Mr. Speaker, thanks to the Minister. I know there are a number of groups and significant movers and shakers that have been involved in programs in the past. I am sure they are being consulted, so I’ll appreciate that information.
The Minister has written to tell me that the ITI regional offices in the North and South Slave and Deh Cho will take on responsibility for delivering the Small Foods Program, and the ITI agricultural consultant will do full implementation in the Beau-Del and support the Sahtu office.
As the new season soon gets underway, could the Minister commit to ensuring community partnership components figure largely in this year’s program delivery – and I urge the Minister to refer to my statement earlier today – and that program reporting will include specifics on community partnerships, mentoring and real capacity building? Mahsi.