Quyanainni, Mr. Speaker. I always start my Member’s statements by paying respect to the people who have passed away, to their families and friends, since the last sitting of this Assembly.
In the community of Tuktoyaktuk we lost Henry Nasogaluak. I’d like to give condolences to his brothers, David, William, Eli, Joe, and Bill; his sister, Sarah Anderson; and his common-law, Viasha; his young son, Henry; and his two sons, Darryl and Jason, who I grew up with back home. Henry will be sadly missed by Tuk Search and Rescue. Anything that was ever needed by the community in that sort, Henry was always there. He was one of the all-round hunters and one of the best sport hunting guides in the Territory.
I’d also like to give condolences to Mavis Chicksi and her family. Her common-law, Brian; her son, Brian Jr.; Aaron, Petra Lisa Alikamik, and to their family.
I’d also like to pay respects to Angus Kikoak; his mother, Susie; his brother, Steven; his sisters, Brenda, Caroline, Lena, and Violet.
I’d like to pay respects to Andrew Gruben, grandson of Eddie Gruben, who will be sadly missed. Condolences to his mother, Louisa Gruben; his father, Peter Louie; brothers, Peter and Matthew; sisters, Kristena, Liz and Effie. Condolences to you guys back home. It was a tough three months.
In the community of Ulukhaktok three well-respected elders -- Jimmy Memogana, Margaret Egotak, and Harry, her husband -- passed away this past winter. They’ll all sadly be missed. Our communities are small, very tight-knit communities, where everyone knows everyone.
The communities of Ulukhaktok and Tuk are very small, close-knit. The loss of one person impacts us deeply.
I, lastly, wish to give my condolences to the people of the Northwest Territories who lost loved ones in the past few months. Our prayers are with you all and your families.
Thank you, Mr. Jacobson. The honourable Member for Nahendeh, Mr. Menicoche.
