Motor Vehicles Act, Education Act, Health and Social Services — 11 June 2001 (14th Assembly, 4th Session, pp. 113–151)
2001-06-11, 14th Assembly 4th Session, pp. 113–151
Northwest Territories — Debates (Hansard)
Debates of June 11th, 2001
This is page numbers 113 - 151 of the Hansard for the 14th Assembly, 4th Session. The original version can be accessed on the Legislative Assembly's website or by contacting the Legislative Assembly Library.
The word of the day was chairman .
Topics
Members Present
Item 1: Prayer
Minister Absent From The House
Federal/provincial/territorial Ministers Of Aboriginal Affairs And Aboriginal Leaders Process
Canadian Foster Family Symposium - Fostering Our Future
Development Of New Impaired Driving Initiatives
Birthday Greetings To Speaker Whitford
NWT Literacy Council Story Sack Display And Bishop Sperry's Book Release
Community Fire Protection Plans
Fort Smith Community Events
Poor Condition Of Highway No. 2
Recognition Of The Contributions Of Jim Martin
Pressures Exerted Upon Front-line Social Service Workers
Non-insured Health Benefits Program
Regional Reorganization
Midwifery Legislation
Wrigley Students Serving As Legislative Assembly Pages
Tribute To Inuvik Trapper Ernie Moore
Item 5: Recognition Of Visitors In The Gallery
Medical Care For Income Support Clients
Public Input On The Cuff Report
Community Fire Protection Plans
Highway No. 2 Maintenance
Operational Change At Stanton Hospital
Non-insured Health Benefits Update
Adequate Resources For Front-line Workers
Regional Reorganization Initiative
Midwifery Legislation
GNWT Staff Retention Policy
Cuff Report On Health And Social Services
Deferral Of Mackenzie Delta Projects
Health And Social Services System Review
Notification Of Project Deferral
Written Question 3-14(4): Fuel Rebate Program
Written Question 4-14(4): Funding For Non-government Organizations
Return To Written Question 1-14(4): Fuel Rebate Program
Petition 2-14(4): Amendment To The Northwest Territories Liquor Act And Regulations
Bill 1,
An Act To Amend The Northwest Territories Business Credit Corporation Act
Tabled Document 11-14(4): Strengthening Aboriginal Participation In The Economy
Tabled Document 12-14(4): Annual Report Of The Languages Commissioner, Fiscal Year 1999-2000
Bill 6: National Aboriginal Day Act
Bill 7: Powers Of Attorney Act
Bill 8:
An Act To Amend The Motor Vehicles Act
Bill 9: Commercial Vehicle Trip Permit Act
Bill 10: Public Highway Improvement Fund Act
Bill 11: Architect's Act
Appointment Of Sole Adjudicators (carried)
Affordable Access To Energy (carried)
Amendments To The Rules Of The Legislative Assembly To Facilitate Referral Of Statutory Reports (carried)
Bill 4: Supplementary Appropriation Act, No. 1, 2001-2002
Bill 4: Supplementary Appropriation Act No. 1, 2001-2002
Bill 5:
An Act To Amend The Education Act
Item 19: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
Item 20: Report Of Committee Of The Whole
Tabled Document 13-14(4): Page C-13 Of News/north, Monday, June 11, 2001
Item 22: Orders Of The Day
Members Present
Honourable Roger Allen , Honourable Jim Antoine , Mr. Bell , Mr. Braden , Mr. Delorey , Mr. Dent , Honourable Jane Groenewegen , Honourable Joe Handley , Mr. Krutko , Mr. Lafferty , Honourable Stephen Kakfwi , Mr. McLeod , Mr. Miltenberger , Mr. Nitah , Mr. Roland , Honourable Vince Steen , Honourable Tony Whitford .
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Item 1: Prayer
Item 1: Prayer
Page 113
The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Thank you, Mr. Handley . Please be seated. Item 2, Ministers' statements. The honourable Premier , Mr. Kakfwi .
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Minister's Statement 15-14(4): Minister Absent From The House
Item 2: Ministers' Statements
Page 113
Stephen Kakfwi
Sahtu
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I wish to advise Members that the Honourable Jake Ootes will be absent from the House today to attend a meeting with the Honourable Jane Stewart in Ottawa. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
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Minister's Statement 15-14(4): Minister Absent From The House
Item 2: Ministers' Statements
Page 113
The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Thank you, Mr. Kakfwi . Item 2, Ministers' statements. The honourable Minister responsible for Aboriginal Affairs , Minister Antoine .
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Minister's Statement 16-14(4): Federal/provincial/territorial Ministers Of Aboriginal Affairs And Aboriginal Leaders Process
Item 2: Ministers' Statements
Page 113
Jim Antoine
Nahendeh
Mahsi, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, during our last session, on the occasion of a visit by Dwight Dorey, President of the Congress of Aboriginal Peoples, I made a statement about this government's work with the national aboriginal organizations.
In that statement I outlined how we have participated with the other territories, the provinces, the federal government and the national aboriginal organizations to establish an ongoing process for regular meetings of Ministers and aboriginal leaders, and to cooperatively undertake practical initiatives.
Mr. Speaker, I also committed that I would update the Members of this House and the public after I had met again with my colleagues. It is my pleasure to do so today.
The latest meeting of the federal, provincial and territorial Ministers of Aboriginal Affairs with the leaders of the five national aboriginal organizations occurred on May 10th and 11th in Winnipeg.
At the meeting, we reviewed and endorsed a report entitled Strengthening Aboriginal Participation in the Economy. The report outlines the barriers and challenges to aboriginal involvement in the economy. It reviews the opportunities for federal, provincial and territorial governments, as well as those for aboriginal communities, institutions and governments; and it focuses on the need for engaging the private sector. The report
speaks to the importance of natural resource development to aboriginal participation in the economy.
Mr. Speaker, later today it will be my pleasure to table this report in the House. The next steps for this report will be the development of a communication plan, as well as an implementation plan to select and act on options we identified for immediate initiatives. For instance, we will now consider presenting the report to other multilateral and multi-sectoral national forums, such as meetings of federal, provincial and territorial Ministers responsible for other portfolios. We will also look at ways to engage the private sector through conferences with business leaders and by examining options for recognizing and celebrating aboriginal entrepreneurial accomplishments.
I am also pleased to report, Mr. Speaker, that during our Winnipeg meeting, in addition to dealing with the report, Ministers and leaders committed to a National Aboriginal Youth Conference to be held in Edmonton from October 26th to 28th. The conference represents the priority and importance we as Ministers and leaders wish to put on aboriginal youth issues. The conference is our opportunity to receive direct input from young aboriginal people into our work -- particularly the National Aboriginal Youth Strategy we endorsed in 1999 and upon which I have reported previously to this House.
Mr. Speaker, Government of the Northwest Territories involvement with the other jurisdictions and the aboriginal organizations in this multilateral, collaborative process is an important aspect of playing our role on the national political stage. Primarily, however, it represents our continuing commitment to help others bring national awareness to aboriginal issues. I believe that NWT people have much to offer our brothers and sisters throughout this country, and I look forward to keeping the Members and the public apprised of our activities. Mahsi, Mr. Speaker.
