Mahsi, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I wish to advise the House that I have received the resignations, effective today, of the Honourable Manitok Thompson and the Honourable Kelvin Ng. They are leaving us to begin a new political life in Nunavut. I am grateful for their hard work and dedication, especially during these challenging years leading up to the creation of two new territories on April 1st, 1999. On behalf of the government they have served so well, I wish them prosperity and happiness in the years ahead. Mr. Speaker, I wish to advise the House that I will take over responsibility for their portfolios on an interim basis. Mahsi, Mr. Speaker.
--Applause.