Thank you, Mr. Chairman. The issue of opening up the fuel resupply contract in the Keewatin to competition and to level the playing field so that we no longer are in a monopoly situation with one carrier is an important one that I have taken very seriously. It is one that has been pursued for many years by previous governments and is now finally coming to a close. We started the consultation process when I was a brand new Minister over a year ago. There has been, as far as I am concerned, extensive and adequate consultations. Most of the issues have been resolved. There are some ongoing details of a technical type that are being worked out. But as far as I am concerned, we are as close to an agreement or consensus as I believe we will ever get. Thank you.
Goo Arlooktoo on Committee Motion 2-13(5): To Amend Committee Motion 1-13(5)
In the Legislative Assembly on October 23rd, 1997. See this statement in context.
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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Goo Arlooktoo Baffin South
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