Mr. Speaker, today I speak for the last time as a member from the Northwest Territories. When I return to the House I shall be the member from Nunavut, Canada's third territory, and the map of Canada will have been redrawn to show the new boundaries.
Last night friends enjoyed a small preview of what the festivities will be like throughout Nunavut next Thursday, April 1. My Nunavut celebration was an evening of throat singers, country food, drum dancers, and traditional games and clothing. I thank everyone who participated in making the evening so special, and most of all for their continued support throughout the process.
I look forward to next Thursday and I know Canadians will welcome their third territory with open arms. It is a momentous occasion of which all Canadians can be proud as we begin to make footprints in new snow.