Rather than prolong the debate, what I prefer to do is to accommodate an important issue of discussion with the chiefs in Mr. Antoine's area. We'll delay the bill and bring it forward again in February. That will give us ample time to negotiate -- negotiate is a long term -- but to discuss with those communities that obviously feel very strongly about this issue. Whether we'll each resolve is another issue but at least we will have given the process it's due course. I will make sure the department moves quickly, right after Christmas, to initiate discussions with Mr. Antoine's riding. That will avoid a lengthy debate tonight.
John Todd on Committee Motion 93-12(4): To Adopt Recommendation 13, Carried
In the Legislative Assembly on December 9th, 1993. See this statement in context.
Committee Motion 93-12(4): To Adopt Recommendation 13, Carried
Item 18: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
December 9th, 1993
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John Todd Keewatin Central
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