Mr. Speaker, I seek consent to proceed with the third reading of Bill 5, An Act to Amend the Motor Vehicles Act.
Debates of March 31st, 2000
This is page numbers 457 - 498 of the Hansard for the 14th Assembly, 2nd Session. The original version can be accessed on the Legislative Assembly's website or by contacting the Legislative Assembly Library. The word of the day was financial.
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Bill 4: An Act To Amend The Student Financial Assistance Act
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Bill 4: An Act To Amend The Student Financial Assistance Act
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The Speaker Tony Whitford
Thank you. The Minister is seeking consent to proceed. Are there any nays? There are no nays. Mr. Minister, you may proceed.
Bill 5: An Act To Amend The Motor Vehicles Act
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Vince Steen Nunakput
Mr. Speaker,
I MOVE, seconded by the honourable Member for Hay River South, that Bill 5, An Act to Amend the Motor Vehicles Act, be read for the third time. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
Bill 5: An Act To Amend The Motor Vehicles Act
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The Speaker Tony Whitford
Thank you. The motion is in order. To the motion. Question has been called. All those in favour? All those opposed? The motion is carried. Bill 5 has had third reading. Item 21, third reading of bills. The honourable Minister responsible for the Department of Finance, Mr. Handley.
Bill 6: Interim Appropriation Act, 2000-2001
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Joe Handley Weledeh
Mr. Speaker,
I MOVE, seconded by the honourable Member for Inuvik Twin Lakes, that Bill 6, Interim Appropriation Act, 2000-2001, be read for the third time. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
Bill 6: Interim Appropriation Act, 2000-2001
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The Speaker Tony Whitford
Thank you. The motion is in order. To the motion. Question has been called. All those in favour? All those opposed? The motion is carried. Bill 6 has had third reading. Item 21, third reading of bills. The honourable Minister responsible for the Department of Finance, Mr. Handley.
Bill 7: An Act To Amend The Workers' Compensation Act
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Joe Handley Weledeh
Mr. Speaker,
I MOVE, seconded by the honourable Member for Hay River South, that Bill 7, An Act to Amend the Workers' Compensation Act, be read for the third time. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
Bill 7: An Act To Amend The Workers' Compensation Act
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The Speaker Tony Whitford
Thank you. The motion is in order. To the motion. Question has been called. All those in favour? All those opposed? The motion is carried. Bill 7 has had third reading. Item 21, third reading of bills. The honourable Minister responsible for the Department of Finance, Mr. Handley.
Bill 8: Supplementary Appropriation, Act No. 4, 1999-2000
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Joe Handley Weledeh
Mr. Speaker,
I MOVE, seconded by the honourable Member for Nunakput, that Bill 8, Supplementary Appropriation Act, No. 4, 1999-2000, be read for the third time. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
Bill 8: Supplementary Appropriation, Act No. 4, 1999-2000
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The Speaker Tony Whitford
Thank you. The motion is in order. To the motion. Question has been called. All those in favour? All those opposed? The motion is carried. Bill 8 has had third reading. Item 21, third reading of bills.
I understand that His Honour, The Commissioner of the Northwest Territories, is prepared to enter the Chamber to assent to bills and prorogate this Session of the Legislative Assembly. Mr. Clerk, could you please attend to and escort the Commissioner of the Northwest Territories into the Chamber?
I would like to welcome the Commissioner, Dan Marion, and on behalf of all of the Members of the Legislative Assembly and the people of the Northwest Territories, I would like to make a presentation to Commissioner Marion.
-- Applause
I would like to call on the Premier to make the presentation.
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Stephen Kakfwi Sahtu
Thank you. On behalf of the Government of the Northwest Territories and Members of the Legislative Assembly, I would like to present you with a couple of gifts.
As a keepsake, here is a pen with an inscription on it, which acknowledges that Dan Marion was the first Commissioner of the new Northwest Territories, complete with dates.
-- Applause
On a more informal, personal basis, I wanted to present him with a collection of photos showing some of the functions, events and places he has been. This is something for him to enjoy over the years.
-- Applause
Bill 8: Supplementary Appropriation, Act No. 4, 1999-2000
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The Speaker Tony Whitford
Thank you. The honourable Commissioner, would you please come up and assent to the bills?
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Commissioner Of The Northwest Territorries Mr. Dan Marion
Greetings. Please be seated. Mr. Speaker, Before I assent to bills, and as this is one of my last acts as Commissioner of the new Northwest Territories, I would like to convey to all of the honoured Members my gratitude for all the help that was given to me and to this office.
Mr. Speaker, I would like to recognize you and all the Legislative Assembly staff who assisted in my duties. We now have a new Commissioner, and I would like to recognize Glenna F. Hansen as the 14th Commissioner of the Northwest Territories.
With roots in Aklavik, a resident of Inuvik and with her regional experience, she brings a wealth of experience to her new appointment.
I would prefer to emphasize on what I have experienced rather than dwell on what I could have had. Honoured Members, many of us do not realize the dream of achieving what we strive for. The mark of a human being is how he or she overcomes and proceeds with their life - it is called taking the high road. It is a road I plan to take as much as possible.
When I was sworn in, the Great Hall was full of friends and family. I will remember that moment, for it is a milestone in my life, for the rest of my life. It was the first public acknowledgement of myself. In small communities, it is very rare that we celebrate or acknowledge the deeds that we do - it is expected of us.
That is one of the reasons I took a path of finding, encouraging, and recognizing individuals who have bettered their community. I tried to visit every community, but time ran out. With the election happening, I fell short of my goal.
In all my visits, I was well received. I tried to give homage to these communities who were honouring one of their Members with all the regales that this office could fashion. I saw first hand a new government being formed with all the drama that entailed. I have met many wonderful, caring and amazing people of the North. This position has changed me. I see more beauty in the people of the North and I observe more confidence than negativism in the communities.
I received one of the greatest distinctions being appointed Commissioner. I did not have to accept this position. By accepting it, I also accepted the fact that other people of higher authority would decide the future Commissioner position, and this person chosen would be an honoured person in his or her region, as we now see by the appointment that was announced.
I would like this House to recognize the contribution my wife Lena made. This position requires that your spouse voluntarily attends the many functions and receptions of the government. I would also like to recognize my family for the support I received from them. I can honestly say I will be spending more time at home with all of you.
As the Commissioner for the Northwest Territories, I am extremely pleased to assent to the following bills: Bill 1, An Act to Amend the Education Act; Bill 3, An Act to Amend the Financial Administration Act; Bill 4, An Act to Amend the Student Financial Assistance Act; Bill 5, An Act to Amend the Motor Vehicles Act; Bill 6, Interim Appropriation Act, 2000-2001; Bill 7, An Act to Amend the Workers' Compensation Act; Bill 8, Supplementary Appropriation Act, No. 4, 1999-2000.
Prior to proroguing this Session, I wish to announce that the Third Session of the 14th Legislative Assembly will convene on June 20, 2000, at 1:30 p.m. As the Commissioner of the Northwest Territories, I hereby prorogue the Second Session of the 14th Assembly. I would like to say thank you and God bless you all.
-- Applause
-- PROROGATION
The House prorogued at 4:15 p.m.