Mr. Speaker, I wish to move a motion.
WHEREAS, the Minister of Justice has tabled, during the Fourth Session, documents titled, "Building a Strategy for Dealing with Violence in the Northwest Territories" and a "Declaration of Family Violence";
AND WHEREAS, the Legislative Assembly would like to hear from representatives of women's groups, the aged and disabled during the discussion on the important issue of family violence;
NOW THEREFORE I MOVE, seconded by the honourable Member for Yellowknife South, that the Legislative Assembly approves the appearance of witnesses from women's groups, the aged and disabled before committee of the whole during discussion on family violence.
AND FURTHER, that the appearance of such witnesses be held during the Fifth Session of the Legislative Assembly.
Thank you.