Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I would like to congratulate the Gwich'in Renewable Resources Board on the completion of the traditional knowledge book, Gwich'in Words About the Land. Mr. Speaker, for aboriginal people the importance of our land does not mean the ground that supports our feet. Our land includes all beings and elements. The Gwich'in Renewable Resources Board encompassed these aspects in its comprehensive project on a traditional knowledge of 22 wildlife and fish species used by the Gwich'in people. With the commitment of the elders and the board, it took two years compile and finish this project. Their dedication reaffirms the importance of the collection and use of traditional knowledge of renewable resources management. Robert Charlie, chair of the board, has provided copies of the book for the Government Leader, the Speaker, the Minister of

Resources, Wildlife and Economic Development and other Ministers. If any Member would like a copy of the book, please contact myself or the board. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.