Thank you, Mr. Speaker. In my statement, I made reference to the United Nations declaring March 22nd as World Water Day. Mr. Speaker, we in the Northwest Territories are fortunate to have an abundant supply of water. I think we also realize that we are not immune to environmental hazards around us. Water is essential to the survival of all living things, including plants, animals and especially human beings. We must do everything possible to maintain the quality of the water for today and for the future.

However, some of our present water supplies have some problems, especially in my riding. The water supply in Fort McPherson no longer meets the Canadian water standards that are set. It exceeds them. I would like to ask the Minister responsible for Health and Social Services what is her department doing to ensure the drinking water of all our communities in the Northwest Territories are meeting the present standards that are set, the Canadian drinking water standards? Thank you.