Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I want to congratulate the Arctic Energy Alliance on their 2026 Company of the Year Award from Canadian Biomass Magazine. While AEA is, in actual fact, a non-profit society and not a company, they still punch well above their weight in the biomass community here in Canada and internationally.

During one of the coldest months in recent memory, in January 2026 I attended their Arctic bioenergy summit and tour here in Yellowknife to learn more personally and also bring back ideas to inform a standing committee study on renewable heating and economic diversification.

Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to report that the summit and tour were world-class. The NWT has a lot to be proud of when it comes to adopting biomass heat but still has room to grow. The summit was an opportunity for all attending to learn about some new technologies and approaches that work in cold climates. The summit brought together community and Indigenous governments, industry, international academics, and project leaders from across the circumpolar world. Discussions focused on exploring practical bioenergy solutions such as wood pellets and chips that can help reduce heating costs, strengthen energy security, and support sustainable economic development in northern and remote communities.

Arctic Energy Alliance is rightfully being recognized as a leader in biomass space for the good work that they have done in the NWT and for connecting the NWT with pragmatic approaches that can help Northerners save on their bills and reduce their GHG footprint. Once again, congratulations to all the passionate staff at Arctic Energy Alliance on their award and recognition of their outstanding work by their peers. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.