Thank you, Mr. Speaker. This is a reply to Mr. Antoine's question on Thursday, February 18, 1993.
Funding for non-insured health benefits for alcohol and drug treatment outside the Northwest Territories is provided, in full, by federal government contribution dollars. This program has had a financial ceiling on it for the last two years. Funding for this contribution agreement has been fully utilized before the end of each fiscal year.
The contribution agreement clearly states that this funding is provided solely for the treatment of the chemically dependent person. Unfortunately, this fund cannot be used to provide services for non-addicted family members.
While there is currently no family treatment available in the Northwest Territories, the Department of Social Services is currently reviewing options to consider the provision of family treatment services. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.