Mr. Speaker, Premier Handley, Members of the 15th Legislative Assembly, as Commissioner, I would like to take this opportunity to personally salute the many young men and women who will compete next week for the right to represent their community and region and our territory at the Wood Buffalo Arctic Winter Games in Fort McMurray, Alberta.

As all Members are aware, the Arctic Winter Games provides a powerful and positive showcase of NWT talent, culture, skills and athletics. They would not be possible without the ongoing commitment and support of parents, coaches, staff and volunteers who work year round to ensure their success. I would like to express my appreciation and best wishes to them all.

Prior to proroguing this Second Session of the 15th Legislative Assembly, I would like to advise you that the Third Session of the 15th Legislative Assembly will convene on Tuesday, March 16, 2004, at 1:30 p.m.

Until that time, I wish you Godspeed and travelling mercies.

As Commissioner of the Northwest Territories, I hereby prorogue the Second Session of the 15th Legislative Assembly of the Northwest Territories. Mahsi.

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The House prorogued at 3:15 p.m.