MINUTES OF PROCEEDINGS
MONDAY, OCTOBER 28, 1996
(Meeting No. 33)
(Meeting No. 33)
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The Standing Committee on Natural Resources met at 8:31 o'clock a.m. this day, in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, (Explorer Hotel), Réginald Bélair, presiding.
Members of the Committee present: Dave Chatters, Marlene Cowling, Benoît Serré and Bob Wood.
Acting Member present: Gérard Asselin for René Canuel.
In attendance: From the Research Branch of the Library of Parliament: Peter Berg, Research Officer.
Witnesses: From the Inuvialuit Community Economic Development Corporation: Patrick Schmidt, Manager. From the Government of N.W.T.: Gary Singer, Director, Strategic Planning. From the N.W.T. Chamber of Commerce: Bob Brooks, Executive Director. From the N.W.T. Co-operative Business Development Fund: Greg O'Neill, Operations Manager. From the N.W.T. Association of Municipalities: Mayor Denis Bevington, President. From the N.W.T. Chamber of Mines: Mike Vaydik, General Manager. From the N.W.T. Development Corporation: Doug Anguish, Director of Marketing. From Gwich'in Renewable Resource Board: Peter Clarkson, Executive Director. From the Yellowknife Chamber of Commerce: Gabrielle Decorby, President; Daniel Adam, Chairman, Business Development Committee; Steven Richards, Past President. From the N.W.T. Arctic Tourism Association: Charles Furlong, President; Arlene Carmichael, Director; Eric Yaxley, Director. From the Denendeh Development Corporation: Margaret Gorman, General Manager. From the Canadian Arctic Resources Committee: Kevin O'Reilly, Research Director.
In accordance with its mandate under Standing Order 108(2), a study on natural resources and rural development (See Minutes of Proceedings and Evidence, dated Tuesday May 7, 1996, Issue No. 1).
The witnesses made opening statements and answered questions.
At 12:00 o'clock noon, the sitting was suspended.
At 1:04 o'clock p.m., the sitting resumed.
At 3:24 o'clock p.m., the Committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 29, 1996
(Meeting No. 34)
(Meeting No. 34)
The Standing Committee on Natural Resources met at 9:05 o'clock a.m. this day, in Fort McMurray, Alberta, (Sawridge Hotel), the Chairman, Andy Mitchell, presiding.
Members of the Committee present: Réginald Bélair, Dave Chatters, Marlene Cowling, Benoît Serré and Bob Wood.
Acting Member present: Gérard Asselin for René Canuel.
In attendance: From the Research Branch of the Library of Parliament: Peter Berg, Research Officer.
Witnesses: From Syncrude: Philip Lechambre, Chief Financial Officer, Vice-President, Business and Corporate Affairs. From Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo: Mayor Guy Boutilier; Jim Carberry, Deputy Mayor. From Suncor: Terrance J. Bachynski, Director, Project Approvals. From Mikisew Cree First Nation: Lawrence Courtoreille. From Fort McMurray Chamber of Commerce: Carolyn Baikie, Executive Director; Katy Wood, President; Tim Walsh, Director. From the University of Alberta: Edward J. Chambers, Western Centre for Economic Research. From Agriculture, Food and Rural Development (Alberta): Keith Price, Head, Rural Initiatives Branch.
In accordance with its mandate under Standing Order 108(2), a study on natural resources and rural development (See Minutes of Proceedings and Evidence, dated Tuesday, May 7, 1996, Issue No. 1).
The witnesses made opening statements and answered questions.
At 10:40 o'clock a.m., the sitting was suspended.
At 10:46 o'clock a.m., the sitting resumed.
At 12:58 o'clock p.m., the Committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 30, 1996
(Meeting No. 35)
(Meeting No. 35)
The Standing Committee on Natural Resources met at 9:06 o'clock a.m. this day, in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, (Prince Albert Inn), the Chairman, Andy Mitchell, presiding.
Members of the Committee present: Réginald Bélair, Dave Chatters, Marlene Cowling, Benoît Serré and Bob Wood.
Acting Member present: Gérard Asselin for René Canuel.
In attendance: From the Research Branch of the Library of Parliament: Peter Berg, Research Officer.
