined me in visiting my constituency. I want to thank these three Ministers.

On January 17, 18 and 19, one of the Ministers, John Ningark, visited Fort Laird, Nahanni Butte and Fort Simpson. I want to thank him for this visit. The Minister comes from the extreme Arctic, the land where there are no trees. He comes from Pelly Bay. Fort Laird is a land with huge trees, and he was able to see these trees. As well, he mentioned that he had never seen a moose. As we flew around, we must have seen over one hundred moose. I want to thank him for having been to my constituency with me.

Donny Morin, Minister of Housing and Public Works, visited my constituency on January 22, 23 and 24. Housing was discussed in Fort Simpson. We travelled to Jean Marie River and Wrigley. People were able to discuss housing and public works issues, and I want to thank him for the visit.

Tony Whitford, Minister of Health and Social Services, was in Fort Simpson on January 8th. Issues concerning health and hospital were discussed. I would like to thank him for giving us that opportunity.

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