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As there is a consultative aspect to this project, the Committee would strongly encourage the Department to ensure that consultations are thorough and seen to be beneficial for all those involved.
Municipal Financing Review
The Standing Committee was pleased to see that the Department has increased funding to community governments over the next two fiscal years as a result of forced growth.
The Committee noted that the Minister indicated that the Department anticipates that they will be able to implement the recommendations from the Municipal Financing Review for the 2002-2003 fiscal year.
Members also noted that during the budget deliberations the GN indicated that a major program and expenditure review exercise will be taking place over the next year.
The Committee would like to emphasize the need for those conducting these two reviews to be cognizant of areas of mutual concern and work co-operatively to ensure that both reviews complement one another.
Harbour Program
During its meetings with the Minister, the Standing Committee raised the issue of the need for improved docks and safe harbours in the communities.
Further discussions brought about the possibility of accessing funding through the federal Department of Fisheries and Oceans' Small Craft Harbour Program.
Most of Nunavut's communities are situated along the shoreline of this vast territory, and many Nunavummiut own boats both for personal and commercial use, and a safe and reliable dock and harbour system would assist greatly in meeting the needs of the private sector, commercial fishermen and the tourism industry.
As one of the long-term goals of the GN's Transportation Strategy is safe harbours, the Standing Committee would like to recommend that the Department of Community Government and Transportation continue to work with the federal Department of Fisheries and Oceans to ensure that the Small Craft Harbour Program is indeed implemented in Nunavut in the near future.
Recreation Facilities
The Standing Committee continues to assert the view that recreation facilities are an essential element of healthy communities.
The Committee was pleased to see that the Department has set aside funds for training in facilities management as well as funds to enhance sport coaching in Nunavut.
The Committee was also pleased to see that the Department has committed to developing standards and criteria for recreation facilities as well as an inventory of what facilities currently exist in Nunavut.
The Committee also noted that the Department has allocated $1.5 million in capital over the next five years for "various" recreation facilities across Nunavut. $300,000 has been allocated for this particular line item in 2001-2002.
The Committee would like to strongly encourage the Department to ensure that these standards and criteria are developed in a timely fashion so that they can be applied to the above-mentioned funds in a consistent and fair manner providing all communities with an equal opportunity to access the funding.
The Committee continues to emphasize the need to ensure that the non-decentralized communities have adequate facilities.
The Standing Committee would like to recommend that in its review of standards and criteria, the Department be sensitive to the situation facing smaller, non-decentralized communities.
The Standing Committee on Community Empowerment and Sustainable Development has reviewed the business plan, capital plan and main estimates of the Department of Sustainable Development for the fiscal year 2001-2002.
Tabling of Business Plans
The Standing Committee was pleased to see the Department follow through on the Committee’s recommendation to table the 2001-2002 business plans for the Nunavut Development Corporation, the Nunavut Business Credit Corporation and Nunavut Tourism.
This demonstrates a genuine willingness by this government to promote transparency and accountability.
Nunavut Development Corporation
The Standing Committee was pleased to hear of the success of the Nunavut Development Corporation’s subsidiary companies.
The Committee was also encouraged to hear that NDC will explore possible economic ventures in non-decentralized communities.
The GN has responded to the Committee's concerns and demonstrated a commitment to non-decentralized communities by providing funds to the NDC that are earmarked for stimulating economic growth in those communities.
The Standing Committee noted in the Nunavut Development Corporation’s 1999-2000 Annual Report that the Office of the Auditor General indicated that NDC has not collected information necessary to determine the number of jobs that resulted from its investment in business enterprises.
The Committee believes that this information provides a substantive measure of the success of NDC’s investments.
The Standing Committee would like to recommend that the Department ensure that NDC collects this data from the creation of Nunavut to the current day and on into future years.
High-Speed Internet Access
The Standing Committee has stressed the need for affordable high-speed Internet access across Nunavut.
High-speed Internet access has made the outside world all the more accessible to those people living in isolated communities.
Through access to the Internet, individuals can obtain goods and services as well as participate in various aspects of distance education.
