Oral questions. Supplementary, Mr. Erasmus.
Debates of Oct. 9th, 1997
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Further Return To Question 637-13(4): Tax Credit Investment Program
Question 637-13(4): Tax Credit Investment Program
Item 6: Oral Questions
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The Speaker Samuel Gargan
Supplementary To Question 637-13(4): Tax Credit Investment Program
Question 637-13(4): Tax Credit Investment Program
Item 6: Oral Questions
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Roy Erasmus Yellowknife North
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, in regard to another recommendation from the investment package, there seems to be some concerns about the Aurora Fund. I wonder if the Minister would arrange for the Ordinary Members to have an update on the Aurora Fund and the new fund as well.
Supplementary To Question 637-13(4): Tax Credit Investment Program
Question 637-13(4): Tax Credit Investment Program
Item 6: Oral Questions
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The Speaker Samuel Gargan
Mr. Todd.
Further Return To Question 637-13(4): Tax Credit Investment Program
Question 637-13(4): Tax Credit Investment Program
Item 6: Oral Questions
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John Todd Keewatin Central
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I did try to clarify my return to oral question the day some of the concerns were raised by my honourable colleague, Mr. Ootes and my other honourable colleague, Mr. Picco. Yes. I have actually written to all Members of the House and asked them if they would like a briefing. When I get their responses, we will bring everybody up-to-date, assure them and try to answer whatever concerns. Of course, we will take any praise that they may wish to heap on us for the success of this program. Thank you.
Further Return To Question 637-13(4): Tax Credit Investment Program
Question 637-13(4): Tax Credit Investment Program
Item 6: Oral Questions
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The Speaker Samuel Gargan
Thank you. Oral questions. Mr. Rabesca.
Question 638-13(4): Improvements To Highway 3
Item 6: Oral Questions
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James Rabesca North Slave
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, earlier during my Member's statement I talked about the improvements that have been completed on Highway 3. It is my understanding that we will not be able to enjoy a totally paved Highway 3 from Fort Providence to Rae Access Road until next spring. I would like to ask the Minister responsible for the Department of Transportation, the Honourable Mr. Antoine, if this is true.
Question 638-13(4): Improvements To Highway 3
Item 6: Oral Questions
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The Speaker Samuel Gargan
The Minister of Transportation, Mr. Antoine.
Return To Question 638-13(4): Improvements To Highway 3
Question 638-13(4): Improvements To Highway 3
Item 6: Oral Questions
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Jim Antoine Nahendeh
Mahsi, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, it is true that the contractors were unable to finish about nine kilometres of the chip sealing between Kilometre 145 and 154 between Rae/Edzo and Fort Providence. It is incomplete. The contractors ran into some weather conditions. It was very wet this summer and they were unable to complete that section because of the lateness in the year. The intention here is to come back next summer or early next spring and complete that section and finish the chip sealing. Thank you.
Return To Question 638-13(4): Improvements To Highway 3
Question 638-13(4): Improvements To Highway 3
Item 6: Oral Questions
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The Speaker Samuel Gargan
Oral questions. Supplementary, Mr. Rabesca.
Supplementary To Question 638-13(4): Improvements To Highway 3
Question 638-13(4): Improvements To Highway 3
Item 6: Oral Questions
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James Rabesca North Slave
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I would also like to ask the Minister, are the funds for the completion of this section in place and will they be there for the next construction season? Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
Supplementary To Question 638-13(4): Improvements To Highway 3
Question 638-13(4): Improvements To Highway 3
Item 6: Oral Questions
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The Speaker Samuel Gargan
Thank you. Two questions. Mr. Antoine.
Further Return To Question 638-13(4): Improvements To Highway 3
Question 638-13(4): Improvements To Highway 3
Item 6: Oral Questions
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Jim Antoine Nahendeh
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, in this project there was some competition so the company that is responsible for building this road was the lowest bidder. It is in the contract to complete the road, and yes, as part of the conditions of the contract, he has to finish this section of the road. Thank you.
Further Return To Question 638-13(4): Improvements To Highway 3
Question 638-13(4): Improvements To Highway 3
Item 6: Oral Questions
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The Speaker Samuel Gargan
Thank you. Oral questions. Mr. Enuaraq.
