Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I would like to direct my questions to the Minister of Environment and Natural Resources and focus on the Giant Mine Remediation Project. Aboriginal Affairs Northern Development Canada, GNWT’s partner on this remediation project, has filed a water licence application to carry out demolition of the roaster complex at the Giant Mine, requiring removal of 700 tonnes of deadly arsenic trioxide and 90,000 cubic metres of waste, but there are serious concerns with the federal government plan for site. Most disturbing is a lack of a comprehensive dust management and air quality monitoring component. The demolition is metres from the Ingraham Trail and boat launch, and upwind from the city.
Why has this proposal gone forward without rigorous dust control and air quality monitoring provisions, and will the Minister consult with his co-proponent to correct this deficiency? Mahsi.