Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, while my colleagues are talking about a communicating line problem in the territories, I want to talk about the same issue, which relates to the Kitikmeot region. Mr. Speaker, when I attended the Kitikmeot Leaders' Forum in Cambridge Bay, that took place from November 13 to 15, many issues I indicated yesterday were discussed. One of the important issues, I think, was the communication line in the Kitikmeot region. Mr. Speaker, communication is critical, especially in the smaller remote communities. The Kitikmeot Leaders' Forum recognizes, Mr. Speaker, the Kitikmeot region have continually experienced problems when attempting to call outside half the communities. Mr. Speaker, the isolated communities of the Kitikmeot region depend on a reliable communications system. Mr. Speaker, the Kitikmeot Leaders' Forum were looking for the alternative means of communication that can be accessed in emergency situations. Mr. Speaker, at the appropriate time, I will be asking the Minister of Health for alternative communication solutions in the event of a medical problem in
John Ningark on Member's Statement 141-13(6): Concerns Regarding Communications Infrastructure
In the Legislative Assembly on November 6th, 1998. See this statement in context.
Member's Statement 141-13(6): Concerns Regarding Communications Infrastructure
Item 3: Members' Statements
November 5th, 1998
Page 295
John Ningark Natilikmiot
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