Thank you, Mr. Enuaraq. Before we proceed with the orders of the day, I wish to inform the House that I have received three communications dated December 2, 1998, which are in accordance with section 76.05 of the Nunavut Act from the Interim Commissioner of Nunavut. I would like to read the following letters received.

Dear Mr. Speaker:

Re: Nunavut Statutes Amendment Act, No. 2

The formal creation of Nunavut is now less than four months away. As we continue our preparation for this historic event, it is necessary to amend certain statutes duplicated for Nunavut to render those statutes appropriate for Nunavut. This bill amends several statutes that will be duplicated for Nunavut as they relate to a number of key professional associates. As required by section 76.05 of the Nunavut Act, it is with pleasure that I recommend to the Legislative Assembly of the Northwest Territories the passage of the bill entitled Nunavut Statutes Amendment Act, No. 2, during the Sixth Session of the 13th Legislative Assembly.

Yours sincerely, Jack Anawak, Interim Commissioner.

The second letter is addressed;

Dear Mr. Speaker:

Re: Nunavut Legal Registries Statutes Amendment Act

The formal creation of Nunavut is now less than four months away. As we continue our preparation for this historic event, it is necessary to amend certain statutes duplicated for Nunavut to render those statutes appropriate for Nunavut. This bill provides a mechanism for the registration of corporations, associations, partnerships and societies in Nunavut.

As required by section 76.05 of the Nunavut Act, it is with pleasure that I recommend to the Legislative Assembly of the Northwest Territories the passage of the bill entitled, Nunavut Legal Registries Statutes Amendment Act, during the Sixth Session of the 13th Legislative Assembly.

Yours sincerely, Jack Anawak, Interim Commissioner of Nunavut.

The third letter is addressed;

Dear Mr. Speaker:

Re: Nunavut Workers' Compensation Statutes Amendment Act

The formal creation of Nunavut is now less than four months away. As we continue our preparation for this historic event, it is necessary to amend certain statutes duplicated for Nunavut to render those statutes appropriate for Nunavut. This bill reflects the wishes of all parties to maintain the essential support for all workers in Nunavut provided by the Workers' Compensation Board.

As required by section 76.05 of the Nunavut Act, it is with pleasure that I recommend to the Legislative Assembly of the Northwest Territories the passage of the bill entitled, Nunavut Workers' Compensation Statutes Amendment Act, during the Sixth Session of the 13th Legislative Assembly.

Yours sincerely, Jack Anawak, Interim Commissioner of Nunavut.

Good afternoon. Orders of the day. Item 2, Ministers' statements. Mr. Arlooktoo.