Thank you, Mr. Speaker. My question is addressed to the Minster responsible for Municipal and Community Affairs, regarding the Arctic Winter Games. Mr. Speaker, like many of my colleagues, I share a concern about the current state, structure, size, costs and impacts on community sports the Arctic Winter Games has.

However, my question is specifically in regards to the Arctic Winter Games two years out. I have been contacted by members of the biathlon team, the coach in particular. A team, I might add, Mr. Speaker, that came home draped in gold. They were very successful in all of their sports. Apparently, they have already been told that there has been a decision made and that the biathlon has been removed from the next Arctic Winter Games.

This has caused them great concern, and it is of great concern to myself as well. This is truly a northern sport, as well as a sport that small communities can take active and full participation in. I would like to ask the Minster if he is aware of this decision. Thank you. Mr. Speaker.