Thank you, Mr. Chairman. There is no change. The amount is set the same for any student who applies for and qualifies for student financial assistance. This is an issue that's been raised in particular by people in the Beaufort-Delta and there was a concern that the higher costs of attending college in Inuvik is seen as an incentive for people to attend college outside of the Northwest Territories, and it's an area that I've agreed that we'll take a look at and may look at making some changes in the future. It's going to be too late for this year because of the timing, but it is an area that we are going to review and see whether or not there should be a difference in supporting students in particular for the college.
Charles Dent on Item 16: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
In the Legislative Assembly on February 14th, 2006. See this statement in context.
Item 16: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
Item 16: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
February 13th, 2006
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