Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Mr. Chairman, given the fact that there is a lot of merit to the bill and given the fact that there is concern from various leaders in Nunavut, I think what we should try to do is amend it in some way that would allow for the new Government of Nunavut to make the decision on their own as to how they want to deal with the bill, whether they want to modify it or leave it as it is. This is not to take way from the intent of the bill and the fact that the Western Territory would be in a situation to utilize the bill as it is put forth now. Mr. Chairman, what I am saying is, I would feel a lot more comfortable if there was an amendment to the bill which would allow the new Government of Nunavut to decide on their own once their government is put in place. Thank you.
Kevin O'Brien on Item 19: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
In the Legislative Assembly on June 1st, 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
May 31st, 1998
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Kevin O'Brien Kivallivik
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