Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, the introduction of a new curriculum is a partnership between the department and the divisional education councils.

The department certainly does not pretend that it contributes 100 percent of the cost of instituting the new curriculum. We assist the education councils in that. One of the reasons for introducing a new curriculum is that it helps the education councils and partners to deliver a better program at the school level. I would concur with the Member that there have been some problems with the in-servicing this year. The department is planning to recognize that fact, in particular, with the introduction of new curricula by delaying the start for some and ensuring that when it does come to the in-service programs that they are better supported. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.