Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Mr. Chairman,
I MOVE that this committee recommends the Department of Resources, Wildlife and Economic Development not issue any new licenses for the commercial harvesting of timber without the consent of the affected communities and the Hunters and Trappers Association, where such harvesting would significantly affect the harvesting of wildlife by First Nations people.
AND FURTHER that the department undertake to review any forest management policies and agreements that affect land claim or treaty rights in consultation with the appropriate standing committee and the Members of the Legislative Assembly.