Debates of October 18, 2006 (day 10)

October

18

2006

Day

10

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

Member’s Statement On Absence Of Front-Line Social Service Workers In Ulukhaktok

Member’s Statement On CBC Documentary On The History Of Hockey

Member’s Statement On Energy Efficiency Rebate Programs

Member’s Statement On GNWT Tendering, Procurement And Business Incentive Policies In Small Communities

Member’s Statement On Impact Of Federal Budget Reductions On The Tourism Sector

Member’s Statement On Importance Of The Health And Social Services Ministry

Member’s Statement On NWT Housing Corporation Mandate And Accountability Framework

Member’s Statement On Operational Issues At The Stanton Territorial Hospital

Member’s Statement On Recognition Of BDC Young Entrepreneur Award Recipient

Member’s Statement On Succession Plan To Replace Skilled Workforce And Lack Of Apprenticeships

Member’s Statement On Tlicho Community Services Agency IPAC Innovation Award

Member’s Statement On Youth Crime In Inuvik

Minister’s Statement 28-15(5): Standoff In Yellowknife

Minister’s Statement 29-15(5): Fiscal Update

Minister’s Statement 30-15(5): Introduction Of Regional Directors

Minister’s Statement 31-15(5): Student Achievement

Petition 2-15(5): Community Security Services For Behchoko

Point Of Privilege

Question 112-15(5): Public Housing Allocations And Replacement Strategies

Question 113-15(5): Operational Issues At The Stanton Territorial Hospital

Question 114-15(5): Fiscal Update Statement

Question 115-15(5): Federal Reductions To Literacy Program Funding

Question 116-15(5): Promotion Of Deline As The Birthplace Of Ice Hockey

Question 117-15(5): Ministerial Portfolio Assignments

Question 118-15(5): Recruitment Of Front-Line Social Service Workers In Ulukhaktok

Question 119-15(5): Emergency Ward Wait Times

Question 120-15(5): Energy Efficiency Programs

Question 121-15(5): Apprenticeship Programs Under The Department Of Public Works And Services

Question 122-15(5): Impact Of Federal Budget Reductions On Northern Programs And Services

Question 123-15(5): Redistribution Of Ministerial Portfolio Assignments

Question 124-15(5): Dialogue With Employees Of The Stanton Territorial Hospital

Question 125-15(5): Territorial Power Support Program And Community Power Rates

Question 126-15(5): Policing Services In Small Communities

Question 127-15(5): Operational Issues At The Stanton Territorial Hospital

Question 128-15(5): Northern Residents Income Tax Deduction

Question 129-15(5): Installation Of New Backup Generator At The Behchoko Seniors' Home

Question 130-15(5): Deh Cho Bridge Loan Guarantee

Question 131-15(5): Lack Of Progress On The Devolution And Resource Revenue Sharing Negotiations

Question 132-15(5): Update On Wilderness Camp In The Sahtu Region

Return To Question 116-15(5): Promotion Of Deline As The Birthplace Of Ice Hockey

Tabled Document 40-15(5): Public Accounts 2005-2006

Tabled Document 41-15(5): Response To Petition 1-15(5)

Tabled Document 42-15(5): Trip Report Of The Canol Heritage Trail Leadership Walk 2006

Written Question 12-15(5): Impact Of Federal Budget Reductions On NGO And Government Sectors

Written Question 13-15(5): Leakage Of Resource Royalties In The North

Written Question 14-15(5): Stanton Territorial Hospital 2002 Operational Review - Status of Recommendations

Statements

Member’s Statement On Tlicho Community Services Agency IPAC Innovation Award

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Jackson Lafferty

Mahsi, Mr. Speaker. (English not provided)

Mr. Speaker, it has been an exciting summer again in the Tlicho region. We are once again celebrating a victory. Last year it was the signing of the Tlicho land claims and self-government. Today we are being recognized for the managerial initiatives in receiving a silver IPAC award.

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Mr. Speaker, the Tlicho Community Services Agency was awarded silver for innovative management by the Institute of Public Administration of Canada at an awards ceremony in Prince Edward Island on August 30th, 2006. Mr. Speaker, this award identifies and publicizes success stories to foster innovation by recognizing organizations and individuals for creative and effective management and to enhance the image of the public sector.

Mr. Speaker, Tlicho leaders have long understood the importance of education, health and social service issues in the Tlicho region, and the importance of integrating cultural, traditional culture into every aspect of the community.

Congratulations to all the staff of the TCSA. Your dedication and innovation have improved the health and well-being of all the residents in the Tlicho region, especially in the Northwest Territories.

Mr. Speaker, once again Tlicho has proven and made a landmark in history here in the North and throughout Canada. We have made great strides and we’re willing to share our experiences, stories and knowledge with other regions. Mahsi, Mr. Speaker.

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