Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Mr. Chairman, from the debate that's occurring in the House at the present time, I think we're beginning to see the complexity of the situation. Mr. Koe asked me a question earlier this week
with regard to the MOUs and I said words to the effect that the situation differs across the Northwest Territories.
I think that is what is being reflected by the committee and their recommendation number three. Mr. Chairman, Mr. Zoe is also correct that we are treating boards differently and there has to be some ground rules, some memorandum of understanding. One of the reasons why I want to meet with the board chairs, before we put this memorandum of understanding to bed, is that there may be a standardized MOU between the GNWT Department of Health and the boards. We also have to recognize that some of those boards may want to have a little different twist on things, depending on their location, needs, expertise, and how much responsibility they wish to take on.
I just want the committee to know that I hear their concerns. I know the problem that is out there and I think you can rest assured that we will ultimately resolve this problem by direct negotiation between the boards and myself, taking into consideration the differences across the Northwest Territories. Thank you, Mr. Chairman.