(Translation) Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I will be speaking in Inuktitut. In the community of Arctic Bay when there was a fire, it is regrettable that there was no ready emergency response. Training is provided through MACA for fire emergencies and how to respond correctly as well. People have to be responsible when handling fires and when responding to fire emergencies. Apparatus, such as fire extinguishers should be inspected and ensured that they are in up to date form, whether it be fire preventative clothing. These are all issues of concern, and as far as the fire equipment goes in Arctic Bay, if the equipment is not adequate, then these things should be reported to the Assistant Fire Marshal who is in charge of the communities in the Baffin region. These things should be reported immediately to this person so that they can be looked after as soon as possible. We will look at the concern the Member raised and I will ensure that my officials look into this problem in his community. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. (Translation ends).
Manitok Thompson on Question 92-13(5): Funding For Community Firefighting
In the Legislative Assembly on January 23rd, 1998. See this statement in context.
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Question 92-13(5): Funding For Community Firefighting
Item 6: Oral Questions
January 22nd, 1998
Page 293
Manitok Thompson Aivilik
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