Minister's Statement 5-20(1): Emergency Management Preparation  Mr. Speaker, I want to start by acknowledging that the Government of the Northwest Territories will ensure that a comprehensive and independent after-action review of last year's historic wildfire season is completed and shared publicly. This will be transparent and an open proce

Recognition Of Visitors In The Gallery  Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I too would like to recognize Mr. Rocky Simpson, constituent of mine, and Chantel Lafferty, resident of Hay River. Also Clarence Wood who I sat on the NWTAC board for a number of years with. Thank you.

Member's Statement 30-20(1): Hay River Community Spirt Awards  Thank you, Mr. Speaker. This past Saturday, myself and the MLA for Hay River North had the opportunity to attend the 1st Annual Hay River Community Spirit Gala. It was a great opportunity to celebrate individuals and organizations who have contributed to a healthy community throu

Motion 6-20(1): Extended Adjournment of the House to February 6, 2024, Carried  Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I MOVE, second by the honourable Member for Inuvik Boot Lake, that notwithstanding Rule 4, when this House adjourns on December 8, 2023, it shall be adjourned until Tuesday, February 6th, 2024; AND FURTHER that at any time prior to February 6th, 2024, if

Motion 5-20(1): Appointments to the Board of Management, Carried  Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I seek unanimous consent to deal with the motion I gave notice of earlier today.

Motion 6-20(1): Extended Adjournment of the House to February 6, 2024  Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I give notice that on Tuesday, December 12th, 2023, I will move the following motion: I move, second by the honourable Member for Inuvik Boot Lake, that notwithstanding Rule 4, when this House adjourns on December 8th, 2023 it shall be adjourned until Tu

Recognition Of Visitors In The Gallery  Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I'd like to recognize a couple residents of my riding and former Member for Hay River South, Rocky Simpson and his wife Bette Lyons.

Member's Statement 1-20(1): Gratitude and Season's Greeting  Thank you, Mr. Speaker. December 5th recognizes International Volunteers Day. I express my gratitude to all the volunteers of the Northwest Territories; however, today I wish to take a moment to appreciate and extend my thanks, our thanks, to the emergency services across the re