Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I have not had any in-depth conversation with Mr. Irwin on northern control of northern resources, but so far we've touched on the subject very shortly in our conversations when we were talking about other issues. I am encouraged by his remarks to us. I was very discouraged when I heard that the regional director from DIAND says that there isn't a hope to get control of northern resources in the hands of northern people within the next 25 years. Mr. Irwin was quite surprised to hear that remark, as well, so I believe we're basically thinking along the same lines that northerners should be in control of northern resources. Every Minister I've met with and talked to about it so far has said that we need the tools as northerners to become more self-sufficient. One of the priorities of this government and one of our main interests is to go out and get those tools so that we can continue to be more self-sufficient. I'm encouraged so far with the elected leaders I've had conversations with in the North and in the South. Thank you.
Don Morin on Question 26-13(3): Northern Accord Negotiations
In the Legislative Assembly on March 21st, 1996. See this statement in context.
Further Return To Question 26-13(3): Northern Accord Negotiations
Question 26-13(3): Northern Accord Negotiations
Item 6: Oral Questions
March 20th, 1996
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Don Morin Tu Nedhe
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