Thank you, Mr. Speaker. My question is to the Minister of Social Services. Mr. Speaker, the Minister
has indicated the food cost survey was conducted by the Bureau of Statistics. As a result, it appears, particularly in the Kitikmeot region, this has resulted in a decrease of funding for social assistance food allowance. Since this has been a concern, I'd like to say to the Minister, at the very least, we believe the food allowances should have stayed the same and not decreased. Will she look at these new food rates that have been approved by her department as of October 1, and increase the food allowances, particularly in the communities that have been decreased? Thank you.