I am really sorry to hear that that program will be coming to an end. It's one that could show some very positive results. On the integrated service model, I would like to ask the Minister the justification behind not wanting licensed alcohol and drug workers involved in that integrated service model. I know that the department comes back and says they want to make them community workers or wellness workers, but I don't think an alcohol and drug counsellor that's licensed has the capabilities of dealing with a mental health problem, and I don't think a mental health expert has the tools to deal with an alcohol and drug victim or patient. I would just like to ask the Minister how does he justify that we can treat alcohol and drugs, but we don't need to recognize them as a profession? Thank you, Mr. Chairman.
Paul Delorey on Revert To Item 20: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
In the Legislative Assembly on March 23rd, 2004. See this statement in context.
Revert To Item 20: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
Revert To Item 20: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
March 22nd, 2004
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