Based on the information here, the student would be considered absent if they weren't excused. But I'll ask Ms. Whitehouse to help me out in clarifying this particular matter.
Richard Nerysoo on Committee Motion 76-12(7): To Amend Clause 15 Of Bill 25, Carried
In the Legislative Assembly on June 19th, 1995. See this statement in context.
Committee Motion 76-12(7): To Amend Clause 15 Of Bill 25, Carried
Item 19: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
June 19th, 1995
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Richard Nerysoo Mackenzie Delta
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