Thank you. The time frame for oral questions has lapsed.

I want to bring to the attention of the House, a letter that has been circulated to all Members from the Member for Deh Cho, who earlier wanted me to recognize officials from Revenue Canada. It's been a long standing practice of the chair to recognize only elected officials and former Members in this House. However, it is a Member's prerogative to recognize any individual if they wish, and this is done through a Member's statement. I advised the Member for Deh Cho of this option, which he chose not to use.

I would like to quote from the letter. "I asked Madam Speaker to recognize Mr. Ron Quinn, chief of public affairs for Revenue Canada; Tina VanFraassan, Randy Mann, also from Revenue Canada; who are sitting in the gallery today. Unfortunately, the Speaker has her own preference of those who she wishes to recognize."

The letter circulated has been reviewed and I find it very offensive towards the chair. Therefore, I request the Member for Deh Cho to apologize for stating such unwarranted comments. Member for Deh Cho.