Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Mr. Chairman, the Standing Committee on Social
Programs conducted its public review of Bill 5 on Monday, May 17, 2010, in Yellowknife. Committee members thank the Minister and his staff for presenting the bill. Committee also heard a presentation by Mr. Manual George regarding Bill 5 and would like to thank him for taking time to present his thoughtful comments.
The bill repeals and replaces the Apprenticeship, Trade and Occupations Certificate Act. It provides a framework for certification of apprentices in designated trades and trainees in designated occupations.
Following committee’s review, a motion was carried to report Bill 5 to the Legislative Assembly as ready for consideration in Committee of the Whole. Committee did identify a minor typographical error in Bill 5 and Mr. Bromley, a member of Social Programs committee, will be introducing a motion at the appropriate time to correct the error.
This concludes committee’s opening comments on Bill 5. Individual Members may have additional questions or comments as we proceed. Thank you, Mr. Chairman.