Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I think it is important to clarify there are no VLTs in the Northwest Territories, video lottery terminals. It is my understanding that there is a serious concern now being raised in eastern Canada and Alberta, about the effect of video lotteries on people, and the impact it has on them. I am not prepared, with 22 months left, to look at taxing these kinds of initiatives that Mr. Picco said. I have far greater things to do in the coming 22 months to ensure that, one: we get a good sound, solid, fiscal framework for the two new Territories; two: that we meet the budget targets that we have set; and three: we get some people to work through some creative thinking with some of my colleagues and try to access federal government funding. I am saying to my honourable colleague that at this time, I do not have the time, energy or interest in moving forward on it. If he wishes to get the support of his colleagues, bring forward a motion in support of this House, we will reconsider. Thank you.
John Todd on Question 107-13(4): Revenue Generation Through Taxes On Gambling
In the Legislative Assembly on January 23rd, 1997. See this statement in context.
Final Return To Question 107-13(4): Revenue Generation Through Taxes On Gambling
Question 107-13(4): Revenue Generation Through Taxes On Gambling
Item 6: Oral Questions
January 22nd, 1997
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John Todd Keewatin Central
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