Witnesses: From the Prince Albert Chamber of Commerce: John Mitchell, Chair, Natural Resources Committee. From the Saskatchewan Labour Force Development Board: Roman Orynik, Business Reference Group Representative; Conrad Pura, Labour Representative. From Saskatchewan Wheat Pool: Neil Ketilson, Coordinator, Responsible Stewardship Program. From the Prince Albert Development Corporation: Trevor Ives, General Manager. From the Saskatchewan Council for Community Development: Linda Pipke, Executive Director; Mick Ozeroff, Chairperson; Joan Corneil, Executive; Louis Hradecki, Executive. From Weyerhaeuser Canada Limited: Steve Smith, Vice President and Manager of Timberlands. From the Saskatchewan Women's Agricultural Network: Noreen Johns, Executive Director. From the Kitsaki Development Corporation: David McIlmoyl, General Manager.
In accordance with its mandate under Standing Order 108(2), a study on natural resources and rural development (See Minutes of Proceedings and Evidence, dated Tuesday, May 7, 1996, Issue No. 1).
The witnesses made opening statements and answered questions.
At 1:02 o'clock p.m., the sitting was suspended.
At 1:50 o'clock p.m., the sitting resumed.
At 3:14 o'clock p.m., the Committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31, 1996
(Meeting No. 36)
(Meeting No. 36)
The Standing Committee on Natural Resources met at 8:35 o'clock a.m. this day, in Swan River, Manitoba, (Westwood Inn), the Chairman, Andy Mitchell, presiding.
Members of the Committee present: Réginald Bélair, Dave Chatters, Marlene Cowling, Benoît Serré and Bob Wood.
Acting Member present: Gérard Asselin for René Canuel.
In attendance: From the Research Branch of the Library of Parliament: Peter Berg, Research Officer.
Witnesses: From Manitoba Women's Institute: Barbara Steinwandt, President. From Russell Group: Ron Clement; Rob Bruce-Barron. From Keewatin Community College: Jeff Stepaniuk, Instructor, Natural Resources Management Program. From Forest Capital of Canada: Bernice Palaniuk, Committee Chair; Nick Walker, President, Spruce Products Ltd. From Gateway North: Darryl Balasko, Executive Associate. From Assiniboine Community College, Brandon: Donna Campbell, Marketing Coordinator, Rural Development Program. From LakeView Investments: Danny Chartrand, Business Manager. From Keystone Agriculture Producers: Don Dewar, 2nd Vice-President.
In accordance with its mandate under Standing Order 108(2), a study on natural resources and rural development (See Minutes of Proceedings and Evidence, dated Tuesday, May 7, 1996, Issue No. 1).
The witnesses made opening statements and answered questions.
At 9:20 o'clock a.m., the sitting was suspended.
At 9:35 o'clock a.m., the sitting resumed
At 10:32 o'clock a.m., the sitting was suspended.
At 10:43 o'clock a.m., the sitting resumed.
At 1:54 o'clock p.m., the Committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 1996
(Meeting No. 37)
(Meeting No. 37)
The Standing Committee on Natural Resources met at 9:00 o'clock a.m. this day, in Huntsville, Ontario, (Algonquin Banquet Center), the Chairman, Andy Mitchell, presiding.
Members of the Committee present: Marlene Cowling, Benoît Serré and Bob Wood.
Acting Member present: Gérard Asselin for René Canuel.
In attendance: From the Research Branch of the Library of Parliament: Peter Berg, Research Officer.
Witnesses: From Parry Sound Area Business Development Corporation: Bill Spinney, Economic Development Officer; Tim West, Chairman. From Almaguin 2000 Economic Development Agency: A.R. Fedeli, Officer. From Community Business Development Corporation: Sylvia Purdon; Hugh Fairfield, Chairman; Don Forsyth, General Manager. From Muskoka Tourism: Randy Clark, Marketing Manager. From District Municipality of Muskoka: Gord Adams, District Chair. From Muskoka Heritage Foundation: Don Gordon, Executive Director. From Huntsville Pioneer Village: John Finley, General Manager. From Federal Economic Development Initiative in Northern Ontario (FedNor): Louise Paquette. From Panolam Industries: Greg Smith, Vice-President, General Manager. From Tembec Forest Products: Kenton Martin, Vice-President and General Manager. From Bell Canada: Ray Lacroix, Deputy Director, Government Relations. From Steamship and Historical Society: Russ Brown, General Manager.
