I am not trying to evade the question. I can't speak on behalf of the corporations but certainly, in discussions with them, they have indicated that an important part of their corporate strategy, if you want, in the development of this industry, is the recognition that there has to be significant benefits and job opportunities accrued to northerners. I have indicated as loud and as very clear as I can be that this is an important issue and if it wants the GNWT's support, it has to be negotiated to the development of these mines. Hence, the reason, to some extent, for trying to move expeditiously in trying to get some legislative control through the mining accord. So, I think that in the 1990s, there is a recognition by the major developers that they have to behave in a responsible manner. But from what I understand, there is no specific policy that says they will hire north first versus going south or something to that effect, if that is what the honourable Member is looking for. Thank you.
John Todd on Question 290-12(5): Hiring Policies Of Diamond Mining Companies
In the Legislative Assembly on March 15th, 1994. See this statement in context.
Further Return To Question 290-12(5): Hiring Policies Of Diamond Mining Companies
Question 290-12(5): Hiring Policies Of Diamond Mining Companies
Item 5: Oral Questions
March 14th, 1994
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John Todd Keewatin Central
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