EdinburghNLP/nunavut-hansard-plusplus huggingface dataset:
282 – 4(3): Nomination of Hillary Clinton (Okalik) 2150
283 – 4(3): Commemorating the Kitikmeot Inuit Association 40th Anniversary (Akoak) 2150
284 – 4(3): Happy Birthday to Daughter, Lucy Agalakti Mapsalak (Mapsalak) 2151
285 – 4(3): Recent Graduates in Rankin Inlet (Sammurtok, A) 2152
286 – 4(3): Appreciation to All Cape Dorset School Staff (Joanasie) 2152
287 – 4(3): Infant and Child Emergency CPR Course in Rankin Inlet (Sammurtok, T) 2153
288 – 4(3): The Ayalik Foundation (Peterson) 2153
289 – 4(3): Isaac Malliki, Winner of Igloolik’s 2016 Fishing Derby (Quassa) 2154
290 – 4(3): Summer Festivities and Inuit Games (Qirngnuq) 2154
291 – 4(3): Appreciation of Son-in-law (Shooyook) 2155
292 – 4(3): Appreciation of Father and Mother-in-law (Mike) 2156
293 – 4(3): Lancaster Sound (Enook) 2157
294 – 4(3): Granddaughter’s First Seal (Keyootak) 2157
295 – 4(3): 2016 High School Graduates of Arviat (Savikataaq) 2158
Return to Oral Question 317 – 4(3): Status of Hospital Board of Management (Ell-Kanayuk) 2159
Return to Oral Question 372 – 4(3): Status of the Tenant to Owner Program (Hickes) 2159
376 – 4(3): Baffin Island Caribou Management (Okalik) 2160
377 – 4(3): Grise Fiord Airport (Shooyook) 2162
378 – 4(3): Green Energy (Angnakak) 2163
379 – 4(3): Staff Housing (Enook) 2165
380 – 4(3): Sport, Recreation, and Inuit Games (Qirngnuq) 2167
381 – 4(3): Future Status of Rankin Inlet Children’s Group Home (Sammurtok, A) 2169
382 – 4(3): Banking Services (Joanasie) 2169
383 – 4(3): Income Support (Mapsalak) 2170
384 – 4(3): Public and Staff Housing Construction (Rumbolt) 2172
385 – 4(3): The Need for a Bio-lab in Nunavut (Sammurtok, T) 2173
386 – 4(3): Family Visits for Family Services Clients (Mikkungwak) 2175
387 – 4(3): Inuit Language Protection Act (Okalik) 2177
388 – 4(3): Status of Foster Care Services (Angnakak) 2178
389 – 4(3): Status on Sales of Polar Bear Hides (Keyootak) 2180
390 – 4(3): Income Assistance for Minors (Mapsalak) 2181
391 – 4(3): Banking Services (Joanasie) 2182
392 – 4(3): Baffin Island Caribou Management (Mikkungwak) 2183
012 – 4(3): Medical and Duty Travel on Scheduled Airlines (Mikkungwak) 2186
013 – 4(3): Community Transportation Initiatives and Small Craft Harbours Programs (Akoak) 2187
014 – 4(3): Enforcement of the Liquor Act (Sammurtok, A) 2187
015 – 4(3): Government of Nunavut Expenditures on Overtime Pay (Angnakak) 2187
165 – 4(3): Report on the Review and Reform of Income Assistance and Economic Development, June 2016 (Kuksuk) 2188
166 – 4(3): 2016 Annual Report of the Utility Rates Review Council of Nunavut (Mike) 2188
167 – 4(3): Government of Nunavut’s University Feasibility Study, Phase I Analysis, February 22, 2016 (Quassa) 2188
168 – 4(3): Government of Nunavut’s University Feasibility Study, Phase II Analysis, April 19, 2016 (Quassa) 2188
169 – 4(3): Responses from Airlines from Canadian North, First Air, and Calm Air on Codeshare Agreements (Taptuna) 2188
170 – 4(3): 2014-2015 Annual Report of the Nunavut Human Rights Tribunal (Peterson) 2189
171 – 4(3): Comprehensive Report on the Activities and Expenditures of the Energy Secretariat, 2015-2016 (Ell-Kanayuk) 2189
172 – 4(3): FPT Report on the Ministers of Agriculture Meeting, Charlottetown, PEI, July 14 to 17, 2015 (Ell-Kanayuk) 2189
173 – 4(3): FPT Report on Energy, Mines Ministers’ Conference (EMMC) in Halifax, Nova Scotia, July 19 to 21, 2015 (Ell-Kanayuk) 2189
174 – 4(3): Extended Health Benefits Policy (Ell-Kanayuk) 2189
175 – 4(3): Speaker’s List of Outstanding Statutory Tabling Requirements (Speaker) 2189
029 – 4(3): Extension of Question Period (Okalik) 2177
009 – 4(3): Motion to Conclude Bill 18 (Enook) 2205
Bill 16 – An Act to Amend the Travel and Tourism Act – Second Reading 2190
Bill 19 – Unlawful Property Forfeiture Act – Second Reading 2190
Bill 17 – Supplementary Appropriation (Capital) Act, No. 2, 2016-2017 – Consideration in Committee 2191
Bill 18 – Supplementary Appropriation (Operations & Maintenance) Act, No. 1, 2016-2017 – Consideration in Committee 2204
Bill 17 – Supplementary Appropriation (Capital) Act, No. 2, 2016-2017 – Third Reading 2213
Bill 18 – Supplementary Appropriation (Operations & Maintenance) Act, No. 1, 2016-2017 – Third Reading 2213
Ministers’ Statements. (interpretation ends) Hon. Minister of Justice, Mr. Keith Peterson.