In accordance with its mandate under Standing Order 108(2), a study on natural resources and rural development (See Minutes of Proceedings and Evidence, dated Tuesday, May 7, 1996, Issue No. 1).
The witnesses made opening statements and answered questions.
At 11:55 o'clock a.m., the sitting was suspended.
At 1:16 o'clock p.m., the sitting resumed.
At 4:20 o'clock p.m., the Committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 1996
(Meeting No. 38)
(Meeting No. 38)
The Standing Committee on Natural Resources met at 9:30 o'clock a.m. this day, in Amos, Quebec, (Amosphere Hotel), the Chairman, Andy Mitchell, presiding.
Members of the Committee present: Marlene Cowling, Bernard Deshaies, Julian Reed and Bob Ringma.
In attendance: From the Research Branch of the Library of Parliament: Jean-Luc Bourdages, Research Officer.
Witnesses: From ``l'Union des producteurs agricoles'': Rosaire Mongrain, Chair. From the ``Conseil de bande Abitibiwinni'': Harry McDougall, Band Chief. From the ``Solidarité rurale'': François Lemieux, Chair. From the Prospectors Association of Quebec: Gratien Gélinas, Director General. From the ``Association forestière de l'Abitibi-Témiscamingue'': Normand Talbot, President. From the Chamber of commerce of Val-d'Or: Nicole Brien, Director General; Daniel Deschambault, President. From the Regional Tourist Association: Louis Laliberté, Director General. From the Regional Development Council of Abitibi-Témiscamingue: André Brunet, Chairman of the Board. From the Chamber of Commerce of Amos: Patrice Maltais, Chair. From the Municipality of Sullivan: Lucie Blais, Councillor.
In accordance with its mandate under Standing Order 108(2), a study on natural resources and rural development (See Minutes of Proceedings and Evidence, dated Tuesday, May 7, 1996, Issue No. 1).
The witnesses made opening statements and answered questions.
At 12:00 o'clock noon, the sitting was suspended.
At 1:34 o'clock p.m., the sitting resumed.
At 4:45 o'clock p.m., the Committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 1996
(Meeting No. 39)
(Meeting No. 39)
The Standing Committee on Natural Resources met at 9:03 o'clock a.m. this day, in Edmunston, New-Brunswick, (Howard Johnson Hotel), the Chairman, Andy Mitchell, presiding.
Members of the Committee present: Marlene Cowling, Bernard Deshaies, Julian Reed and Bob Ringma.
Other Member present: Pierrette Ringuette-Maltais.
In attendance: From the Research Branch of the Library of Parliament: Jean-Luc Bourdages, Research Officer.
Witnesses: From Madawaska Forests Products Marketing Board: Claude Pelletier, Director General. From Mount Allison University: John Higham, Director. From New Brunswick Economic Council: Joanne Losier, Executive Director; Anne Bertrand, President. From Northwest Industrial Commission: Réno Pelletier, Director General. From the ``Comité de la Grappe industrielle'': Gérald Clavette, President. From Atlantic Provinces Chamber of Commerce: Steven Eagles, Chair.
In accordance with its mandate under Standing Order 108(2), a study on natural resources and rural development (See Minutes of Proceedings and Evidence, dated Tuesday, May 7, 1996, Issue No. 1).
The witnesses made opening statements and answered questions.
At 12:45 o'clock p.m., the Committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 1996
(Meeting No. 40)
(Meeting No. 40)
The Standing Committee on Natural Resources met at 9:30 o'clock a.m. this day, in Sydney, Nova Scotia, (Delta Sydney Hotel), the Chairman, Andy Mitchell, presiding.
Members of the Committee present: Marlene Cowling, Bernard Deshaies, Julian Reed and Bob Ringma.
In attendance: From the Research Branch of the Library of Parliament: Jean-Luc Bourdages, Research Officer.
