The other factor is there is simply no time even if we wanted to get into negotiations to reach any tangible results before the end of 1999 or by April 1, 1999. At best, if we do this, start discussions I mean, we may be able to sign some sort of memorandum with the federal government to say how we are going to proceed with discussions on the Northern Accord, after April 1, 1999 with Nunavut and the Western Territory. This has been brought forward as a consideration but if Members know, there is a horrific amount of work to be done in so many areas preparing for division. The suggestion has simply been made to the federal Minister, where there has been no substantive response, as far as I know. Thank you.
Stephen Kakfwi on Item 19: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
In the Legislative Assembly on February 27th, 1998. 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
February 26th, 1998
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