Thank you, Mr. Chairman. The policing contract is paid to the RCMP in a split between the federal government and ourselves, 70/30. I believe, 70 for us and 30 percent that the federal government pays. The RCMP puts its plan together on where the RCMP should be and deals with its staff internally. The GNWT, generally, does not have involvement in that area. I am told that if we were to have involvement, if we were to suggest to the RCMP to put an RCMP member in a particular area, it would most likely mean additional expenses the GNWT would have to pay for.
Goo Arlooktoo on Committee Motion 16-13(5): Recommendation To Formulate A Strategic Plan For Policing In The Western Territory And Nunavut
In the Legislative Assembly on February 18th, 1998. See this statement in context.
Committee Motion 16-13(5): Recommendation To Formulate A Strategic Plan For Policing In The Western Territory And Nunavut
Item 19: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
February 18th, 1998
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Goo Arlooktoo Baffin South
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