What we need to see is some coordination among the Cabinet Members of their priorities and activities, in order to make sure we fine tune what we are doing, in order to achieve the most for the least.

As well, Mr. Speaker, we have to keep working to improve our fiscal situation. This means, for instance, a coordinated approach to dealing with the federal government, which the Standing Committee on Finance has recommended, whether that is negotiating fiscal agreements, the formula financing agreement, or Health and RCMP billings and so on. I also think we have to make sure we're working really hard towards a northern accord.

I think it's important to try to build a consensus of northerners on this issue. We have to try to deal with all the concerns that are out there. I believe we must work towards having more ability to raise our own revenue through resource royalties. We must loosen the ties to Ottawa. Otherwise, they will always call the tune.

Mr. Speaker, in conclusion, I would just like to reiterate that, come February, I hope this government rises to the challenge. I hope we see some innovation, a real demonstration of teamwork and priority setting when we get the second, and the biggest, part of this budget. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

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