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Minister's Statement 16-14(4): Federal/provincial/territorial Ministers Of Aboriginal Affairs And Aboriginal Leaders Process
Item 2: Ministers' Statements
Page 113
The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Mahsi, Minister Antoine . Item 2, Ministers' statements. The honourable Minister responsible for the Department of Health and Social Services, Mrs. Groenewegen .
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Minister's Statement 17-14(4): Canadian Foster Family Symposium - Fostering Our Future
Item 2: Ministers' Statements
Page 113
Jane Groenewegen
Hay River South
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. In Towards A Better Tomorrow, we state that in order to support our overall vision, we will make "self-reliant individuals, families and communities working with governments towards improving social well-being" a priority. This means supporting caregivers and focusing on how best to meet the needs of people in our society who need assistance. We are fortunate to have a number of organizations in the NWT working in partnership with us on this.
On that note, I am pleased to advise that the Yellowknife Foster Family Association hosted the Canadian Foster Parents Symposium 'Fostering Our Future' for foster parents and child welfare professionals June 1st, 2nd and 3rd. The symposium allowed delegates from across Canada to share information on best practices in fostering. The NWT had the honour of being the first northern territory to host this conference.
Mr. Speaker, the agenda was filled with learning opportunities. Information on PRIDE (which stands for Parent Resource Information Development and Education Training) was shared at this conference. The 'Looking After Children' accountability tool currently being piloted by three boards in the NWT was also discussed. As well, information on specific conditions such as FAE/FAS, ADD and other therapeutic issues was provided. Workshops on self-care, safeguarding, the need for cultural awareness and input from the client were held. As you can see, there were many learning and sharing opportunities available at this conference.
The Yellowknife Foster Family Association worked hard over the past year to organize this conference, which was attended by over 130 foster parents and professionals from across Canada, including 93 from the NWT. I would like to commend the Yellowknife Foster Family Association for their hard work and dedication to make this conference a reality, and for their 10 years of service and support to foster families in Yellowknife.
Mr. Speaker, community based foster care is the backbone that keeps children and youth safe when their family cannot provide for their needs. In the Northwest Territories, there are foster homes in most communities. Foster parents encounter many challenges, but continue each year to provide support to our children and youth in need.
Mr. Speaker, in closing, I would once again like to congratulate the Yellowknife Foster Family Association on their ten years of service, and along with all foster families in the NWT, thank them for their labour of love in caring for children.
-- Applause
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Minister's Statement 17-14(4): Canadian Foster Family Symposium - Fostering Our Future
Item 2: Ministers' Statements
Page 114
The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Thank you, Madam Minister. Item 2, Ministers' statements. The honourable Minister responsible for Transportation , Minister Steen .
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Minister's Statement 18-14(4): Development Of New Impaired Driving Initiatives
Item 2: Ministers' Statements
Page 114
Vince Steen
Nunakput
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, as Minister of Transportation , I wish to inform the Legislative Assembly that the Departments of Transportation and Justice have been working intensively on preparing new, tighter legislation to deal with impaired driving in the Northwest Territories.
New legislation is required to establish an administrative procedure that allows enforcement officers to deal promptly with people who continue to endanger the lives of others by driving motor vehicles while impaired. At the same time, the new legislation must respect the rights of an individual to fair treatment and due process under our system of justice.
Other Canadian jurisdictions have been challenged in their attempts to create an effective environment that penalizes those drivers who disregard the law and continue to drive while impaired. New legislation for the Northwest Territories must be sound and must achieve the result for which it is intended; making our roads and highways safer for everyone.
Mr. Speaker, I want to confirm with the Assembly my commitment to bringing forward tighter impaired driving legislation for its deliberation. I am equally committed to good legislation that can withstand the scrutiny of the courts. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
-- Applause
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Minister's Statement 18-14(4): Development Of New Impaired Driving Initiatives
Item 2: Ministers' Statements
Page 114
The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Thank you, Minister Steen . Item 2, Ministers' statements. Item 3, Members' statements. The honourable Member for Frame Lake , Mr. Dent .
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Birthday Greetings To Speaker Whitford
Item 3: Members' Statements
Page 114
Charles Dent
Frame Lake
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, a Member in this House is marking a special day today, a birthday. This special birthday is his 60th, making him an elder, certainly a most respected elder.
Mr. Speaker, this person was born in Fort Smith on June 11, 1941. He was raised in Fort Smith and worked on the tugboats that moved barges in and out of Fort Smith until he was 17. He travelled on one of those tugs to Yellowknife in the late 50s and decided to stay here and enrol in Sir John Franklin High School, becoming a resident of Akaitcho Hall.
After completing high school, he became a mechanic and returned to Fort Smith to work, where he met his future wife, Elaine, who was a social worker in town. I note that his wife is in the gallery with us today, Mr. Speaker. They have been married for over 30 years.
He worked as a member of the town council in Fort Smith, which was his first introduction to politics in the North. After their marriage, he and his wife moved out to Taltson River Dam, where he worked as a diesel mechanic. During this time, they had three sons, Warren, Blair and Ian, all of whom I note are in the gallery today, Mr. Speaker.
In the 1970s, he decided to return to school by attending the University of Calgary and he completed a degree in social work. I must say that his abilities in counselling are often called upon in this House. After completing his degree, he and his family moved to Yellowknife in the late 1970s. For a while, this person worked as the executive assistant to the then Commissioner John Parker.
In 1988, he was first elected to the Legislative Assembly as the Member for Yellowknife South in a by-election. Mr. Speaker, that was a particularly memorable by-election for myself, seeing as I came in a distant second. You might say this Member kicked my...
-- Laughter
He returned to office in 1991 in the 12th Assembly and served as the Minister responsible for Health and Social Services . Prior to his election as the Member for Kam Lake in 1999, he was the executive assistant to the then NWT and now Nunavut Commissioner, Helen Masagak. He was also the Sergeant-at-Arms for the Assembly for two years.
Mr. Speaker, this person has an extensive history of community work, including being a long-term member of the Rotary Club. He is particularly noted for his involvement in preparing the dog track during the days the Rotary Club was looking after the dog derby, and he has continued that work with the new organization.
He is a notary public, a marriage commissioner, and is well known as a volunteer auctioneer and fundraiser. This person is often seen attending the movies with his wife. Now that he qualifies for the seniors' discount, I am sure that we will see him on days of the week other than Tuesday.
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Birthday Greetings To Speaker Whitford
Item 3: Members' Statements
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The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Mr. Dent , the time for your Member's statement has expired.
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Birthday Greetings To Speaker Whitford
Item 3: Members' Statements
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Charles Dent
Frame Lake
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, thank goodness the Speaker cannot say nay to this request, but I seek unanimous consent to conclude my statement.
