Thank you, Madam Speaker. As Minister, I haven't taken a position for or against the initiative that has been proposed. The department has not supported the initiative in terms of its final decisions or conclusions. I think that the point the honourable Member made earlier is an important consideration when making any final decisions, because we still have to address the whole issue in terms of its constitutional implications. We have to also regard its enforceability and the possible impact on health policies surrounding prenatal care. Those are all components that have to be addressed before we reach a final position. I would suggest to the honourable Member, while I recognize the importance of the issue, that I think it's premature on my part, without concluding and providing this House with the legislative action paper, to make any conclusive decisions. I would think that the consultation process should come up, in the final analysis, with its recommendation on the legislation.
Richard Nerysoo on Question 116-12(6): Proposal To Ban Liquor Sales To Pregnant Women
In the Legislative Assembly on October 13th, 1994. See this statement in context.
Further Return To Question 116-12(6): Proposal To Ban Liquor Sales To Pregnant Women
Question 116-12(6): Proposal To Ban Liquor Sales To Pregnant Women
Item 6: Oral Questions
October 12th, 1994
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Richard Nerysoo Mackenzie Delta
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