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Total Capital expenditures, 29 million 320 thousand dollars.
Chairperson (interpretation): 9-7.
Education branch summary.
Total headquarters region, 200 thousand dollars.
Chairperson (interpretation): Total Qikiqtaaluk region, 12 million.
I apologize I didn’t see you.
Mr. Chairman I’ll ask the minister if he could explain looking at over the future years and the total capital projections. For Nunavut education headquarters is 1.8 million dollars.
And, I would imagine that is over the next 5 years as outlined in the capital plan.
I would just like to ask if you could indicate what that is to be used for.
Hon. Peter Kilabuk (interpretation): I apologize Mr. Chairman.
I think we are looking at a different set of books here.
If I could ask my colleague to show me where we are.
Where is your question.
Which page are you at.
Mr. Tootoo: I think as you have indicated we are looking at Headquarters under Corporate services on page 9-7.
We are on the Capital Estimates. 2001-2002 Capital estimates.
We are on page 9-7 under education.
Could you ask your question again Mr. Tootoo.
Mr. Chairman, I am wondering I know for this year it is showing Nunavut Education headquarters 200 thousand. But if you look at the future year’s costs and I would assume that's over the length of the five year capital plan, it's 1.8 million dollars.
I'm just wondering if the minister could indicate what those funds are going to be used for.
Are we getting a new building or what are they for.
The capital projections for future years are going to be for various projects.
I apologize, let me backtrack a bit.
There's unforeseen circumstances that arise where we have to spend money and we have set aside those funds for those types of projects.
So, basically what we are looking at here is this is a contingency fund that's set aside, a capital contingency fund.
Yes, it is a five-year estimate.
Mr. Chairman, in this year it has 200 thousand listed there.
I'm just wondering, again, if we get any specific details on what types of projects that would be used for or the types of projects it won't be used for.
If it's okay with you Mr. Chairman, I'm going to have my staff member on my left respond to that question.
Chairperson (interpretation): Mr. Levy.
Mr. Levy: Thank you, Mr. Chairman.
This year this funding is to support Clyde River. In the school some temporary renovations were required to continue, just to support the school's continuing operation.
There was also two projects in Arviat, one was the playground flooding issue, that had to be corrected.
The second is in a portable, some interior renovations to allow handicapped access for that facility.
As well, the funding allows the ability to support unforeseen costs in other projects should they arise.
Chairperson (interpretation): Thank you Mr. Levy.
Mr. Chairman, the minister indicated that this was part of the five-year capital plan.
I'd like to ask, to go back to the minister, I know that the five year capital plan is in the back of this book here of the capital estimates.
I'd just like to ask the minister how they came up with their capital plan that's in the book here.
Who's going to respond.
We are talking about the main estimates, the capital estimates and we have followed the prioritized projects that need to be done. They are prioritized in the book.
Mr. Tootoo: Mr. Chairman, I realize that the projects that are in this year’s and it also shows future years and in the back there are other projects that are listed in there and the minister indicated that they are following priorized projects.
I would just like to ask the minister how they came up with those priorities.
The individual on my left is responsible for planning and he worked with the communities.
He will speak more about how this came about, Mr. Chairman if it is okay with you.
Chairperson (interpretation): I will give him that opportunity.
Mr. Levy.
Mr. Levy: Thank you.
There are several ways that we come up with determining a plan.
One is we are currently using a capital database program that we had created for that purpose.
What that does is it looks at three areas in terms of schools.
One is utilization.
It measures the number of students in the schools and compares it with the capacity that the school was designed to hold.
The number of students the school was designed to hold.
The database also looks at the current status of the facility in terms of its condition, its building condition.
We gather that information from the Department of Public Works, primarily.
The third area that we look at is program.
So we look at in terms of what the school was designed to allow in terms of program and then because of perhaps late additions whether there are changes that are required so if the school added high school grades we would look at standards and criteria and include that as part of our consideration.
We also communicate with each of the three regional executive directors of school operations and request their input as far as which schools, in priority, they feel need attention.
