Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, on January 27th of this year, elder Daniel Bouvier of Fort Providence passed away. He was born in Fort Providence on October 31, 1922, and was raised by Joseph and Celine Bouvier in Fort Providence and is survived by his siblings and numerous nieces and nephews. As a child, he attended the mission school in Fort Providence and like everyone else in those days, he attended school long enough to learn to read and write. He spent a lot of time reading and through reading he developed a good understanding of the English language. He was better known as Uncle Cap, and fluent in three languages; Michif, English and Slavey. He lived his whole life in Fort Providence. He had no desire to leave or travel out of his home community. The only travelling he did was to hunt, fish and trap in the immediate area. He kept a dog team and it was his main means of transportation to travel to his trapline and for all his supplies.

He was a humble man who did not have any interest in things of material value. He never sought recognition, attention or status of any kind. He believed the best things in life were free and he did not dwell on things he did not have. Mr. Speaker, Danny Bouvier was one of the greatest old time fiddlers along the Mackenzie, a title he deserved but did not acknowledge. In his own special way, he inspired his nephews who have become accomplished fiddlers. He played the real Metis style of music and he brought a lot of people happiness with his gift of music. His love for the fiddle was encouraged by his father, his brother and other relatives. His first fiddle was a homemade fiddle and although not a perfect copy, it resembled a fiddle and that was all that mattered.

Mr. Speaker, Danny Bouvier was kind to all that crossed his path, whether it was an animal, a bird or a family pet. His love for nature was apparent and though his health was deteriorating, he did not dwell on it and did what he could to keep his spirits up. Mr. Speaker, we are all thankful for all the wonderful years with him, his loving and kind nature will always live in the hearts of those who had the pleasure of knowing him. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.