Mr. Chairman, because it is public money, there is a requirement to be diligent about what is provided in the form of assistance in areas where we feel there is some possibility of repayment. They try to encourage some agreement whereby small payments can be made. Where it is possible and where the person makes an income, it stays on the books for some time, largely because it is public money.
Stephen Kakfwi on Committee Motion 77-12(3): To Adopt Recommendation 14
In the Legislative Assembly on March 2nd, 1993. See this statement in context.
Committee Motion 77-12(3): To Adopt Recommendation 14
Item 19: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
March 1st, 1993
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