In conclusion, Mr. Speaker, the Government of the Northwest Territories is a non-partisan, consensus system of government. The Standing Committee on Accountability and Oversight allows Regular Members of the Legislative Assembly a mechanism to scrutinize the policies, programs and spending of the government. Members of this committee do not treat this responsibility lightly and we will continue to advocate on behalf of the public. We will urge consultation and collaboration as a fundamental theme to guide each of the priority areas.

Members believe that residents want this government to move forward toward achieving a better tomorrow. We also believe that residents want this government to do so in a manner that is fiscally responsible, prudent and in the public interest. We will urge government to develop budgets and strategic investments that promote a strong, northern economy and secure our financial future.

As an integral part of a non-partisan consensus system of government, members of the Standing Committee on Accountability and Oversight will continue to make a sincere and determined effort to work with the government to succeed in achieving a better tomorrow.

Mr. Speaker, that concludes the Standing Committee on Accountability and Oversight's Progress Report on Plans and Priorities.

Therefore I move, seconded by the honourable Member for Frame Lake, that Committee Report 11-14(4) be received and adopted. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.