Minister’s Statement 140 – 4(3): Consultations on an Act to Replace the Corrections Act (Peterson)
Today, I am announcing that the Department of Justice will soon be conducting consultations on replacing our corrections legislation in Nunavut.
In 1999, we inherited our current Corrections Act from the Northwest Territories. It has not had any major amendments in over 30 years.
It is now time to update and create a Corrections Act that is made in Nunavut.
In addition to an extensive communication campaign with stakeholders and Designated Inuit Organizations (DIOs), the Department of Justice will be holding community consultation sessions in Rankin Inlet, Kugluktuk, Cambridge Bay, Cape Dorset, and Iqaluit over the next few months.
The department intends to use what is learned in the upcoming consultations to create legislation that will replace the current Corrections Act in its entirety.
Mr. Speaker, I encourage everyone is these communities to attend the consultation meetings and share their thoughts on this important issue.
For those communities that will not be visited, the department will set up online and phone consultations.
We look forward to hearing from Nunavummiut on how to best craft legislation that promotes the safe rehabilitation, healing, and reintegration of Nunavummiut in conflict with the law.
Minister’s Statement 141 – 4(3): World Elders’ Abuse Awareness Day (Taptuna)
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to talk about an important issue that affects one of our most valuable and respected populations.
Mr. Speaker, June 15 is World Elders’ Abuse Awareness Day. As you know, our elders are a vital part of Nunavut society. Elders offer insight, guide our culture, shape our future, and keep our connections to our traditions strong.
It is often unthinkable that people would intentionally harm our elders, but this is sometimes the case.
Our government respects and admires the roles of elders, and my department is committed to ensuring that seniors’ needs are addressed in Nunavut.
As such, the Government of Nunavut is developing a coordinated approach to seniors’ services and advocacy in the territory. Our government values the contribution of our elders to our communities and wants to guarantee seniors can easily access government and community services and programs.
Mr. Speaker, we are planning ahead to ensure our elders have an excellent continuum of services that will help Nunavummiut age in place, stay healthy as long as possible, and have access to support services.
I am dedicated to making this a reality and I will work with all departments to simplify and streamline services for our elders.
I urge all my fellow Nunavummiut to speak up if they suspect an elder is being mistreated and to also acknowledge the great role our elders play in the strength and resiliency of our territory. I urge you to do this not only on June 15 but every day.
Minister’s Statement 142 – 4(3): Safe Travels This Summer (Savikataaq)
Now that our summer weather is almost upon us, a lot of people will enjoy being on the land and water this summer. I would like to wish everyone safe and happy travels and remind them to keep safety in mind.
Being prepared is the best way to travel safely.
Make a plan before you go and let someone know what your plan is. Make sure you have enough equipment and supplies because if something goes wrong, it could take some time before help arrives.
I am very encouraged to see people taking advantage of picking up SPOT devices when they travel. The Protection Services Division of CGS provides this equipment free of charge through the hamlets, HTOs, and the RCMP. We provide these free of charge because these devices can save lives.
What worries me is that many of these devices are not being returned after they are being used.
I want to remind people that these devices are for everyone’s use, so it is important to return them.
