My question will be directed to the honourable Minister Thompson, Minister of Municipal and Community Affairs. As you know and other Members of this House, I had concern on community empowerment since last year and I believe this is a significant priority to this government. I believe it is the right for the communities to accept more responsibilities and authorities for the future wellness of our communities and our residents. My constituencies of Grise Fjord, Resolute and Arctic Bay have shown a great deal of enthusiasm towards community empowerment. In doing so they feel there has been a problem in transfer of jurisdiction to the hamlet. My question is, can the Minister please tell me why the community of Arctic Bay received a total of $76,000 when the program was transferred in April, 1996 and today received less than the same position in just one year? Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
Levi Barnabas on Question 580-13(4): Community Empowerment In Arctic Bay
In the Legislative Assembly on October 3rd, 1997. See this statement in context.
Question 580-13(4): Community Empowerment In Arctic Bay
Item 6: Oral Questions
October 2nd, 1997
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Levi Barnabas High Arctic
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