I think the dialogue around all of that is definitely a part of my mandate. Of course we do have the various departments within the Government of Canada that are tasked with pursuing those opportunities and engaging with territorial governments, indigenous rights holders and the business sector to be able to make that a reality.
I very much anticipate that the dialogue will also come to me, and I think it's important to remember that our communities have identified for quite some time where the infrastructure gaps exist within their communities and what that means for their ability to pursue the diversification of their own economies. At the same time, I would note that these communities have also identified possible future projects that would help boost...and whether that be in the realm of exploration for critical minerals or engagement with the private sector for large investments, those conversations are very real, and they have been happening for some time. That's really enabled our northern Arctic communities to come to the Government of Canada with their priorities, whether it is in a pre-budget submission or regular dialogues that they're afforded to have.