Access to this service is becoming an essential element for Nunavummiut as the world is beginning to rely more and more on the information highway.
The Committee was pleased to hear that the Department has established a Nunavut Broadband Task Force which will provide a submission to the National Broadband Task Force on the development of a strategy to bring affordable high speed internet access to all Nunavummiut.
Training for Employment in the Mining Industry
The Standing Committee feels that it is important to reiterate the need for the implementation of training programs for Nunavummiut to prepare for employment in the mining industry.
The Committee was pleased to hear of the success of a recent training program through the Kitikmeot Employment Training Partnership and looks forward to hearing of the implementation of similar programs in the other two regions.
The committee also recognizes that as part of its overall goal to become more self-sufficient, the Government of Nunavut is pursuing a devolution agreement with the Government of Canada for managing subsurface rights in Nunavut -- a major commitment of the 2000 Budget Address.
The Committee would like to strongly encourage the Department of Sustainable Development to work with other departments to prepare the people of Nunavut for the day when this agreement is in place.
The Committee looks forward to hearing an update on the progress made to date and seeing the details of this plan in the near future.
The Standing Committee was pleased to hear of the progress that the Department is making toward the development of a climate change strategy for Nunavut.
Tremendous impacts will be felt in Nunavut as a result of climate change and there is a pressing need for Nunavummiut to prepare adaptation plans.
The Committee has also expressed the need for an energy conservation strategy for the Government of Nunavut.
As one of the largest consumers of energy in Nunavut, the GN can lead by example and reduce energy consumption thus saving much needed dollars that can be used in other areas.
The Standing Committee would like to recommend that the Department work in consultation with other government departments to develop a GN-wide energy conservation strategy to be implemented in conjunction with the climate change strategy.
Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit and Wildlife Research
The Standing Committee was pleased to hear that the Minister has committed to incorporating Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit into wildlife research projects that are being conducted by the Department.
Members have expressed concern that local hunters with traditional knowledge of migratory paths and animal behaviour have not been adequately consulted throughout GN wildlife research projects.
The incorporation of Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit into the wildlife research program is an excellent opportunity to blend traditional and contemporary wildlife management practices.
Nunavut Tourism Association
Members noted that both the 2001-2002 Budget Address and the Minister’s opening comments before the Committee of the Whole recognized the important contribution of the tourism sector to the Nunavut economy.
The Standing Committee believes that in order for the tourism industry to thrive, there must be strong and unified support for its operators.
The Standing Committee was pleased to hear that the Department and Nunavut Tourism have moved forward on the development of a “made in Nunavut” tourism strategy.
Stakeholder involvement is essential in the development of this strategy and the Committee was also pleased to hear that several meetings with stakeholders have taken place.
The Committee is still concerned, however, with what appears to be insufficient funding levels for Nunavut Tourism.
The Committee noted that funding for the tourism sector in the Yukon Territory, a similar and competing jurisdiction, is much greater at $11.5 million.
Members are aware of the current fiscal position of the GN, however, the development of a solid infrastructure and marketable product is imperative for the survival of this vital sector of Nunavut’s economy, a sector that has the potential to generate real economic returns.
The Committee would like to encourage the Department and Nunavut Tourism to pursue alternative funding sources to continue the development of a solid tourism infrastructure for the territory.
During its meetings with the Department, the Committee noted that the division of roles and responsibilities between the Department and the Association appeared to remain unclear.
As a new tourism strategy is currently under development, Members would like to recommend that the Nunavut Tourism Strategy include a clear assignment of roles and responsibilities to the Department and Nunavut Tourism.
List of Recommendations
29 That the Nunavut Housing Corporation and the Minister make a formal presentation to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Aboriginal Affairs, Northern Development and Natural Resources to illustrate, first-hand, the desperate housing situation that exists in Nunavut and that the Corporation lobby the federal government to assist in addressing this issue.
30 That the Nunavut Housing Corporation pursue the possibility of selling public housing units to tenants and provide a framework for its implementation in the near future should it prove to be a viable option.