Witnesses: From Cape Breton Board of Trade: Robert Sampson, President. From Strait Highlands Regional Development Authority: René Aucoin, Economic Development Officer; Francis Gillies, Natural Resources Development. From United Mine Workers of America: Steven Drake, President. From Inverness and Victoria County Federation of Agriculture: Fraser Hunter, Director. From Guysborough County Regional Development Authority: Gordon MacDonald, Executive Director. From New Dawn Enterprises: Rankin MacSween, President; Lisa Jacobs, Researcher; Ora McManus, Manager, Special Projects. From the University College of Cape Breton: Dr. Mike Gurstein, Professor. From BCA Holdings: Dr. Greg MacLeod, Chairman of the Board.
In accordance with its mandate under Standing Order 108(2), a study on natural resources and rural development (See Minutes of Proceedings and Evidence, dated Tuesday, May 7, 1996, Issue No. 1).
The witnesses made opening statements and answered questions.
It was agreed,--That, the Committee assume the cost of a working lunch.
At 2:10 o'clock p.m., the sitting was suspended.
At 2:15 o'clock p.m., the sitting resumed.
At 4:02 o'clock p.m., the Committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 1996
(Meeting No. 41)
(Meeting No. 41)
The Standing Committee on Natural Resources met at 9:02 o'clock a.m. this day, in Goose Bay, Newfoundland, (Labrador Inn), the Chairman, Andy Mitchell, presiding.
Members of the Committee present: Marlene Cowling, Bernard Deshaies, Julian Reed and Bob Ringma.
Other Member present: Laurence O'Brien.
In attendance: From the Research Branch of the Library of Parliament: Jean-Luc Bourdages, Research Officer.
Witnesses: From Happy Valley-Goose Bay: Harry Baikie, Mayor. From the Labrador Inuit Development Association: Fred Hall, Managing Director. From Hopedale Community Council: Ches Piercy, Councillor; Diane Flowers, Councillor. From the Labrador North Chamber of Commerce: John Fleet, President. From the Southeastern Aurora Development Association: Byron Rumbolt, Youth Director. From the Citizens Committee for Improved Health Care: Mike Barnes, Chairperson. From Combined Councils of Labrador: Judy O'Dell, Vice-Chairperson, Central Region Labrador; Joe Roberts, Chair; Al Thoms, Vice-Chair. From the Economic Development Corporation: John Hickey, Director. From the Combined Councils of Rigolet: Charlotte Wolfrey, Town Manager; Richard Rich, Mayor. From the Town of Cartwright: Jessie Bird, Deputy Mayor; Allen Dyson, Councillor. From the Metis Association of Labrador: Carter Russell, Representative.
In accordance with its mandate under Standing Order 108(2), a study on natural resources and rural development (See Minutes of Proceedings and Evidence, dated Tuesday, May 7, 1996, Issue No. 1).
The witnesses made opening statements and answered questions.
At 2:47 o'clock p.m., the Committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 1996
(Meeting No. 42)
(Meeting No. 42)
The Standing Committee on Natural Resources met at 11:10 o'clock a.m. this day, in Room 269, West Block, the Chairman, Andy Mitchell, presiding.
Members of the Committee present: Réginald Bélair, René Canuel, Dave Chatters, Marlene Cowling, Bernard Deshaies, Julian Reed and Roseanne Skoke.
In attendance: From the Research Branch of the Library of Parliament: Peter Berg and Jean-Luc Bourdages, Research Officers.
Witnesses: From the Farm Credit Corporation: Max Pierce, Executive Vice-President and Chief Economist; John van Abbema, Vice-President, Eastern Region. From Inco Limited: David Allen, Vice-President, Public and Government Affairs.
In accordance with its mandate under Standing Order 108(2), a study on natural resources and rural development (See Minutes of Proceedings and Evidence, dated Tuesday, May 7, 1996, Issue No. 1).
The witnesses made opening statements and answered questions.
At 12:40 o'clock p.m., the Committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 1996
(Meeting No. 43)
(Meeting No. 43)
The Standing Committee on Natural Resources met at 11:04 o'clock a.m. this day, in Room 371, West Block, the Chairman, Andy Mitchell, presiding.
Members of the Committee present: Réginald Bélair, Marlene Cowling, Bernard Deshaies, Julian Reed and Darrel Stinson.
