Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Mr. Chairman, I do agree with the Member that if we could provide all the services in the North, it would be more ideal. Some of the referrals to southern institutions and southern placements are because people may require a very specialized treatment for perhaps more than one addiction and it becomes rather complex.
As I mentioned this morning in question period, we are working on an addictions and mental health framework that has been identified as a priority in our department's overall strategic plan. We do need to look at the issue of addictions and mental health in a holistic manner and look at the linkages with some of our other social workers. We will be working with the standing committee very shortly on this strategy. Thank you.