Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, it is a contract that we perform on behalf of the federal government for a responsibility which they hold. We did not feel that it was appropriate to spend an extra $1 million per year of Northwest Territories money in order to subsidize this, which is a responsibility of the federal government. If the administration of this contract and the delivery of these services is taken on by another agency, we will do everything to ensure the orderly transition, with due care given to the fact that we do not want it to affect the recipients of the program. Thank you.
Jane Groenewegen on Question 322-14(3): Non-insured Health Benefits
In the Legislative Assembly on February 16th, 2001. See this statement in context.
Further Return To Question 322-14(3): Non-insured Health Benefits
Question 322-14(3): Non-insured Health Benefits
Item 6: Oral Questions
February 15th, 2001
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