I would also like to send a special note and thank you to the local community search and rescue volunteers and staff at the Protection Services Division of CG&S for their dedication and commitment. It is good to know that we can always count on them to do a great job.
I am grateful to our partners in Emergency Management as well, the joint rescue coordination centres in Halifax and Trenton, Canadian Coast Guard, Public Safety Canada, Joint Task Force North, and the Canadian Rangers.
With that, I wish all Nunavummiut a safe and happy summer.
Minister’s Statement 143 – 4(3): Atausiuqatigiingniq Inuusirmi Stakeholder Summit (Ell-Kanayuk)
Early last month, the Department of Health, along with our Nunavut Suicide Prevention Strategy partners, hosted Atausiuqatigiingniq Inuusirmi – United for Life, stakeholder summit for suicide prevention.
The summit brought together elders, wellness organizations, teachers, informal and formal counsellors, mentors, and leaders to better understand what is working now and what is needed in the next few years in a long-term action plan.
As to what is working now, the Government of Nunavut has significantly increased intervention and mental health capacity, with child and outreach, mental health and psychiatric nurses in many of our communities.
We now have two mental health facilities with residential treatment, out-patient programming, and drop-in support for mental health clients.
In March of this year, we added another 22 positions across the territory, bringing our budget up to $24 million.
Additionally, we trained more than 2,000 people to be interveners.
The most recent cohort received their certificates during the week of the summit.
The summit provided us with an opportunity to learn more about the good work taking place by community members.
Nunavummiut run men’s groups, on-the-land treatment programs, parenting programs, and cultural programs.
These examples demonstrate individual and community initiatives that are the foundation for lasting mental wellness, resiliency, and suicide prevention.
Summit participants called for suicide prevention based on Inuit self-determination, with a focus on building healthy individuals and communities. They look for multi-year funding for their work and safe places to run their programs.
Above all, summit participants spoke of the need to heal together.
Mr. Speaker, we are faced with a challenge but also an opportunity to remind ourselves and others of the resilience of Nunavummiut and the validity of Nunavut solutions based on cooperation.
The long-term action plan is being drafted now and is based on the “learnings” of what has been done in the past, best practices in our communities, and the summit.
We are all in this together. We are “United for Life – Atausiuqatigiingniq Inuusirmi!”
Minister’s Statement 144 – 4(3): Clyde River Cabinet Retreat (Taptuna)
I would like to take this opportunity to inform my colleagues about our recent cabinet retreat in Clyde River.
First of all, I want to thank the community of Clyde River for their warm hospitality and also thank MLA Keyootak for joining us in Clyde River. This was our third dedicated retreat as a cabinet after meeting previously in Kugaaruk and Whale Cove.
Mr. Speaker, the cabinet had a full agenda, updating Sivumut Abluqta, as well as prioritizing our agenda for action over the next several months. We also reviewed pending legislation and reviewed the fiscal situation of the government.
Mr. Speaker, we had an opportunity to have supper with the hamlet and we also attended a community feast.
We held our meetings at the Piqqusilirivvik, which is an incredibly beautiful building and of course, the pride of the community.
With the weather closing in and logistical as well as other ministerial commitments, we completed the retreat agenda in Iqaluit.
Mr. Speaker, one of the outcomes from the retreat is that this government is moving forward on a number of priorities, including reviewing and revamping processes for the long-term care for our elders and consolidating that care.
We also looked at new legislative initiatives for introduction during the fall session, updating the Nunavut university proposal, actioning the resiliency within us, and strategizing and prioritizing government-wide initiatives.
Mr. Speaker, I want to take this opportunity to thank the community of Clyde River for hosting us, as well as again MLA Keyootak for also travelling to Clyde River for this retreat.
Minister’s Statement 145 – 4(3): The Nunavut Coastal Resource Inventory (Mike)
Good afternoon, Nunavummiut and residents of Pangnirtung.
Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to provide the Legislative Assembly with an update on the Nunavut Coastal Resource Inventory.
This past February, my department completed 10 Nunavut Coastal Resource Inventory interviews in Pond Inlet.
In these interviews, Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit about the land, marine areas, and the distribution of coastal and marine species were documented and mapped.
Pond Inlet is the 19th community to have a Nunavut Coastal Resource Inventory done. (interpretation ends) The Pond Inlet Nunavut Coastal Resource Inventory piloted an atlas feature that was developed in partnership with Carleton University.
This exciting new development displays interview data in an online, interactive forum.
