We want to ensure that we have a commission that represents people of the Northwest Territories. If you look at clause 4(5) it says, “The Minister shall, in appointing Commission members, consider the diversity of the population and the gender balance of the Northwest Territories…” So we intend to take into consideration and make sure we have regional representation, gender representation, so that all people of the Northwest Territories are fairly represented. The commission will then have an opportunity to work with the executive director to set some priorities in how services will be provided. This act will give the commission the tools they need to make the changes in the office to improve the access to justice in the Northwest Territories.
Glen Abernethy on Consideration in Committee of the Whole of Bills and Other Matters
In the Legislative Assembly on November 2nd, 2012. See this statement in context.
Consideration in Committee of the Whole of Bills and Other Matters
Consideration in Committee of the Whole of Bills and Other Matters
November 1st, 2012
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