ABCO Industries Limited 1 HANSARD INDEX

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ABCO Industries Limited, Machine Shop Division - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Award: Employers/Employees - Congratulations (res. 1200), n 3527, app 3527 Aboriginal Affairs - Aboriginal Art Exhibit: Participants - Congratulations (res. 416), n 981, app 982 Aboud, Crystal: Allister MacIntyre Memorial Trophy/Scholarship - Congratulations (res. 1400), n 4017, app 4018 Acadia Park (Westville) - Signs: Western Star Lodge - Members Thank (res. 1389), n 4005 Acadia University, 93 Acadia University: Pioneer Award - Congratulations (res. 79), n 171, app 172 Acadian Affairs - Acadian/Francophone Community: Contribution - Recognize (res. 6), n 38, app 39 Acadian Affairs - Executive Director: Position - Interview Details, qu 2955 Acadian Federation of Nova Scotia - Equipe Acadie: Participants - Congratulations (res. 388), n 892, app 893 Acadian Games (17th Regional): Participants/Volunteers - Congratulations (res. 1287), n 3794, app 3795 Acadians - Economy/Culture: Contribution - Recognize (res. 520), n 1197 Access Awareness Week - Support: Access Efforts - Year-Round Achieve (res. 1416), n 4029, app 4030 Access Awareness Week (27/05-02/06/01): Partnership for Access Awareness/Participants - Congratulations (res. 1478), n 4230, app 4231 ACS Trading, Division of Farocan Incorporated/St. Anne Community Nursing Care Centre - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Awards: Employers/Employees - Congratulations (res. 1178), n 3507 Adams, Mrs. Beatrice - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (res. 1497), n 4311 ADDRESS IN REPLY to Speech from the Throne Carey, Mr. J., 151-155 Clarke, Mr. C., 24-28 Estabrooks, Mr. W., 156-165 Gaudet, Mr. W., 231-239 MacDonald, Mr. Manning, 135-151 MacDonell, Mr. J., 28-31; 69-79 Olive, Mr. T., 18-24 Parent, Mr. M., 89-95 Smith, Dr. J., 79-88 Steele, Mr. G., 95-102; 128-135 Adjournment of House (01/06/01) to Meet Again at the Call of the Speaker, 4545 Adjournment of the House (Rule 43) Natural Resources - Prince Colliery: Closure - Economic Impact, 3534, 3593 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber: Agreement - Exemption Status, 1679, 1736 Administrative Professionals Day 2 HANSARD INDEX

Administrative Professionals Day (25/04/01) - Administrative Professionals: Appreciation - Extend (res. 668), n 1673, app 1673 Adopt-a-Library Literacy Program - Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) (Pictou County): Creation - Participants Congratulations (res. 913), n 2554, app 2555 Advocate District High School: Class of 2001 - Congratulations (res. 643), n 1652 Advocate District School - Teachers/Parents/Volunteers/Staff: Dedication - Acknowledge (res. 761), n 2043 Aeolian Singers: Anniversary (25th) - Congratulations (res. 790), n 2067, app 2067 Africentric Learning Institute: Funding - Reallocation, 1144 Agencies, Boards and Commissions - Reduction: Legislation - Introduction, 16 Agriculture: Avery, Steven - Farm Markets, 940 Agriculture - Budget (2001-02): Agricultural Development Institute (ADI) - Funding, 495 Agriculture: Colchester-Musquodoboit Valley - Farming Industry, 1152 Agriculture: Community - Deterioration, 931 Agriculture: Community - Support, 153 Agriculture - Federation of Agriculture: Meetings - Attendance, qu 1216 Agriculture - Food: Taxes - Minister Cease (Adj. motion), 1327 Agriculture: Kings County - Importance, 153 Agriculture: Kings North - Importance, 92 Agriculture - Layoffs (Production Technology Branch): Hiring - Former Executive Assistant (Connell, Mr. Bev), qu 1028 Agriculture - Myers, Rolf: Farming - Methods, 940 Agriculture - Nova Scotia Organic Growers Association: Specialists - Minister’s Awareness, qu 2944 Agriculture - O. H. Armstrong, 152 Agriculture: Seasonal Workers - Importance, 939 Agriculture Administration Amendment (2001) Act (Bill 31), 1st 1105, 2nd 3967, 3rd 4490, RA 4544 Agriculture and Fisheries: Agriculture Development Institute (ADI) - Operation, 361 Agriculture and Fisheries - Agricultural Development Institute (ADI): User Fees - Confirmation, qu 1301 Agriculture and Fisheries: Agricultural Income Disaster Assistance Program - Continuation, 12 Agriculture and Fisheries - Aquaculture Industries (Nova Scotia): Participants - Efforts Congratulations (res. 925), n 2652, app 2653 Agriculture and Fisheries: Blueberry Drink - Production, 359 Agriculture and Fisheries - Bounty Bay Mussel Farm: Lease - Application Support, 937 Agriculture and Fisheries - Buyer Licence Regulations: Processing Costs - Information Table, qu 4119 Agriculture and Fisheries - Buyer Licence Regulations: Response Deadline - Extend, qu 4120 Agriculture and Fisheries - Canadian Partnership for Consumer Food Safety Education: Fight Bac! Program - Congratulations (res. 576), n 1381, app 1382 Agriculture and Fisheries - Deep Sea Trawlers: Observer Program - Support Confirm, qu 4360 Agriculture and Fisheries - Farmers: Ambulance Fees - Disclosure, qu 1025 Agriculture and Fisheries - Farmers: Gratitude - Express (res. 300), n 678, app 679 Agriculture and Fisheries 3 HANSARD INDEX

Agriculture and Fisheries - Farmers: User Fees - Explain, qu 1045 Agriculture and Fisheries - Farmers: User Fees - Minister’s Inaction, qu 1695 Agriculture and Fisheries - Foot and Mouth Disease: Farms (Nova Scotia) - Safety Ensure (res. 1483), n 4234, app 4234 Agriculture and Fisheries - Fuel Rebate Program: Agricultural Sector - Anger Expressed, 30 Agriculture and Fisheries - Genetically Modified Foods: Government (Nova Scotia) - Labelling Program, 30 Agriculture and Fisheries - Government (Canada): Funds - Distribution Time Frame, qu 3771 Agriculture and Fisheries - Illegal Fishing: Cessation Programs - Funding, 361 Agriculture and Fisheries - Lobster Season: Participants - Best Wishes Convey (res. 751), n 1950, app 1950 Agriculture and Fisheries - Maple Producers: Colchester and Cumberland Counties - Commend/Visit (res. 446), n 1008, app 1008 Agriculture and Fisheries - Minister (New): Premier - Appoint (res. 323), n 755 Agriculture and Fisheries: National Soil Conservation Week (15-22/04/01) - Applaud (res. 505), n 1185, app 1186 Agriculture and Fisheries: Net Income Stabilization Account - Continuation, 12 Agriculture and Fisheries: Nova Scotia Agricultural College: Curriculum - Expansion, 12 Agriculture and Fisheries - Ocean Nutrition: Supplements - Production, 359 Agriculture and Fisheries - Oil and Gas Development: Fishery - Impact Respect, 12 Agriculture and Fisheries - Outlook 2001: Initiative - Recognize (res. 174), n 452, app 452 Agriculture and Fisheries - Outlook 2001: Participants - Congratulations (res. 572), n 1377 Agriculture and Fisheries - Outstanding Young Farmers (Atlantic Canadian): Nominees - Congratulations (res. 211), n 519, app 519 Agriculture and Fisheries - Outstanding Young Farmers (Atlantic Canadian): Nominees - Congratulations (res. 267), n 653, app 654 Agriculture and Fisheries - Outstanding Young Farmers Program: Charlton, Debbie and Kevin - Honour Congratulations (res. 393), n 896, app 897 Agriculture and Fisheries - Production Technology Branch: Agricultural Development Institute (ADI) Replacement - Cost-Effectiveness, qu 1308 Agriculture and Fisheries - West Nova Agro Commodities: Annapolis Valley - Efforts Commend (res. 665), n 1670, app 1671 Albert, Dan and Joanne/Holt, Mr. and Mrs. Jack - Order of Good Times: Best Wishes - Extend (res. 1111), n 3350 Alcohol and Gaming Authority - Video Lottery Terminals (VLTs): Plebiscite - Minister Ensure, qu 767 All Saints Hospital (Springhill) - Grief Counselling Program: Organizers - Congratulations (res. 411), n 967 All Saints Hospital (Springhill) - Ladies Auxiliary: Efforts - Congratulations (res. 989), n 2906 Allen, Jordan/Day Dream Designs - Youth Entrepreneurial Skills Program: Award - Congratulations (res. 826), n 2206, app 2206 Allen, Maurice - “Equality: Challenging the Defenses of the Unfettered Free Market”/Book - Congratulations (res. 1244), n 3682, app 3683 Almon, Sarah/Murphy, Erin: Chief Scout Award - Congratulations (res. 599), n 1399, app 1400 Almond, Alice 4 HANSARD INDEX

