I do. Thank you, Madam Chair. Madam Chair, I am pleased to introduce Bill 3, An Act to Amend the Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Act. This legislation will make minor amendments to clarify the definition of "employee," and to provide greater certainty regarding the responsibility of public bodies and their employees to protect personal information.

Madam Chair, the request originated with the Department of Health and Social Services. They have identified the need for contractors to be included in NWT privacy legislation, specifically information technology contractors who access private information as part of their work. The Department of Justice has confirmed the need for this amendment.

The Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Act strikes a balance between the need to protect privacy and the need for open, accountable government. Employees are currently prohibited from disclosing personal Information without authorization. This amendment will broaden the definition of "employee" to include appointees, volunteers and students. The expanded definition only applies under this act, and will also include people who perform services under contracts and agency relationships.

The proposed amendments strengthen the Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Act and are consistent with recent recommendations of the Information and Privacy Commissioner. They also support the government's commitment to providing open, accessible and accountable government to the people of the Northwest Territories.

Madam Chair, I would be pleased to answer any questions or concerns the committee may have on this legislation. Thank you.