Thank you, Mr. Chair.
I appreciate your coming to see us here today. I know you've come some way, so it's much appreciated that you've made the effort to be here. It's obviously an important piece of legislation, and I know it's important to you, to your government, and to the people of Nunavut.
Obviously economic development is something that's key, and there are all kinds of opportunities in Nunavut. You know that as well as anyone. Certainly our government has recognized the economic potential in the north, and it's something I know you would be happy to talk about all day if I let you, I'm sure.
I would like to hear a bit from you on how, in your view, this legislation does help to foster greater economic development in the Nunavut territory. How do you see it helping to develop that, and maybe give specific examples if you have them. Obviously there is lots of potential there, particularly with natural resources, but I would love to hear your thoughts on how this legislation will help to foster that economic development.