Mr. Speaker, this past year, the Weledeh constituency has suffered the loss of some of our well-respected elders. Most recently, elders who lived in Ndilo and Dettah and who have passed on include Michel Sikyea, famous for the million-dollar duck; Celine Tsetta; and, Phillip Crapeau. It's important that we recognize and celebrate the contributions that they've made to the people of the North. As elders, they were our natural leaders. They shared their wealth and wisdom with younger generations and helped to prepare them for their role as leaders in the communities. These elders offered guidance to the parents and children living in the communities. They also played a big role in the area of preserving and teaching Dene culture and helping younger generations to grow and benefit from not only the traditional lifestyles, but from new development in the North. Most importantly though, they help to confirm Aboriginal rights. They did this each in their own way and those are rights that we enjoy today. Our elders who have passed on are not forgotten. By making this Member's statement, I hope that in a small way, I am helping to record their names in history. This Member's statement is made in memory of elders Michel Sikyea, Celine Tsetta and Phillip Crapeau. Thank you.
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