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Historical Information Jake Ootes is no longer a member of the Legislative Assembly.

Last in the Legislative Assembly November 2003, as MLA for Yellowknife Centre

Won his last election, in 1999, with 61% of the vote.

Statements in the House

Bill 1: Supplementary Appropriation Act, No. 2, 1995-96 February 18th, 1996

Is there a time frame attached to the expenditure of the $18 million?

Bill 1: Supplementary Appropriation Act, No. 2, 1995-96 February 18th, 1996

I'm concerned about the potential liability if a lot of communities come forward next year to apply, we could potentially add another $3 million there which would really impact on our financial position. The Minister referred to the fact that they could look at doing this differently in the future, and I'm wondering if that could be taken under consideration to advise communities to get your programs in ahead of time so that we can plan ahead of time so that we know where we're going financially, especially since so many comments have been made about special warrants and unwarranted expenditures. Thank you.

Bill 1: Supplementary Appropriation Act, No. 2, 1995-96 February 18th, 1996

Thank you, Madam Chair. My question relates to the harvesters' assistance program and the fact that there is a liability of a total of $18 million over the years. Has the government budgeted any amounts in the next year's main appropriations?

Bill 1: Supplementary Appropriation Act, No. 2, 1995-96 February 18th, 1996

Thank you, Madam Chair. Is this a fixed rate that is fixed for the term of the revolving loan?

Bill 1: Supplementary Appropriation Act, No. 2, 1995-96 February 18th, 1996

What is the interest rate that the Government of the NWT pays to borrow money?

Question 59-13(2): Government Employees Attending Awg February 18th, 1996

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. My question is for the Minister of Municipal and Community Affairs with regard to the Arctic Winter Games. There is a tremendous concern about our projected deficit in the Territories and I would like to know from the Minister if she could advise us how many government personnel may be slated to go out to the Arctic Winter Games and how many personnel from this Legislature may be going from the Executive. Thank you.

Question 43-13(2): Responsibility For Final Decision On Nunatta Program Transfers February 15th, 1996

Will the present staff be offered the opportunity to transfer to new locations?

Question 43-13(2): Responsibility For Final Decision On Nunatta Program Transfers February 15th, 1996

Could the Minister tell me how many staff might be affected by this?

Question 43-13(2): Responsibility For Final Decision On Nunatta Program Transfers February 15th, 1996

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I guess I'm still concerned and I'm somewhat confused as to what the cost factor of this may be. Could the Minister clarify that for me?