Mr. Speaker, the anthrax outbreak this summer in the Mackenzie Bison Range was the largest we have experienced in Northern Canada.
At least one-third of the Mackenzie wood bison herd was lost and included bulls, cows and calves.
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October 31, 2012
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
October 30, 2012
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
Mr. Speaker, the Department of Education, Culture and Employment continues improving its programming to ensure adult learners have the tools they require for fulfilled, prosperous lives.
October 29, 2012
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
Mr. Speaker, on Friday, the Town of Hay River celebrated the opening of a new, federally certified egg-grading station for the Northwest Territories.
October 29, 2012
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
Mr. Speaker, this is a significant day for the Northwest Territories.
October 29, 2012
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
Congratulations to you all and thank you for the invitation to join you today. It is a pleasure to be here in Hay River and to have a role in this event.
October 29, 2012
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
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.
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.