Mahsi cho, Mr. Speaker. I, too, would like to acknowledge Tony Whitford and recognize him for all of his tireless work working for the people of the North, working for the Assembly and I think that Tony did truly work for the people of the North. It seemed like everywhere I travelled -- I have been to all of the communities in the North also -- everywhere I have travelled, it seems like people know Tony.

I don’t even know how I got to meet Tony, actually. One day I just knew him. Maybe that is a way in which Tony presents himself to people. It seems

like when you meet Tony, you actually already have known him.

I believe that Tony is a wonderful man. He is a real good person to speak to, sit down and talk to him on almost any topic. I think that is a reason there has been so many things bestowed upon him like the work that he has done, like the work that he is doing with the Commissioner or what we are doing today. I think it is a fitting expression of gratitude from the Legislative Assembly to name him honorary officer of the Legislative Assembly. I would like to thank Tony for all of his work in the past. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

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