Frederick Blake Jr.

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. As mentioned in my statement, I’d like to ask the Minister of Transportation a couple of questions. What progress has been made on the Inuvik-Tuk highway over the last nine months? Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

Would the Minister be willing to do, as a pilot project, have in place in Tsiigehtchic a licenced practical nurse? Thank you.

Thank you to the Minister. At this time I have no further questions.

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. The people of the Beaufort-Delta, at this time, are in a big need for some sort of economic job opportunities. Within the next week, Inuvik will be hosting the Inuvik Petroleum Show and I understand the Minister of ITI will be attending. I would like to ask the Minister what will be your message for the people of the Beaufort-Delta.

Madam Chair, to my left I have Ian Rennie, legislative counsel, Department of Justice. On my right, my right-hand man, Tim Mercer, Clerk of the Legislative Assembly.

Thank you, Madam Chair. I am pleased to provide opening comments for Bill 3, An Act to Amend the Human Rights Act. Madam Chair, Bill 3 authorizes the Speaker, on the recommendation of the Board of Management, to designate a chairperson and deputy chairperson of the Northwest Territories Human Rights Commission. In certain circumstances, the commission may designate an acting chairperson.

Madam Chair, the Human Rights Act is administered jointly by the Speaker, the Legislative Assembly and the Minister of Justice. The Speaker’s role in administering the act is limited to the administration of...

Will the Minister assure the community of Tsiigehtchic that this position will be in place within the next year? Thank you.

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Over the last 15 years the community of Tsiigehtchic has been pleading to get a nurse in the community. I’d like to ask the Minister: Will the Minister be willing to put in place a licenced practical nurse in Tsiigehtchic?

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What can we expect to get from the development of our petroleum resources?

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I’d like to take this opportunity to congratulate the graduating class of 2012 at Chief Julius School in Fort McPherson for Friday, June 15th. I’d also like to congratulate the parents and teachers on a job well done.

On June 20th the students of Chief Paul Niditchie School in Tsiigehtchic will be having a graduation for the students in Tsiigehtchic. Congratulations, everyone.