Mr. Speaker, my questions this afternoon are for Mr. Bell, the Minister of Resources, Wildlife and Economic Development. It concerns the recent issues surrounding the management of the Bathurst caribou herd. Mr. Speaker, you know we're well into the age of consultation and inclusion in the Northwest Territories on management and co-management issues. Indeed, on wildlife, we have invested extraordinary amounts of money and time in trying to make sure we're covering all the bases. But I've been advised when it comes to this particular herd, or for caribou management overall, that the Barren Ground Caribou Outfitters Association does not have a voice at this table. I would argue, Mr. Speaker, that there's a lot of expertise and a lot at stake with this organization and they should be at the table. So, Mr. Speaker, why hasn't the Barren Ground Caribou Outfitters Association been invited to sit on the Bathurst Caribou Management Committee? Thank you.
Bill Braden on Question 503-15(3): Bathurst Caribou Management Plan
In the Legislative Assembly on February 28th, 2005. See this statement in context.
Question 503-15(3): Bathurst Caribou Management Plan
Item 6: Oral Questions
February 27th, 2005
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