Mr. Speaker, I could be mistaken but it seems that most of the companies here that are borrowing the money are individuals that are western based. I wonder if there is any formula or criteria that the Minister has in place to ensure there is a balance between east and west as far as money that is lent out? Thank you.

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, my question is to the Minister Responsible for the Aurora Fund. Mr. Speaker, I note that to date approximately $22 million in loans have been given out to various companies and individuals. Mr. Speaker, some of these companies are the Shoe Store for two aircraft, the Yellowknife Golf Club to expand the facility to 18 holes and the Explorer Hotel to refurbish it. Mr. Speaker, I wonder if the Minister could give us the amount that these companies have borrowed? Thank you.

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, following Mr. Kakfwi's comments, I would also like to acknowledge and recognize the fine exhibit located out in the Great Hall of northern crafts and clothing. Mr. Speaker, I especially would like to acknowledge the excellent work done

by the Kiluk Sewing Factory of Arviat.

Mr. Speaker, at the display, you will notice a small Christmas tree; all the decorations on this tree are handmade by the ladies at the centre from Arviat, along with the tree skirt. Also on display are jackets and vests made by the staff. Mr. Speaker, I would encourage all staff and MLAs to visit the display and I would like to acknowledge the hard work of the Arviat centre manager, Jody, her staff Denelda, Bernadette, Arlene, Agatha, Margaret and Mary. Thank you.

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I do not have the information that Mr. Todd sent out last week, but I wonder if he could recall what the amount of the fund is as of this date.

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker I wonder if the Minister could tell us what will happen to the fund post division? Thank you.

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, my question is to the Minister of Finance. Mr. Speaker, it has been a while since we have heard any information on the Aurora Fund. I wonder if the Minister would give the House an update on the Aurora Fund? Thank you.

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, my question was more directed to who will enforce this? I understand the situation with public housing, but I am more concerned about the housing provided for the teachers and nurses and so on.

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. My question is to the Minister responsible for Housing. It is in reference to the rents that are presently being charged for government employees, teachers, nurses and so on. Mr. Speaker, my question is, is there any mechanism or monitoring device in place that watches over what the rental rates are for the various employees?

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I would like to recognize a former resident of Baker Lake, Ms. Rhoda Perkison, who recently took on the responsibilities of deputy clerk for Nunavut. Thank you.

--Applause