Merci, Monsieur le president. Mr. Speaker, it's Small Business Week, a time when we take a moment to appreciate the efforts of our entrepreneurs and growing economy and creating jobs and providing solutions to many Northern challenges. Can't imagine talking any further about business without talking about my riding of Kam Lake.
Mr. Speaker, often when we think of Kam Lake it's about big lots, industrial aesthetic and the sound of sled dogs. These are just a few examples of what Northerners would say if asked that question, but if you delve deeper you will find the heart of Yellowknife's entrepreneurial spirit. For over 40 years Kam Lake has been the commercial hub of our capital and home to some of the North's most successful businesses. Sometimes these entrepreneurs start out in a Quonset hut or a gravel pit, but through hard work and determination they evolve into a multimillion dollar business employing dozens of Northerners.
Since its humble beginnings and continuing into the present day, small businesses have found a home in Kam Lake from Starvin Marvin Bistro food truck serving quality meals to Paul Bros. Nextreme providing steel and services throughout the North. The variety of small businesses is incomparable to anywhere in the NWT.
At the recent Yellowknife Chamber of Commerce 70th Awards Business Gala the businesses of Kam Lake were well-represented. Ron's Auto, Weatherby Trucking, Best Movers and Basset Petroleum were all nominated for awards celebrating the dedication and hard work of these great entrepreneurs. It's wonderful to see the Yellowknife Chamber celebrate the success of our business community, and I want to commend them for keeping these awards going for 70 years and for their tireless efforts at advocating for our businesses, small and large.
I'm proud to serve and represent a constituency brimming with so many entrepreneurs and potential for growth and opportunity. These are individuals and businesses that are the backbone of our economy how are not just serving the North, they are committed to it, and I am committed to assuring their voices are heard in this House and by this government.
Mr. Speaker, again, I would like to thank all Northern entrepreneurs and I wish them well and continued success over the years to come. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
Masi. Members’ statements. Member for Nahendeh.