Question 639-13(4): Pangnirtung School Construction
Item 6: Oral Questions
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Tommy Enuaraq Baffin Central
(Translation) Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I will be speaking in Inuktitut. Earlier last spring the school in Pangnirtung burnt down to the ground. My question to the Minister of Education, Culture and Employment concerns the construction of a new school. I would like to know how well this construction is going. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. (Translation ends)
Question 639-13(4): Pangnirtung School Construction
Item 6: Oral Questions
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The Speaker Samuel Gargan
The Minister responsible for Education, Culture and Employment, Mr. Dent.
Return To Question 639-13(4): Pangnirtung School Construction
Question 639-13(4): Pangnirtung School Construction
Item 6: Oral Questions
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Charles Dent Yellowknife Frame Lake
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, as far as I am aware, the construction is pretty well on target. The expectation is that the school will be ready for occupancy some time in the fall of 1998. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
Return To Question 639-13(4): Pangnirtung School Construction
Question 639-13(4): Pangnirtung School Construction
Item 6: Oral Questions
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The Speaker Samuel Gargan
Oral questions. Mr. Miltenberger.
Question 640-13(4): Activities Of The Council Of Ministers Of Education
Item 6: Oral Questions
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Michael Miltenberger Thebacha
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. My question is addressed to the Minister of Education, Culture and Employment. It is in relation to the Minister's statement he made today on the activities of the Council of Ministers of Education for Canada. As he points out, he raises number of issues of concern to the Northwest Territories. He states that public concern about how to improve accountability in the education system is growing. Could the Minister elaborate on the general thrust of how the Ministers intend to address that critical issue? Thank you.
Question 640-13(4): Activities Of The Council Of Ministers Of Education
Item 6: Oral Questions
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The Speaker Samuel Gargan
The Minister of Education, Culture and Employment, Mr. Dent.
Return To Question 640-13(4): Activities Of The Council Of Ministers Of Education
Question 640-13(4): Activities Of The Council Of Ministers Of Education
Item 6: Oral Questions
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Charles Dent Yellowknife Frame Lake
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, as Members of this House will know the Northwest Territories participates in the School Achievement Indicators Program, which is administered by CMEC. That is the primary area in which we participate with them on accountability measures. The results from the last round of testing should be released in December or January this winter. The Northwest Territories will be participating in the next round of testing in three subject areas, one per year starting next spring. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
Return To Question 640-13(4): Activities Of The Council Of Ministers Of Education
Question 640-13(4): Activities Of The Council Of Ministers Of Education
Item 6: Oral Questions
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The Speaker Samuel Gargan
Thank you. Oral questions. Supplementary, Mr. Miltenberger.
Supplementary To Question 640-13(4): Activities Of The Council Of Ministers Of Education
Question 640-13(4): Activities Of The Council Of Ministers Of Education
Item 6: Oral Questions
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Michael Miltenberger Thebacha
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. The Minister also raises the issue of improving student achievement in key subjects is another key area of interest. Could the Minister elaborate on how that is going to be approached, which is another issue of great significance to the students and people of the Northwest Territories? Thank you.
Supplementary To Question 640-13(4): Activities Of The Council Of Ministers Of Education
Question 640-13(4): Activities Of The Council Of Ministers Of Education
Item 6: Oral Questions
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The Speaker Samuel Gargan
Mr. Dent.
Further Return To Question 640-13(4): Activities Of The Council Of Ministers Of Education
Question 640-13(4): Activities Of The Council Of Ministers Of Education
Item 6: Oral Questions
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Charles Dent Yellowknife Frame Lake
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, as I mentioned in my statement earlier today, one area in which we are moving is to work with other jurisdictions to establish key standards or expectations for student achievement. For instance, we will be unveiling on the 15th of October, pan-Canadian standards in the area of science. It will give all jurisdictions across Canada, certain levels of knowledge that students should achieve at different grades. That allows each of the jurisdictions to then tailor their curriculum to ensure students can demonstrate success in those areas.
We have also participated with the western consortium which is the four western provinces and the Yukon, to develop a common math curriculum which is being implemented this year in the Northwest Territories. We continue to work with other jurisdictions on developing common curriculum and expectations, so we can demonstrate portability in that people can move from one jurisdiction to another and ensure not only educators, but the public have a clear understanding of what students are expected to know at each level of school. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
Further Return To Question 640-13(4): Activities Of The Council Of Ministers Of Education
Question 640-13(4): Activities Of The Council Of Ministers Of Education
Item 6: Oral Questions
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The Speaker Samuel Gargan
Oral questions. Supplementary, Mr. Miltenberger.