Thank you for the invitation to join you again and for this opportunity to say a few words. It is something I am always happy and honoured to do.
Greetings, also, on behalf of Premier Bob McLeod and my colleagues on the Executive Council.
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October 29, 2012
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
October 25, 2012
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
Mr. Speaker, today is National Be a Fan Day, and you will note many of the Members wearing red laces in support of Special Olympics NWT.
October 25, 2012
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
Mr. Speaker, earlier this month I had the pleasure of attending the grand opening of the new East Three School in Inuvik.
October 25, 2012
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
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October 24, 2012
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
Mr. Speaker, smoking rates in the NWT are double the national average. In 2009, 36% of NWT residents 15 and older smoked, compared to 17% nationally. Smoking contributes to chronic diseases affecting the heart and lungs, and also causes cancer.
October 24, 2012
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
Mr. Speaker, effective human resource management of the NWT public service relies on partnerships between the Department of Human Resources and other Government departments, boards, and agencies.
October 24, 2012
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
Mr. Speaker, our mining, oil and gas industries rely on modern, accessible geoscience information to make investment and land use decisions.
October 24, 2012
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
Mr. Speaker, languages are about identity – who we are and how we understand and interact with each other. Promoting our languages harmonizes with a connection to cultural values, and provides a sense of identity and belonging.
October 24, 2012
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
Mr. Speaker, the 2012 forest fire season is officially over.
October 23, 2012
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
October 23, 2012