Well, I can't speak for the federal government. From the discussions that we've had, the indication is that they're prepared to sit down and negotiate the new arrangement. However, the Minister of Finance, the Honourable Paul Martin, is making an awful lot of decisions these days at the federal level. And, who knows; as far as I'm aware, right now the federal government is prepared to sit down at the table and try to negotiate a new EDA agreement that would enhance and add to the economic activity that is required in this part of the country. Thank you.
John Todd on Question 295-12(6): Status Of Economic Development Agreement
In the Legislative Assembly on October 31st, 1994. See this statement in context.
Further Return To Question 295-12(6): Status Of Economic Development Agreement
Question 295-12(6): Status Of Economic Development Agreement
Item 6: Oral Questions
October 30th, 1994
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John Todd Keewatin Central
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