Rocky Simpson

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Just sitting here thinking about the previous answers from the Minister of health on the 48 beds in Hay River. I have a problem that the projections were done, the decision was made with no consultation with the community. In Hay River and in other small communities, it's very important to engage the people who are there if we're going to make decisions. I would ask the Minister if she and her department are willing to keep an open mind when she hears from Hay River residents and concerned organizations, as well, with respect to the need for 48 beds in Hay River, or is...

Thank you. Committee, we will continue with the departmental summary for Health and Social Services on page 169. Health and Social Services, operation expenditures, total department 2021-2022 Main Estimates, $596,784,000. Does the committee agree?

Thank you. The motion is in order. To the motion. Mr. O'Reilly.

Thank you, Member. Any further comments? Not seeing any, does the Minister of Finance wish to bring witnesses into the House?

Thank you. The motion is in order. To the motion. Mr. O'Reilly.

The reality is that many of our NGOs, families, and support networks are taxed to the breaking point, yet this government wants to try and squeeze a little more out of them. Can the Minister confirm if the department, during its reassessment of long-term bed requirements, talked to those community organizations currently supporting long-term and homecare clients, and to what extent was that conversation?

Thank you, Member. Minister.

Thank you. To the motion.

Thank you. Member for Great Slave.

Thank you, Mr. Norn. Any further comments? Mr. Lafferty.