Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I would say it is safe to say that it is not even in the planning stage except for the fact that it is a conceptual project right now that is supported by the health board, supported by the ministry and supported by leaders in the region in trying to develop a facility that can hopefully reduce some of the travel and expand some of the services that may be available in the region if it is not available in the local community. The direction of this government is for health and social services. We are going to try to provide as much services as possible in their home communities so people do not have to leave and do not have to disrupt the normal routine of their lives in trying to receive treatment. Secondly, if that is the case where they do have to leave the community, then at least try to retain them within the region if it is economical to do so and if the service can be efficiently provided, Mr. Speaker. Failing that of course, going to the centre where the services would be available. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
Kelvin Ng on Question 623-13(4): Proposed Kitikmeot Regional Hospital
In the Legislative Assembly on October 8th, 1997. See this statement in context.
Further Return To Question 623-13(4): Proposed Kitikmeot Regional Hospital
Question 623-13(4): Proposed Kitikmeot Regional Hospital
Item 6: Oral Questions
October 7th, 1997
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Kelvin Ng Kitikmeot
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