Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I, too, support the principle of the bill. I think as the Member for Mackenzie Delta has pointed out, this represents years of work and a significant amount of effort and undertaking by the Tlicho. I understand it to be the first agreement of its kind, bringing claims and self-government together.
I have to say that I haven't had much time to examine the bill, so I do look forward to having some time to have a detailed look at it. But from what I do know of the bill so far, Mr. Speaker, it probably changes the face of governance in the North. In many ways it might have been de facto by constitution making.
One thing I would like to do is compliment the Tlicho on their effort to make this agreement accessible. They've certainly raised the bar when it comes to making a complex legal document like the agreement available in plain language, and I would encourage my constituents to make sure that they have an opportunity to have a look at these documents. I look forward to discussing this bill with Members of committee and hopefully members of the public as it proceeds through the House. Thank you.