Mr. Speaker, the request came to myself, as the Minister of MACA, to consider allowing the Yellowknives Dene to access this property so they could do some testing. I had some discussion with our staff and looked at the situation. We thought it would make sense to allow them to take a look at this property and do some sampling while the application was going through the process, because it was indicated to us that if the land wasn't suitable, then they would move away from this project and if it was suitable, then they would pursue it through the city for a lease. We didn't see anything wrong with that. It's not something new; we've done it in other situations. The city and the Yellowknives Dene have had some early discussions; they've had agreement that they're going to be presenting their proposal to the city on the 21st. There has to be discussion around whether this could be included as part of the Yellowknives development plan. There has to be discussion on whether or not the city will allow changes to the zoning. All of those things have to take place. What we've done is we've allowed the Yellowknives Dene access so they can do some testing. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
Michael McLeod on Question 408-15(3): Deton'cho Corporation Access To The Sandpits
In the Legislative Assembly on February 17th, 2005. See this statement in context.
Further Return To Question 408-15(3): Deton'cho Corporation Access To The Sandpits
Question 408-15(3): Deton'cho Corporation Access To The Sandpits
Item 7: Oral Questions
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