Mr. Speaker, it was not the intent when I said that I would involve the standing committee, that I would embark on an expensive road show. I have no money in the budget for a consultative process. I would much rather examine with the standing committee where we go from here before agreeing to do that. If we have any money to spare, I would rather see it put into the program rather than into the review process. I have met with advocates such as Alternatives North to talk about the program. I think I know what the concerns are. I would like to hear from MLAs who represent the public on the standing committee, what they feel the concerns are with the program, and then discuss with the standing committee where we might make some changes. I have no intention of embarking on an expensive public process. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
Charles Dent on Question 61-15(3): National Child Benefit Supplement Clawback
In the Legislative Assembly on March 23rd, 2004. See this statement in context.
Further Return To Question 61-15(3): National Child Benefit Supplement Clawback
Question 61-15(3): National Child Benefit Supplement Clawback
Item 6: Oral Questions
March 22nd, 2004
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