Thank you, Mr. Speaker. The fact is the Armed Forces and the RCMP have their own policies. Very often, they move people far too quickly, before they really get to enjoy and appreciate this wonderful part of Canada they are given to serve.

The exemption for the residency requirement has been an issue for a number of years. We have looked at it. I believe it is important to get the support of the public, of the aboriginal groups before we proceed with an exemption. To include such an exemption could, I believe, violate the provisions of the Charter of Rights. It does have some legal implications. We have chosen instead to seek support for a way that would allow certain members of our public, such as the RCMP and Armed Forces members to enjoy this through revisions of the Wildlife Act. It would probably be a lot faster if they just extended their stay, so they would not have to leave the Northwest Territories before enjoying the hunting privileges everyone else enjoys through their extended stays. Thank you.