Almond, Alice: Abbass Award (University College of Cape Breton [UCCB]) - Congratulations (res. 364), n 851, app 851 Alou, Felipe - Baseball: Contribution - Congratulations (res. 1581), n 4457, app 4458 Amendment, Conservative Platform Commitment Keep, 78 Americas, Summit of - Government (Canada): Nova Scotians - Voices Heed (res. 603), n 1402 Americas, Summit of - Protestors: Incarceration - Details, qu 1539 Americas, Summit of: Protestors - Premier Support, qu 1134 Americas, Summit of - Protestors: Safety - Ensure (res. 484), n 1110 Americas, Summit of - Public Inquiry: Kings County - Residents Demand (petition), 2315 Amero, Frank: Courage - Recognize (res. 1307), n 3810, app 3811 Amherst - Volunteer Reception (2001): Honourees - Congratulations (res. 1060), n 3219 Amherst St. John Ambulance - Cadet First Aid Competition: Placement - Congratulations (res. 1105), n 3347 An Act Respecting the Cathedral Church of the Diocese of Nova Scotia (Bill 56), 1st 3629, 2nd 3695, 3rd 4142, RA 4545 Ancient Futures: The Art of the Blacksmith at the Third Millennium - Exhibition: Curator/Artists - Congratulations (res. 934), n 2661, app 2661 Anderson, Christopher/Cumminger, Jonathan - Costa Rica: Environmental Leadership Program - Best Wishes Extend (res. 637), n 1533, app 1533 Anderson, Samantha - Nova Scotia Student Advocacy Coalition: Chair - Election (res. 711), n 1794, app 1795 Anderson, Travis/Boland, Tricia and Uttaro, Daniel/Quinn, Krista - Nova Scotia School Athletic Federation (NSSAF) Badminton Championship: Titles - Congratulations (res. 1541), n 4345, app 4346 Andrews, Derek - Dalhousie Graduation: Page (Nova Scotia Legislature) - Congratulations/Thank (res. 1358), n 3943, app 3944 Annapolis County Adult Residential Centre - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Award: Employers/Employees - Congratulations (res. 1174), n 3505 Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Festival - Executive Committee/MacArthur, Karin: Regards - Extend (res. 1247), n 3685, app 3685 Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Festival: President/Board of Directors/Volunteers - Congratulations (res. 1574), n 4452, app 4452 Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Festival - President/Team: Commemorative Stamp - Announcement Congratulations (res. 940), n 2665, app 2666 Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Festival: Volunteers/Sponsors/Organizers - Congratulations (res. 1090), n 3248, app 3248 Annapolis Valley Farmers Co-op - On-Line Business: Establishment - Recognize (res. 340), n 828, app 829 Anthony, Carl Trucking Ltd. - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Award: Employers/Employees - Congratulations (res. 1168), n 3502 Anthony, Sylvia: Provincial Volunteer Award - Congratulations (res. 606), n 1404, app 1405 Apple Island Marine Boat Building and Repair: Boat Launch - Congratulations (res. 448), n 1009, app 1010 Appropriations Act (2001) 5 HANSARD INDEX

Appropriations Act (2001) (Bill 39), 1st 1373, 2nd 1374, 3rd 1375, RA 4545 Aquaculture Association (Canada)/Nova Scotia Aquaculture Industry: Leadership - Recognize (res. 866), n 2415, app 2416 Arbour Day (10/05/01) - Events: Participation - Encourage (res. 1055), n 3217 Arbour, Madam Justice Louise - University of King’s College: Honorary Degree - Congratulations (res. 798), n 2183, app 2183 Archery Tournament (Atlantic Indoor Regional): Participants/Organizers - Congratulations (res. 1289), n 3796, app 3796 Archibald, Jane - International Music Scene: Recognition - Congratulations (res. 1275), n 3750, app 3751 Armdale Place (Halifax) - Residents/Congratulations: Government (Nova Scotia) - Residential Tenancies Act Amend (res. 61), n 115 Armstrong, Sharon - East Hants Volunteers Award Night: Honour - Congratulations (res. 1203), n 3529, app 3530 Arsenault, Bob - Springhill Arena: Collapse - Actions Applaud (res. 166), n 439 Ashley, Alexandra - National School of Dance: Scholarship - Congratulations (res. 788), n 2065, app 2066 Assessment Act (Bill 55), 1st 3455 Assessment Act and Municipal Government Act (Bill 12), 1st 517, 2nd 3987, 3rd 4475, RA 4544 Association of Professional Engineers of Nova Scotia - Baird, Robert/Cochkanoff, Orest/Sutherland, William: Honorary Life Memberships - Congratulations (res. 92), n 181, app 182 Atlantic Motorsport Park: Owners/Volunteers - Congratulations (res. 427), n 993, app 993 Atlantic View School - Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) Program: Participation - Venoit, Constable Brian Thank (res. 1310), n 3868 Auditor General’s Report - Accountability: Processes - Improve, 22 Avery, Ms. Kim - Guysborough Waterfront Development Project/Committee: Efforts - Congratulations (res. 1490), n 4240, app 4240 Avon Valley Greenhouses Ltd. - Expansion: Congratulations - Contribution Recognize (res. 903), n 2547, app 2547 Aylesford, 152

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Baddeck Lions Club: Anniversary (50th) - Congratulations (res. 1339), n 3892, app 3892 Baie en Joie - Dance Festival: Trophies - Congratulations (res. 558), n 1356, app 1357 Bailey, Brian, 1324 Baillie 6 HANSARD INDEX

BAILLIE, Mrs. Muriel (Pictou West - PC) Report Tabled Private and Local Bills Committee, 3932, 3932, 4035 Resolutions 86 Sports - Hockey: Pictou Maripacs Atom “B” Team - Gold Medal Congratulations, n 177, app 178 119 Women, Status of - Women’s Executive Network: E-Mentoring Program - Launch Congratulations, n 269, app 270 135 Health - Sutherland-Harris/Aberdeen Hospitals: Canadian Council On Health Services Accreditation - Recognition Commend, n 281, app 282 287 Fulmore, David and Velma - PharmaChoice: Reopening - Congratulations, n 668, app 669 305 Peacekeeping Medal: Recipients - Congratulations, n 682, app 682 404 Transportation and Public Works - New Democratic Party (NDP) Transportation Critic: Roads - Timberlea-Prospect Focus, n 905 436 Murray, Bonnie and John - Parsonage Tea House: Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) Volunteer Office - Initiative Congratulations, n 1000, app 1000 454 Sutherland-Harris Memorial Hospital - Veterans Comfort Committee: Royal Canadian Legion (Pictou Branches) - Appreciation Acknowledge, n 1014, app 1015 585 MacLeod, Alex J. - Sawmilling: Board Feet (1 million) - Milestone Congratulations, n 1388, app 1389 816 River John - Library: Friends of the River John Library - Congratulations, n 2197, app 2198 848 Volition - West Pictou High School: Human Rights (Nova Scotia) Award - Congratulations, n 2328, app 2329 874 Jankov, Alan - Sports: Basketball (Pictou County) - Volunteerism Recognize, n 2421, app 2422 912 Taylor, Kristian/Murray, Gillian - Basketball: Atlantic Selects - Selection Congratulations, n 2554, app 2554 943 Campbell, Ian - K-19: The Widow Maker: Film Participation - Congratulations, n 2667, app 2668 978 Glen Haven Manor: Volunteers - Congratulations, n 2802, app 2803 1010 Scotsburn Fire Department - Muscular Dystrophy Boot Drive: Efforts - Congratulations, n 2925, app 2925 1059 Royal Canadian Legion - Call to Remembrance Provincial Competition: Pictou Consolidated School Team - Best Wishes Extend, n 3219 1063 Jeans, Sheila/Priest, Shelly/Whitaker, Cherry - National Karate Competition: Best Wishes - Extend, n 3221 1108 Pictou Landing First Nations: Coastal Community Networks Resource Management Award - Congratulations, n 3349 1148 West Pictou High School - Project Norway: Students - Commend, n 3459, app 3460 Baillie-Resolutions 7 HANSARD INDEX

1175 Kenney, N.R. Logging Ltd. - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Award: Employers/Employees - Congratulations, n 3505 1195 Stories around the Branch - Booklet: Contributors - Congratulations, n 3523, app 3524 1264 MacKean, Roberta - West Pictou Consolidated School: Teaching Methods - Congratulations, n 3742, app 3743 1302 Council (4-H) - Annual General Meeting: Members - Welcome, n 3806, app 3807 1358 Andrews, Derek - Dalhousie Graduation: Page (Nova Scotia Legislature) - Congratulations/Thank, n 3943, app 3944 1404 Stonehame Chalets (Owners)/MacDonald, Keith - Barrier Free Society: Contributions - Congratulations, n 4020, app 4021 1569 Heighton, Ronnie - Landlubbers Lobster and Seafood: Opening - Good Fortune Wish, n 4446 1611 River John Legion - Remembrance Garden: Atlantic Television (ATV) Poker Rally - Fundraising Efforts Congratulations, n 4551 Bain, George: Order of Canada (Officer) - Congratulations (res. 863), n 2404 Baker, John: Firefighter of the Year (2000) - Congratulations (res. 285), n 667, app 667 BAKER, Hon. Michael (Lunenburg - PC) Address in Reply, 18-24 Bills Introduced Oaths of Office Act, 1st 18 7 Lobbyists’ Registration Act, 1st 104, 2nd 408 8 Motor Vehicle Act, 1st 104, 2nd 416 22 Liens Act, 1st 844 23 Enforcement of Canadian Judgments and Decrees Act, 1st 844 25 Justice Administration Amendment (2001) Act, 1st 889, 2nd 3973, 3rd 4484, RA 4544 29 Elections Act, 1st 1073 Justice Administration Amendment (2001) Act (Bill 25), 4484, 4488 Lobbyists’ Registration Act (Bill 7), 408, 415 Ministerial Statement Justice: Cape Breton Regional Municipality (CBRM) - Night Court, 4217 Motor Vehicle Act (Bill 8), 416 Reports Tabled Justice: Civil Procedure Rules - Amendments, 646 Law Amendments Committee, 1180, 1180, 3792, 3867, 3931, 4216 Resolutions 11 Bluenose II Launch - Anniversary (80th): Commemoration - Participants Congratulations, n 43, app 44 48 Meals on Wheels - Frozen Food Pilot Project (Lunenburg County): Victorian Order of Nurses (VON) - Assistance Congratulations, n 106, app 106 60 Economic Development - Clearwater Fine Foods Inc.: Chinese Contract - Signing Congratulations, n 115, app 115 Baker-Resolutions 8 HANSARD INDEX

