Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, while the honourable Member was making his Members' statement, following that I had already approached Mr. Kakfwi. He was very hesitant to make any reply, indicating that he may not have any source of revenue at this time. Mr. Speaker, in general, in response to honourable Member Steen's request, I just want to mention some information in the House. It might be part of the answer he is looking for. Last year, because of the numerous requests from a number of communities to extend their runways, we had already indicated to this House that we were going to be initiating a study to look at all the requests and try to develop some sort of a strategy to do that. As a result, we have hired a consultant group in association with northern companies as technical advisors. We conducted a review of all the issues related to runway lengths. This review was conducted in consultation with air carriers and with communities. This study is looking at changing travel patterns, division of the Northwest Territories, current and future aircraft use by air carriers, the effect of a larger jet aircraft and level and frequency of air service, as well as the cost benefits, economic and social impacts in the communities. This department has received a preliminary report from the consultation and is studying the conclusion's recommendation. I will ask the department specifically, on behalf of honourable Member Steen, to see what, if anything, has been done in regard to this community of Sachs Harbour and I will get back to him. Thank you.
Jim Antoine on Question 567-13(5): Sachs Harbour Runway Extension
In the Legislative Assembly on May 28th, 1998. See this statement in context.
Further Return To Question 567-13(5): Sachs Harbour Runway Extension
Question 567-13(5): Sachs Harbour Runway Extension
Item 6: Oral Questions
May 27th, 1998
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Jim Antoine Nahendeh
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