We have looked at those sectors. The Barren Ground Outfitters probably provide something in the neighbourhood of four to five million dollars in direct economic benefits to the Northwest Territories. Similarly, we looked at trapping and it’s very difficult to quantify other than the actual return, plus we estimate that if you had to go to the stores to buy country foods that the harvester provides, you’d probably be looking at something in the neighbourhood of $20 million. So we think that both sectors do provide economic benefits to the Northwest Territories and we try to continue that they do survive. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
Bob McLeod on Question 106-16(4): GNWT Support For The Fur Trade
In the Legislative Assembly on October 28th, 2009. See this statement in context.
Question 106-16(4): GNWT Support For The Fur Trade
Oral Questions
October 27th, 2009
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