As the Member stated, this is a very important area and it will become more important as we move forward. NWT actually is at

the forefront of rolling out programs and using the information technology. We are sort of a model student under Canada Infoway funding and being able to tap into those.

As the Member stated, bandwidth is a problem, it is a challenge in the NWT, as it is for the rest of the country. We do appreciate the support of the standing committee and the enthusiasm they’ve shown. Our department works with other departments and DPW and Education as we plan as a government on how we cope with what will, you know, most certainly be more and more increased demand for bandwidth. My deputy minister and staff are part of the working group that works on that issue.