Frederick Blake Jr.

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Not too long ago I believe we learned a lot from the province of Alberta when they were faced with forest fires. I’d like to ask the Premier, will the Premier and Cabinet set up a disaster fund for communities that are directly affected by natural disasters such as floods, forest fires and landslides.

Yes, Madam Chair.

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. It sounds promising. I heard a yes in there somewhere. I’d just like to let the Minister know that I’m more than willing to work with the Minister, and I look forward to the next couple of months here. Thank you.

Would the Minister be willing to do, as a pilot project, have in place in Tsiigehtchic a licenced practical nurse? Thank you.

Thank you to the Minister. At this time I have no further questions.

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. The people of the Beaufort-Delta, at this time, are in a big need for some sort of economic job opportunities. Within the next week, Inuvik will be hosting the Inuvik Petroleum Show and I understand the Minister of ITI will be attending. I would like to ask the Minister what will be your message for the people of the Beaufort-Delta.

Madam Chair, to my left I have Ian Rennie, legislative counsel, Department of Justice. On my right, my right-hand man, Tim Mercer, Clerk of the Legislative Assembly.

Thank you, Madam Chair. I am pleased to provide opening comments for Bill 3, An Act to Amend the Human Rights Act. Madam Chair, Bill 3 authorizes the Speaker, on the recommendation of the Board of Management, to designate a chairperson and deputy chairperson of the Northwest Territories Human Rights Commission. In certain circumstances, the commission may designate an acting chairperson.

Madam Chair, the Human Rights Act is administered jointly by the Speaker, the Legislative Assembly and the Minister of Justice. The Speaker’s role in administering the act is limited to the administration of...

Will the Minister assure the community of Tsiigehtchic that this position will be in place within the next year? Thank you.

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Over the last 15 years the community of Tsiigehtchic has been pleading to get a nurse in the community. I’d like to ask the Minister: Will the Minister be willing to put in place a licenced practical nurse in Tsiigehtchic?

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