Now I almost feel like I should stop asking questions so he can go and make that phone call. He could get back to us with answers. I am wondering if it could be the case that this profession hasn't been given enough attention. It seems like in a booming economy not just in the North, but everywhere. Professionals are in high demand. Architects and auditors, I am told, are in high demand. So I wonder if the Minister is aware...What kind of thought has been given to this profession? Has there been any analysis done in terms of the compensation and package that are offered to this profession? I would think that this department observes so many social workers. You need them. Whether they are child welfare workers or income support workers, you need them to deliver your programs. If you find that there is not enough people taking up the jobs and they are not going to school, you will have to constantly bring them up from down south. I am sure they are in high demand down south as well. Has there been any thought given to how to attract these people to give them better compensation and make it more competitive? Has there been any work like that done within the department? Thank you, Mr. Chairman.
Sandy Lee on Item 20: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
In the Legislative Assembly on February 17th, 2005. See this statement in context.
Item 20: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
Item 20: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
February 17th, 2005
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