Mahsi, Mr. Speaker. Since the inception of the Arctic Energy Alliance Program with objectives of reducing energy consumption through education, home audits, alternative energy programs, rebates on more energy efficiency appliances for NWT residents and the business community, a governance structure was developed consisting of Northern residents, residents who understand the high energy cost and challenges faced by our smaller communities. This knowledge, Mr. Speaker, helps the program or the department design efficiencies on deliverance; however, improvements are an ongoing prudent management principal.

Mr. Speaker, this program is well received in the smaller communities where high energy cost exists and burdens the family income significantly. Planning on deliverances for these programs, Arctic Energy Alliance initiated development of a community-by-community energy plan in the Sahtu region.

This government is practicing on the principles of Arctic Energy Alliance directives. In the Sahtu Region, we have seen recent Installation of LED lighting, pellet boilers for public buildings.

Later, Mr. Speaker, I will have updated planning questions for the appropriate Minister. Mahsi.