The Government of the Northwest Territories is relying more and more upon alternative service providers to deliver programs. There is little or no control over the operations of service providers yet, should the delivery system fail, the government is ultimately responsible. The committee would like to point out that many non-government organizations have indicated a need for multi-year funding to assist them in their long range planning. It is imperative that monitoring and tracking systems be in place to accommodate this initiative.
The committee also felt that it was necessary that adequate funding, training and facilities accompany the devolution of programs and services to communities and non-government organizations.