Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I think that Members from this side have spoken quite eloquently about this already, but one of the points that I have raised with the committee in the past in deliberations or discussions on this is that we are already very aware that early detection of genetic defects or propensity to illness is a benefit to an individual. Genetic testing, obviously, will enhance one's ability to gather and organize information that may predict a person's future potential or disabilities.
We struggle here in the territory with very challenging and difficult health situations. We have some of the poorest health stats in the country, especially as it relates to our Indigenous population. It is arguable that the Indigenous population in the North has a very limited genetic record versus, say, western or European societies or peoples, and the ability to access insurance, to me, is secondary to one knowing how one might direct their life choices in order to avoid the need to even have insurance in the first place if they are able to make better sound decisions in their life. It would sound better to me that advancing the health of our individuals and, therefore, our society is something that we would want to support. It seems clear to me, as well, Mr. Chair, that, when one knows their genetic makeup and their propensities to potential illnesses or defects, then they can build also a much stronger relationship with their doctor or doctors, therefore leading to better health outcomes. For those reasons, I will be in support. Thank you.