Debates of March 2, 2006 (day 40)

March

2

2006

Day

40

Speaker

Word

Members Present

ITEM 1: PRAYER

Assembly Members

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Hay River North

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Yellowknife South

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Jane Groenewegen

Hay River South

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Yellowknife Centre

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Mackenzie Delta

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Jackson Lafferty

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Robert C. McLeod

Inuvik Twin Lakes

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Kevin A. Menicoche

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Michael Miltenberger

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Inuvik Boot Lake

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Robert Villeneuve

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Norman Yakeleya

Topics

Bill 16: Tobacco Control Act

Bill 19: Supplementary Appropriation Act, No. 3, 2005-2006

Committee Motion 32-15(2): Recommendation That The Executive Council Table A Comprehensive Response To Committee Report 8-15(4), Carried

Committee Motion 33-15(4): Recommendation That The GNWT Prepare Consolidated Budgets Beginning With The 2008-2009 Budget Cycle, Carried

Member’s Statement On Acknowledging Accomplishments Of Nahendeh Constituents

Member’s Statement On Barren-Ground Caribou Management Plan

Member’s Statement On Fiscal Wishes For The NWT

Member’s Statement On Hay River Reserve Kamba Carnival

Member’s Statement On Medical Escort Policies

Member’s Statement On Positive Working Relationship Of GNWT And Tlicho Government

Member’s Statement On Recognition Of Arctic Winter Games Athletes And Organizers

Member’s Statement On Recommendations For Caribou Management

Member’s Statement On Ruling On WCB Chronic Pain Syndrome Policies

Member’s Statement On Searching For Answers To Constituents Concerns

Member’s Statement On WCB Assessment Rates For Quick Service Restaurants

Minister’s Statement 88-15(4): International Women’s Day And Wise Women Awards

Minister’s Statement 89-15(4): Post-Secondary Education And Skills

Motion 16-15(4): Recognizing The Value Of Elders' Knowledge, Carried

Motion 17-15(4): Performance Audit Of The Northwest Territories Housing Corporation, Carried

Motion To Elect Acting Speaker, Carried

Question 498-15(4): Energy Conservation Initiative For Vehicles

Question 499-15(3): Emergency Power Supply For Community Airports

Question 500-15(4): Caribou Management Policies And Procedures

Question 501-15(4): WCB Chronic Pain Policy

Question 502-15(4): WCB Assessment Rates For Quick Service Restaurants

Question 503-15(4): Appointment Of Regional Superintendents

Question 504-15(4): Medical Escort Policies

Question 505-15(4): Medical Ground Transportation Services

Question 506-15(4): Hook Lake Bison Management Program

Question 507-15(4): Caribou Management Policies And Procedures

Question 508-15(4): Financial Support For Adult Basic Education Students

Question 509-15(4): Accessibility For Disabled Persons In The Nahendeh

Return To Written Question 28-15(4): Exemptions For Land Lease Only Policies

Tabled Document 108-15(4): Framework For Action 2005-2008 Status Report To December 31, 2005

Tabled Document 110-15(4): Connecting Canada: Coast To Coast To Coast

Statements

Minister’s Statement 88-15(4): International Women’s Day And Wise Women Awards

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Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Good afternoon. Countries around the world will celebrate International Women’s Week from Sunday, March 5 to Saturday, March 11, 2005, with the highlight being International Women’s Day on March 8th.

There are many challenges in our work to advance women’s equality. Through the dedication and commitment of organizations such a the Status of Women Council, Native Women’s Association, the NWT Coalition Against Family Violence and a large number of dedicated people, much good work has taken place. We have seen the development and implementation of the NWT Family Violence Action Plan, increased participation by people from many communities in the Women’s Voice in Leadership initiative and increased awareness of the importance of women’s active participation in economic development.

It is incumbent on this government to ensure that we continue to support women in their work towards equality. Our government remains committed to work alongside the Status of Women Council, Native Women’s Association, the NWT Coalition Against Family Violence and other groups and individuals in this important work.

Every year, the Status of Women Council of the NWT seeks nominations for the Wise Woman of the Year Awards. These awards are in recognition of the dedication and service women have given to their communities and regions. It is my privilege to recognize this year’s recipients of the Wise Women Awards: Marie Speakman for the North Slave…

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…Eileen M. Koe for the Beaufort-Delta…

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…Tina Marie Gargan from the Deh Cho…

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…Laura Lennie for the Sahtu…

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and Louise Fraser for the South Slave.

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Mr. Speaker, I would like to congratulate all the award winners and thank them for their dedication to improving the lives of women and families across the NWT.

On International Women’s Day, March 8th, there will be a bread and roses luncheon here in the Great Hall when the Wise Women Awards will be presented. I welcome all of you to attend this special occasion and take the opportunity to personally congratulate these dedicated women of the North. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

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