Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, my question is for the Minister responsible for the Department of Health and Social Services, the Honourable Jane Groenewegen. In my Member's statement, I outlined the dilemma one of my constituents faced by being short of funds and in need of medical attention. Another obstacle this person faces is in her ability to get to and from the hospital while she is in Yellowknife. The policy for medical travel provides for transportation to clients who are from out of town. However, if they relocate to Yellowknife, they are no longer eligible for assistance, even though they may not have access to a car or the money for a taxi.

This situation needs to be addressed, particularly in the cases of life-threatening illnesses. What provisions are there for people needing medical travel who have relocated to Yellowknife for special medical treatments? Thank you, Mr. Speaker.