107 Paul, Dan - Nova Scotia Police Commission: Appointment - Congratulations, n 260, app 261 129 Health - Health Services Foundation (South Shore): Curl for a Cause Committee - Congratulations, n 277, app 277 140 Tourism and Culture - Bluenose II: Banfield, Orval (Former Captain)/Watson, Philip (Captain) - Thank/Congratulations, n 285, app 286 263 Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) - Canadian Peacekeeping Service Medal: Recipients - Congratulations, n 649, app 650 289 Claussen, Barbara - Heritage Home Award (Lunenburg): Recipient - Congratulations, n 670, app 670 298 Sports - Hockey: Lunenburg Falcons Bantam A Team - Performance Congratulations,n 677, app 677 416 Aboriginal Affairs - Aboriginal Art Exhibit: Participants - Congratulations, n 981, app 982 419 Justice - Prostitution Education Program: Organizers - Congratulations, n 983, app 984 457 Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) -Hospitality Service Program (Lunenburg Campus): Gala Dinner - Students Congratulations, n 1017, app 1017 461 Mahone Bay - Harrowsmith Magazine: Prettiest Towns (Canada) - Rating Congratulations, n 1020, app 1020 527 Campaign for Fairness - Bridgewater Town/Mayor/Council: Support - Recognize/Thank, n 1202, app 1202 639 LeCain, Josh - South Shore District Science Fair: Achievements - Congratulations, n 1534, app 1535 686 Reach Nova Scotia: Law Day Award - Congratulations, n 1776, app 1776 703 New Germany High School - Renovations: Opening - Congratulations, n 1788, app 1789 710 Fishermens Memorial Hospital Gift Shoppe - Anniversary (25th) - Fundraising - Congratulations, n 1794, app 1794 828 Firefighters (Volunteer) - Baker Settlement: Incident - Response Congratulations, n 2207, app 2208 832 Watts Communications: Corporate Citizenship - Applaud, n 2314 858 Silver, David and Donna: George Winters Memorial Award - Congratulations, n 2339, app 2339 863 Bain, George: Order of Canada (Officer) - Congratulations, n 2404 918 Drug Awareness Resistance Program - Development: Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) - Commend, n 2647, app 2647 981 Merhi, Murray/Mosher, Josh/Oxner, Drew - Lunenburg Minor Hockey Association: Conduct - Commend, n 2804, app 2805 1162 Scott, Jeremy Douglas - University of New Brunswick (UNB) Law School: Graduation - Congratulations, n 3470, app 3470 Baker-Resolutions 9 HANSARD INDEX

1200 ABCO Industries Limited, Machine Shop Division - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Award: Employers/Employees - Congratulations, n 3527, app 3527 1260 Police Week - Police Officers: Dedication/Achievement - Applaud/Honour (by Hon. R. Russell), n 3735, app 3736 1304 Creasor, Trevor - Nova Scotia Institute of Technology (NSIT) Competition: Performance - Congratulations, n 3808, app 3808 1308 McDonnell, Mary Catherine - Volunteerism: Recognition - Congratulations, n 3811, app 3811 1316 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Bridgewater Area - Recipients Commend, n 3871 1470 Hyson, Danielle - Crime Prevention Association (Martins River/Indian Point/Oakland/Clearland): Bursary - Congratulations, n 4224, app 4224 1491 Lunenburg Board of Trade - Visitor Service Centre: Opening - Congratulations, n 4240, app 4241 1494 Mahone Bay Trading Company - Store Opening: Owner/Staff - Congratulations, n 4243, app 4243 1515 Looke, Andy and Wendy - Canadian Woodlot Forum: Outstanding Contractor of the Year Award - Congratulations, n 4320 1587 Stevens, Randolph/Dimock, Carol M. - Lunenburg Correctional Facility: Efforts - Commend, n 4462, app 4463 Baldwin, Miss Sasha - River Philip Flag: Design Selection - Congratulations (res. 1609), n 4550 BALSER, Hon. Gordon (Digby-Annapolis - PC) Adjournment of House (Rule 43): Natural Resources - Prince Colliery: Closure - Economic Impact, 3600 Bill Introduced 14 Energy Resources Conservation Act/Pipeline Act, 1st 559, 2nd 3983, 3rd 4476, RA 4544 Energy Resources Conservation Act/Pipeline Act (Bill 14), 3983, 3986 Ministerial Statements Economic Development: Export Achievement Awards (17th Annual) - Success, 3880 Petroleum Directorate - Energy: Role - Review, 251 Natural Resources - Prince Colliery: Closure - Economic Impact (Rule 43), 3600 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber: Agreement - Exemption Status (Adjournment of House [Rule 43]), 1760 Nova Scotia Business Inc.: Value - Recognize (res. 985), 3567 Provincial Sovereignty Act (Bill 38), 2962 Resolutions 124 Peck, Darlene and Rodney - Child Welfare League of Canada: Canadian Achievement Award (2000) - Congratulations, n 273, app 274 137 Black Educators Association/Tri-County District School Board - African Heritage Retrospective: Organizers - Congratulations, n 283, app 284 Balser-Resolutions 10 HANSARD INDEX

171 Duggan, Dave - Service: Province of Nova Scotia - Thank, n 449, app 450 291 Islands Spay/Neuter Association - Project: Participants - Applaud, n 671, app 672 303 Canada Customs and Revenue - Community Volunteer Income Tax Program: Volunteers - Applaud, n 680, app 681 458 Langford, Sam - Memory Preservation: Weymouth Falls - Citizens Congratulations, n 1017, app 1018 523 Campaign for Fairness - Offshore/Onshore Technologies Association of Nova Scotia (OTANS): Support - Recognize/Thank, n 1199, app 1200 559 Brannon, Taylor - National Chess Championship: Best Wishes - Convey, n 1357, app 1358 669 Campaign for Fairness - Municipality of Digby/ Warden/Councillors: Support - Recognize/Thank, n 1674, app 1674 739 Islands Consolidated School - Heritage Fair: Participants - Congratulations, n 1941, app 1941 888 Franklin, Josie - Birthday (90th): Congratulations - Spirit Applaud, n 2431, app 2432 916 Barr, Stephanie/Mitchell, Peter - Forum for Young Canadians: Attendees/Sponsors - Congratulations, n 2641 917 Digby General Hospital Auxiliary - Efforts: Applaud - Contribution Congratulations, n 2642 1012 Regional Valley Senior Games - Organizers: Efforts - Acknowledge, n 2926, app 2927 1061 Lewis, Maud - Folk Festival: Organizers - Congratulations, n 3220 1166 Kenney, D.B. Fisheries Ltd. - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Award: Employers/Employees - Congratulations, n 3501 1197 Harwood, Harold - Atlantic Writers Award: Achievement - Congratulations, n 3524, app 3525 1307 Amero, Frank: Courage - Recognize, n 3810, app 3811 1559 Digby and Area Recreation Commission - Adventure Racing Ltd.: Efforts - Congratulations, n 4441 1560 Foster, Oren - World War II Soldiers: Film - Applaud, n 4442 Restoration of the Legal and Environmental Rights of the People of Sydney Act (Bill 35), 1712 Supply Motion, 543-548 Digby-Annapolis: Constituency - Concerns, 543 Digby-Annapolis: Constituency - Geography, 544 Digby-Annapolis: Fishery - Status, 545 Digby-Annapolis: Sports - Teams, 548 Economic Development: Communities - Initiative, 547 Economic Development: Community Economic Development Investment Fund - Operation, 547 Economic Development: Cornwallis Park - Businesses, 545 Economic Development: Western Valley Development Authority - Smart Community Initiative, 545 Balser-Supply Motion 11 HANSARD INDEX

Education: Digby Regional High School - Open House, 544 Health: Physician Recruitment - Digby-Weymouth, 547 Tourism: Digby-Annapolis - Growth, 546 Baptists, Kings County - Contributions, 93 Barkhouse, Doug/Jackson, Ron/Roberts, Dave - Richard Doubleday Memorial Award: Hockey Season (2000-01) - Congratulations (res. 1300), n 3805, app 3805 BARNET, Mr. Barry (Sackville-Beaver Bank - PC) Education - Janitorial Strike: Government (Nova Scotia) - Settle (res. 360), 1057 Education - Janitorial Strike: Student Safety - Ensure (res. 373), 1235 Government (Nova Scotia) - Municipal/Provincial Relations: Platform - Commitment Keep (res. 74), 333 Motor Vehicle Act (Bill 59), 4283 Resolutions 134 Stanhope, Julie - World Special Olympics: Achievement - Congratulations, n 281, app 281 277 Environment and Labour - Sackville Rivers Association: Elaine Burke Award - Congratulations, n 660, app 661 449 Tourism and Culture - Ambassadors Recognition Dinner: Nominees - Congratulations, n 1010, app 1011 531 Cole Harbour-Eastern Passage - Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Comments - Apologize, n 1276 845 Lake District Recreation Association - Sackville: Volunteers - Honourees Congratulations, n 2326, app 2326 853 Nova Scotia - Spring Cleanup: Nova Scotians - Congratulations, n 2332 893 Campbell, Laurie (Lion) - Sackville: Community Dedication - Congratulations, n 2435, app 2435 929 Barrett Lumber Co. - Anniversary (75th): Owners/Staff - Congratulations, n 2656, app 2657 1377 Sackville Heights Elementary School - Official Opening: Parents/Teachers/Students - Congratulations, n 3958, app 3958 1401 Reeder, Eleanor - Death of: Friends/Family - Condolences Extend, n 4018, app 4018 1516 Ingram, Andy - Millwood High School: Exemplary Participation Award - Congratulations, n 4320 1517 Nicks, Stephen - Millwood High School: Exemplary Participation Award - Congratulations, n 4321 1518 MacDonald, Candace - Millwood High School: Exemplary Participation Award - Congratulations, n 4321 1519 Pashkowski, Amanda - Millwood High School: Exemplary Participation Award - Congratulations, n 4322 Barnet-Resolutions 12 HANSARD INDEX

1520 Marchand, Larry - Millwood High School: Exemplary Participation Award - Congratulations, n 4322 1521 Lutz, Dorothy - Sackville Heights Junior High School: Outstanding Service Award - Congratulations, n 4323 Supply Motion, 605-610, 1320-1325 Bailey, Brian, 1324 Budget (2001-02): Infrastructure Works Program - Details, 607 Burke, Foster: Volunteerism - Recognition, 1322 Campbell, Laurie, 1325 Crooks, Edie, 1323 Dicks, Ward, 1324 Economic Development - Upper Hammonds Plains-Lucasville Development Association: Efforts - Gratitude Convey, 1324 Environment and Labour: Beaver Bank - Water Supply, 606 Environment and Labour - Infrastructure Works Program: Water System - Deliver, 610 Environment and Labour - Sackville-Beaver Bank: Drinking Water - Protection, 605 Environment and Labour - Upper Hammonds Plains: Water Supply - Accessibility, 605 Environment and Labour - Water System: Maplewood on the Lakes Subdivision - Requests, 607 Firefighters: Volunteer - Commend, 1322 Hoar, Andy, 1325 Johnson, Brian and Pam, 1323 MacDonald, Bill, 1325 Margeson, Ken - Scouts: Involvement - Recognize, 1322 Morgan, Gordon - Volunteer: Recognition - Congratulations, 1321 Oliver, Perry, 1325 Pashkoshi, Joanne, 1324 Peach, John and Cathy, 1323 Sackville - Kinsmen Club, 1325 Sackville - Service Clubs, 1325 Sackville - St. John Vianney Knights of Columbus, 1325 Sackville-Beaver Bank: Springfield Lake Recreation Association - Efforts, 1324 Sperdakes, John: Death of - Tribute, 1322 Taylor, Bob, 1325 Theriault, Paul - Volunteer: Efforts - Congratulations, 1321 Volunteers: Efforts - Recognize, 1320 Volunteers: Contributions - Highlight (Adj. motion), 1264 Barr, Stephanie/Mitchell, Peter - Forum for Young Canadians: Attendees/Sponsors - Congratulations (res. 916), n 2641 Barrett Lumber Co. - Anniversary (75th): Owners/Staff - Congratulations (res. 929), n 2656, app 2657 Battle of the Atlantic 13 HANSARD INDEX

