Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I'm just checking, but it is my understanding that an acting position or a deputy position would carry all the power and authority of a regular Commissioner. The NWT Act provides that if the Commissioner is absent, ill or unable to act -- this clearly is the case right now -- the Deputy Commissioner has all the powers and functions of the Commissioner. I guess the short answer is no, there is no problem.
Ms. Macpherson on Bill 12: An Act To Amend The Commissioner's Land Act
In the Legislative Assembly on October 6th, 1994. See this statement in context.
Bill 12: An Act To Amend The Commissioner's Land Act
Item 19: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
October 6th, 1994
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Macpherson
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