I will read the rest of Mr. Pokiak's statement.

Considered lost is Mr. Frank Steen and his son Paul, and Ronald Rufus and his son Kyle. They are considered experienced hunters. Members of the 14th Assembly may remember Paul Steen. He served as a Page and his dream was to become an MLA for the Nunakput riding.

Mr. Speaker, I would like to thank Premier Joe Handley; Honourable Ethel Blondin-Andrew, MP, Western Arctic; Mayor Jackie Jacobson and council; the RCMP; the Canadian Rangers; the local individuals of Tuktoyaktuk; the Canadian Coast Guard; U.S. Search and Rescue; and the air charter companies from Inuvik that assisted during this difficult time for the families, and also to the outlying communities for their generous support and prayers for the families. I would like to send my regards to the immediate and extended families of Donna Steen and Darlene Felix. On behalf of the constituents of Nunakput, our prayers are with you.

Mr. Speaker in closing I would also like to extend best wishes for a speedy recovery to Mr. John Lucas, Sr. of Sachs Harbour, my brother-in-law who is recovering from a mild heart attack at Stanton Hospital.

Mr. Speaker with the permission of my colleagues, I would like to request a moment of silence and a prayer for Donna Steen and Darlene Felix on the safe return of their loved ones. Thank you Mr. Speaker.