Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Mr. Chairman, the people of Sachs Harbour, for many years, have identified the growing size of the muskox herd as one of the main factors in the reduction of Peary caribou numbers. They believe that both of these animals are competing for the same food. Therefore, they strongly believe that the reduction of the muskox herd is a prime factor in contributing towards the increase of the caribou herd. Therefore, they have taken on harvesting programs for the muskox. My question to the Minister is, what is the department doing to control the muskox herd?
Vince Steen on Item 19: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
In the Legislative Assembly on October 23rd, 1997. See this statement in context.
Item 19: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
Item 19: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
October 23rd, 1997
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