Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Yes, I know there were some obstacles to getting the midwifery program off the ground in Hay River and that is, in my opinion, unfortunate. But I don't speak for the health board or the physicians or however that decision was arrived at, and I don't want to second guess their reasons. I'm sure they had their reasons. Right now, under the assistance that is provided to expectant mothers, unless you're staying in the boarding home, I believe the rate that they can receive for their accommodation and meals and so on here in Yellowknife is $50 a day, which, obviously, isn't enough. It would just be a lot more efficient and a lot more economical if there was a place designated that could be used for people that are waiting. I'm thinking that if the health board did come forward with a proposal -- and it's probably something that's already identified in the Hay River health board budget -- would the Minister be supportive of such a proposal? Thank you, Mr. Chairman.
Jane Groenewegen on Item 20: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
In the Legislative Assembly on February 10th, 2006. 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 9th, 2006
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