We also through that attempt to communicate with each of the district education authorities to be sure that their input is included and we also communicate with Nunavut Arctic College to see where their interests lie, both in terms of separate facilities and any interest in the schools as far as partnerships.
Mr. Chairman I am just wondering, in the database that is mentioned there that Mr. Levy talked about, one of the areas looks at utilization and compares design capacity to the numbers that are there.
Is there any place within that database or in any other area where the issue of forced growth is incorporated into this formula.
I already cited a couple of examples here in Iqaluit where, and we all know how fast the community is growing and the other school that was just built a couple of years ago that cannot even handle what it was designed for to begin with, already.
So I am just wondering if there is anywhere in that formula that could explain where exactly those types of issues are factored in.
Yes, that is one of the features of the database.
What we in fact do is we run the current enrolments and look at the utilization, and we also have the ability to do than what we call what ifs.
So, we have take enrolment forecasts, we can enter those into the database and it allows us to look at what the school should be in terms of 5 years down the road.
Whatever time frame that we want to use.
But, the first thing that would indicate that we need that kind of attention is the current enrolments, and then where there are ones where it seems to be high capacity we can project that forward to with the database.
Mr. Chairman, Mr. Levy also indicated that requests were made to the DEAs in the communities as far what they felt their priorities were to provide input into the capital plan.
I’d like to take this opportunity to commend the department for doing that.
They are probably the only department that did that in the development of this capital plan.
I just want to ask again for confirmation that all of the DEAs were able to provide input and their input was considered in the development of this plan.
Yes, Mr. Chairman, I’d like to respond by saying that we work with the DEAs and I would just like to clarify that the communities discuss what their priorities are and when we receive that information from the communities we look through them and review the information that we receive from them.
Mr. Chairman, I am not sure if that answers my question.
Is the minister saying that any information that they receive from the DEAs in regards to capital was reviewed prior to the development, was reviewed and whether it was used or not was the discretion of the department based on its criteria that it used in the development of this plan.
We work with the DEAs and what we are working towards when we work with the capital projects, when we try to decide what is going to be done, we work with the DEAs.
Mr. Chairman, I believe my question still wasn’t answered.
Any information that was submitted to the department from the DEAs in relation to capital and the development of the capital plan, was that reviewed and taken into consideration in the development of this plan.
Basically that is what I am asking.
I understand that the minister and the department is working with them and I am just wondering if any information that was received was looked at and taken into consideration in the development of this plan.
To respond to Mr. Tootoo's question, yes, we have included that input with our plans.
Chairperson (interpretation): Do you want to continue.
It's just about six o'clock. I'd like to report progress.
Chairperson (interpretation): There's a motion on the floor to report progress. It's not debatable.
All in favour of the motion to report progress.
I will now rise to report progress. Please ask the Speaker to return.
Speaker: Members. Returning to the Orders of the Day.
Mr. Speaker, your committee has been considering Bill 1, Appropriation Act 2001-2002 and would like to report that Bill 1 is still under consideration.
Speaker: There is a motion on the floor. Is there a seconder.
Item 22. Third Reading of Bills.
Orders of the Day for Thursday, March 1, 2001:
This House now stands adjourned until March 1st at 1:30 p.m. Sergeant-At-Arms.
>>House adjourned at 6.02 p.m.
