There was a concern raised, and it was raised at the last Beaufort/Delta divisional board meeting, about the clause and the offence, then the fine of $500. There was a concern about the permissiveness of the act to persecute people. I hope it's not the intent, because a lot of the people in the communities where this would come into effect ... This may impact a lot of aboriginal people who may not have $500; therefore, may end up being criminals because their son or daughter doesn't attend school regularly.
Fred Koe on Committee Motion 77-12(7): To Amend Clause 27 Of Bill 25, Carried
In the Legislative Assembly on June 19th, 1995. See this statement in context.
Committee Motion 77-12(7): To Amend Clause 27 Of Bill 25, Carried
Item 19: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
June 19th, 1995
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Fred Koe Inuvik
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