As some Members have no doubt already discovered, the Caribou Carnival cops have been making arrests for the past couple of days and I encourage Members not to take these arrests too seriously. It is one of the main ways that the Caribou Carnival raises its funds for operation, through fines charged by the caribou cops. Mr. Speaker, Caribou Carnival is a unique northern event which provides northerners with an entertaining break towards the end of our long winters. The carnival is also enjoyed by visitors from outside of the city as well.
Mr. Speaker, the highlight of the carnival has always been the Canadian Championship Dog Derby. This race requires a special combination of strength and endurance from derby competitors and I would like to extend my best wishes to all those competing in the dog derby this weekend.
I would also like to recognize members of the Caribou Carnival association and all of the carnival volunteers for their efforts in organizing this year's events. Chief among the carnival organizers is Vic McLeod, president of the carnival board. Other board members are Donna McLeod, Donna Bunt, Gerry Seaward, Lois Grabke and Lisa Staples. These people, in particular, have worked hard to put the carnival together but there have been countless other volunteers who have dedicated themselves to putting this year's carnival together and I would like to acknowledge a great debt of gratitude on behalf of all Yellowknifers for the work they have done.
Mr. Speaker, it appears that I will need a few more seconds to conclude my statement so I seek unanimous consent.