31 That the Government of Nunavut and the other representative organizations move forward on the appointments of the Contracting Policy Review Committee and a Contracting Appeals Board and make these announcements public as soon as possible.
32 That the Department of Public Works and Services conduct a review, once all costs have been incurred, of the upcoming eastern arctic sealift to confirm that the cost savings envisioned by the Department have been realized and that the findings be reported to the Assembly at the earliest opportunity.
33 That the Petroleum Products Division of the Department of Public Works and Services be included in the government's major program review exercise with a view to developing a long-term plan to establish a more efficient and effective PPD operation.
34 That the Department of Justice come forward with initiatives to ensure that the public has access to legal information such as a 1-800 law line service.
35 That the Department of Justice incorporate the holistic approach to the legal system into the design of the new courthouse by allocating space for not only legal professionals but also community justice committees.
36 That the Department of Justice work with the RCMP in conducting a formal assessment of policing needs in the communities.
37 That the Department of Community Government and Transportation ensure that the capital planning consultation process take place in a manner that allows time for an effective consultation and feedback process so that community needs can indeed be addressed in future GN capital plans.
38 That the Department of Community Government and Transportation continue to work with the federal Department of Fisheries and Oceans to ensure that the Small Craft Harbour Program is implemented in Nunavut in the near future.
39 That the Department of Community Government and Transportation be sensitive to the situation facing smaller, non-decentralized communities in its review of standards and criteria for recreation facilities.
40 That the Department of Sustainable Development ensure that the Nunavut Development Corporation collects information necessary to determine the number of jobs that resulted from its investment in business enterprises from the creation of Nunavut to the current day and on into future years.
41 That the Department of Sustainable Development work in consultation with other departments to develop a GN-wide energy conservation strategy to be implemented in conjunction with the climate change strategy.
42 That the Nunavut Tourism Strategy include a clear assignment of roles and responsibilities to the Department of Sustainable Development and Nunavut Tourism.
Office of the Legislative Assembly  The Standing Committee Ajauqtiit has reviewed the business plan and main estimates for the Office of the Legislative Assembly for the fiscal year 2001-2002.
Legislative Assembly Building
Improvements to the Building continue in such areas as Chamber lighting.
It is expected that the Interpreter booths in the committee rooms will be improved to accommodate both Inuktitut and Inuinnaqtun interpreters.
Members were pleased to learn that the Building has hosted over 600 visitors and dignitaries over the past year.
The Committee was impressed with the permanent display of Nunavut's Official Symbols and the unveiling of these symbols was attended quite well by the public.
As well, artwork by such renowned northern artists as Germain Arnatauyok continues to be shown in the foyer of the Assembly.
Exhibitions like this serve to raise the profile of Nunavut's artistic community.
Public Affairs and Information Technology
Members acknowledge the efforts of the Assembly to ensure that information is readily available to members, GN officials and the public.
Members are pleased with such initiatives as the finalization of the Nunavut Automated Library System; developing procedures for cataloguing Inuktitut materials; developing a portal to offer access to full-text GN publications; developing standards for the electronic archiving of GN publications; developing appropriate protocols concerning the privacy and management of information in Members' offices; finalization of the installation of the Chamber Digital Audio System; and regular updates to the Assembly's website.
The website provides an important source of information for the public on Assembly activities.
The Committee noted that planning is still underway for a Speaker’s Youth Assembly and look forward to this going ahead, as it will provide an opportunity for Nunavut youth to learn about their government.
Officers Appointed by the Legislative Assembly
The Standing Committee itself has been charged with the task of recruiting a permanent Chief Electoral Officer for Nunavut.
This will follow on the recommendations made by the Committee in its final report on elections in Nunavut.
The Committee looks forward to the participation of NTI in the process, given the long-term goal of achieving greater co-operation in the area of elections administration in Nunavut.
Tabling Requirements
The Committee was very pleased that the Office of the Legislative Assembly completed all of its statutory tabling requirements during the 4th Session, including the annual reports of the Languages Commissioner, the Information and Privacy Commissioner and the Conflict of Interest Commissioner.
