(2) As to how far the deer of the Province are in danger of extermination 

 under the existing laws ; the approximate number still remaining and where 

 found in different parts of the Province, with such suggestions of a practical 

 nature as may be thought advisable, having special regard to more effective pro- 

 tection of that animal. 



(3) Such reference to the game laws of neighboring States in the union as 

 may have a bearing upon the interests of game or fish protection in this Province- 

 It is further recommended that the Commissioners have conferred upon them 



the powers of receiving evidence under oath and summoning and compelling the 

 attendance of witnesses, as provided by the "Act Respecting Enquiries Concerning 

 Public Matters," Cap. 17, RS.O., 1887. 



It is further recommended that the Commissioners hold general meetings of 

 the Commission at such times only as may be thought useful and necessary for 

 furthering the prosecution of the enquiries, the consideration of recommendations 

 and settlement of their report; and that for the purpose of facilitating and 

 expediting their work they may be given authority to sub-divide among them- 

 selves the various branches or subjects of enquiry embraced in the scope of the 

 Commission, and to take evidence at different localities in the Province by means 

 of sub-committees aa may be found convenient and as may be approved of from 

 time to time by the Provincial Secretary ; that, in addition to the taking of 

 evidence under oath or by declarations, the Commissioners may collect information 

 in the shape of replies to letters and circulars of enquiry. 