Battle of the Atlantic: Victims - Honour (res. 927), n 2655, app 2656 BCA Investment - Co-operative - Community: Support - Credit (res. 800), n 2185, app 2185 Beasley, Sharon: Taste of Nova Scotia Award - Congratulations (res. 296), n 675, app 676 Beazley, Ken: Community Involvement - Congratulations (res. 406), n 906, app 907 Beechville, 162 Bell, Sharon - Heritage Credit Union: Service - Congratulations (res. 1544), n 4347, app 4348 Bentley, Avard - Maple Hall of Fame: Induction - Congratulations (res. 280), n 663, app 663 Bentley, Avard - Maple Hall of Fame: Induction - Congratulations (res. 990), n 2907 Bergman, Mark/Day Dream Designs - Youth Entrepreneurial Skills Program: Award - Congratulations (res. 827), n 2206, app 2207 Berwick, 152 Best, Dr. Carrie: Achievements - Honour (res. 1002), n 2919, app 2920 Best Western Aurora Inn (Kingston, Kings County): Anniversary (20th) - Congratulations (res. 1489), n 4239, app 4239 Beuree, Harry - St. Margarets Bay Area: Contributions - Congratulations (res. 164), n 387, app 388 Bhandari, Judy: Retirement - Congratulations (res. 314), n 749, app 749 Big Bras d’Or - Fire Department/Fire Ladies: Efforts - Congratulations (res. 824), n 2204, app 2204 Big Brothers/Big Sisters (South Shore) - Fundraisers: Participants - Congratulations (res. 1035), n 3005 Big Brothers/Big Sisters (South Shore) - Fundraisers: Participants - Congratulations (res. 1083), n 3243, app 3243 BILLS (Numerical) Oaths of Office Act (Hon. M. Baker) 1st 18 1 Land Registration Act (Hon. A. MacIsaac) 1st 40, 2nd 205, 3rd 4125, RA 4543 2 Public Services Protection Act (Ms. Maureen MacDonald) 1st 41 3 Whistleblowers Act (Mr. F. Corbett) 1st 41 4 Medicare Protection Act (Mr. D. Dexter) 1st 41 5 Lobbyists’ Registration Act (Mr. J. MacDonell) 1st 41 6 Road Improvements Act (Mr. W. Estabrooks) 1st 41 7 Lobbyists’ Registration Act (Hon. M. Baker) 1st 104, 2nd 408 8 Motor Vehicle Act (Hon. M. Baker) 1st 104, 2nd 416 9 Pension Benefits Act (Hon. D. Morse) 1st 173, 2nd 3994 Bills 14 HANSARD INDEX

10 Order of Nova Scotia Act (Hon. Rodney MacDonald) 1st 261, 2nd 507, 549, 801, 4075, 3rd 4473, RA 4543 11 Financial Measures (2001) Act (Hon. N. LeBlanc) 1st 452, 2nd 619, 876, 951 12 Assessment Act and Municipal Government Act (Hon. A. MacIsaac) 1st 517, 2nd 3987, 3rd 4475, RA 4544 13 House of Assembly Act (Mr. D. Wilson) 1st 517, 2nd 713, 3rd 4072, RA 4544 14 Energy Resources Conservation Act/Pipeline Act (Hon. G. Balser) 1st 559, 2nd 3983, 3rd 4476, RA 4544 15 Teachers’ Collective Bargaining Act (Hon. J. Purves) 1st 559, 2nd 3696, 3rd 4125, RA 4544 16 Engineering and Geoscience Professions Act (Mr. J. DeWolfe) 1st 652 17 Optometry Act (Hon. J. Muir) 1st 652, 2nd 3699, 3rd 4127, RA 4544 18 Registered Nurses Act (Hon. J. Muir) 1st 652, 2nd 3710, 3rd 4128, RA 4544 19 Licensed Practical Nurses Act (Hon. J. Muir) 1st 652, 2nd 3703, 3rd 4129, RA 4544 20 Government Restructuring (2001) Act (Hon. R. Russell) 1st 746, 2nd 2457, 2516, 2556, amdt. 2678, 2700, 2809, 2836, 2879, 3042, 3164, 3258, 3377, 3rd 4035, RA 4544 21 Transportation Amendments (2001) Act (Hon. R. Russell) 1st 824, 2nd 3721, 3rd 4130, RA 4544 22 Liens Act (Hon. M. Baker) 1st 844 23 Enforcement of Canadian Judgments and Decrees Act (Hon. M. Baker) 1st 844 24 St. Francis Xavier (F.X.) University Millennium Centre Grants Act (Mr. Ronald Chisholm) 1st 889, 2nd 3694, 3rd 4140, RA 4544 25 Justice Administration Amendment (2001) Act (Hon. M. Baker) 1st 889, 2nd 3973, 3rd 4484, RA 4544 26 Chester Trails Act (Mr. J. Chataway) 1st 986, 2nd 3694, 3rd 4142, RA 4544 27 Veterinary Medical Act (Mr. J. Carey) 1st 987, 2nd 3695, 3rd 4140, RA 4544 28 Securities Act (Hon. D. Morse) 1st 1072 , 2nd 3972, 3rd 4490, RA 4544 29 Elections Act (Hon. M. Baker) 1st 1073 Bills 15 HANSARD INDEX

30 Financial Measures (2001) Act (Hon. N. LeBlanc) 1st 1073, 2nd 1162, 1335, 1407, 1555, 1631, 1818, 1896, 1952, 1958, 1959, 2071, 2228, 2295, 2456, 3rd 4057, RA 4544 31 Agriculture Administration Amendment (2001) Act (Hon. E. Fage) 1st 1105, 2nd 3967, 3rd 4490, RA 4544 32 Livestock Health Services Act (Hon. E. Fage) 1st 1105, 2nd 3725, 3rd 4136, RA 4544 33 Scalers Act (Hon. E. Fage) 1st 1105, 2nd 3730, 3rd 4138, RA 4544 34 Social Workers Act (Hon. P. Christie) 1st 1185, 2nd 3731, 3rd 4139, RA 4544 35 Restoration of the Legal and Environmental Rights of the People of Sydney Act (Mr. G. Steele) 1st 1275, 2nd 1709 36 Bras d’Or Lakes Conservation Act (Mr. K. MacAskill) 1st 1275 37 User-Fees Disclosure Act (Mr. K. Deveaux) 1st 1355, 2nd 1722 38 Provincial Sovereignty Act (Mr. H. Epstein) 1st 1355, 2nd 2958 39 Appropriations Act (2001) (Hon. R. Russell) 1st 1373, 2nd 1374, 3rd 1375, RA 4545 40 Hepatitis C Compensation Act (Mr. D. Dexter) 1st 2184 41 Employment Equity Act (Mr. K. Deveaux) 1st 2184 42 Motor Vehicle Act (Mr. W. Estabrooks) 1st 2184 43 Moratorium on Medicare User Fees Act (Dr. J. Smith) 1st 2319 44 Mechanics’ Lien Act (Mr. D. Dexter) 1st 2319 45 Upper Stewiacke Fire Protection Act (Mr. B. Taylor) 1st 2320, 2nd 3694, 3rd 4142, RA 4544 46 Sydney Casino Profits Distribution Act (Mr. D.Wilson) 1st 2320, 2nd 4287 47 Ombudsman Act (Mr. K. Deveaux) 1st 2320 48 Gasoline and Diesel Oil Fair-marketing Practices Act (Mr. J. Holm) 1st 2417 49 Energy Council Act (Mr. H. Epstein) 1st 2417 Bills 16 HANSARD INDEX

50 Fundamental Tax Reform Committee Act (Mr. D. Downe) 1st 2540, 2nd 3579 51 Motor Vehicle Act (Mr. J. Pye) 1st 2540 52 Workers Health and Safety Act (Mr. F. Corbett) 1st 2914, 2nd 3853 53 Labour Standards Code (Mr. D. Dexter) 1st 2993, 2nd 3840 54 District of Barrington Health Professionals Assistance Act (Mr. C. O’Donnell) 1st 3230, 2nd 3694, 3rd 4143, 4200, 4372, 4428, 4490, 4542, RA 4544 55 Assessment Act (Mr. G. Steele) 1st 3455 56 An Act Respecting the Cathedral Church of the Diocese of Nova Scotia (Hon. J. Purves) 1st 3629, 2nd 3695, 3rd 4142, RA 4545 57 Halifax Corresponding Committee Act (Hon. J. Purves) 1st 3629, 2nd 3695, 3rd 4142, RA 4545 58 Labour Standards Code (Mr. H. Epstein) 1st 3629 59 Motor Vehicle Act (Dr. J. Smith) 1st 3663, 2nd 4272 60 Trade Union Act (Mr. F. Corbett) 1st 3740 61 Protection of Public Participation Act (Mr. G. Steele) 1st 3795 62 Consumer Protection Act (Mr. D. Dexter) 1st 3941 63 Commissioner on Resources and Environment Act (Mr. J. MacDonell) 1st 3941 64 Health-care Costs Recovery Act (Mr. K. Deveaux) 1st 4013 65 Well-being Measurement Act (Mr. H. Epstein) 1st 4224 66 Forests Act (Mr. J. MacDonell) 1st 4335 67 Municipal Government Act (Mr. G. Steele) 1st 4451 Birch Mountain Bluegrass Band: East Coast Music Award - Congratulations (res. 294), n 673, app 674 Birks, Jake/Kelloway, Bruce: Canadian Peacekeeping Services Medal and Nobel Peace Prize Certificate - Congratulations (res. 424), n 990, app 990 Bishop, Dr. Henry - Nova Scotia College of Art and Design (NSCAD): Honorary Degree - Congratulations (res. 288), n 669, app 670 Bishop, Jill 17 HANSARD INDEX

