It is definitely an area of heightened interest in our northern and Arctic communities with respect to new opportunities that are being pursued and what that means for the northern Arctic communities.
One of the strengths that we do have in the territories in particular is the regulatory regime that exists and has come about as a result of the ratification of modern treaties with various groups. Those are the mechanisms that are protected rights. These are mechanisms that have to be adhered to. Ensuring there are assurances that these mechanisms will not be skirted and will indeed continue is going to be quite critical, as will be ensuring that indigenous northern communities have a strong understanding of where their opportunities lie because of these major investments that are coming forward.
Nation-building opportunities should also include opportunities for our businesses that exist in northern Arctic communities as well.
Thank you.