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The Speaker
Tony Whitford
The honourable Member is seeking unanimous consent to conclude his statement -- an important statement, I must admit. Are there any nays? There being no nays, Mr. Dent , you may conclude your statement.
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Birthday Greetings To Speaker Whitford
Item 3: Members' Statements
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Charles Dent
Frame Lake
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, this person was elected as Speaker of our 14th Legislative Assembly of the Northwest Territories on January 17, 2000. Mr. Speaker, his wife Elaine's birthday was yesterday, so happy birthday to Mrs. Whitford . Family and friends gathered for brunch yesterday to celebrate for both of them.
I understand, Mr. Speaker, that there is a rumour that he was anxious, this person, to receive a new vehicle, as his current one is on its last legs. Mr. Speaker, unfortunately, he did not receive any new keys yesterday, although I have heard he did receive many great gifts. Mr. Speaker, there will be a celebration at the break this afternoon, but no, Mr. Speaker, there is no point in digging through the cake, there are no keys in this one either.
Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to stand here today and, on behalf of all of the Members and staff of the Legislative Assembly, offer you happy birthday greetings.
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Item 3: Members' Statements
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The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Thank you, Mr. Dent . I do not know where you got all of that information, but it is certainly accurate. Item 3, Members' statements. The honourable Member for Great Slave , Mr. Braden .
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NWT Literacy Council Story Sack Display And Bishop Sperry's Book Release
Item 3: Members' Statements
Page 115
Bill Braden
Great Slave
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I would like to address the Assembly today on the aspect of storytelling. It is something that we in this Assembly try to do. We spin the odd tall tale, and the odd fantasy sometimes, but there are a couple of events that have recently happened that I would like to draw attention to.
As you entered the Legislative Assembly through the Great Hall, many of us would have seen one very interesting and very innovative aspect of storytelling, and this relates very much, Mr. Speaker, to our concern and belief in literacy and capacity building in the Northwest Territories.
I speak of a display set up by the Northwest Territories Literacy Council. It is called the Story Sack display. It is a hands-on reading activity that started in Great Britain and has spread around the world. Each story sack is a large cloth bag containing a good children's book, toys, puppets and other child-friendly items that parents can use to make the book come alive.
With this project, Mr. Speaker, the Literacy Council hopes that parents who have trouble reading and do not often read with their kids, can get one of these story sacks and get right into the enjoyment of discovering and reading books together with their children.
The Literacy Council has established 20 of these projects in Yellowknife and hope to spin this out more into the communities. Two generous businesses, the Yellowknife Book Cellar and Northland Utilities, have helped to make this a success.
While on the subject of storytelling, Mr. Speaker, it is with great pleasure that I recognize the 50 years of outstanding service of the Third Anglican Bishop of the Arctic, John Sperry, to the people of the Northwest Territories and the Kitikmeot region. John Sperry's book, Igloo Dwellers Were My Church, was presented to Yellowknifers this weekend at the Baker's Centre. The book was designed by Outcrop Communications, a northern company, and it chronicles his stories and outstanding photographs of the traditional life of the central Arctic Inuit from the 1950s and 1960s while he served as a missionary.
This is a first-hand perspective of someone intimately involved in the transition of Inuit lifestyles from nomadic to community life. John Sperry became so proficient in the local language that he translated the New Testament, the Book of Common Prayer, and more than 200 hymns into...
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The Speaker
Tony Whitford
The time for your Member's statement has expired, Mr. Braden .
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Bill Braden
Great Slave
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I seek unanimous consent to conclude my statement.
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Tony Whitford
Thank you, Mr. Braden . The honourable Member is seeking unanimous consent to conclude his statement. Are there any nays? There are no nays. You may conclude, Mr. Braden .
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Bill Braden
Great Slave
Thank you, Mr. Speaker, colleagues. Indeed, along with translations of the New Testament, the Book of Common Prayer, and more than 200 hymns into Inuinnaqtun, this all allowed the Inuit of the area to read and worship in their own language. He was one of the early promoters of literacy and aboriginal languages, and is indeed an excellent example for subsequent literacy projects. I congratulate Bishop Sperry on the publication of his inspiring story of Inuit life through his book, Igloo Dwellers Were My Church. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
-- Applause
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The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Thank you, Mr. Braden . Item 3, Members' statements. The honourable Member for Deh Cho , Mr. McLeod .
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Community Fire Protection Plans
Item 3: Members' Statements
Page 116
Michael McLeod
Deh Cho
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I rise in the House today to talk about the need for this government to develop action fire protection plans for the communities we represent. Fires in the Slave Lake region near Alberta illustrate the need for such a plan. If proper fireguards were in place, loss of property would have been less.
It is simple, Mr. Speaker. Fires do not burn if you remove the source of fuel. I thought the government had learned this lesson after nearly losing the community of Tulita in the 1990s, but that does not appear to be the case.
At the time, Mr. Speaker, the government prioritized some communities and provided funding to build fire breaks and clear brush. Unfortunately, Mr. Speaker, there has been no follow-up since that time. These communities were not a priority and are still waiting on government funding.
I stand to be corrected, Mr. Speaker, but myself and the people I represent are not aware of any programs that would assist a community in developing a fire protection plan. There is no funding available at the community level to implement such a plan. The Government of the Northwest Territories must provide these funds to the communities so they can develop fire protection plans.
Mr. Speaker, there are communities in the forest fire hazard areas with no fireguards or protection plans. This is not acceptable. With all the money that this government spends on developing infrastructure in the communities, would it not make sense, Mr. Speaker, to spend a little bit of money to protect our schools, our recreation facilities in our communities?
We have been lucky so far. Forest fires have threatened communities and people have been evacuated. Other than that, there has been little lost due to forest fires in recent memory. I want this to remain a fact.
Mr. Speaker, I have many questions. Will it take a major catastrophe for this government to act? Will the government spend money now to protect our residents' future? These are the questions I intend to ask the Minister of RWED during question period. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
-- Applause
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Community Fire Protection Plans
Item 3: Members' Statements
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The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Thank you, Mr. McLeod . Item 3, Members' statements. The honourable Member for Thebacha , Mr. Miltenberger .
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Fort Smith Community Events
Item 3: Members' Statements
Page 116
Michael Miltenberger
Thebacha
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I wish to speak briefly today about three important events that took place over the weekend in Fort Smith. On Friday evening, the Minister of Transportation came to the community to commission the recently renovated airport terminal, which almost looks brand new. It was long overdue and a real benefit for that part of our infrastructure.
Also on the weekend, Mr. Speaker, we had a very important celebrity auction to help assist St. Joseph's Cathedral. Many Members in this House were kind enough to contribute items and artifacts that were auctioned off. I understand it was very successful. In three hours, they apparently raised over $15,000 to help assist the cathedral.
As well, Mr. Speaker, we had the Third Annual Aurora Open Charitable Golf Tournament, which has a focus of trying to raise money for workplace literacy. Out of that tournament, we were able to donate $5,000 to the Literacy Council for the promotion of workplace literacy. Mr. Speaker, that event would not have been possible without the kind support of many corporate sponsors, such as Canadian North, Northwestern Airlease, Diavik, NorthwesTel, BHP, NTPC and Kaeser's.