Thursday March 1, 2001
Pages 211 - 273
Thursday March 1, 2001 4
012 - 1(5): Time Zone (Okalik) 4
013 – 1(5): 10th Annual Nunavut Trade Show (Akesuk) 4
014 – 1(5): Climate Change and Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit (Akesuk) 4
059 - 1(5): Appreciation for Time Zone Reversal (Irqittuq) 4
060 - 1(5): Kitikmeot Regional Health Facility (Alakannuark) 4
061 - 1(5): Gjoa Haven Ladies Hockey Team (Puqiqnak) 4
062 – 1(5): Nunavut Trade Show (Tootoo) 4
063 - 1(5): Climate Change and Arena Use (Kattuk) 4
046 - 1(5): National Post Article (Arvaluk) 4
047 - 1(5): Assistance to Polar Bear Outfitters (Puqiqnak) 4
048 - 1(5): Education Infrastructure Requirements for Iqaluit (Tootoo) 4
049 - 1(5): Liquor Act Review Report (Williams) 4
050 - 1(5): Fuel Subsidy for Businesses (Havioyak) 4
051 - 1(5): Review of Education Act (Iqaqrialu) 4
052 - 1(5): NHC Fuel Subsidy (Alakannuark) 4
053 - 1(5): Re-Examination of Fuel Subsidy Criteria (Arvaluk) 4
054 - 1(3): Negotiated Contracts Policy (McLean) 4
055 - 1(5): Assistance for Community Radios (Nutarak) 4
056 - 1(5): Additions to Private Homes (Irqittuq) 4
057 - 1(5): Staff Housing Shortage (Havioyak) 4
058 - 1(5): Nakasuk/Inuksuk Schools’ Technical Studies (Tootoo) 4
007 - 1(5): National Post Article “$520-million below” (Arvaluk) 4
Thursday March 1, 2001  Nunavut Hansard
Speaker (Mr. O'Brien): I would like to call on Minister Kilabuk to do the prayer.
Minister's Statement 012 - 1(5): Time Zone
Mr. Speaker, I would like to inform the Members of the Legislative Assembly of the government’s plans in relation to the time zone.
… I now know every single angle of this issue…
All members are aware of the history surrounding this issue.
On October 31, 1999, in response to a unanimous request from the Nunavut caucus of the Northwest Territories Association of Municipalities, which was also supported by the NTI board, Nunavut changed from three active time zones to a single time zone.
The single time zone has been controversial since its inception.
An idea that seemed attractive to many when considered in the abstract had some legitimate impacts on everyday lives of Nunavummiut.
After consultations with the public last summer, further refinements to the single time zone model were made last fall.
When the refined version turned out to be controversial, modifications were permitted for two communities and a commitment was made to consult further with a view to making a decision once and for all.
On January 16, I wrote to the mayors of all the communities asking them to provide me with their views by February 16.
Fourteen communities responded by this deadline and I have consulted members of this Assembly who represent those communities that did not respond.
(interpretation ends) Mr. Speaker, the responses were overwhelmingly in favour of returning to three time zones for Nunavut.
Geography is compelling and the Government of Nunavut respects the views that have been expressed from across the territory.
This government has continually tried to improve services to our residents and the time zone is an indication of that principle.
We have tried it and it has not worked to our residents’ satisfaction.
We will therefore bring about the necessary changes to respect the wishes of Nunavummiut.
Therefore, it is our intention to introduce legislation during the current session of the Legislative Assembly to amend the Interpretation Act and provide, once again, the three time zones, Eastern, Central and Mountain.
This will be effective Sunday April 1, 2001.
We will also be asking the Government of Canada to make the necessary changes to the regulations under the Federal Interpretation Act.
(interpretation) I wanted to inform the Members of the Legislative Assembly of this decision right away.
We will also need to give advance notice to the public, to other governments and to all organizations and businesses with operations within Nunavut so that they can make whatever adjustments they need in their scheduling for the spring.
Minister’s Statement 013 – 1(5): 10th Annual Nunavut Trade Show
Mr. Speaker, today marks the opening of the 10th Annual Nunavut Trade Show being held at the FOL site. (interpretation ends) I would like to congratulate the organizers of this show, in particular the Baffin Regional Chamber of Commerce and their outgoing president, Ms. Monica Ell for succeeding in staging the largest show ever.
Mr. Speaker, in the past few years we have seen the Nunavut business community expand considerably.
So much so, that many of the services we previously purchased from southern Canada are now available in Nunavut.
The Nunavut Trade Show is an opportunity for our increasingly diverse business community to demonstrate what services and products now exist in Nunavut.
(interpretation) Tonight at eight p.m. at the Cadet Hall, I will be hosting a reception for Trade Show participants and tomorrow at noon our Premier will open the Trade Show with a speech to delegates about Nunavut’s move to economic prosperity.
It will begin at 8 o’clock tonight at the Cadet Hall.
