Yes, Madam Chair. I am pleased to present the 2021-2022 Main Estimates for the Legislative Assembly. Overall, the Legislative Assembly's estimates propose an increase of $1,723,000 or 7.6 percent over the 2020-2021 Main Estimates.
These estimates represent the important work we will undertake during the upcoming fiscal year and focus on the following four overarching priorities:
- addressing the need for additional office space within the Office of the Clerk as a result of an increase in staff;
- being responsive to our statutory obligations with the establishment of the independent commission to review Members' compensation and benefits and the electoral boundaries commission;
- continuing to expand our language and interpreter services within the Legislative Assembly; and
- supporting the developing needs of our statutory offices.
Thank you, Madam Chair. This concludes my opening remarks. I look forward to answering any questions the Members may have.