Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I have a return to oral question asked by Mr. Picco on January 28, 1997, on ability contingencies community empowerment.
As our major partner, it is essential that the NWTAM's concerns be heard by MACA, and this government. I have directed my staff to investigate the liability issue raised by the Member from Iqaluit, and further detailed in correspondence from Mr. Bevington. If our review indicates that any liabilities have been inappropriately transferred to communities, I will ensure that steps are taken to rectify the situation. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.