At this time, the federal government has given us no indication that they intend to reconsider their decision to ban offshore drilling in the Arctic. The federal government has committed to a five-year scientific review of this decision; however, they have not provided any information about what that review will entail. I'll be following up with Prime Minister Trudeau at every opportunity to ensure that the Government of the Northwest Territories is involved in any review and that traditional knowledge is a key feature of that review.
Bob McLeod on Question 480-18(2): Ban On Offshore Arctic Oil And Gas Exploration
In the Legislative Assembly on February 1st, 2017. See this statement in context.
Question 480-18(2): Ban On Offshore Arctic Oil And Gas Exploration
Oral Questions
January 31st, 2017
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