Mahsi, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I would like to welcome all the chiefs and leaders in the Gallery to listen to the finance Minister's budget speech for this coming year. Along with me today from my riding is the mayor from Fort Simpson, Tom Wilson. I would like to recognize him.
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As well, I would like to recognize Kathy Tetso. She's the chief executive officer of the Deh Cho Health and Social Services Board. It's one of the only boards that have a surplus in the Northwest Territories.
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I would also like to recognize two of my EAs; Edith Mack and Susan Fleck. I would also like to recognize the deputy minister of RWED, who I work with very closely. He's a hard worker. I want to welcome my nephew Blaine Antoine into the Chamber as well.
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