Thank you, Mr. Chairman. The Standing Committee on Social Programs conducted its public review and clause-by-clause consideration of Bill 1 on May 12, 2010, in Yellowknife. The committee heard no concerns from the public during this review. The Members thank the Minister and her staff for presenting the bill.
This bill amends the Veterinary Profession Act to provide an applicant for registration in the veterinarian register who is not already registered as a veterinarian in the province or territory. They must have been granted a certificate of qualification upon successful completion of examinations set by
the National Examining Board of the Canadian Veterinarian Medical Association.
In addition, this bill amends some provisions about registration fees to ensure consistency, and updates terminology relating to the veterinarian profession to reflect contemporary usage. There are also some small changes to clauses to conform to prevailing drafting practices. Finally, the bill includes consequential amendments to the Herd and Fencing Act, the Pharmacy Act and the new Medical Profession Act.
During the clause-by-clause consideration, the committee and the Minister agreed to a minor non-substantive amendment to the bill. Following the committee’s review, a motion was carried to report Bill 1 to the Legislative Assembly as ready for consideration in Committee of the Whole as amended and printed.
This concludes committee’s opening comments on Bill 1. Individual Members may have additional questions or comments as we proceed. Thank you, Mr. Chairman.