Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I wonder if I could get clarification. On page 19 it says, "The Department of Health must be given every possible encouragement to continue with implementation of its `Northwest Territories Way' model for health delivery and rationalization of hospital facilities." Let us say hypothetically that I disagree with that particular recommendation and cabinet agrees with that recommendation. What process is there in this discussion, in the review of this, for me to express my position in a vote? I know I have spoken on a number of occasions on the "Northwest Territories Way" because my constituents have asked me to. I am not convinced that reducing the level of service of health is the answer. I do, however, recognize that it is the largest financial commitment of the budget. However, I am not prepared to support the Northwest Territories model if it is going to jeopardize the health of the constituents that I represent. What I am wondering is, where is the process for me to express to this government, with this document, that I wish this government not to proceed with the "Northwest Territories Way"? I am using it hypothetically; Is there a process?
John Todd on Item 18: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
In the Legislative Assembly on February 26th, 1992. See this statement in context.
Item 18: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
Item 18: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
February 25th, 1992
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John Todd Keewatin Central
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