Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I realize we have to get our financial house in order and this will take some time to accomplish but, in the meantime, let's develop jobs for northerners which in turn will alleviate some of our social problems. This will also give us an opportunity to see how we are going to replace the dollars the federal government will continue to take away from us. Shrinking federal dollars will likely continue to plague us for many years to come.

By the time division of the Northwest Territories occurs on April 1, 1999, 1 want to see a strong, efficient, debt-free government with a vibrant economy that will put a big dent in the social and economic problems of those people who live in communities like Arviat. This will take our collective leadership. Thank you.

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