Mr. Speaker, it was a resounding success. I hope to see this duplicated and improved upon next year. I would also like to thank my colleagues who came down to support this very worthwhile activity, Minister Allen ; my colleagues, Mr. Lafferty and Mr. Nitah . While we were there, the Minister was very busy meeting with sporting groups, the ski club, the biathlon club, kayakers, as well as the golfing folks and their golfing fraternity to look at what is possible in trying to improve those particular resources.
All in all, Mr. Speaker, it was a very positive weekend for Fort Smith. I would like to thank my colleagues and all of the corporations who made this possible, and all of the people who dug into their pockets in Fort Smith to help with the cathedral. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
-- Applause
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Fort Smith Community Events
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Page 116
The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Thank you, Mr. Miltenberger . Item 3, Members' statements. The honourable Member for Hay River North , Mr. Delorey .
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Poor Condition Of Highway No. 2
Item 3: Members' Statements
Page 116
Paul Delorey
Hay River North
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to address an issue of grave concern to a number of my constituents in Hay River North. Mr. Speaker, the issue I refer to is the state of Highway No. 2 leading into Old Town and the West Channel.
Mr. Speaker, the poor condition of Highway No. 2 affects all Hay River North residents as this is the route they use to commute to their jobs in the new town and to avail themselves of all the amenities in the new town.
Mr. Speaker, the condition of this highway is deplorable. Over the last year, I have heard this government's desire to invest large amounts of money to construct and/or repair different highways throughout our Territory.
Mr. Speaker, Hay River is home to one of the loveliest NWT campgrounds, which is located in Old Town on the shores of Great Slave Lake. I know I do not have to remind my colleagues how valuable tourism is to the Northwest Territories economy.
Mr. Speaker, tourists who wish to visit our campground have to travel on Highway No. 2 to get to that campground. Mr. Speaker, in 2000, our territorial campground in Hay River was visited by 2,218 tourists from all across North America and Europe.
Mr. Speaker, NTCL is one of the major employers in Hay River. All NTCL employees are required to use this highway, both in the course of their employment and for their transportation to and from work.
Mr. Speaker, recent statistics of average, annual daily traffic show that Highway No. 2 has the second largest volume of traffic of all NWT highways. In 1999, for example, Highway No. 2, from the West Channel Bridge to West Channel, saw 2,400 vehicles pass over it daily. During peak summer tourist season, from June to August, Highway No. 2 saw 3,000 vehicles pass over it daily. The 1999 statistics are the most current data that is available.
Mr. Speaker, I would also like to point out that a large percentage of the heavy trucks that deliver fuel throughout our Territory also have to use this highway to reach the bulk plants to get their loads. Mr. Speaker, this takes a tremendous toll on all the vehicles that travel on this highway that is in disrepair.
Mr. Speaker, I implore this government to take some initiative, recognize that this is a territorial highway, and that the Department of Transportation commit to putting plans in place to undertake the reconstruction of this
section of highway. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
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The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Thank you, Mr. Delorey . Item 3, Members' statements. The honourable Member for North Slave , Mr. Lafferty .
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Recognition Of The Contributions Of Jim Martin
Item 3: Members' Statements
Page 117
Leon Lafferty
North Slave
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, today I would like to acknowledge someone who has made significant academic, social and cultural contributions to the Dogrib region. Mr. Jim Martin first came to the Dogrib region as a teacher in 1981. He was employed at the Mezi Community School in Wha Ti and became the principal of the school two years later. He played an integral
part in developing the school and in developing a local reading series. In 1988, he moved to Rae-Edzo as the superintendent of Education. At this time, the groundwork for developing the Dogrib Divisional Board of Education began.
This regional board of education was developed of community members and included the words of respected elders Chief Jimmy Bruneau and Elizabeth Mackenzie in its mission statement. Its goal was to develop students who were "strong like two people". It was built on the hope that students develop strengths in their own Dogrib language and culture, as well as developing the knowledge and skills to live in modern society.
As one of the first members of this board, I had the opportunity to work with Jim and other members to promote and support bilingual education and community teacher education programs. Many teachers from the program have moved into vice-principal and principal positions.
Jim served as the director of education for several years. As the board developed, he consolidated board governance and policy.
He promoted school infrastructure and new schools were built in Gameti, Rae and Wekweti. Major renovations also occurred at Chief Jimmy Bruneau School. In 1996, Jim returned to work directly with students and staff at the Chief Jimmy Bruneau Regional High School. As the principal, he dedicated himself to ensuring that the school became a flagship school and a model of bicultural education for the North and for Canada. Local courses were developed to ensure that students would have the opportunities to learn their culture, heritage and language.
In 1998, Jimmy returned to his CEO position with the now fully operational Dogrib Community Services Board. This regional board offers program and service delivery in health, social services and education. With its establishment, specific strategies such as a Regional Addictions Strategy were developed.
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Recognition Of The Contributions Of Jim Martin
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The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Mr. Lafferty , the time for your Member's statement has expired.
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Recognition Of The Contributions Of Jim Martin
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Leon Lafferty
North Slave
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I seek unanimous consent to conclude my statement.
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Recognition Of The Contributions Of Jim Martin
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The Speaker
Tony Whitford
The Member is seeking unanimous consent to conclude his statement. Are there any nays? There are no nays, Mr. Lafferty , you may conclude.
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Recognition Of The Contributions Of Jim Martin
Item 3: Members' Statements
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Leon Lafferty
North Slave
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Thank you, colleagues. Jim's dedication to establishing all of the regional board offices under one roof resulted in the recent move of the Dogrib Community Services Board into their new head office in Rae.
Jim Martin will be leaving the North to pursue a new career in Alberta. His 20 years of service in our region has been greatly appreciated. His manner of listening to all people in his quiet manner, providing wisdom and guidance, has not gone unnoticed. He will be greatly missed by the people of the Dogrib region. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
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Page 117
The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Mahsi, Mr. Lafferty . Item 3, Members' statements. The honourable Member for Mackenzie Delta , Mr. Krutko .
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Pressures Exerted Upon Front-line Social Service Workers
Item 3: Members' Statements
Page 117
David Krutko
Mackenzie Delta
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Happy birthday. Mr. Speaker, we have a lot of challenges in our communities in light of the outlook we have in the oil and gas industry and the diamond industry. The people who face these challenges the most are the front line workers like the nurses, social workers, teachers, police and people dealing with the alcohol and drug effects in our communities.
Yet, Mr. Speaker, more and more pressures are put on these resource people, knowing that along with development also comes additional social pressures. With the lack of human resources in our communities, it is having an affect on our front-line workers who are depending more and more on resource people outside of our communities,
In the regional centres and Yellowknife, we have mental health specialists, alcohol and drug specialists, and educational specialists. Yet, Mr. Speaker, the resources in our communities are inadequate when it comes to meeting the demands of our people, who are now realizing the expectations out there in the oil and gas industry. The opportunities are over the horizon. Yet the ability of the people in our communities and the resource people who will assist these people are very limited.
