Thank you, Mr. Speaker. My question is directed to the Minister of Social Services. I know that he is not in attendance today, so I will be directing my question to the Government Leader on the Minister's behalf.
I have been approached by a mother in my constituency regarding the need for a special needs centre within the Kitikmeot region. One mother who lives in Spence Bay, has to travel all the way to Hay River, in order to receive therapy or specialized treatment for her child.
I know this is a very tedious and tiresome undertaking for both the mother and the child. I would like to know if the department has any plans to put a handicapped, special needs facility within the region, preferably in Cambridge Bay?