Thank you, Mr. Speaker. My question is to the Minister of Public Works and Services or Minister of Renewable Resources, responsible for fire suppression.

Mr. Speaker, I would like some clarification with regard to a position in Fort Smith. The position is the manager of air operations for fire suppression.

Mr. Speaker, apparently the individual, Rick Pederson, who was in this position, was advised his services were no longer needed on May 9th. Fire centre staff were advised that his position was deemed redundant. Can the Minister indicate whether or not this position was deemed redundant or the individual terminated? Thank you.