The committee noted that the Office of the Legislative Assembly has made public the incremental costs of holding the February 2000 Rankin Inlet sitting.
The Committee looks forward to the introduction of the new Integrity Act during the current Session.
Expenditures and Capital Plan
The Committee was pleased to hear that the Office of the Legislative Assembly is within its budget envelope for the year and that the amount for the hiring of Constituency Assistants was increased, as this was an area where Members have expressed concerned, given the important role CAs play in helping members of the public with inquiries and problems.
The Committee made input into the selection of a landscaping design for the Assembly grounds.
An Ulu design has been selected, and the Committee looks forward to the Assembly playing its part in working towards a more attractive and people-friendly seat of government for all Nunavummiut.
43 That the Legislative Library continue to work towards establishing a  comprehensive collection of Inuktitut-language materials.
44 That the facilities management and janitorial services functions be transferred to the Legislative Assembly from the Department of Public Works and Services.
45 That one Standing Committee reviews the Business Plan and the Annual Report of the Languages Commissioner, so as to avoid duplication and overlap.
46 That improvements continue to be made to the Legislative Assembly Building and grounds with a view to creating a people-friendly space that celebrates Nunavut's culture, art and diversity.
47 That the Assembly review the results of the 2001 Nunavut Household Survey in planning for the broadcasting of House and Committee proceedings.
Speaker: Item 11.
Report 010 – 1(5): Permanent Chief Electoral Officer
Mr. Iqaqrialu (interpretation): Thank you, Mr. Speaker. as Chair of the Standing Committee Ajauqtiit, I am pleased to rise today to inform Members of the Legislative Assembly that a Selection Sub-Committee, consisting of Ms. Rebekah Williams, Mr. Ovide Alakannuark and myself, has been struck to initiate the recruitment of a permanent Chief Electoral Officer for Nunavut.
As Members will recall, the Standing Committee tabled its final report on the administration of elections in Nunavut during the 4th Session.
One of the Committee's key recommendations was that efforts be made to establish a central elections office for Nunavut.
I am also pleased to inform Members and the public today that an Innuinaqtun translation of the Committee's report has been produced, and is available for the public.
Later today, I will be tabling this document.
The appointment of a CEO will be the next important step in this process.
Over the past year, the Committee has held productive discussions with such key partners as NTI and Elections Canada.
The Selection Sub-Committee has invited NTI to nominate a member of its Board of Directors to participate in the interview process for a new CEO.
Mr. Speaker, the appointments of such statutory officers of the Legislative Assembly as the Languages Commissioner, the Conflict of Interest Commissioner and the Information and Privacy Commissioner have been conducted in a competitive and transparent manner.
We look forward to selecting a CEO in the same way.
In the next few weeks, the position will be advertised to the public.
Mr. Speaker, we anticipate being in a position to recommend the name of a successful candidate for appointment during our next sitting.
Over the coming weeks, we will keep Members informed of our progress.
Thank you, Mr. Speaker, I move, seconded by the Member for Iqaluit Centre, that the Report be received and adopted.
Speaker: Do members agree to adopt the report as read into the record.
Tabled Document 034 - 1(5): Ajauqtiit Report - Chief Electoral Officer for Nunavut
I’m very pleased to table the Inuinnaqtun translation of the Standing Committee of Ajauqtiit’s review of the Chief Electoral Officer of Nunavut.
Copies of this report are available in the entrance of the assembly, I would encourage the public to take a copy to read.
Speaker: Item 13. Tabling of Documents.
Tabled Document 035 - 1(5): Public Accounts March 31, 2000
Mr. Speaker, it gives me great pleasure to table the first Public Accounts for the Government of Nunavut for the year ended March 31st, 2000.
Tabled Document 036 - 1(5): Nunavut Economic Outlook Report Summary
I would like to table the Nunavut Economic Outlook, the executive summary, from the Conference Board of Canada.
I don’t have the translation yet but as soon as we get the translations, I’ll hand it out.
Tabled Document 037 - 1(5): CLEY Capital Expenditures 2000-2001
I wish to table the following document Department of Culture, Elders and Youth, Capital Expenditures for 2000-2001, community summary.