I would like to extend an invitation to all members to attend these two events. (interpretation ends) Ms. Aaju Peter has coordinated a fashion show featuring our Nunavut fur garment collection and the featured foods will be products from the Nunavut Development Corporation.
I hope all members have the opportunity to visit the Nunavut Trade Show over the next few days.
Minister Akesuk.
Minister’s Statement 014 – 1(5): Climate Change and Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit
Mr. Speaker, I would like to advise members of this House of the work that we have recently undertaken on the climate change strategy for Nunavut.
Climate change is the most significant environmental issue facing Canada’s North.
When we hear people talking about climate change they are referring to the “greenhouse gases” in our atmosphere, which interfere directly with our climate.
Last week, the news reported scientists are no longer questioning whether or not climate change is occurring, but instead they are trying to predict how hot it will get and what effects will be experienced.
The latest scientific analysis is projecting that the Arctic will experience more warming than any other area of the world.
Members will recall that the former Minister of Sustainable Development advised this House that we have committed to complete a climate change strategy for Nunavut for the summer of 2001.
All Provinces and Territories have completed or have committed to a time frame for completion of a climate change strategy as part of a national strategy.
Last month, we brought together representatives of all levels of government, industry and the public who have an interest in the climate change strategy, to begin discussion on what elements will form Nunavut’s first climate change strategy.
Other governments for example have committed to leading their climate change strategy by reducing their own energy consumption through more energy efficient design of public buildings and use of more energy efficient vehicles.
Mr. Speaker, we are also taking steps to build our strategy through Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit by cataloguing changes observed by Nunavummiut in climate and animal behaviour and ice conditions.
This month we held workshops and interview sessions in three Nunavut communities to collect information on climate change observations.
Next month, we will be contributing to the efforts of NTI and their elders’ workshop on climate change scheduled for Cambridge Bay March 29, 30, and 31.
Mr. Speaker, the task for developing a climate change strategy for Nunavut will involve contributions from many government departments, all levels of government, industry, Inuit organizations and individuals.
I will ensure that members are well informed of our progress.
Member's Statement 059 - 1(5): Appreciation for Time Zone Reversal
Mr. Speaker, in regards to the minister’s statement that was made by our Premier earlier, I am very glad to hear that we are going back to the three different time zones.
That shows the government is listening or rather learned to listen, to the needs and the wishes of the people of Nunavut.
The majority of the people of Nunavut opposed the single time zone.
Now the government understands exactly where we were coming from and I thank them.
Member's Statement 060 - 1(5): Kitikmeot Regional Health Facility
First of all, I would like to say that I appreciate the Premier for making that statement.
We have stated that we would be accountable to the people of Nunavut.
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to address the issue of the planned regional health facility in the Kitikmeot area.
On Monday, I made a statement in this House in support of the construction of a boarding facility to accompany the planned regional health facility.
Mr. Speaker, I have since then been contacted by constituents who are concerned that the construction of the regional health facility should proceed regardless of whether additional resources can be found to support the development of a boarding facility alongside of it.
Mr. Speaker, I would like to make it clear that I stand by my support for both the health facility and boarding home and it should not be delayed.
Member's Statement 061 - 1(5): Gjoa Haven Ladies Hockey Team
I would also like to thank the Government of Nunavut for listening to the 26 communities of Nunavut.
As the Premier just delivered that announcement, I thank him for making that decision.
Before we start, yesterday the Uqqummiut Member of the Legislative Assembly was able to speak English, so I will be speaking in English today because there are a few of us members who cannot speak in English, so we will practice speaking English.
(interpretation ends) There was a hockey tryout in Kugaaruk on Saturday and Sunday, February 24 and 25.
These are the ladies that went to Kugaaruk.
They are Cheryl and Valerie Puqiqnak, Nancy Ilihituq, Hannah Grace Aaluk, Debbie Kameemalik, Sheila Kamookak, Flora Ruben, Sylvia Aglukkaq, Sharon Takkiruq and their goalie is Winnie Akaituq.
Eight people were picked to go to Regina this Sunday and the teams will be mixed.
They will be from Nunavut and the NWT.
They will play with all the other provinces starting on April 6 to 8, 2000 in Regina.
