Mr. Speaker, flowing from the Northwest Territories Act, of course, is the Wildlife Act, which another piece of antiquated legislation is being redone but still the tool that we have. It gives us the authority when you put all the pieces together to make those decisions when it comes to responding to conservation issues. Every land claim recognizes that fact. There is a clause in there that entitles the Minister, under very clear, unique circumstances related to conservation emergencies and safety issues, to be able to act in the best interest of conservation. In this case, we have taken that authority, looked at the numbers. We have extensive science to back it up. In the issue of preservation and conservation, we have made that decision. Thank you.
Michael Miltenberger on Question 244-16(4): Consultation On Caribou Management Measures
In the Legislative Assembly on February 3rd, 2010. See this statement in context.
Question 244-16(4): Consultation On Caribou Management Measures
Oral Questions
February 2nd, 2010
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