Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I do recognize what the Member is saying. We do need to have treatment that does not create barriers to our residents, whether it is a culture or language barrier. We need to have treatment that is tailored to the needs of our people.

With regard to that, the department has undertaken an alternative programming initiative, and this planning process has been underway since April 1, 1999, and it is to develop comprehensive program options for children, youth, and families, as well as gender-sensitive healing and recovery programs.

In February 2000, the Initiative Steering Committee presented programming recommendations to the board, CEO's, and department senior management. The Member's question was is the Minister receptive to an addictions centre for the North Slave? I would like to say that I have received an invitation from the Dogrib people to attend and discuss this matter further with them, and I will be more than happy to do that. Also, I note that Anna Beals, the director of the Community Programs Dogrib Community Services Board is a member of the Alternative Programming Initiatives Steering Committee, and hopefully will have valuable input on that committee as we look at programming alternatives. Thank you.