In the next few years, we hope to assemble all the data from the Nunavut Coastal Resource Inventory into the atlas to give viewers a Nunavut-wide understanding of our coastal resources.
(interpretation) Mr. Speaker, the information we collect in the Nunavut Coastal Resource Inventory helps inform my department, the communities, and our co-management partners about resource development, management plans, and conservation efforts.
The atlas will make the information more easily accessible to everyone, especially communities.
Minister’s Statement 146 – 4(3): University Feasibility Study (Quassa)
Good day, residents of my community and colleagues.
(interpretation ends) Mr. Speaker, I would like to report to my colleagues on the findings of the feasibility study my department commissioned to determine the possibility of establishing a university in Nunavut.
The university feasibility study was produced by KPMG and presented the government with several options for delivering university-level programs in Nunavut.
Mr. Speaker, Universities Canada has criteria that must be met in order to establish a university.
These criteria include providing diverse learning programs that are appropriate for Nunavummiut, sufficient student enrolment, highly qualified academic staff, and access to appropriate learning resources.
Nunavut cannot meet the criteria to establish a standalone university.
Mr. Speaker, after careful review of the feasibility study, this government decided to pursue a joint venture partnership with an established university.
A joint venture partnership would allow us to deliver quality education here in Nunavut and meet Universities Canada criteria through the sharing of expertise and staff from a partner university.
Partnering with an existing university would also help us meet the full-time student and academic staff requirement.
Mr. Speaker, choosing to have Nunavut Arctic College partner with an established university is the best plan.
It will allow us to develop a vision and strategic plan moving forward as well as begin to implement a partner selection process for our own joint venture partnership.
By pursuing this joint venture partnership option, Nunavummiut will, in time, be able to enrol in a variety of recognized university programs that are being delivered in Nunavut. (interpretation) Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
Member’s Statement 282 – 4(3): Nomination of Hillary Clinton (Okalik)
I am quite delighted to rise today as we reach this junction and in light of the fact that I had a mother named Annie Okalik, who was a very strong woman and extremely wise.
Whenever our family went through hardships, my mother would keep our family together.
I would not be here today if my mother had not provided a clear direction to follow.
Further, my mother served as a board member for Pauktuutit for many years, trying to provide assistance to her fellow Inuit women.
With that in mind, I was watching a televised event last night that filled me with happiness and I even shed a few tears as I was filled with joy. The American political system, although we live in a different country, has one of the strongest governments in the world.
For the very first time, a major political party nominated a woman for the presidency.
Although she has not been elected yet, just the fact that a woman was nominated is key.
I was extremely proud of Hillary Clinton. As she gave her acceptance speech, she pointed out what her plans were and they were all lofty goals. She intimated that she wanted to work with all citizens and to represent them all in her role.
This was quite exhilarating to see, as this is a precedent set in the American political system, especially in one of the strongest countries in the world.
Now, women should be inspired to pursue any position.
Here in this House, it shows how much more we need to do and I start by thanking the female representatives here. As the next election cycle will commence next year, I urge more women to run for the seats and to try their hardest, as women are quite capable.
Member’s Statement 283 – 4(3): Commemorating the Kitikmeot Inuit Association 40th Anniversary (Akoak)
Good afternoon, fellow members and the community of Gjoa Haven in the Kitikmeot, Nunavut.
I rise today to say “happy 40th anniversary” to the Kitikmeot Inuit Association.
Mr. Speaker, KIA was incorporated on November 15, 1976.
After 40 years of operation, the non-profit organization continues to represent the Inuit in our Kitikmeot communities with dedication and passion.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank the individuals that have worked for and with this organization to ensure it has the resources and capacity to serve our region’s residents, to represent our Inuit, and to give a voice to our collective vision for this territory.
Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Kitikmeot Inuit Association for inviting me to their premier anniversary celebration, which will take place in Cambridge Bay on July 9 and 10.
I am hoping for beautiful weather and red sunsets in Cambridge Bay next month to commemorate the organization’s “Ruby anniversary.”
Mr. Speaker, in usual form, the Kitikmeot Inuit Association is working hard to provide its residents with an outstanding event to celebrate of its 40 years of operation, which will include cultural and musical performances from across the region.
Mr. Speaker, our territory’s regional Inuit organizations play a key role in regulatory and consultation processes that allow beneficiaries to effectively participate in decisions that will affect Nunavut’s physical, political, and social environment today and tomorrow.
I ask that my colleagues join me in applauding the Kitikmeot Inuit Association for its 40 years of hard work.
