Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I am not disputing the fact that there are probably savings in reference to this project. The issue is the environmental concerns, and the people are asking that the project be delayed until these concerns are addressed thoroughly. I do not think that is much to ask for. We are 16 or 17 months away from division. There are a number of community groups in the Keewatin that are concerned about this project. Once again, I ask the Minister if he will consider delaying this project until all the facts are brought forward. That is all they are asking for. It is not really a major concession. I am concerned why the Minister is so bent on slamming and jamming and ramming this thing through when the proper consultation has not taken place yet. It is very basic what the people are asking for. I think there is enough community leaders and groups that have expressed their concern. We are not saying it is a bad idea, but what they are asking is for proper consultation. My question to the Minister is the hydrographic surveys that were completed, how much detail has been provided at this point? Have they been fully analyzed so that we can verify whether or not it is safe to bring these vessels into or close to the communities, and when will he share this information with us? Thank you.
Kevin O'Brien on Question 20-13(5): Keewatin Resupply Project
In the Legislative Assembly on October 22nd, 1997. See this statement in context.
Supplementary To Question 20-13(5): Keewatin Resupply Project
Question 20-13(5): Keewatin Resupply Project
Item 6: Oral Questions
October 21st, 1997
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Kevin O'Brien Kivallivik
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