Mr. Chairman, I am happy to hear that there is some work going on with DOT. I think you both play an important role in this particular area. I am glad to see that is going. We have a lot of Aboriginal organizations right now that are really seizing the opportunities through the Tlicho and the Akaitcho to provide essential services and other services to the diamond mining industry here in the Northwest Territories. I know that there is some interest in becoming more engaged and more active in road construction, which means there has to be an opportunity for them to build some capacity that they may not have at this point. I know Deton’Cho is talking about building some capacity so that they can become more involved in time in road construction in the North Slave as well as throughout the Northwest Territories. I understand they are getting equipment and they are doing all sorts of things. What role, if any, does ITI have in helping them build some capacity and get some opportunities? Is ITI working with them on helping them tailor their bids to suit the needs of DOT so that they fully understand? Is there any business counselling going on, any opportunity for them to build some capacity so that they can start getting these road contracts so that they will be a road builder in the future? That is including seasonal and all-season roads, Mr. Chairman.
Glen Abernethy on Consideration in Committee of the Whole of Bills and Other Matters
In the Legislative Assembly on February 23rd, 2011. See this statement in context.
Consideration in Committee of the Whole of Bills and Other Matters
Consideration in Committee of the Whole of Bills and Other Matters
February 22nd, 2011
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