Thank you, Mr. Speaker. As we heard on the radio, the journey for the water of the Arctic Ocean to meet up with the waters of the Pacific and Atlantic oceans began in Tuktoyaktuk on February 19th.

This is in keeping with the plans of the Trans-Canada water relay, to lead up to the official opening of this national trail in September of this year. Today the water passed through the town of Norman Wells. 30 residents officially took turns carrying the water from the Arctic Ocean. I would like to congratulate the residents of the Sahtu for their enthusiastic support in celebrating the Trans-Canada Trail water relay. I look forward to seeing the water as it travels from Rae to Yellowknife on March 3rd and 4th. I would like to say a special thank you to all Northern Rangers who have taken on the responsibility of ensuring the water and carriers travel safely through our Territory.

Mr. Speaker, it is the intent of this relay to have the water of the Atlantic, Pacific and the Arctic oceans all meet somewhere in the capital region in early September. Thank you.