Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, we continue to work on the development of the funding model that we hope will strengthen the ability of existing shelters to deliver services in an equitable manner throughout the Northwest Territories.
The department does remain in close contact with the shelter network about the work being done, and hearing their perspectives on that process and the formula, as well. Department staff did attend meetings with the shelter staff within the last couple of weeks, where we had an opportunity to discuss the formula, as well as the operational standards.
Mr. Speaker, we continue to move forward. Any funding implications with respect to adopting the standards and the model will be considered in the upcoming business planning process for next fiscal year. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.