Acting Members present: Murray Calder for Bob Wood; Wayne Easter for David Iftody.
In attendance: From the Research Branch of the Library of Parliament: Peter Berg and Luc Bourdages, Research Officers.
Witnesses: From Industry Canada, Entrepreneurship and Small Business Office: Peter Sagar, Director General; Peter Webber, Team Leader; Dean Knudson, Policy Advisor. From the Canadian Chicken Marketing Agency: Lloyd Sandercock, Chairman; John Maaskant, 1st Vice-Chairman; André Gravel, 2nd Vice-Chairman; Cynthia Currie, General Manager.
In accordance with its mandate under Standing Order 108(2), a study on natural resources and rural development. (See Minutes of Proceedings and Evidence, dated Tuesday, May 7, 1996, Issue No. 1).
Peter Sagar made an opening statement and with Peter Webber answered questions.
Lloyd Sandercock, John Maaskant and André Gravel made opening statements and answered questions.
At 1:00 o'clock p.m., the Committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 1996
(Meeting No. 44)
(Meeting No. 44)
The Standing Committee on Natural Resources met at 11:06 o'clock a.m. this day, in Room 705, La Promenade, the Chairman, Andy Mitchell, presiding.
Members of the Committee present: Réginald Bélair, Bernard Deshaies, Julian Reed, Bob Ringma, Benoît Serré and Bob Wood.
Acting Member present: Geoff Reagan for Marlene Cowling.
In attendance: From the Research Branch of the Library of Parliament: Peter Berg and Jean-Luc Bourdages, Research Officers.
Witnesses: From the Mattawa and Area Forestry Committee: Michael G. Brophy, Chair; Wilston (Bill) Steer, Educator and environmentalist, Nipissing Board of Education; Carmen Demarco, Consultant. From the British Columbia Shellfish Growers Association: Ruth Salmon, Executive Director. From the B.C. Salmon Farmers Association: Marcel Gijssin, Representative.
In accordance with its mandate under Standing Order 108(2), a study on natural resources and rural development (See Minutes of Proceedings and Evidence, dated Tuesday, May 7, 1996, Issue No. 1).
Michael Brophy, Ruth Salmon and Marcel Gijssin made opening statements and, with the other witnesses, answered questions.
At 12:33 o'clock p.m., the Committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 1996
(Meeting No. 45)
(Meeting No. 45)
The Standing Committee on Natural Resources met at 3:35 o'clock p.m. this day, in Room 705, La Promenade, the Chairman, Andy Mitchell, presiding.
Members of the Committee present: Réginald Bélair, Dave Chatters, Marlene Cowling, Bernard Deshaies, Julian Reed, Benoît Serré and Bob Wood.
In attendance: From the Research Branch of the Library of Parliament: Peter Berg and Jean-Luc Bourdages, Research Officers.
Witnesses: From the Canadian Co-operative Association: Linden Hillier, Executive Director; Mary Pat MacKinnon, Director, Policy.
In accordance with its mandate under Standing Order 108(2), a study on natural resources and rural development (See Minutes of Proceedings and Evidence, dated Tuesday, May 7, 1996, Issue No. 1).
Linden Hillier made an opening statement and with the other witness answered questions.
At 4:24 o'clock p.m., the Committee proceeded to discuss its future business in camera.
At 4:29 o'clock p.m., the Committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 1996
(Meeting No. 46)
(Meeting No. 46)
The Standing Committee on Natural Resources met at 11:55 o'clock a.m. this day, in Room 705, La Promenade, the Chairman, Andy Mitchell, presiding.
Members of the Committee present: Réginald Bélair, René Canuel, Marlene Cowling, Julian Reed, Bob Ringma and Benoît Serré.
In attendance: From the Research Branch of the Library of Parliament: Peter Berg and Jean-Luc Bourdages, Research Officers.
Witnesses: From Industry Canada: For Tourism: Francine Boivin, Vice-President, Industry Competitiveness; For Telecommunications Infrastructure: Richard Simpson, Executive Director, Information Highway Advisory Council; Len St. Aubin, Acting Director, Business and Regulatory Analysis; For Community Access Program: Wayne Tosh, Director, Science Promotion and Academic Affairs.
