Mahsi, Madam Chair. So there is -- the GNWT does have a problematic substance use committee. It's led by the chief public health officer but the Department of Justice co-chairs this group, and they meet bimonthly. So they -- you know, they focus on drugs but alcohol as well, which is largely problematic in the Northwest Territories. We do have crime reduction strategies, mentioned early Guns and Gangs, the community safety officer pilot in Fort Liard and the men's healing program. We also are aware and the -- I can say that the RCMP is aware that -- they're familiar with the increase in calls in the community of Behchoko, and they are meeting with the leadership to address this, not only short-term goals but long term as well. And I would say that half of these calls or their calls are social disorder calls. So it'll require a broader approach than just the Department of Justice and the RCMP and all of our departments and partners and stakeholders. So that's something we can certainly continue looking into. Mahsi, Madam Chair.
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