In the Legislative Assembly on February 20th, 1995. See this topic in context.

Question 112-12(7): Assistance With Income Tax Forms In Regions
Item 7: Oral Questions

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John Ningark Natilikmiot

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, my question is directed to the honourable Premier of this government. During my recent visit to Gjoa Haven, one of the concerns that was brought to my attention regarded income tax forms and UIC forms received by recipients in small communities across the territories. The concern being that most of the recipients are not able to read English. Sometimes very important information ends up on the shelf or in file 13, never to be seen again. One of the solutions that was brought to my attention at that meeting was perhaps that the federal government should provide PYs in each region to help those people who need help. My question to the honourable Premier is would the Premier undertake to contact our federal counterparts to see if it is possible to have manpower in each region under the payroll of the federal government? Thank you.

Question 112-12(7): Assistance With Income Tax Forms In Regions
Item 7: Oral Questions

February 19th, 1995

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The Speaker Samuel Gargan

Madam Premier.

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Item 7: Oral Questions

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Nellie Cournoyea Nunakput

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. What I have done is discuss with my colleagues ways and means to solve the problem. Certainly, it is a federal responsibility and I will follow up on the suggestion and the concerns the Member raised. I haven't done all the work that is necessary but I will convey the message very seriously on behalf of the people having difficulties. I will try to get some response out of the Minister in Ottawa in a week's time. Thank you.

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The Speaker Samuel Gargan

Thank you. Item 7, oral questions. Mr. Koe.