We talk about programs in our communities to assist people to get into the workforce, to be positive employees in relation to alcohol and drug problems, students who want to expand and move on to extend their education in the area of adult education programs, and programs to deal with economic opportunities. Despite this, Mr. Speaker, our front-line workers are having pressures put on them with limited resources.
Yes, we are having conferences to deal with these problems, but the resources are inadequate. I for one feel that it is critical that this government puts the resources in place to assist the communities and the resource people to do what they can to better the lives of the people we serve. With that, Mr. Speaker, I will be asking the Minister responsible for Health and Social Services questions on this matter. Thank you.
-- Applause
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Pressures Exerted Upon Front-line Social Service Workers
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Page 118
The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Thank you, Mr. Krutko . Item 3, Members' statements. The honourable Member for Tu Nedhe , Mr. Nitah .
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Non-insured Health Benefits Program
Item 3: Members' Statements
Page 118
Steven Nitah
Tu Nedhe
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, the social envelope of the Northwest Territories is high, as alluded to by my colleague, Mr. Krutko , about the problems facing that particular department. Today, I would like to speak about the Northern Health Benefits Program and how it is supposed to cover benefits and services for First Nations and Inuit people. That includes prescription drugs, dental, medical transportation and other benefits, Mr. Speaker.
The federal government administers this program through Health Canada. All of the First Nations in the south are taking on some responsibilities for it. However, in the Northwest Territories, Health Canada is still doing the paperwork. What upsets me, Mr. Speaker, is that while our people are supposed to have their costs covered, there are problems in many cases.
For example, predetermination has to be done on dental work over a certain cost. That involves a lot of red tape and unnecessary time lags. It also can result in dental work being denied, or only partially paid for. If someone has a tooth missing, they might be told to take a lower-costing service than what they want, even though the more expensive treatment might be to their own health benefit in the long run. To me, this is substandard service, Mr. Speaker.
The Auditor General Report for the Year 2000 on First Nations Health stated that Health Canada delivers health services for more than 600 First Nation communities. The Health Canada branch has just under 1,400 full-time person years. One would think that with all that staff, service would be more expedient. There are seven regional offices across southern Canada, Mr. Speaker.
Why is there not a regional office located in the Northwest Territories, where a great deal of the population is aboriginal? In their report, Health Canada stated it was committed to continuos improvement in the effectiveness and the efficiency of health programs. Maybe it is time to start looking at areas of improvement for the North, Mr. Speaker, by either devolving the functions to First Nations or by setting up a branch office in the North that people can access.
With that, I will have some questions for the Minister. Thank you, Mr. Speaker, and happy birthday.
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Non-insured Health Benefits Program
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Page 118
The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Thank you, Mr. Nitah . Item 3, Members' statements. The honourable Member for Inuvik Boot Lake , Mr. Roland .
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Regional Reorganization
Item 3: Members' Statements
Page 118
Floyd Roland
Inuvik Boot Lake
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I rise to speak on the issue of regional reorganization. It is an issue I have brought up numerous times, whether it be in committee or in this forum, to request from this government their plans or what the movement is on regional reorganization.
Mr. Speaker, since we have come into this Assembly, it has been discussed at the level of, we are moving ahead, we have to change the way this map of the Northwest Territories looks because of the self-government processes going on, and how the government programs are delivered through this evolving system.
Mr. Speaker, no plan has been put forward. Nothing has been identified in the sense of timelines as to how different departments will gear up in different areas and which regions today will be impacted by some of the decisions made. Mr. Speaker, I represent a community that is considered a regional centre to a large degree, whether it be by the private sector, for example, like the oil and gas interests today, or in government programs and services in their delivery.
Mr. Speaker, when I worked for the government many years ago as an apprentice mechanic, we used to travel throughout the western Arctic from Deline up to Sachs Harbour and all of the communities in between. Over the years, that has been cut back to a large degree and communities and other centres have developed, which is an appropriate way to go, Mr. Speaker.
Without a plan, it can be done haphazardly and cost more than is done so today. With the government expenditures as they are, knowing, as some might say, that we are in a surplus situation when you look at the dollars we expend on a yearly basis overall, we are in a rather tight situation.
Mr. Speaker, for my constituents, I am seeking to know if this government has a plan or a map that will spell out what my community will look like after regional reorganization is completed. With that, Mr. Speaker, I will have questions for the appropriate Minister. Thank you.
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Regional Reorganization
Item 3: Members' Statements
Page 118
The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Thank you, Mr. Roland . Item 3, Members' statements. The honourable Member for Yellowknife South , Mr. Bell .
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Midwifery Legislation
Item 3: Members' Statements
Page 119
Brendan Bell
Yellowknife South
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I rise today to make the case for midwifery legislation in the Northwest Territories. The last research I have seen, Mr. Speaker, showed that we have a much lower number of positions per 100,000 people on average than the rest of Canada. We know we have a high birth rate. We have a situation in the Territories where many mothers are forced to go to regional centres to give birth, often a very routine procedure and something where travel like this is probably unnecessary, Mr. Speaker.
In the Northwest Territories, we have had a long history of midwifery, but for one reason or another, we have gotten away from the practice. I think it was the 1970s that it started to fall out of favour. Given that we are moving to this primary health care model -- as I understand it, this will allow for multi-disciplinary teams working in cooperation with positions -- it seems to make sense to again look at midwifery.
We do not have legislation in place currently, but we do have a policy that defines the conditions and the minimum standards that should be involved with midwifery. I think these were developed in conjunction with the community birthing project in Rankin Inlet that was set up in 1993, Mr. Speaker.
An evaluation report released in 1996 demonstrated that midwives can provide safe, high quality comprehensive and culturally appropriate services within a multi-disciplinary team.
It seems to me that it makes sense for us to look at legislation and move this to the front of the list. I know we have a lot of other priorities, but it seems like it could certainly save us a lot of money. We know we have a hard time attracting doctors and when we are able to attract doctors, a hard time getting them to stay. I know there are insurance issues to be worked out, but I hope the government will take a lead role in pursuing midwifery legislation. I will have questions for the Minister today in question period. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
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Midwifery Legislation
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Page 119
The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Thank you, Mr. Bell . Item 3, Members' statements. The honourable Member for Nahendeh , Mr. Antoine .
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Wrigley Students Serving As Legislative Assembly Pages
Item 3: Members' Statements
Page 119
Jim Antoine
Nahendeh
Mahsi, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I am very pleased today to welcome to the Assembly three students from Pehdzeh Ki, or Wrigley, who will serve as pages during this week of the session. Desiree Mose, Jessica and Jennifer Skeard are grade 7 students at the Chief Julian Yendo School in Wrigley. They are achievers who express a strong interest in working for us here as pages in order to better understand how our Legislative Assembly works.
