Good afternoon, colleagues. Before we get started today, I’d like to pay tribute to and acknowledge my elders who live a healthy lifestyle and are resilient role models. In Paulatuk, Marcus and the late Ida Ruben celebrated their 54th anniversary, May 5,

2014. In Sachs Harbour, Frank Kudlak will turn 85 on December 24, 2014. In Tuktoyaktuk, Persis Gruben turned 96 on October 20, 2014; Bill and Lucy Cockney celebrated their 60th anniversary on

May 1, 2014; and Adam and Annie Emaghok celebrated their 63rd anniversary on August 24,

2014. In Ulukhaktok, Jean Kagyut turned 94 in September 2014. We’re not sure of the exact date; her parents told her it’s when it snows and melts. Andy and Mary Akaoakhion will celebrate their 51st anniversary on December 15, 2014.

My riding of Nunakput is blessed to have the knowledge, culture, language and wisdom of my elders.

Item 2, Ministers’ statements. Honourable Premier, Mr. McLeod.