Bishop, Jill - Skills Nova Scotia Competition: Victory - Congratulations (res. 1241), n 3680, app 3680 Bishop, Jill - Skills Nova Scotia Competition: Victory - Congratulations (res. 1271), n 3747, app 3748 Black Community: Kings County - Importance, 94 Black Cultural Centre - Remembering Black Loyalists/Black Communities: Sponsors/Organizers - Congratulations (res. 1249), n 3686, app 3687 Black Cultural Society (Nova Scotia) - Wall of Honour: Inductees - Congratulations (res. 153), n 380, app 381 Black Educators Association - Campbell, Wendy/Desmond, Jennifer/Desmond, Dedriea/Calliste, Agnes/Chase, Katherine: Recognition - Commend (res. 141), n 286, app 287 Black Educators Association/Tri-County District School Board - African Heritage Retrospective: Organizers - Congratulations (res. 137), n 283, app 284 Black Loyalist Heritage Society - Web Site: Design Team - Congratulations (res. 225), n 529, app 529 Blakeley, Dr. Phyllis R. Award (2001): Recipients - Congratulations (res. 412), n 978, app 979 Blasco, Stefan - Order of Canada: Recipient - Congratulations (res. 283), n 665, app 666 Bluenose II Launch - Anniversary (80th): Commemoration - Participants Congratulations (res. 11), n 43, app 44 Boakes, Gary - National Junior Boxing Championship: Silver Medal - Congratulations (res. 1119), n 3359, app 3359 Boakes, Gary - National Junior Boxing Championship: Silver Medal - Congratulations (res. 1193), n 3521, app 3522 Bond, James - Municipality of East Hants: Volunteerism - Recognition Congratulations (res. 1265), n 3743, app 3744 Border Belles: Anniversary (20th) - Congratulations (res. 99), n 247 Bosom Buddies - Flea Market: Breast Cancer Foundation - Donation Congratulations (res. 463), n 1021, app 1022 BOUDREAU, Mr. Brian (Cape Breton The Lakes - L) Assessment Act and Municipal Government Act (Bill 21), 3988, 4476 District of Barrington Health Professionals Assistance Act (Bill 54), 4155, 4372 Economic Development - Cape Breton: Northside Industrial Park - Importance Recognize (Adj. motion), 740 Financial Measures (2001) Act (Bill 30), 1502, 1555, 2029 Government Restructuring (2001) Act (Bill 20), 2576, 3059, 3429 Health - Northside General Hospital: Emergency Room - Closure (Adj. motion), 2293 Land Registration Act (Bill 1), 210 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber: Agreement - Exemption Status (Adjournment of House [Rule 43]), 1764 Order of Nova Scotia Act (Bill 10), 810 Boudreau-Questions (Oral) 18 HANSARD INDEX

Questions (Oral) Canada Post (North Sydney) - Closure: Review - Premier’s Involvement, 3918 Community Services - Community Employment Innovation Program (CEIP) Recipients: Documentation - Provide, 4368 Education: Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board - Minister’s Commitment, 1540 Environment and Labour: Drinking Water Strategy - Status, 3037 Environment and Labour - Resource Recovery Fund Board (RRFB): Funding Salaries - Proportion, 3835 Health - Northside General Hospital: Doctors - Recruitment Begin, 2210 Justice - Vehicle Compliance Officers: Cutback - Decision Details, 3041 Justice: Vehicle Compliance Officers - Privatization, 3490 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Canada-Nova Scotia Infrastructure Program: Community Projects - Status, 1704 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Compliance Officers: Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) - Details, 1688 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Equalization - Standards, 202 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Equalization: Union of Nova Scotia Municipalities (UNSM) - Proposal, 1304 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Municipal Transit (Accessible) - Funding Adequacy, 2449 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Sable Offshore Energy Project (SOEP) Assessment: Decline - Revenue Loss, 3478 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Vehicle Compliance Officers - Privatization, 404 Sports - Communicable Diseases: Spread - Concern, 776 Transportation and Public Works - Bras d’Or Bridge: Traffic Problems - Minister’s Notification, 2950 Transportation and Public Works - Cape Breton: Essential Service - Neglect Explain, 690 Transportation and Public Works - Little Bras d’Or Bridge: Flag People - Minister Employ, 4116 Transportation and Public Works - Little Bras d’Or Bridge: Work - Status, 4269 Transportation and Public Works -T.L. Sullivan School (Bras d’Or): Crossing Light - Replacement, 1038 Resolutions 37 Sports - Basketball Canadian Inter-University Athletic Union (CIAU) Championships (Men): St. Francis Xavier (F.X.) - Win Congratulations (by Mr. M. Samson), n 62, app 63 64 University College of Cape Breton (UCCB) - Community Studies Program: Breakfast Program (Bras d’Or Elementary School) - Recognize, n 117, app 118 192 Transportation and Public Works - Budget (2001-02): Allocation - Minister Employ, n 466 Boudreau-Resolutions 19 HANSARD INDEX

248 Cape Breton North Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Cabinet - Promotion, n 569 279 Natural Resources: Forestry - Memorial High School Maple Syrup Program, n 662, app 662 357 Sports - Curling: Colleen Jones Team - Victory Congratulations (by Mr. W. Gaudet), n 845, app 846 396 Economic Development - Tesma: Expansion - Workers Congratulations, n 899, app 899 422 Miles, Johnny - Boston Marathon Victory: Anniversary (75th) - Impact Recognize, n 988, app 989 491 LeFort, Charlie/MacDonald, Karen - Boston Marathon: Participation - Congratulations, n 1115, app 1116 500 Education - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Funding - Provide, n 1122 536 Miles, Johnny - Boston Marathon Victory: Anniversary (75th) - Congratulations, n 1280, app 1281 622 Cotton, Amy/MacIntosh, Scott - Cape Breton Sport Hall of Fame: Athletes of the Year - Induction Congratulations, n 1522, app 1522 634 Cape Breton Sport Hall of Fame: Inductees - Congratulations, n 1531, app 1531 744 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Vehicle Compliance Officers: Privatization/Reduction - Cease, n 1944 781 Health - Northside General Hospital: Emergency Department - Problem Solve, n 2060 787 Memorial High School - Public Speaking Contest: Competitors/Organizers - Congratulations, n 2064, app 2065 876 Sports - Cape Breton Night of Kick Boxing: Competitors/Organizers - Best Wishes Extend, n 2422, app 2423 905 Community Employment Innovation Project - North Sydney: Participants - Congratulations, n 2548, app 2549 939 Occupational Health and Safety Week (06-12/05/01) - Workplaces: Safety and Reliability - Interest Renew, n 2664, app 2665 945 MacNeil, Ian/Martell, Keith - Nova Scotia Community College (Marconi Campus): Model Generator Construction - Congratulations, n 2669, app 2669 1009 Canada Post - Sorting Station (North Sydney): Jobs - Retain, n 2924 1031 Talbot House - Work: Residents/Staff - Recognize, n 3003 1050 Nova Scotia - Spring Cleanup: Nova Scotians - Congratulations, n 3017 1134 Viva, Catherine: Prime Minister’s Award for Teaching - Congratulations, n 3370, app 3371 1138 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 105 (Bras d’Or): Traffic Lights - Minister’s Action, n 3373 1156 MacInnis, Al/White, Colin - Hockey: Talent - Recognize, n 3465, app 3466 1272 Catholic Women’s League - Bras d’Or: Anniversary (50th) - Congratulations, n 3748, app 3749 Boudreau-Resolutions 20 HANSARD INDEX

1295 Peacekeeping Medals - Royal Canadian Legion (Armstrong Memorial Branch 19): Recipients - Congratulations, n 3801, app 3801 1342 MacLeod’s Wholesale Cash and Carry (Sydney River) - Expansion: Management/Staff - Congratulations, n 3894, app 3895 1348 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Vehicle Compliance Officers: Privatization - Cease, n 3899 1371 Premier - Accomplishments: Post-Election - Question, n 3953 1409 Insurance Companies - Increases: Seniors (70-plus) - Cease, n 4024, app 4024 1417 Canada Post (North Sydney) - Closure: Premier - Counterparts (Canada) Meet, n 4030 1442 Florence Fire Department: Anniversary (40th) - Congratulations, n 4093, app 4094 1448 Transportation and Public Works - Little Bras d’Or Bridge Road Work: Completion (02/06/01) - Minister Ensure, n 4098 1543 Mine Rescue Competition (Nova Scotia/New Brunswick) - Prince Mine Team: Victory - Congratulations, n 4347, app 4347 1547 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Vehicle Compliance Officers: Future - Premier/Minister/Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU) Meet, n 4350 1589 Johnson, Carla Jean: Accomplishments - Congratulations, n 4464, app 4464 1601 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Doctor Recruitment: Bidding War Aversion - Premier’s Promise Remind, n 4472 Supply Motion, 783-787 Transportation and Public Works: Roads - Cape Breton The Lakes, 783 Transportation and Public Works - Roads: Hamm Government - Attention Required (Adj. motion), 430 Volunteers: Contributions - Highlight (Adj. motion), 1270 Bowater Mersey, Woodland Division - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Award: Employers/Employees - Congratulations (res. 1176), n 3506 Bowles, Steven - Canadian Lifesaving Society: Award - Congratulations (res. 814), n 2196, app 2197 Bowles, Steven: Lifesaving Society Award - Congratulations (res. 794), n 2070, app 2070 Boyd, Ivan - Shoreline Journal: Volunteer of the Month - Congratulations (res. 343), n 831, app 832 Bragg, Margaret: Mother - Introduction of, 24 Brain Injury Association (Nova Scotia) - Members: Efforts - Commend (res. 629), n 1527, app 1528 Brand Nova Scotia, 69 Brannon, Taylor - National Chess Championship: Best Wishes - Convey (res. 559), n 1357, app 1358 Brantall, Mary - World Special Olympics: Gold Medal - Congratulations (res. 122), n 271, app 272 Bras d’Or Lakes Conservation Act (Bill 36), 1st 1275 Bras d’Or Stewardship Society - Preservation: Efforts - Congratulations (res. 530), n 1276, app 1276 Breast Cancer Survivor Day: Organizers - Commend (res. 1360), n 3945, app 3945 Breton Education Centre - Safe Grad Program: Fundraising - Congratulations (res. 731), n 1934, app 1935 Bridgewater Elementary School 21 HANSARD INDEX