I am very pleased, Mr. Speaker, that we have a program that allows students from the smaller communities to come to Yellowknife and learn new skills and enjoy some of the activities available here in our capital.
Mr. Speaker, there are many students in our smaller communities who would like this opportunity. However, those who do come here learn and enjoy the experience of working for us here in the Legislative Assembly. I trust they will return to their community later this week with a better understanding of how our government works.
There are other students here as well. I would like to welcome them to the House. Before I am finished here, Mr. Speaker, I would like to wish you a happy birthday. Mahsi.
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Page 119
The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Mahsi, Mr. Antoine . Item 3, Members' statements. The honourable Member for Inuvik Twin Lakes , Mr. Allen .
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Tribute To Inuvik Trapper Ernie Moore
Item 3: Members' Statements
Page 119
Roger Allen
Inuvik Twin Lakes
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, prior to my Member's statement, I would like to say happy birthday to you as well.
This past winter, a member from my riding deceased. Today, along with my trapping friends in the Mackenzie Delta, I would like to pay tribute. His name was Ernie Moore. Ernie was a personal friend of mine, having known him from our days "from the bush", as he made his living off the land. Ernie was known to many of the west-end community of Inuvik to be a humble man with a simple lifestyle. I often sat with Ernie on our favourite seat on the benches outside the Northern Store or in front of the Mad Trapper sharing trapping stories and telling jokes. We shared stories on trapping, hunting and lifestyles outside the normal community life.
Ernie leaves many of his friends still sitting on those benches, telling much of the same stories and jokes. I look forward to joining his friends over the summer to reminisce about the good old times. Ernie is survived by his sisters Lena, Judy, Pauline, Rosalind, and Denise; and brothers Gordon and Billy. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
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Tribute To Inuvik Trapper Ernie Moore
Item 3: Members' Statements
Page 119
The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Thank you, Mr. Allen . Item 3, Members' statements. I would just like to draw to the attention of the honourable Members of the House that today is also a very special day well for the honourable Member for Nahendeh and his wonderful wife, Celine. Today they are celebrating their 24th wedding anniversary. Congratulations.
-- Applause
The Antoines have three sons. I do not think they are here today, but they have three sons, and your wonderful wife Celine, formerly Celine Buggins.
-- Interjection
One daughter. I am told one daughter. Congratulations.
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Item 4, returns to oral questions. Item 5, recognition of visitors in the gallery. The honourable Member for Great Slave , Mr. Braden .
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Item 5: Recognition Of Visitors In The Gallery
Item 5: Recognition Of Visitors In The Gallery
Page 119
Bill Braden
Great Slave
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, it is a pleasure for me to recognize people from the NWT Literacy Council, Donna Mulders, the coordinator of the Story Sack project, along with Catherine Robinson and Lisa Campbell. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
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Item 5: Recognition Of Visitors In The Gallery
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Page 120
The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Item 5, recognition of visitors in the gallery. The honourable Member for Nahendeh , Mr. Antoine .
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Item 5: Recognition Of Visitors In The Gallery
Item 5: Recognition Of Visitors In The Gallery
Page 120
Jim Antoine
Nahendeh
Mahsi, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I am very pleased to recognize two constituents in the gallery. I would like to recognize Pearl Norwegian, who is my constituency assistant in Fort Simpson.
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I would also like to introduce Beatrice Antoine from Fort Simpson, who is the chaperone for the three pages here.
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Page 120
The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Welcome to the gallery. Item 5, recognition of visitors in the gallery. The honourable Member for Frame Lake , Mr. Dent .
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Item 5: Recognition Of Visitors In The Gallery
Item 5: Recognition Of Visitors In The Gallery
Page 120
Charles Dent
Frame Lake
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. In my Member's statement, I noted that your family was present in the gallery. I would like now to officially recognize them, your wife Elaine, along with your sons, Ian, Blair and Warren, in that order.
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Item 5: Recognition Of Visitors In The Gallery
Item 5: Recognition Of Visitors In The Gallery
Page 120
The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Thank you, Mr. Dent . Colleagues, it is an honour to have the family here. They are scattered all over the country now and it is a rare occasion that they are here. Item 5, recognition of visitors in the gallery. At this time, I would like to take this opportunity to recognize my mother. Sixty years ago at 8:30 this morning I first became acquainted with this wonderful lady.
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Item 6, oral questions. The honourable Member for North Slave , Mr. Lafferty .
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Question 46-14(4): Medical Care For Income Support Clients
Item 6: Oral Questions
Page 120
Leon Lafferty
North Slave
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, my question is for the Minister responsible for the Department of Health and Social Services, the Honourable Jane Groenewegen . In February, I shared with Members of this House a very disturbing situation where a constituent received income support and had some money clawed back. Because of the clawback, she was short on funds and unable to access the medical attention she needed. A gap exists for people needing financial support during medical care in regional facilities. I would like to ask the Minister, what has she done in partnership with the income support department to address this oversight? Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
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Question 46-14(4): Medical Care For Income Support Clients
Item 6: Oral Questions
Page 120
The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Thank you, Mr. Lafferty . The honourable Minister responsible for the Department of Health and Social Services, Mrs. Groenewegen .
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Question 46-14(4): Medical Care For Income Support Clients
Item 6: Oral Questions
Page 120
Jane Groenewegen
Hay River South
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I know that some work has been done to address the issue of unearned income, but that actually falls under the Minister of Education, Culture and Employment's purview, but I can confirm for the Member that work has proceeded on the issue of unearned income and clawbacks from income support clients. Thank you.
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Question 46-14(4): Medical Care For Income Support Clients
Item 6: Oral Questions
Page 120
The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Thank you, Madam Minister. Supplementary, Mr. Lafferty .
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Leon Lafferty
North Slave
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I would like to ask the Minister when does the department consider an income support client a medical patient? Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
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Jane Groenewegen
Hay River South
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I am afraid I do not understand the question. When do programs of Health and Social Services consider...I am not sure of the question.
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Leon Lafferty
North Slave
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I would like to ask the Minister, when does Health and Social Services take over financial situations, financial difficulties, for income support clients when they are in the regional centres away from home? Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
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Jane Groenewegen
Hay River South
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, the Department of Health and Social Services would become involved with income support clients when they are in need of medical service any time they would be eligible under any of our extended health care benefits. Thank you.
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Leon Lafferty
North Slave
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. As we know, policies are not made for everyone. There are people out there who do not qualify under income support or under the health care benefits. I would like to ask the Minister if she can commit to working with income support and try to help the people in the short term when they are here for medical reasons. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
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Jane Groenewegen
Hay River South
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, there are sometimes not policies for every situation which may arise or occur, and what we count on are these being brought to our attention where there may be gaps. When there becomes a significant issue around such gaps, it gives us an opportunity as a department to consider policy that may need revision. Thank you.
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Thank you, Madam Minister. Item 6, oral questions. The honourable Member for Thebacha , Mr. Miltenberger .
