Thank you, Mr. Speaker. It has been the view of this government that not only Yellowknife should benefit economically from the agreement that we have made with BHP. Fortunately for Yellowknife though, that is the way that particular arrangement played out. I know there was at least one proposal that had been made from Hay River during the time when business proposals were being entertained and weighed by the people at BHP.
This government will continue to find ways to encourage and support businesses outside of Yellowknife where possible, to take advantage of the future opportunities. If there are monthly allocations available in the near future for cutting and polishing, we will do everything we can to ensure that not only Yellowknife benefits but other communities in the area. Thank you.