Member’s Statement 284 – 4(3): Happy Birthday to Daughter, Lucy Agalakti Mapsalak (Mapsalak)
I say “good day” to the residents of Naujaat, Coral Harbour, and Nunavut.
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to speak about a daughter whom I have mentioned from time to time here in the House.
She is at a care facility down in Ontario.
She was home for a short period, which was a happy occasion. She will be celebrating her birthday tomorrow, so I am extending happy birthday wishes a day early, as she will be 20 years of age.
Mr. Speaker, our daughter caused us many worries, as we loved her immensely. At the time, she had grown up in the Inuit homeland, but she was going to be sent down. We had many fears and were quite worried to send her to a care facility.
Even though that was the case, we found out that she was receiving very good care and we are very appreciative of the proper care she receives.
Furthermore, I speak to her on a daily basis and she is quite ecstatic about learning new things.
I would like to let her know as she watches these proceedings that she is beloved, that we love her immensely, and that many people love her.
Enjoy your birthday tomorrow, our lovely daughter.
She is named Lucy Agalakti Mapsalak after my late mother.
Member’s Statement 285 – 4(3): Recent Graduates in Rankin Inlet (Sammurtok, A)
Mr. Alexander Sammurtok: Thank you, Mr. Speaker. (interpretation) I rise today to commemorate the grade 4 Leo Ussak Elementary School graduation ceremony yesterday.
This fall, the students will attend the (interpretation ends) Simon Alaittuq School (interpretation) for the next grade.
Our youngest daughter will attend her classes at this school, so I congratulate Danielle Tulugaq Sammurtok.
(interpretation ends) I also would like to congratulate the students from Maani Ulujuk School that will be graduating this year.
This is the first step of opening doors for your future. Keep going for your education.
(interpretation) Additionally, prior to travelling here, the students at (interpretation ends) Nunavut Arctic College graduating class at the Kivalliq Arctic College and the Kivalliq Trade School (interpretation) underwent a graduation ceremony.
I am quite proud of their accomplishments and encourage them to further their education whenever they can.
Member’s Statement 286 – 4(3): Appreciation to All Cape Dorset School Staff (Joanasie)
Mr. Joanasie (interpretation): Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I wish a good afternoon to my colleagues, Nunavummiut listening to the proceedings, as well as the residents of Kimmirut and Cape Dorset.
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to publicly voice my immense gratitude to staff who work in our schools. I wish to express my appreciation to them, especially in Cape Dorset, where the local high school burnt down in the fall.
With the ending of this school year and as summer approaches, I want to take this opportunity to thank the school principals, teachers, all the way down to the custodians and bus drivers. I extend that thanks to the parents who made the school year a success by advocating their children’s attendance.
As I stated previously, even though the community lost the school, education will not stop but will continue. I’m also envisioning future events with the plans for constructing the new school, such as future graduation ceremonies in Cape Dorset.
That includes other communities, but I just wanted to voice my appreciation publicly.
There were two, but actually, the student body shared one school.
It affected most of the residents and workers when staff had to share workspaces and teach in shifts, with a half day set aside for each student body.
It displayed the cooperation of the staff, the sharing of workspaces, and respect of co-workers.
I want to thank all school staff members on behalf of the parents.
Member’s Statement 287 – 4(3): Infant and Child Emergency CPR Course in Rankin Inlet (Sammurtok, T)
Mr. Tom Sammurtok (interpretation): Thank you, Mr. Speaker. (interpretation ends) I rise today to inform the House about an important safety initiative in Rankin Inlet.
Mr. Speaker, the Municipality of Rankin Inlet’s Emergency Measures Services and fire department have been working to design and deliver a non-certificate course on emergency CPR response for infants and children.
Mr. Speaker, the purpose of the course is to teach participants what to do in the event that an infant or child suddenly stops breathing or shows signs that their heart has stopped.
Mr. Speaker, participants will be taught CPR basics for use until professional first responders can be on the scene.
Mr. Speaker, Rankin Inlet’s Fire Chief Mark Wyatt has been spearheading this initiative, and I am pleased to be able to say that I have been informed that approximately 30 people have already signed up for the course.
Mr. Speaker, learning CPR and First Aid can save lives.
I ask all members to join me in supporting important initiatives such as the one in Rankin Inlet that I have just described. (interpretation) Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
Members’ Statements. Member for Cambridge Bay, Mr. Keith Peterson.