I didn't want to get into the Arctic College program transfers so I didn't bring them up. I just wanted to say that I agree with the Minister about trying to maintain a balance in Arctic College program delivery. However, after reviewing the main estimates, nowhere in the main estimates did I see the Minister or his department trying to achieve this balance by fair distribution of all the trades programs that are currently not offered in Nunavut. I agree with Mr. Ningark that programs that are not now offered in Nunavut should be transferred by the Minister. I'm sure that the Minister, in his conscientious way, will be moving very expeditiously on this matter. As the Minister, the Arctic College boards answer to him. Ultimately, it is the Minister who will decide, with consultation from the boards, when/where/what will be transferred. I know that the Minister will be looking at that in his fairness so that, as he just said, and I quote: "...fairness throughout the Territories." I'm sure that the Minister will be very fair in making sure that there is equitable distribution of programs that are not currently available anywhere in the Nunavut settlement area. Thank you, Mr. Chairman.
Edward Picco on Bill 11: Appropriation Act, 1996-97
In the Legislative Assembly on May 6th, 1996. See this statement in context.
Bill 11: Appropriation Act, 1996-97
Item 20: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
May 5th, 1996
Page 226
Edward Picco Iqaluit
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