Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, a lot of work has gone into preparing us for the August 1stdeadline when the new legislation takes effect. Last week, we notified the upcoming members of the different regional wellness councils who were nominated, including the board chairs. We will be bringing individuals together to provide some upfront training prior to the go-live date. Significant work is being done right now on organizational design, identifying the positions that are being required, and how the linkages will work between the existing authority today and how they will all work together in authorities.

I do want to remind Members and the public that August 1stis one step in moving forward and transforming the health and social services system here in the Northwest Territories. It would allow us to have a new structure that will allow us to make changes that will benefit all residents in the Northwest Territories. Some of these changes will take time. August 1stis the date that allows us to start making those changes. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.