Bill 8 - An Act to Amend Certain Acts Concerning Health Professionals -Third Reading
Mr. Speaker I move, seconded by the Honourable Member for Rankin Inlet South and the beautiful Whale Cove, that Bill 8, An Act to Amend Certain Acts Concerning Health Professionals be read for the third time.
The Bill has had third reading.
Bill 10 - An Act Amend the Labour Standards Act, Parental Leave – Third Reading
It gives me great pleasure to close off the session in Cambridge Bay by moving, seconded by the Honourable Member for Hudson Bay. that Bill 10, An Act Amend the Labour Standards Act, Parental Leave be read for the third time.
Speaker: Thank you Mr. Ng. Motion is in order.
Before we proceed to Item 22.
I would like to thank all the people that were involved in preparing and running the Assembly in Cambridge Bay. Special thanks to the people in the community and also the school here that gave up their time, to the children who gave up their time and their gymnasium to us to have the Assembly and special thanks to principal Dawn Wilson.
As a token of our appreciation, we’d like to present to each of the students and the staff and the teachers a t-shirt and at the back of the t-shirt, it indicates the school and the location of the Assembly.
Orders of the Day for Wednesday November 14, 2001:
Members, before we adjourn I have a document here from the Commissioner of Nunavut, Mr. Irniq.
It states “ I am pleased to provide Assent the following Bills:
Bill 8 - An Act to Amend Certain Acts Concerning Health Professions - Assent
Bill 10 - An Act to Amend the Labour Standards Act, Parental Leave - Assent
Signed Commissioner of Nunavut, Peter Irniq”
Members, that concludes the session.
I wish all members a safe trip home and Godspeed.
This House stands adjourned until November 14, 2001.
Wednesday November 14, 2001
1695 - 1714
Simanuk Kilabuk  Hansard Production
Opening Prayer 1695
Ministers' Statements 1695
Members' Statements 1700
Recognition of Visitors in the Gallery 1709
Tabling of Documents 1711
Notices of Motions 1711
Notices of Motions for First Reading of Bills 1711
Motions 1712
First Reading of Bills 1712
Second Reading of Bills 1713
Orders of the Day 1713
Wednesday November 14, 2001 1695
095 -1(5): 2001 Mid Year Statement - Fiscal Update & Introduction of 2002/2003 Capital Estimates (Ng) 1695
249 - 1(5): Gratitude to Associations, Businesses & Residents (Havioyak) 1700
250 - 1(5): City of Iqaluit - Most Friendly Award (Tootoo) 1700
251 - 1(5): Search & Rescue Effort for Jimmy Qirqut (Puqiqnak) 1701
252 - 1(5): Launch of Baker Lake Web Site (McLean) 1701
253 - 1(5): Clyde River Soccer Team (Iqaqrialu) 1702
254 - 1(5): Tragic Events in Igloolik & Hall Beach (Irqittuq) 1703
255 - 1(5): Elwood Johnston a Children's Advocate (Anawak) 1703
256 - 1(5): Search & Rescue in Repulse Bay (Alakannuark) 1704
257 - 1(5): Rankin Inlet Boys' Soccer Team - Gold Medal (Thompson) 1705
258 - 1(5): Coral Harbour - Recognition of Hamlet Status (Arvaluk) 1705
259 - 1(5): Elders’ Conference in Cape Dorset (Akesuk) 1706
260 - 1(5): Opening of Arctic Winter Games 2002 Arena (Picco) 1707
261 - 1(5): Portraits of Pond Inlet Elders (Nutarak) 1707
262 - 1(5): Caregivers in the Communities (Williams) 1708
263 - 1(5): Elders' Attendance at Constituency Meeting (Okalik) 1708
264 - 1(5): Flag Raising Ceremony (Kilabuk) 1709
265 - 1(5): Flag Raising Ceremony (Kattuk) 1709
038 - 1(5): Annual Report of the Information & Privacy Commissioner 2000/2001 (Speaker) 1711