Mr. Speaker, I think it would be up to that individual to try and make arrangements to pay off their arrears. Otherwise, if we did make a special case for an individual like the one that the Member is talking about, what of the 70 to 100 families in Iqaluit that are waiting for a house and that have no arrears and that pay their rent on time. That would be my response.
Goo Arlooktoo on Question 175-13(4): Eligibility For Social Housing When In Arrears
In the Legislative Assembly on January 30th, 1997. See this statement in context.
Further Return To Question 175-13(4): Eligibility For Social Housing When In Arrears
Question 175-13(4): Eligibility For Social Housing When In Arrears
Item 6: Oral Questions
January 29th, 1997
Page 291
Goo Arlooktoo Baffin South
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