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Debates of , 18th Assembly, 3rd Session (day 88)

Thank you, Mr. Testart. Committee, at this point, we will call a short break. Does committee agree?

Debates of , 18th Assembly, 3rd Session (day 88)

Thank you, Ms. Green. We will have the floor open to comments later, after the Minister and witnesses have taken a chair. Thank you. Minister, would you like to bring witnesses into the Chamber? Sergeant-at-Arms, please escort the witnesses into the Chamber. Minister, please introduce your witnesses.

Debates of , 18th Assembly, 3rd Session (day 88)

Question has been called. All those in favour? All those opposed?

---Carried

Mr. Vanthuyne.

Debates of , 18th Assembly, 3rd Session (day 88)

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. The Northwest Territories covers 1.3 million square kilometres, with a population of less than most southern cities. This vast area is rich in culture, natural resources, and a potential in a number of sectors that is beyond our comprehension, especially for those who spend considerable time in smaller communities. They would envision and understand the potential.

Mr. Speaker, as legislators and stewards of this great territory, acknowledging this potential and allowing land access developments is truly our demonstration on our abilities to balance our responsibilities...

Debates of , 18th Assembly, 3rd Session (day 88)

Thank you, Minister Sebert. I will now turn to the chair of the Standing Committee on Social Development, the committee that considered the bill, for opening comments. Mr. Thompson.

Debates of , 18th Assembly, 3rd Session (day 88)

Question has been called. All those in favour? All those opposed? The motion is carried.

---Carried

To the next motion. Mr. Thompson.

Debates of , 18th Assembly, 3rd Session (day 88)

Thank you, committee. We have concluded consideration of Committee Report 34-18(3), Standing Committee on Social Development Report on the Review of Bill 45, Corrections Act. Committee, do you agreed to consider Bill 45, Corrections Act?