There are at least three things, Mr. Speaker, we are looking at. One is the liability issue. The second one is the fact that our NWT resident act says medical travel by many different ways. Some of them are covered by third-party insurance, like government employees. They are covered by a third party. NIHB receives the benefit in a different way than we have extended health benefits that go to seniors and those who make under $80,000. Those who make over $80,000 have different programs. It is often the case, whenever you look at these health issues, there are a lot more wrinkles to it. The third thing is, Mr. Speaker, it is true right now under this economy, some rental fees are cheaper than taking cabs, but that depends on the distance and size of the vehicle and everything else that is involved. Those are the things that, Mr. Speaker, we are looking at. We are looking at that. I should be able to give the Member a more definitive answer shortly. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
Sandy Lee on Question 83-16(4): Amending Medical Travel Policy To Include Vehicle Rental
In the Legislative Assembly on October 26th, 2009. See this statement in context.
Question 83-16(4): Amending Medical Travel Policy To Include Vehicle Rental
Oral Questions (Reversion)
October 25th, 2009
Range Lake
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