Thank you, Madam Speaker. Today I would like to speak about the current situation in Hall Beach. This is a community with a population of 526. These 526 people feel that they have been forgotten by the Government of the Northwest Territories.
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In the Legislative Assembly on February 24th, 1994. See this topic in context.
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Shame, shame.
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Titus Allooloo Amittuq
The people of Hall Beach are not untouched by the many economic and social problems that exist in our northern communities. They are problems that require immediate attention, but what makes this community stand out is its appalling lack of services which would otherwise enable the people to take advantage of opportunities, obtain information and cope with their problems. I must say, Madam Speaker, I cannot blame this community for feeling neglected by the Government of the Northwest Territories.
At the moment, they do not have a social worker, a renewable resource officer, an economic development officer, an outreach worker or an adult educator.
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Some Hon. Members
Shame, shame.
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Titus Allooloo Amittuq
Although the economic development officer from Igloolik makes occasional visits, this is absolutely not acceptable for a community of this size. Also, Hall Beach does not have an arena and their community hall is badly in need of repair. This situation has gone on far too long already and it is time for the Government of the Northwest Territories to face immediate action to address these urgent needs.
I will be pursuing this matter vigorously during this session.
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The Speaker
Thank you. Item 3, Member's statements. The honourable Member for Deh Cho, Mr. Gargan.