Bridgewater Elementary School - Pratt & Whitney Film Festival: Prize (1st) - Congratulations (res. 482), n 1109, app 1109 Bridgewater Elementary School - Provincial Chess Tournament: Champions - Congratulations (res. 1252), n 3688, app 3689 Bridgewater Fire Department/Ladies Auxiliary - Volunteers: Anniversary (125th) - Congratulations (res. 1475), n 4228, app 4228 Bridgewater Kinettes: Anniversary (50th) - Congratulations (res. 35), n 61, app 61 Brodie, Rick - Central Nova Tourist Association: Presidents Award - Congratulations (res. 167), n 439 Brooks, Mrs. Eliza - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (res. 1511), n 4318 Brown, A. Garnet - Saint Mary’s University: Honorary Degree - Congratulations (res. 1124), n 3363, app 3363 Brown, Art - Shipping News: Acting Debut - Congratulations (res. 553), n 1352 Brown, Greg - Halifax Regional Development Agency: Work - Commend (res. 1578), n 4455, app 4456 Brown, Leona - Springhill: Provincial Representative Volunteer - Congratulations (res. 612), n 1513 Bruneau, Carol - Atlantic Book Awards: Prizes - Congratulations (res. 1420), n 4032, app 4033 Bruneau, Carol - Purple for Sky: Book - Applaud (res. 1376), n 3957, app 3958 Brymer, Alex: Chief Scout Award - Congratulations (res. 476), n 1079, app 1079 Budget (1999-2000) - Finance/Transportation and Public Works Ministers: Allocation Surplus - Employ (res. 593), n 1394 Budget (2001-02): Atlantic Province - Comparisons, 482 Budget (2001-02): CHST: Funding - Forecasts, 488 Budget (2001-02): Civil Service - Impact, 486 Budget (2001-02) - Content, 478 Budget (2001-02) - Fiscal Management: Plan - Absence, 502 Budget (2001-02): Funding - Federal, 481 Budget (2001-02) - Highlights, 480 Budget (2001-02): Infrastructure Works Program - Details, 607 Budget (2001-02): Kings West - Impact, 938 Budget (2001-02): Mismanagement - Evidence, 490 Budget (2001-02): Plan - Adherence, 1368 Budget (2001-02): Response - Conclusions, 489 Budget (2001-02) - Revenue: Estimates - Accuracy, 488 Budget (2001-02): Sable Gas - Projections, 488 Budget (2001-02): Spending - Details, 357 Budget (2001-02): Spending - Increase, 939 Budget (2001-02) - Concerns: Address - Failure, 373 Budget (Nova Scotia) (2001-02) - Health: Care - Investments, 355 Budget Speech (29/03/01) 22 HANSARD INDEX

BUDGET SPEECH (29/03/01) [Estimates (2001-02) res. 1)]; 354-373 Agriculture and Fisheries: Agriculture Development Institute (ADI) - Operation, 361 Agriculture and Fisheries: Blueberry Drink - Production, 359 Agriculture and Fisheries - Illegal Fishing: Cessation Programs - Funding, 361 Agriculture and Fisheries - Ocean Nutrition: Supplements - Production, 359 Budget (2001-02): Spending - Details, 357 Budget (Nova Scotia) (2001-02) - Health: Care - Investments, 355 Civil Service: Size - Reduction, 358 Collective Bargaining - Process: Treasury - Effects, 358 Community Services - National Child Benefit: Increases - Recipients, 367 Community Services - Nova Scotia Child Benefit: Increases/Changes - Details, 367 Community Services - Social Assistance: Reform - Initiatives, 360 Economic: Disparities - Regional, 358 Economic Development: Infrastructure - Changes, 356 Economic Development: Nova Scotia Business Inc. - Creation, 361 Economic Development: Nova Scotia Resources Limited - Sale, 355 Economic Development: Success - Ingredients, 356 Economy (Nova Scotia): Jobs - Creation, 355 Economy (Nova Scotia) - Status, 355, 369 Education - Active Young Readers Program: Expansion - Funding, 368 Education - Career Options: School Programs - Implementation, 360 Education - Community College: Funding - Additional, 360 Education - Community College: Virtual Campus - Expansion, 360 Education: Information Management - Funding, 367 Education - Nova Scotia Agricultural College: Research - Details, 359 Education - Nova Scotia School for Adult Learning: Funding - Allocation, 360 Education - Public Schools: Budget - Increases, 369 Education - Research: Funding - Investment, 359 Education - Schools: Computers - Placement, 359 Education - Special Needs: Funding - Increases, 369 Education - Students: Code of Conduct - Funding, 369 Education - Universities: Capital Projects - Funding Cessation, 369 Education - Universities: Operating Funds - Increases, 369 Education - Youth Pathways and Transitions Program: Implementation - Schedule, 360 Environment and Labour: Canada-Nova Scotia Infrastructure Program - Funding, 363 Environment and Labour - Greenhouse Gases: Reduction - Funding, 364 Environment and Labour - Water: Safety Regulations - Introduction, 363 Finance: Accountability - Importance, 357 Finance - Budget: Spending - Details, 357 Finance - Budget (2002-2003): Balance - Achieved, 355 Finance - Debt-Servicing: Costs - Forecasting, 358 Finance: Deficit (2000-01) - Status, 356 Finance: Deficit (2001-02) - Estimate, 356 Budget Speech (29/03/01) 23 HANSARD INDEX

Finance: Estimates - Details, 357 Finance: Fiscal Management - Aims, 358 Finance: Fiscal Stability - Imminence, 356 Finance: Fiscal Target - Status, 355 Finance - Revenue: Gains - Status, 357 Finance - Tax System: Review - Report Inclusion, 362 Finance - Tobacco Tax: Increase - Goals, 364 Government (Nova Scotia): Skills Strategy - Development, 360 Health - Care: System - Evolution, 364 Health - Children: Special Needs - Funding, 366 Health - Community Health Boards: Funding - Details, 364 Health - District Health Authorities: Funding - Increases, 366 Health - Home Care: Funding - Increases, 365 Health - Hospitals: Patient Fees - Details, 365 Health: Information Management - Funding, 367 Health: Nursing Strategy - Implementation, 366 Health - Pharmacare: Equity/Access - Ensure, 365 Natural Resources - Energy Strategy: Initiative - Funding, 364 Natural Resources - Forestry: Practices - Sustainability, 362 Natural Resources: Offshore - Future, 358 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Access Nova Scotia: Offices - Expansion, 363 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Nova Scotia Business Registry - Expansion, 363 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Registry 2000 - Implementation, 363 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Service Nova Scotia Express - Implementation, 363 Sports - Nova Scotia Sport and Recreation Commission: Funding - Increases, 364 Sysco - Closure, 355 Tourism and Culture - Activities: Export-Focused - Funding, 361 Tourism and Culture: Investment - Increase, 361 Tourism and Culture - Museums: Funding - Reallocation, 361 Transportation and Public Works: Budget - Increases, 362 Transportation and Public Works: Funding - Increase, 356 Burgess, Ted/Clarke, Reginald - East Hants Tourist Association: Lifetime Membership - Congratulations (res. 468), n 1073, app 1073 Burke, Eric/St. Annes Nursing Care Centre - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Award: Staff/Board of Directors/Administration - Congratulations (res. 1586), n 4461, app 4462 Burke, Foster: Volunteerism - Recognition, 1322 Burrill, Adrian/Cummings, Maghan/Lawson-Issé, Martina/ Lochead, Ashley/Chisholm, Sarah - Public Speaking (French) Competition: Skills - Applaud (res. 1273), n 3749, app 3749 Burton, Nancy 24 HANSARD INDEX

Burton, Nancy - Parrsboro: Provincial Representative Volunteer - Congratulations (res. 677), n 1768 Bus Accident (Sussex, New Brunswick) - Oakhill Middle School (Massachusetts): Families/Friends - Condolences Extend (res. 768), n 2050, app 2051 Buy Nova Scotia, 69

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Cabot Trail Relay - Athletes/Organizers: Best Wishes - Offer (res. 1363), n 3947, app 3948 Caines, Dr. Judy - Medical Society of Nova Scotia: Distinguished Service Award - Congratulations (res. 805), n 2188, app 2189 Callaghan, Clair - Dalhousie University: Honorary Degree - Congratulations (res. 1261), n 3740, app 3740 Calvin’s TV/Armstrong, Calvin and Judy: Community Spirit - Recognize (res. 456), n 1016, app 1016 Cameron, June - Government (Nova Scotia): Volunteer of the Year (2001) - Congratulations (res. 544), n 1286, app 1287 Camp Green, CANADA - Tourism Industry Association of Nova Scotia (TIANS): Campaign - Success Congratulations (res. 867), n 2416, app 2416 Camp Treasure Chest - Asthma Sufferers: Difficulties - Acknowledge (res. 1364), n 3948, app 3949 Campaign for Fairness, 22, 25, 26, 238 Campaign for Fairness - Acadia University (Executive Committee Board of Governors): Support - Recognize/Thank (res. 518), n 1195, app 1196 Campaign for Fairness - Antigonish Town/Mayor/Council: Support - Recognize/Thank (res. 515), n 1193, app 1194 Campaign for Fairness - Bridgewater Town/Mayor/Council: Support - Recognize/Thank (res. 527), n 1202, app 1202 Campaign for Fairness - Bridgewater Town/Mayor/Council: Support - Recognize/Thank (res. 1045), n 3013, app 3014 Campaign for Fairness - Canso Town/Mayor/Council: Support - Recognize/Thank (res. 516), n 1194, app 1194 Campaign for Fairness: Government (Nova Scotia) - Rewrite (res. 1041), n 3010 Campaign for Fairness - Liberal Party (Nova Scotia): Support - Demonstrate (res. 524), n 1200 Campaign for Fairness - Municipal Council of Annapolis/Warden/Council: Support - Recognize/Thank (res. 513), n 1192, app 1192 Campaign for Fairness - Municipality of the County of Inverness/Warden/Council: Support - Recognize/Thank (res. 510), n 1189, app 1190 Campaign for Fairness - Municipality of Digby/Warden/Councillors: Support - Recognize/Thank (res. 669), n 1674, app 1674 Campaign for Fairness: Municipality of Queens - Recognize/Thank (res. 736), n 1938, app 1939 Campaign for Fairness - New Glasgow Town/Mayor/Council: Support - Recognize/Thank (res. 521), n 1198, app 1198 Campaign for Fairness 25 HANSARD INDEX

