Motion 40-12(1): Establishment Of The Special Committee On Health And Social Services   that we had a very serious financial climate in which we were operating. Since we had three major studies, if you like, one on education, one on housing and one on the economy, then perhaps if we do something on social issues we could perhaps deal with it in a different way to what we

Item 2: Opening Address   that are designed to maximize opportunities for northern-based construction companies and job opportunities for people wanting to participate in a wage economy. Your government considers these bills essential to the good conduct of government business. I particularly wish to recommend passage

Proposed Changes To Water And Sewage Subsidy Policy   fragile, developing economy. Thank you, Madam Speaker. ---Applause

Bill 18: Write-off Of Debts Act, 1993-94   carry a higher risk. This risk may be a necessary cost of stimulating the northern economy. However, the BCC still has a responsibility to minimize that risk and standing committee Members have been assured that the corporation and the department will address this important

Minister's Statement 57-12(5): Winning Partnerships   the Northwest Territories economy. In many cases, simple partnerships or joint ventures between government and businesses of individuals can go a long way in developing awareness of the north, which in turn can assist with the sales of the Northwest Territories products and services. Ms

Question 366-12(5): Increase To Water And Sewer Rates  Mahsi, Madam Speaker. Madam Speaker, my question will be directed to the Minister responsible for Municipal and Community Affairs. As I mentioned in my Member's statement, the subsidized water and sewer rates have had a positive impact on our northern economy, helping both

Question 351-12(5): Status Of Federal/territorial Agreement Re Employment Programs   that there is a tremendous opportunity here in the Northwest Territories to make a case to the federal government that can provide some sort of a combination of the traditional pursuits and the wage economy, I think we could probably provide a very interesting model here. I wonder if the Minister

Committee Motion 31-12(5): To Adopt Recommendation 10, Carried  I would just like to simply say, Mr. Chairman, that I'm delighted to hear of the Minister's commitments to move in this area. It has my full support and I think that this is an area where we can get positive results in a huge and growing Asian economy. Thank you.

Subsidies For Small Businesses   limits on loans and subsidies to respect the real economy. Recently, Madam Speaker, I have dared to ask a few questions about the policies and mandate of the NWT Development Corporation when it comes to market disruption. My inquiries have been inspired by the concerns of a small

Question 303-12(5): NWT Development Corporation Funding Available  Madam Speaker, if the Development Corporation is truly to assist the northern economy, it needs money to do it. What amount of money does the Development Corporation have for new investments?

Question O550-12(2): Recent Activities Of Round Table On Sustainable Development Policy  Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Judgments are very often made about governments, not only on what they do but also on what they do not do, In the last Assembly, this government adopted a policy of sustainable development because, in our concerns about the economy, we wanted to be sure

Aircraft Maintenance Facility   permanent jobs which are not government positions, and it does not exist in the government system at all at this present time. The spinoff and net effect would greatly revive any regional economy. There are numerous economic benefits that would greatly benefit any community. I think

Question O537-12(2): Lack Of Government Decentralization To Kitikmeot Region  . Speaker, in the Northwest Territories we have to use everything that is available to us to develop our economy. In Norman Wells it was oil because oil was there. You will find not a whole lot of government people in Norman Wells. Mr. Speaker, in Hay River it was fishing

Annual Senior Recreational Hockey Tournament In Fort Simpson   of these communities. It is one of the best investments, I think, for the north. Tournaments are also good for the host communities. It is a boost to their economy. The hotels, motels, restaurants, gas stations, stores and even bars received contribution from this tournament. Usually

Minister's Statement 37-12(5): International Women's Day   women have made to society. Northern women, whether they are involved in traditional pursuits or the wage economy, are helping to make a difference in today's world. And they will continue to do so every day of the year.