In accordance with its mandate under Standing Order 108(2), a study on natural resources and rural development (See Minutes of Proceedings and Evidence, dated Tuesday, May 7, 1996, Issue No. 1).
The witnesses made opening statements and answered questions.
At 1:25 o'clock p.m., the Committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 1996
(Meeting No. 47)
(Meeting No. 47)
The Standing Committee on Natural Resources met at 11:05 o'clock a.m. this day, in Room 371, West Block, the Chairman, Andy Mitchell, presiding.
Members of the Committee present: Réginald Bélair, Marlene Cowling, Bernard Deshaies, David Iftody, Julian Reed, Benoît Serré, Darrel Stinson and Peter Thalheimer.
In attendance: From the Research Branch of the Library of Parliament: Peter Berg and Jean-Luc Bourdages, Research Officers.
Witnesses: From the Department of Transport: André Pageot, Director General, Marine Policy; Brian E. Hicks, Senior Policy Advisor, Highway Engineering and Environment, Highway Policy and Programs; J.E. (Jed) Cochrane, Chief, Rail freight, Rail Policy and Program Branch; Brian Fogarty, Chief, Divestiture Secretariat. From the Department of Indian Affairs and Northern Development: Paul Cuillerier, Acting Director General, Lands and Environment Branch, Lands and Trust Services; Peter Wyse, Senior Project Manager, Environment and Natural Resources Directorate.
In accordance with its mandate under Standing Order 108(2), a study on natural resources and rural development (See Minutes of Proceedings and Evidence, dated Tuesday, May 7, 1996, Issue No. 1).
André Pageot and Paul Cuillerier made opening statements and with the other witnesses, answered questions.
At 12:30 o'clock p.m., the Committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 4, 1996
(Meeting No. 48)
(Meeting No. 48)
The Standing Committee on Natural Resources met at 3:24 o'clock p.m. this day, in Room 269, West Block, the Vice-Chairman, Peter Thalheimer, presiding.
Members of the Committee present: Réginald Bélair, Dave Chatters, Marlene Cowling, Bernard Deshaies, David Iftody, Benoît Serré and Bob Wood.
In attendance: From the Research Branch of the Library of Parliament: Peter Berg and Jean-Luc Bourdages, Research Officers.
Witnesses: From the Canadian Federation of Independent Business: Garth Whyte, Vice-President, National Affairs and Research; Pierre Cléroux, Vice-President, Quebec; Peter O'Brien, Executive Director, Atlantic Canada; Dan Kelly, Director, Provincial Affairs, Manitoba.
In accordance with its mandate under Standing Order 108(2), a study on natural resources and rural development (See Minutes of Proceedings and Evidence, dated Tuesday, May 7, 1996, Issue No. 1).
The witnesses made opening statements and answered questions.
At 4:10 o'clock p.m., the Committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 5, 1996
(Meeting No. 49)
(Meeting No. 49)
The Standing Committee on Natural Resources met at 11:00 o'clock a.m. this day, in Room 237-C, Centre Block, the Chairman, Andy Mitchell, presiding.
Members of the Committee present: Réginald Bélair, Marlene Cowling, Bernard Deshaies, Julian Reed, Bob Ringma, Benoît Serré, Peter Thalheimer and Bob Wood.
In attendance: From the Research Branch of the Library of Parliament: Peter Berg and Jean-Luc Bourdages, Research Officers.
Witnesses: From Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agencies: Peter Estey, Vice-President, Programs and Development. From the Western Economic Diversification Office: Maryantonett Flumian, Senior Assistant Deputy Minister. From the Federal Office of Regional Development (Quebec): François Gauthier, Acting Assistant Deputy Minister, Strategy and Liaison.
In accordance with its mandate under Standing Order 108(2), a study on natural resources and rural development (See Minutes of Proceedings and Evidence, dated Tuesday, May 7, 1996, Issue No. 1)
The witnesses made opening statements and answered questions.
At 12:10 o'clock p.m., the sitting was suspended.
At 12:50 o'clock p.m., the sitting resumed.
At 1:29 o'clock p.m., the Committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
Roger Préfontaine
Clerk of the Committee