Thank you, colleagues. Mr. Speaker, I had the privilege and honour to work with Mr. Garret Ruben and Mrs. Winnie Carpenter during the intense land claim negotiations between COPE and the federal government. They both provided their expertise and knowledge of the land in these negotiations and to eventually promote the signing of the Western Arctic Inuvialuit final settlement claim.
In closing, Mr. Speaker, once again, on behalf of the constituents of Nunakput, I would like to extend my condolences to the families and friends of the late Mr. Garret Ruben of Paulatuk and Mrs. Winnie Carpenter of Sachs Harbour. Although I cannot be there during their time of sorrow and grief, my thoughts and prayers are with the families and friends.
In closing, Mr. Speaker, may their families continue to draw the strength and courage to carry on their lifelong traditional values. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.