Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Today, I am pleased to present the Department of Safety and Public Services proposed main estimates of $6.879 million and 75.5 PYs. This small department is responsible for regulatory programs which provide inspections, certification systems and registries that reduce the risk of fire, explosions and electrical hazards in the Northwest Territories' communities. The department also provides a range of public services; including, lotteries regulation, vital statistics, labour standards regulation and the administration of several professional registries. It provides administrative support for the Public Utilities Board and is responsible for the distribution and control of liquor in the Northwest Territories.
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