Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, Rae-Edzo used to have a cottage hospital that operated 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Before it was closed, many members of the communities that I represent were able to receive medical attention without travelling far away from home. Relatives could come and visit them and offer support in their time of need.
Mr. Speaker, having your family and loved ones around you should not be a luxury but often, families go broke when they have to travel to be with their loved ones, especially if these people are in the hospital for an extended stay. Sometimes, there is no place for families to stay in Yellowknife because they cannot afford hotels or find relatives they can stay with.
Mr. Speaker, when people have to travel to Yellowknife or Hay River for treatment or for an appointment, they often have to find a babysitter and make arrangements for an overnight stay, even though the appointment may be for only 15 minutes for a follow-up appointment. Mr. Speaker, what is this government doing to provide more health services in the smaller communities?
I will have questions for the Minister during question period, Mr. Speaker. Thank you.
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