Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I have a new question for the Minister of Health and Social Services. It has to do with my Member's statement earlier today with regard to the new program that the government has to put more mental health and addictions workers in communities. As I indicated earlier, the qualifications being asked under the contribution agreements are such that it really is sure to exclude most local people from taking on these positions. This raises two questions. One is not being able to provide employment opportunities that are available, but secondly these are important positions that really should have community attachment and this would have a potential for alienating some of the community people. So I would like to know from the Minister what is the rationale behind this sort of requirement? Thank you.
Sandy Lee on Question 183-15(3): Mental Health Addictions Program
In the Legislative Assembly on May 31st, 2004. See this statement in context.
Question 183-15(3): Mental Health Addictions Program
Item 6: Oral Questions
May 30th, 2004
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