Campaign for Fairness - Offshore/Onshore Technologies Association of Nova Scotia (OTANS): Support - Recognize/Thank (res. 523), n 1199, app 1200 Campaign for Fairness - Offshore Resources: Beneficiary (Nova Scotia) - Finance Minister (Canada) Inform (res. 1189), n 3518 Campaign for Fairness - Opposition Leader: Criticism - Explain (res. 1211), n 3623 Campaign for Fairness - Shelburne County Women’s Forum: Support - Recognize/Thank (res. 525), n 1201 Campaign for Fairness - Shipyards (Nova Scotia): Revitalization - Include (res. 1357), n 3941 Campaign for Fairness - South Queens Chamber of Commerce: Support - Recognize/Thank (res. 519), n 1196, app 1197 Campbell, Gordon/British Columbia Liberal Party - Election: Best Wishes - Convey (res. 547), n 1288 Campbell, Ian - K-19: The Widow Maker: Film Participation - Congratulations (res. 943), n 2667, app 2668 Campbell, Jonathan - Atlantic Writing Competition: Recognition - Congratulations (res. 435), n 999, app 1000 Campbell, Laurie, 1325 Campbell, Laurie (Lion) - Sackville: Community Dedication - Congratulations (res. 893), n 2435, app 2435 Canada Customs and Revenue - Community Volunteer Income Tax Program: Volunteers - Applaud (res. 303), n 680, app 681 Canada/Norway - Military: World War II - Participants Remember (res. 638), n 1534, app 1534 Canada-Nova Scotia Offshore Accord (1986) - Nova Scotia Liberals/Martin, Honourable Paul: Contact - Lack Explain (res. 550), n 1290 Canada Post - Sorting Station (North Sydney): Jobs - Retain (res. 1009), n 2924 Canada Post (North Sydney) - Closure: Premier - Counterparts (Canada) Meet (res. 1417), n 4030 Canada Post (North Sydney) - Closure: Review - Premier’s Involvement, qu 3918 Canadian Association of Insurance and Financial Advisers - Yarmouth Chapter: Cystic Fibrosis Award - Congratulations (res. 310), n 743 Canadian Cancer Society (Nova Scotia Division) - Cancer Awareness Month: Volunteers - Efforts Congratulations (res. 765), n 2048, app 2049 Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Greenwood, 152 Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Greenwood - Search and Rescue Crew: Courageous Efforts - Praise (res. 118), n 268, app 269 Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Shearwater - History/Contribution Recognize: Base Maintain - Government (Canada) Encourage (res. 1402), n 4018, app 4019 Canadian Merchant Navy/Norway - World War II: Contributions - Thank (res. 594), n 1395, app 1396 Canadian National (CN) Rail - Stewiacke: Speed Reduction - Town Council Support (res. 1412), n 4026, app 4027 Canadian National Site Licensing Project - Research Libraries: Participants - Congratulations (res. 1523), n 4330, app 4330 Canadian Peacekeeping Medals 26 HANSARD INDEX

Canadian Peacekeeping Medals: Cape Breton Peacekeepers - Congratulations (res. 230), n 532, app 533 Canadian Peacekeeping Medals - North Sydney: Recipients - Congratulations (res. 1070), n 3233, app 3233 Canadian Peacekeeping Service Medals - Cape Breton Ceremony: Recipients - Congratulations (res. 367), n 853, app 853 Canadian Peacekeeping Service Medals - Richmond County: Recipients - Congratulations (res. 887), n 2430, app 2431 Cancer Awareness Month: April - Recognize (res. 331), n 821, app 822 Cancer Care Nova Scotia - Priority: Premier/Health Minister - Commitment Honour (res. 743), n 1944 Cancer Survivors Day (03/06/01) - Celebrate (res. 1396), n 4013, app 4014 Canning Volunteer Fire Department - Defibrillator Equipment: Service - Congratulations (res. 851), n 2330, app 2331 Cape Breton North - By-Election: Voting - Reasons, 77 Cape Breton North: Constituents - Desires, 25 Cape Breton North Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Congratulations, 96 Cape Breton North Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Election - Congratulations, 231 Cape Breton North Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Equalization Program: Backbenchers Impact, 137 Cape Breton North - Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Performance - Constituencies Judge (res. 165), n 388 Cape Breton North - Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Progressive Conservative Caucus - Welcome, 19 Cape Breton North - Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Sysco Equipment: Sydney - Retention Urge, 140 Cape Breton North - Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Victory - Congratulations, 89 Cape Breton North - Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Tory Ministers - Befriend (res. 325), n 757 Cape Breton North/Halifax Fairview - By-Elections: Candidates - Thank (res. 10), n 43, app 43 Cape Breton North/Halifax Fairview - By-Elections: Liberals - Declarations, 78 Cape Breton North/Halifax Fairview - By-Elections: Members Elected - Congratulations (res. 66), n 119, app 119 Cape Breton North Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Cabinet - Promotion (res. 248), n 569 Cape Breton North Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) (Cecil Clarke): Welcome - Extend, 2 Cape Breton North Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Medical Doctors/Spin Doctors: Recruitment - Dispute (res. 852), n 2331 Cape Breton North - Students: Classroom Debate - Compliment, 25 Cape Breton Nova 27 HANSARD INDEX

Cape Breton Nova - Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Recovery - Best Wishes Convey (res. 34), n 60, app 61 Cape Breton Nova - Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Recovery: Wishes - Convey, 24 Cape Breton Nova Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Recovery - Wishes Convey, 1370 Cape Breton Nova Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Speedy Recovery - Wish, 232 Cape Breton Nova Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Thoughts - Convey, 96 Cape Breton Sport Hall of Fame: Inductees - Congratulations (res. 634), n 1531, app 1531 CAREY, Mr. Jon (Kings West - PC) Address in Reply; 151-155 Agriculture: Community - Support, 153 Agriculture: Kings County - Importance, 153 Agriculture - O. H. Armstrong, 152 Aylesford, 152 Berwick, 152 Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Greenwood, 152 Cobi Foods, 152 Community Services - Program: Support - Encourage, 154 Economic Development, 154 Education - Kings West: Constituents - Concerns, 153 Health - System: Kings West - Concerns, 153 House of Assembly - Decorum: Deterioration - Concerns, 155 Kings West - Constituency, 151 Kings West: Constituency - Organizations, 151 Kingston, 152 Larsen Packers, 152 Oaklawn Zoo, 152 Speech from the Throne: Forestry - Issues, 154 Speech from the Throne - Roads: Importance - Recognition, 152 Tourism: Kings West - Attractions, 154 Tourism - Promotion, 154 Bill Introduced 27 Veterinary Medical Act, 1st 987, 2nd 3695, 3rd 4140, RA 4544 Finance - Debt Reduction: Minister - Method (res. 315), 1251 Resolutions 118 Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Greenwood - Search and Rescue Crew: Courageous Efforts - Praise, n 268, app 269 340 Annapolis Valley Farmers Co-op - On-Line Business: Establishment - Recognize, n 828, app 829 435 Campbell, Jonathan - Atlantic Writing Competition: Recognition - Congratulations, n 999, app 1000 713 Reid Family (Kingston, Nova Scotia) - Sobeys Family Volunteer of the Year Award, n 1796, app 1797 733 Sea King Helicopters - Government (Canada): Replacements - Urge, n 1936 Carey-Resolutions 28 HANSARD INDEX

1223 Chignecto Provincial Park - Rescue: 14 Wing Greenwood/Coast Guard Auxiliary - Thank, n 3633, app 3634 1290 Ward, Daisy Adele: Governor-General’s Caring Canadian Award - Congratulations, n 3797, app 3797 1489 Best Western Aurora Inn (Kingston, Kings County): Anniversary (20th) - Congratulations, n 4239, app 4239 Sea King Helicopters - Government (Canada): Replacement - Urge (Adj. motion), 4300 Supply Motion, 938-941 Agriculture: Avery, Steven - Farm Markets, 940 Agriculture - Myers, Rolf: Farming - Methods, 940 Agriculture: Seasonal Workers - Importance, 939 Budget (2001-02): Kings West - Impact, 938 Budget (2001-02): Spending - Increase, 939 Economic Development: Annapolis Valley Peat Moss Limited - Products, 940 Health: Community Services - Co-operation, 939 Health: Seniors - Housing, 939 Veterinary Medical Act (Bill 27), 3695, 4140 Carson Downey Band: East Coast Music Awards - Congratulations (res. 301), n 679, app 679 Carter, Darrin Logging Ltd. - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Award: Employers/Employees - Congratulations (res. 1172), n 3504 Carter, Philip - Adventure in Citizenship Program: Springhill Rotary Club - Representation Congratulations (res. 675), n 1767 Casey, Earl E. - Truro and District Chamber of Commerce: Business Person of the Year - Congratulations (res. 271), n 656, app 657 Catholic Women’s League - Bras d’Or: Anniversary (50th) - Congratulations (res. 1272), n 3748, app 3749 Catholic Women’s League - Halifax Diocesan Annual Convention (79th): Volunteers - Congratulations (res. 1024), n 2997 Catholic Women’s League - Halifax Diocesan Annual Convention (79th): Volunteers - Congratulations (res. 1093), n 3250, app 3251 Cellucci, Hon. Paul - Ambassador (Canada): Appointment - Congratulations (res. 371), n 856, app 856 Celtic Brew - Directors: Efforts - Best Wishes Offer (res. 1136), n 3372, app 3372 Celtic Colours/Pier 21 - Attractions Canada: National Grand Prize - Congratulations (res. 1329), n 3884, app 3885 Celtic Colours/Pier 21- Attractions Canada: Prizes - Congratulations (res. 1406), n 4022, app 4022 Census Week (13-19/05/01) - Observe (res. 650), n 1658, app 1659 Central Halifax Residents Association, 1143 Centre for Entrepreneurship Education and Development (CEED) - Open for Business Project: Entrepreneurship Ambassadors - Congratulations (res. 1182), n 3512, app 3513 Chandler, E.B. Junior High School (Amherst) - Science Fair (2001): Winners/Finalists - Recognize (res. 640), n 1535 Chapman, Harry 29 HANSARD INDEX

