It's a concern for me, as well, as Minister. I can tell you that we are actively looking to replace some of the border staff. Some of the border staff are having to go back to their home departments and do their regular job as we loosen restrictions in phase 2, especially if the summer is here. We are actively looking at hiring and training sufficient staff to man the borders for Protect Northwest Territories using a combination of redeployment of existing GNWT employees, summer, term, casual employees. It is a high priority for myself and the office of the Chief Public Health Officer, and we will do what it takes to make sure that we have adequate staffing levels to keep the Northwest Territories safe as we can. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
Diane Archie on Question 305-19(2): Status of Northwest Territories Borders
In the Legislative Assembly on June 9th, 2020. See this statement in context.
Question 305-19(2): Status of Northwest Territories Borders
Oral Questions
June 9th, 2020
Page 1078
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