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Michael Miltenberger
Thebacha
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, my question is addressed to the Minister of Health and Social Services as well. She updated this House in terms of when the Cuff report would be tabled, indicating it would be tabled on June 25th, which is all well and good, but unfortunately, after the House has risen. The one significant concern I have is that she indicates in her press release that all residents will have the opportunity to respond to the recommendations or provide comments until August 1, 2001, a mere 37 days, Mr. Speaker. This report has been in the works for seven months.
It is very problematic for me that it is July when this Assembly itself has said that they want to try to keep the calendar clear for people to have some of the summer to themselves. It is during the Assembly's and summer holidays.
My question to the Minister is why are the people of the Northwest Territories being allowed only such a miniscule amount of time to look at what should be a very important report?
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Jane Groenewegen
Hay River South
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, the Member is correct. The report has been under construction. It has been under review for some time. Over 350 interviews have been conducted, which is a very extensive consultative process. We do not anticipate repeating the consultative process. What we do anticipate is that during the time between the time the report is released on June 25th and August 1st, we will receive any additional comments on the recommendations. It is not our intention to duplicate the consultation that has already gone into the report. Thank you.
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Michael Miltenberger
Thebacha
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, the Minister indicated they had consulted and talked to 350 people. There are 40,000 or more people who live in the Northwest Territories. I am asking about the chance of looking at this report during a time when most people will not even be in the communities or in the North. They have 37 days, Mr. Speaker. It is not fair and it is not adequate. Surely the Minister will consider, hopefully, that she will give enough time for the people of the Northwest Territories to look at this. My question to the Minister is will she in fact extend this deadline and make it reasonable? Thank you.
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Jane Groenewegen
Hay River South
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I am sorry the Member does not feel that 37 days is reasonable, but certainly we want to get underway with developing an action plan in response to the recommendations contained in the report. We would like to start that work as soon as possible because we do feel there is some urgency to addressing some of the issues that the Cuff review is considering. Thank you.
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Michael Miltenberger
Thebacha
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. This is going to be yet another black mark against the Cuff report before it even sees the light of day. The committees are not even going to be looking at this. The MLAs probably will not even have a chance to look at this, and the Minister wants to jam through some plan before she has even received any feedback. It is beyond belief that the Minister would do that.
Let me ask the Minister again, surely to goodness having waited this long, we should be given enough chance to look at this -- the Members of this Legislative Assembly, the people of the Northwest Territories, the very many NGOs and groups that have waited to see what is going to come out of this. I would ask the Minister again, will she be reasonable and give the people of the Northwest Territories enough time to look at this? Thank you.
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Jane Groenewegen
Hay River South
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, the report will come for everyone on June 25th. As I said, we will receive responses and input into the recommendations that will be in the report. We would like to be able to table a response to the report during the fall session. The Member is suggesting that we should move this work back and delay this. What we could do is consider the volume of responses that we get after the report is tabled and hear from people who feel they may want to make a response but have not had time. Right now, our plan and our time line is try to have a response developed in preparation for the fall session. Thank you.
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Thank you, Madam Minister. Your final supplementary, Mr. Miltenberger .
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Michael Miltenberger
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Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, if the majority of the people are not going to be aware of this or even around to reply for wide feedback, it is clear that there is going to be a low volume. Mr. Speaker, it is unfortunate that it seems to be that the department has its own agenda. They already know what they want to do with this report. They are ignoring the public feedback and feedback from this Legislature. It is so unfortunate and unacceptable that I do not really have a question. I just want to put that issue on record.
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Mr. Miltenberger , it is your final supplementary and you should ask a question. There is no question there. Madam Minister.
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Jane Groenewegen
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Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, as I have already indicated, there have been 350 individuals interviewed in preparation for this report. Also, we have asked the consultants who are working on the Cuff review to consider the other significant consultation that took place with the public such, as the Minister's Forum on Health and Social Services and other previous reports that were done. Thank you.
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Thank you, Madam Minister. I should just remind Members that questions should be to the point, particularly the supplementary ones, and I am sure the answers as well could be to the point by the honourable Minister asked. Item 6, oral questions. The honourable Member for Deh Cho , Mr. McLeod .
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Michael McLeod
Deh Cho
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. This morning I raised the issue of community fire protection plans in the North. I would like to ask a question of the Minister of RWED . I would like to ask what his department is doing to develop community fire protection plans and protect the communities from forest fires.
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Thank you, Mr. McLeod . The honourable Minister responsible for the Department of Resources, Wildlife and Economic Development, Mr. Handley .
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Joe Handley
Weledeh
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. On a regular basis, RWED does assessments of sites and structures and so on around all of the communities. They are doing that again this year, updating information. That should be completed by the end of the summer. We have also set aside a $300,000 budget to implement community forest fire protection and hazard abatement plans, so that funding is there. To date, no communities have formally asked for assistance. Our department is also available to help communities if they ask for assistance. Thank you.
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Michael McLeod
Deh Cho
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. The Minister has indicated that no communities have asked for assistance. This program that is in place to develop a community fire protection plan, how many communities have accessed funding through this program to develop proper fire protection and fire guards? Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
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Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, as I mentioned before, no communities have put in an application for fire protection plans this year. I am not sure how many have done it in the past years, but there are some that are ongoing that were in last year and continue on. For this year, we have not received any new applications yet. Thank you.
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Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I want to ask the Minister, how long will it be before we see proper fire protection plans for all of the communities in the North? What is the time frame he is looking at? Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
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Mr. Speaker, the question is one that we would have to ask each community. It is up to each community as to whether or not they want to have a fire protection plan in place for their community, whether there will be a fire guard around their community or some other arrangement they may wish to make.
I would hope that we move quickly to protect all of our communities in the forested areas. As I say, our department is there. We are ready to cooperate and hopefully work with communities that are asking for plans to be developed. Thank you.
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Thank you, Mr. Minister. Final supplementary, Mr. McLeod .
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Michael McLeod
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Thank you, Mr. Speaker. In the development of these fire protection plans, I would like to ask if the Minister, when he said the department is there to develop and assist in all areas, does his department also provide the funding to develop the terms of reference?
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Joe Handley
Weledeh
Mr. Speaker, I think within reason, our department would make money available, but if the communities are going to get into a long consultation process, then there may be limits on what we would be prepared to do. Some of it does rest as a community responsibility. I would like to say that we want to cooperate. It is in our interest to have the fire protection plans in place. I think we are there to help put the plan together. We would probably assist to some degree with consultation, but it would depend on how extensive it is. It would have to be negotiated in each case. Thank you.
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The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Thank you, Minister Handley . Item 6, oral questions. The honourable Member for Hay River North , Mr. Delorey .
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Question 49-14(4): Highway No. 2 Maintenance
Item 6: Oral Questions
Page 123
Paul Delorey
Hay River North
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, about a year ago, I raised concerns in this House about Highway No. 2 that goes through old town in Hay River. I must admit, Mr. Speaker, that at that time, the department was quick to respond to some repairs in a couple of locations. I would like to commend the Minister for that.
