In 1992, the Agencies, Boards and Commissions committee of this House held public hearings in which those who are now raising the issue were present and made presentations to that committee, and all stakeholders were involved including the NWT Construction Association, Chamber of Mines, unions and individuals. Some members of the stakeholders group indicated at that

time some support for the transfer of occupational health and safety.

The Standing Committee on Agencies, Boards and Commissions, at that time, also recommended that this should take place. There was, of course, in fairness, some opposition to it, but I think it's important to give some history.

So, Mr. Speaker, in short, there has been considerable history about this transfer. There has, in fact, been significant public debate, albeit it was done in 1992. In fact, the stakeholder groups at that time who are now concerned about this were very, very active. Thank you.