Mr. Speaker, I agree with the intention of the Member's preamble and question. I think the employee should be placed where they can be most effective in their job. Certainly there is no intention to consider placing everybody in Yellowknife. I think if we take oil and gas positions, for example, they can be and should be located where they can be most effective. I expect that is most likely in the areas where there are oil and gas activities. So our government's intention continues to be to build regional capacity. We intend to continue doing that. We will continue to urge the federal government to work with us, as well as with their employees, in maybe moving north. Thank you.
Joe Handley on Question 333-14(3): Transfer Of Federal Government Employees To The Nwt
In the Legislative Assembly on February 19th, 2001. See this statement in context.
Further Return To Question 333-14(3): Transfer Of Federal Government Employees To The Nwt
Question 333-14(3): Transfer Of Federal Government Employees To The Nwt
Item 6: Oral Questions
February 18th, 2001
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