Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I would like to talk about the current energy strategy and climate change strategy coming on-stream for a 10-year plan here in 2017 developments.

Now that the gas is turned off in Norman Wells, we must seek alternative energy options for supply to the residents, commercial customers, and the community. Both Tulita and Norman Wells have potential for alternative energy sources.

Colville Lake has taken the lead with their solar panel project, which is proving to be quite a vital operation and is a prime example that there are alternatives and initiatives out there, funded jointly between the federal and territorial government.

Mr. Speaker, we must also look at some of the previous studies to collectively substantiate and justify best value for dollar. Back in April of 2010, there was a study done by ENR saying that there is potential down the Mackenzie Valley corridor, in the areas of Deline, Tulita, Norman Wells, and Fort Good Hope, that could supply geothermal heat for the buildings above. Later I will have the appropriate questions for the appropriate Minister. Thank you.