Debates of February 8, 2010 (day 23)

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MOTION 11-16(4): DEVELOPMENT OF AN ANTI-POVERTY STRATEGY

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I give notice that on Wednesday, February 10, 2010, I will move the following motion: now therefore I move, seconded by the honourable Member for Weledeh, that the government develop an anti-poverty strategy for the Northwest Territories; and further, that the Premier initiate discussions towards this strategy in partnership with business, organizations and those living in poverty; and further, that the government and partners start by developing a definition of poverty; and further, that the anti-poverty strategy identify specific, measureable targets, with clear, cross-departmental mechanisms for coordination and integration of actions; and furthermore, that the government provide a comprehensive response to this motion within 120 days. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.