However, Mr. Chairman, it does say -- and I think this has a significant impact on the changes that come out of it -- that the regional directors should perform a strong role in relation to the new priorities attached to community transfers. It says they should be key members of the GNWT's implementation group for community transfers. We are not suggesting we approve it en masse, but this does have a significant impact in terms of the concerns that my friend here has, and the concerns that I have with respect to the phasing and priorities at the regional level. That is all I am trying to say. You know the old saying, "to be forewarned is to be forearmed." I am really saying that I do not see this as a small matter. I see this as a fundamental instrument of delivery of the recommendations and priorities that you as a cabinet are going to establish. Again, this particular individual reports directly to cabinet with no line responsibilities to the departments, as I understand it. You may want to change that. I do think it is important, and I will address the issue later on in the coming weeks. Thank you.
John Todd on Ministers' Statement 2-12(1): And Tabled Document 3-12(1)
In the Legislative Assembly on December 10th, 1991. See this statement in context.
Ministers' Statement 2-12(1): And Tabled Document 3-12(1)
Item 17: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
December 9th, 1991
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