Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Mr. Chairman, I am here as the Minister responsible for the Ministry of Aboriginal Affairs over Bill 6, Interim Appropriation, 2000-2001.
The Ministry of Aboriginal Affairs requires $1,480,000 reflecting the Ministry's operating requirements for the four-month interim period. This translates into 32 percent of the 2000-2001 preliminary target. Additionally, the Ministry requires $75,000 capital on a one-time basis during the interim period. I welcome questions you may have on the details of the Ministry's interim financial requirements. Mahsi, Mr. Chairman.