Mr. Speaker, I have another return to a question asked by Mr. Brian Lewis on June 23, dealing with the 'Healing Our Spirit" worldwide conference. I have been advised by the conference planners that they anticipate between 3000 and 3500 people from around the world will be attending the 'Healing Our Spirit" conference. Over 1500 people have already registered. In the Northwest Territories, although all 42 alcohol and drug projects and treatment centres were contacted, in writing, to select one participant to attend the conference, only 29 projects have responded. Therefore, 29 workers from alcohol and drug projects from across the Northwest Territories will be in attendance.
This is considered to be the premier event of the year relating to alcohol and drug addictions and abuse. The conference will address community-based responsibility, action and empowerment in seeking solutions to addictions. It will also include a variety of cultural activities aimed at all ages making it a family celebration of sobriety and wellness. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.