However, Mr. Speaker, I would like to ask the Minister if he would agree that this was a band-aid approach to Highway No. 2 and that
section of highway is indeed in need of some major work. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
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The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Thank you, Mr. Delorey . The honourable Minister responsible for the Department of Transportation, Mr. Steen .
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Vince Steen
Nunakput
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I thank the Member for the question. Mr. Speaker, Highway No. 2 that the Member is referring to has been under some consideration by the department already on an ongoing basis. For the Member's information, at the present time, we are planning some engineering assessments, which will be done this summer.
We already have some estimates as to what it would cost to upgrade this highway because of the poor base it is sitting on. We are estimating it is anywhere between $2.5 million to $3 million to improve the base so we can have a better long-term surface. Thank you.
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The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Thank you, Minister Steen . Supplementary, Mr. Delorey .
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Item 6: Oral Questions
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Paul Delorey
Hay River North
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, in the past, I have heard in this House the Minister justify expenditures on highways by the amount of traffic that is on the highway system. The statistics I had were available from 1999. Would the Minister have any more recent figures on the amount of traffic on that stretch of highway from what I had available in 1999? Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
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The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Thank you, Mr. Delorey . The honourable Minister responsible for the Department of Transportation, Mr. Steen .
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Vince Steen
Nunakput
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, the department, as well as using traffic volume figures for deciding on operations and maintenance for these highways and capital investments, we also take into consideration the existing problems with the highway, regardless of the traffic volume.
In this particular case, this highway has been causing the department some problems for a number of years, simply because of the type of terrain it is built on. We have to take into consideration that we may have to make expenditures on this particular stretch of highway, regardless of whether the traffic volume contributes towards that decision.
In other words, to keep it safe, we would have to make expenditures. This is what the department is doing. We are doing engineering assessments on the highway as to what would be needed just to bring it up to safe standards. That is not to say that it is not in safe standards at the present time, but we do not want it to deteriorate any further than it is. Thank you.
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The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Thank you, Minister Steen . Supplementary, Mr. Delorey .
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Paul Delorey
Hay River North
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, on the safety issue, there may be some questions raised there. As recently as Saturday, there was an accident on that highway with a car rolling over. I could not say for sure, Mr. Speaker, whether there were any serious injuries from that, but from a safety point of view, that could be an issue right now. Would the Minister commit to having the department put some plans in place for some expenditures on that stretch of road?
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The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Thank you, Mr. Delorey . The honourable Minister responsible for the Department of Transportation, Mr. Steen .
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Vince Steen
Nunakput
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I do not think it is necessary for me to commit anything here. I already told the Member the department is already doing engineering assessments on it. In other words, we are looking at what is going to be necessary to bring this highway up to standards. We are going to be doing the work, yes.
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The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Thank you, Minister Steen . Final supplementary, Mr. Delorey .
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Paul Delorey
Hay River North
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, the Minister just finished saying that piece of highway has been a problem to the department for many years now. Is he telling me that just now, they are going to start putting some plans in place to look at? When can we expect some action on that piece of highway, Mr. Speaker?
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The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Thank you, Mr. Delorey . The honourable Minister responsible for the Department of Transportation, Mr. Steen .
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Vince Steen
Nunakput
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I expect the results of the engineering assessment will be reflected in next year's business plans. There will be some discussion within the department as to what expenditures will be necessary. In other words, do we just do a temporary fix or do we do a total expenditure, which we estimate at $2.5 million to $3 million? It all would depend on what access we have to capital expenditures. It will be reflected in next year's plan. Thank you.
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The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Thank you, Minister Steen . Item 6, oral questions. The honourable Member for Frame Lake , Mr. Dent .
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Question 50-14(4): Operational Change At Stanton Hospital
Item 6: Oral Questions
Page 124
Charles Dent
Frame Lake
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, my question is for the Minister responsible for Health and Social Services . Mr. Speaker, I have heard that at least one of my constituents has received notice of impending layoff from Stanton Hospital. She was told that this was because of plans to privatize the laundry. Can the Minister tell the House about this change in the operation at Stanton?
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The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Thank you, Mr. Dent . The honourable Minister responsible for the Department of Health and Social Services, Mrs. Groenewegen .
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Jane Groenewegen
Hay River South
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I have heard of board deliberations around the issue of privatization of various aspects of activity within the hospital. I am not sure of the time lines or what the status of any decisions around that are at this point in time.
I have offered a briefing to Members on the issue of the surgical ward for later this week, and certainly the issue of any privatization initiatives could be added to the agenda for that briefing. Thank you.
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The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Thank you, Madam Minister. Supplementary, Mr. Dent .
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Charles Dent
Frame Lake
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I had also heard rumblings that this was one area where privatization was being considered as part of the deficit recovery plan. Is the Minister saying then that this has not been approved as part of the deficit recovery plan?
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Tony Whitford
Thank you, Mr. Dent . The honourable Minister responsible for the Department of Health and Social Services, Mrs. Groenewegen .
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Jane Groenewegen
Hay River South
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I will take that question as notice.
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Tony Whitford
Thank you. The question has been taken as notice. Item 6, oral questions. The honourable Member for Tu Nedhe , Mr. Nitah .
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Question 51-14(4): Non-insured Health Benefits Update
Item 6: Oral Questions
Page 124
Steven Nitah
Tu Nedhe
Mahsi, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, my question is for the Minister responsible for Health and Social Services . Mr. Speaker, the GNWT has nearly an $800 million budget. Twenty-five percent of that budget is spent on health. Treaty Indians and Inuit, people of the Northwest Territories, through their treaties, have a special right in relationship with the federal government where they have a fiduciary responsibility to pay for some of there health benefits through the Non-Insured Health Benefits Program.
Towards the end of last session, Mr. Speaker, there was a lot of talk about the non-insured health benefits. Can the Minister give this House an update on the Non-Insured Health Benefits Program? Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
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The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Thank you, Mr. Nitah . The honourable Minister responsible for Health and Social Services , Mrs. Groenewegen . A short update.
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Jane Groenewegen
Hay River South
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, an agreement-in-principle has been reached to enhance administrative resources and renew the agreement for a one-year period. It has also committed both parties to conduct a joint review of the issues and options for addressing them. This work is expected to be completed by the end of June. Thank you.
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The Speaker
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Thank you, Madam Minister. Supplementary, Mr. Nitah .
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Steven Nitah
Tu Nedhe
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. In my Member's statement, I mentioned the fact that in southern Canada, there are federal government regional offices to administer the non-insured health benefits on behalf of First Nations. Some First Nations in the south have taken on the responsibility. Can the Minister commit to this House that she will look at encouraging the federal government to open a northern office that can be accessible to the people of the Northwest Territories, or work with First Nations that are ready and willing to take on the responsibility of delivering non-insured health benefits to the people they represent? Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
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The Speaker
Tony Whitford
Thank you, Mr. Nitah . The honourable Minister responsible for the Department of Health and Social Services, Mrs. Groene