The program we have now for providing for a casket is for the indigent only, which means people on income support. There is a very specific amount of money that is allocated for that. The problem is when the families want to go with something more costly, because they want to, as the Member said, do the best for their families. We currently do not have a program that would do that. Lots of back and forth that goes on is that staff are clear about what they are able to purchase. It’s the people who want to do more and we do not have programs for that. If the Member wants to pursue that and work with committee, I will be prepared to look at that. Thank you.
Sandy Lee on Question 135-16(5): Medical Travel And Escort Policy
In the Legislative Assembly on May 14th, 2010. See this statement in context.
Question 135-16(5): Medical Travel And Escort Policy
Oral Questions
May 13th, 2010
Range Lake
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