If there are no further Members’ Statements.
Member’s Statement 062 – 1(5): Nunavut Trade Show
Mr. Speaker, I rise as well today following suit with the Minister of Sustainable Development, as well I am sure, with my other two colleagues from Iqaluit, to welcome the participants and visitors to the Tenth Annual Nunavut Trade Show, which begins today.
Mr. Speaker, the Annual Trade Show, as the minister indicated, just keeps getting bigger and bigger every year as more companies become aware of the exciting business opportunities that Nunavut has to offer.
Mr. Speaker, I might add also that it is nice to see more and more Inuit owned companies and companies that have Inuit ownership, taking part in opportunities and events like this.
Mr. Speaker, I would like to thank the organizers of this year’s event for the hard work that they have done in pulling off yet another ambitious program which will be unfolding over the next few days.
Mr. Speaker, dozens of exhibitors who have been scheduled to take part in the show demonstrate the growing confidence that exists in Nunavut’s economic potential.
With continued hard work and sound investments and co-operation, Mr. Speaker, we will move forward along the path of greater self-reliance and prosperity for Nunavummiut.
Member's Statement 063 - 1(5): Climate Change and Arena Use
Good Government
There’s a concern about climate change in my riding Mr. Speaker.
We’ve been feeling this climate change for quite some time now in my region.
A few years ago, we were able to travel to the mainland, which is northern Quebec, by skidoo and we have been unable to do so for the past few years now.
It is true that the climate is warming up.
For that reason, in my constituency, we are unable to play hockey for a long period of time due to climate change. The Member for Rankin Inlet North has already stated as well that it is affecting the recreation facilities in Nunavut and we have to utilize our recreational facilities in the best possible way.
We need to have athletes in the north so they can participate in Northern Games.
So my constituency has been quite concerned about climate change and also about their recreational facilities, specifically the arena.
They don’t use the arena for many months in the year.
We use the hockey arena for only two months.
My community is quite concerned about that and that we need to have good, capable athletes in Nunavut.
There are no other members’ statements so we can move on.
I would like to recognize several individuals in the gallery.
Their names are Carmen Loberg, Eva Onalik, Janice Thomas, Wanda Norwegian, and Dan Kane.
These individuals are from Canadian North.
I would also like to recognize another individual who was in Cape Dorset when I was working there.
He is from Kalaaliit Nunaat, Neil Jorgan and the rest of the Greenland delegation.
It looks like the whole gang is here from Norterra with the exception of Cameron Clement.
I would like to recognize a close friend, a hockey buddy, I would like to say that he is the Sergeant-At-Arms today but he isn’t, I guess we’re going to have to call him Corporal-at-Arms today, Solomon Kujuak from Qamanikjuak.
Speaker: Welcome to the gallery. Item 5. Recognition of Visitors in the Gallery.
Question 046 - 1(5): National Post Article
I recently read an article in the National Post.
I don’t know if other members have read it or not so, I don’t know if you will be able to respond to it.
I would like to ask the Premier what he is going to do about the article.
The reason I say this is that it doesn’t recognize all the work the Inuit have done.
It doesn’t recognize the 20-30 years of work that Inuit have done in trying to negotiate their own land claims.
This article doesn’t recognize that the Federal government for a long time, since 1867, has governed the Inuit.
Since the government came up the Inuit had a vision to govern themselves…
Speaker: We are getting some technical problems.
We have hearing two translations at once.
>>Technical Difficulties
Okay, proceed.
I would like to ask the Premier if he has read the National Post item titled “$525-million below” respecting the financial situation in Nunavut and its dependency on the federal government.
If he has not read it and if he cannot answer then I will table the document later today.
I want to ask if he is planning to respond to this article in the National Post.
Speaker: Mr. Arvaluk I am not sure if it is acceptable for this question to be asked in the House given the fact this document has not been tabled.
I will leave that up to the discretion of the Premier.
If he wishes to address it, he can.
I make it a point not to respond to every report about the government.
Our job is to govern and it is up to everyone to judge us.
The voters will judge us at the end of the day.