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.