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Committee Motion 2-13(5): To Amend Committee Motion 1-13(5)
Item 19: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters

October 23rd, 1997

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David Krutko

David Krutko Mackenzie Delta

Thank you, Madam Chair. In regard to my observations of the review, in regard to the questions and concerns that were raised, in regard to the conduct of the Premier, Cabinet, in regard to the roles that we play as Members in relation to the committee structures, in regard to how we represent the public in general; I think one thing that we should never take for granted is that people who we represent, regardless if they are here in the stands or watching us at home or talking on the street, that it is them who we are here to represent. It is them who we are here to ensure that we be honourable colleagues and also respect the wishes of the people we represent. In this review and I do not know how you measure it in regard to a yard stick the good, the bad when you evaluate what happened here in regard to zero to ten.

Basically, how do evaluate the good and that bad things that we have said here. What is going to be done in concerns that raised and issues that we brought up? I think it is those issues and those concerns that we have raised in the last two days, is the measuring stick to this government. It is up to you as a government and ourselves as Members of this House to ensure that we do have good government, that we do represent our constituents and that we do be fair and equitable to all people. I think over the next couple of days and weeks, I am not too sure where we go from this process, but I think we have to come forth with a report from the regular Members back to this House either through a motion that we pass in this House or table a report to assess what went on here today so that it is not all for nothing.

I believe that we have to take the time now and step back and analyze what was done. But I think also the government has to take issues and concerns that we raised here seriously and they too have to review what took place here in the last two days. With that, Madam Chair, fellow colleagues, Premier, Members of Cabinet, I would like to thank you for the opportunity. Good night.

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The Chair

The Chair Jane Groenewegen

Thank you, Mr. Krutko. Closing comments. Mr. Henry.

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Seamus Henry Yellowknife South

Thank you, Madam Chair. I realize we have certainly made a record here, and it is not to difficult to tell. The paper products in the bathroom are getting sadly short. Madam Chair, I found this exercise extremely beneficial. Mr. Steen talked much earlier tonight about concerns he had about going late. That tempers flare. I did not see much indication of that at all, and I think that is an excellent way that people conduct themselves. For me, I appreciated the opportunity over the last couple of days because we spent so much time together, the opportunity to talk to different Members and Ministers and for me it was an opportunity to mend some fences and to realize that, I think Mr. O'Brien talked about it, that there should not be anything personal in it.

We are doing the best we can each one of us, and we should continue to do that. We spent two years putting our financial house in order and I think that is one feeling and desire that was unanimous when we came here. Now that we have that done and secured the financial future, at least for the people of the Northwest Territories, we can turn our attention to giving the residents of the Northwest Territories what I think they believe they need and want the most, and that is a reason for being and a reason for getting up in the morning in the form of employment. I believe we have those opportunities available to us now if we are diligent and handle it properly. I believe there are untold opportunities available to the people of the Northwest Territories. It is not going to happen over night. But I believe if we put a lot of effort into the next two years, we can ensure a better future for our people in the Northwest Territories and not just hollow words, hopefully with the opportunities that will be available in the diamond industry and oil and gas that is available. Now that Europeans have taken a different view of their furs, other people will be able to get employment in that sector.

I have appreciated the patience of all the Ministers. From my perspective, you have done yourself proud and very deserving of the confidence that we as Ordinary Members have placed in you. You have come through in flying colours and I certainly appreciate that.

To my colleagues, I certainly enjoyed this last couple of days. This has to be fun as well as productive. We certainly have had some fun too, in between the serious work. I am extremely proud to sit with every Member of the House. I would like to close by thanking all the staff for their patience and good work and the press. Thank you and good night.

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The Chair

The Chair Jane Groenewegen

Thank you, Mr. Henry. Could there be any more closing comments? Does the committee agree that Tabled Document 1-13(5) in the matter Mid-Term Review is concluded?

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Some Hon. Members

Agreed

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The Chair

The Chair Jane Groenewegen

Agreed. Thank you. These matters are concluded. What is the wish of the committee? Mr. Krutko.

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David Krutko

David Krutko Mackenzie Delta

I was hoping that we could call Manitok Thompson so that she could conclude her presentation to this Assembly. Is that a possibility of that happening? I have one question for her.

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The Chair

The Chair Jane Groenewegen

Mr. Picco.

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Edward Picco Iqaluit

Thank you Madam Chairperson, I would move that we report progress.

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The Chair

The Chair Jane Groenewegen

Thank you Mr. Picco. Your motion is in order. It is not debatable. All those in favour of the motion. Opposed. Motion is carried. I will now rise and report progress.

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The Speaker Samuel Gargan

Good morning. The House will come back to order. Item 20, report of committee of the whole, Mrs. Groenewegen.

Item 20: Report Of Committee Of The Whole
Item 20: Report Of Committee Of The Whole

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Jane Groenewegen

Jane Groenewegen Hay River

Thank you Mr. Speaker, and good morning to you Mr. Speaker. Your committee has been considering the matter Mid-Term Review and Tabled Document 1-13(5) and would like to report progress with one motion being adopted and that the Mid-Term Review and Tabled Document 1-13(5) are concluded and, Mr. Speaker, I move that the report of the committee of the whole be concurred with. Thank you Mr. Speaker.

Item 20: Report Of Committee Of The Whole
Item 20: Report Of Committee Of The Whole

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The Speaker Samuel Gargan

Seconded by the Member for Inuvik. The motion is in order. To the motion. Question has been called. All those in favour. All those opposed. Motion is carried. Item 21, third reading of bills. Item 22, orders of the day, Mr. Clerk.

Item 22: Orders Of The Day
Item 22: Orders Of The Day

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Clerk Of The House Mr. David Hamilton

Mr. Speaker, orders of the day for later on today, Friday, October 24, 1997:

1. Prayer

2. Ministers' Statements

3. Members' Statements

4. Returns to Oral Questions

5. Recognition of Visitors in the Gallery

6. Oral Questions

7. Written Questions

8. Returns to Written Questions

9. Replies to Opening Address

10. Petitions

11. Reports of Standing and Special Committees

12. Reports of Committees on the Review of Bills

13. Tabling of Documents

14. Notices of Motion

15. Notices of Motions for First Reading of Bills

16. Motions

17. First Reading of Bills

- Bill 5, An Act to Amend the Financial

Administration Act, No. 2

- Bill 7, An Act to Amend the Territorial Court Act

18. Second Reading of Bills

19. Consideration in Committee of the Whole Bills and

Other Matters

- Bill 3, An Act to Amend the Financial

Administration Act

- Bill 4, An Act to Amend the Elections Act

20. Report of Committee of the Whole

21. Third Reading of Bills

22. Orders of the Day

Item 22: Orders Of The Day
Item 22: Orders Of The Day

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The Speaker Samuel Gargan

Thank you, Mr. Clerk. By the authority given to the Speaker by resolution 3-13(5), this House stands adjourned until 11:00 a.m., Friday, October 24, 1997.

--ADJOURNMENT