Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I wanted to have an opportunity today, through you and this forum, to advise people of the Northwest Territories of an annual event that occurs in Aklavik; at least, for the past four years. This, Mr. Speaker, is the year of the 4th Annual Pokiak River Music Festival. It will occur from June 23rd to 26th. This event is intended to bring together musical talents of people from the Mackenzie Delta/Beaufort region; it's intended to bring together musical talents from throughout the Northwest Territories, from the Yukon and even other parts of Canada.
I wanted to advise the people of the north and certainly Members of this Assembly, that all people are invited and encouraged to attend. The intention is that it's a time to reflect upon the good days and to create joy among people. This event, Mr. Speaker, is an event that is drug and alcohol-free, and is intended to make people aware of the importance of festivities; particularly when it brings together people and families.
This year's event, Mr. Speaker, is entitled "A Tribute to our People, Past and Present," and it is intended to honour their contribution and their guidance to the development of the community of Aklavik and the Mackenzie Delta. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
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