Good afternoon colleagues. I would like to extend my thanks on behalf of all Members to the Honourable George L. Tuccaro, Commissioner of the Northwest Territories, for opening the Sixth Session of the 16

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I would also like to extend the Assembly’s thanks to Mr. Daniel Gillis for his beautiful rendition of O Canada, and to Pastor Chris Watkins of the Cornerstone Pentecostal Church for leading us in prayer today. Thank you, gentlemen.

Also, colleagues, I would like to draw your attention to the attendance in the House today of one of the two honourary presiding officers of this Assembly. I would like to welcome Mr. Tony Whitford, former Commissioner, former Speaker, former Minister and former Member of this Legislative Assembly, as he takes his place today as honourary Clerk of this House.

Colleagues, I understand that much work remains to be done, so let us begin this Sixth and final session of the 16

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Item 3, Ministers’ statements. The honourable Member for Transportation, Mr. Michael McLeod.