Chapman, Harry: Dartmouth Book Award - Congratulations (res. 1567), n 4445 Chapman, Harry - Dartmouth: History - Documentation, 19 Charles, Dr. Tony - Saint Mary’s University: Pew Marine Conservation Fellowship - Congratulations (res. 1112), n 3353, app 3354 CHATAWAY, Mr. John (Chester-St. Margarets - PC) Agriculture - Food: Taxes - Minister Cease (Adj. motion), 1332 Bill Introduced 26 Chester Trails Act, 1st 986, 2nd 3694, 3rd 4142, RA 4544 Chester Trails Act (Bill 26), 3694 Government (Nova Scotia) - Municipal/Provincial Relations: Platform - Commitment Keep (res. 74), 337 Petition Presented Transportation and Public Works: Route 12 (Chester Basin to New Ross) - Priority, 33 Resolutions 128 Nickerson, Jessica - World Special Olympics: Performance - Congratulations, n 276, app 277 136 Ondaatje, Christopher - South Shore Cultural Life: Contribution - Gratitude Express, n 282, app 283 283 Blasco, Stefan - Order of Canada: Recipient - Congratulations, n 665, app 666 295 Nemeskeri, George and Monica - Chester Plastics: Efforts - Congratulations, n 674, app 675 440 Harwood-Jones, Dawn - Chester Playhouse: Volunteer Efforts - Congratulations, n 1003, app 1004 456 Calvin’s TV/Armstrong, Calvin and Judy: Community Spirit - Recognize, n 1016, app 1016 629 Brain Injury Association (Nova Scotia) - Members: Efforts - Commend, n 1527, app 1528 829 MacLeod, Lois - Municipality of Chester: Heritage - Efforts Congratulations, n 2208, app 2208 1160 Hamm, Jim/Shriners: Tribute - Congratulations, n 3468, app 3469 1407 Chester Basin-New Ross-Chester Lions Club - Adopt-a-Highway Cleanup: Members - Congratulations, n 4022, app 4023 1443 Looke, Andy and Wendy - Canadian Woodlot Forum: Outstanding Contractor Award - Congratulations, n 4094, app 4095 1451 Nickerson, Jessica: Athletic Success/Determination - Congratulations, n 4100, app 4101 1492 Nova Scotia School Athletic Federation (NSSAF) - Awards: Recipients - Congratulations, n 4241, app 4242 Chataway-Supply Motion 30 HANSARD INDEX

Supply Motion, 1370-71 Cape Breton Nova Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Recovery - Wishes Convey, 1370 Chester-St. Margaret’s: Campaign - Team, 1371 Chester-St. Margaret’s - Constituency, 1371 Finance - Foreign Currency: Exposure - Reduction, 1371 Health - Care: Providers - Gratitude Express, 1370 Sackville-Cobequid Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Recovery - Inspiration, 1370 CHCN - Creation: Board of Directors/Staff - Congratulations (res. 843), n 2324, app 2325 Chebucto Links - Vial of Life Program: Participants - Congratulations (res. 366), n 852, app 852 Chester Basin-New Ross-Chester Lions Club - Adopt-a-Highway Cleanup: Members - Congratulations (res. 1407), n 4022, app 4023 Chester-St. Margaret’s: Campaign - Team, 1371 Chester-St. Margaret’s - Constituency, 1371 Chester-St. Margaret’s Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Federation Nova Scotia Heritage: Dr. Phyllis R. Blakeley Award - Congratulations (res. 212), n 520, app 520 Chester-St. Margaret’s Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Return - Welcome, 30, 89 Chester Trails Act (Bill 26), 1st 986, 2nd 3694, 3rd 4142, RA 4544 Chignecto-Central/Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Boards - Mi’kmaq Language Course: Video Conferencing - Participants Congratulations (res. 833), n 2316, app 2317 Chignecto East Regional Science Fair: Participants - Congratulations (res. 700), n 1786, app 1787 Chignecto Provincial Park - Rescue: 14 Wing Greenwood/Coast Guard Auxiliary - Thank (res. 1223), n 3633, app 3634 Child Pornography - Government (Canada): Legislation - Pass (res. 1553), n 4438 Children: Physical Health/Emotional Well Being - Government Investment, 4 Children/Adolescents - Mental Health Services: Access - Improvement, 4 CHIPMAN, Mr. Frank (Annapolis - PC) Petition Presented Environment and Labour - Torbrook (Annapolis County): Composting Facility - Oppose, 4082 Resolutions 122 Brantall, Mary - World Special Olympics: Gold Medal - Congratulations, n 271, app 272 145 Education - Middleton Regional High School Senior Concert Band: European Tour - Congratulations, n 289, app 290 249 Fitzgerald, Brian - Brew Pub: Opening - Congratulations, n 570, app 570 290 Ritchie, Danny/Family - Lequille Country Store: Reopening - Congratulations, n 670, app 671 300 Agriculture and Fisheries - Farmers: Gratitude - Express, n 678, app 679 393 Agriculture and Fisheries - Outstanding Young Farmers Program: Charlton, Debbie and Kevin - Honour Congratulations, n 896, app 897 Chipman-Resolutions 31 HANSARD INDEX

445 LeGard, Derek: Tourism Industry Association of Nova Scotia (TIANS) Pineapple Award - Congratulations, n 1007, app 1008 465 Economic Development - Western Valley Development Authority: Smart Community Program - Efforts Congratulations, n 1023, app 1024 489 Middleton Community Access Project - Opening - Participants - Congratulations, n 1113, app 1114 513 Campaign for Fairness - Municipality of the County of Annapolis/Warden/Council: Support - Recognize/Thank, n 1192, app 1192 541 Lunenburg West Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Former Finance Minister: Track Record - Remember, n 1284 617 Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) - Middleton: Detachment - Opening Congratulations, n 1518, app 1518 665 Agriculture and Fisheries - West Nova Agro Commodities: Annapolis Valley - Efforts Commend, n 1670, app 1671 771 Langille, Glen - Central Annapolis Valley Chamber of Commerce: Business Person of the Year - Congratulations, n 2053, app 2053 797 LeGard, Derek: Tourism Industry Association of Nova Scotia (TIANS) Pineapple Award - Congratulations, n 2175 959 Natural Resources: Forest Industry - Support, n 2785 1174 Annapolis County Adult Residential Centre - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Award: Employers/Employees - Congratulations, n 3505 1211 Campaign for Fairness - Opposition Leader: Criticism - Explain, n 3623 1220 Fredericks, Lila - Retirement: Best Wishes - Extend, n 3631, app 3632 1247 Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Festival - Executive Committee/MacArthur, Karin: Regards - Extend, n 3685, app 3685 1280 Piper, Loretta - Sleeping Children Around the World Program: Efforts - Congratulations, n 3785 1305 Nictaux Hospital Auxiliary - Anniversary (40th): Lifetime Memberships - Congratulations, n 3808, app 3809 1313 Royal Canadian Legion - Middleton Branch: Anniversary (75th) Medals - Recipients Congratulations, n 3870 1324 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Retirement Planners Association - Commend, n 3876 1446 Port Royal - 400th Anniversary Society: Costa, Jerri/Volunteers - Congratulations, n 4096, app 4097 1455 Saint Mary’s Church (Belleisle): Rebuilding Anniversary (25th) - Congratulations, n 4104, app 4104 1458 Middleton Magic - Volleyball: Bantam Women’s Championship - Congratulations, n 4210 1459 Sanford, Ashlea - St. Francis Xavier (F.X.) University: Women’s Volleyball Rookie of the Year - Congratulations, n 4211 1482 Lowe, Claude and Marian - Annapolis County Rural Beautification Committee: Award - Congratulations, n 4233, app 4234 Chipman-Resolutions 32 HANSARD INDEX

1552 Middleton Regional High School - Athletics: Activity Awards - Recipients Congratulations, n 4437 1553 Child Pornography - Government (Canada): Legislation - Pass, n 4438 1562 Sports - Nova Scotia Powerlifting Championships: Medals - Middleton Recipients Congratulations, n 4443 1568 Williams, Shelley - Hockey: Investors Group Community Sport Administration Award - Congratulations, n 4446 CHISHOLM, Mr. Robert (Halifax Atlantic - NDP) District of Barrington Health Professionals Assistance Act (Bill 54), 4510 Financial Measures (2001) Act (Bil1 30), 1631, 2144 Government Restructuring (2001) Act (Bill 20), 2687, 3169, 3436 Questions (Oral) Community Services - Social Assistance: Post-Secondary Education - Exclusion Explain, 2350 Education - Janitorial Strike: Education Act (Section 68) - Minister’s Compliance, 1702 Environment and Labour - Construction Debris: Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) - Location, 4260 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Museums - Cutbacks, 1036 Finance - Nova Scotia Film Development Corporation: Funding - Cuts Explain, 1042 Tourism and Culture: McCulloch House - Minister Open, 1039 Resolutions 30 Education - Literacy Pilot Project: Pianosi, Catherine/Wallace, Jennifer/B.C. Silver Junior High School - Congratulations, n 57, app 58 43 Sports - Hockey: Yarmouth Consolidated Memorial High School Vikings - Good Luck Convey, n 67, app 67 93 Tourism and Culture - Preston Cultural Festival (2001): Participants - Congratulations, n 182, app 183 112 Dill-Fuller, Brandon Christopher Michael: Death of - Tribute, n 264, app 265 197 Sports - Hockey: Nova Scotia Sport Athletic Federation (NSSAF) Championship - J.L. Ilsley Judges Congratulations, n 470, app 470 206 Tourism and Culture - Community Museums: Funding Cuts - Regret, n 476 209 Colchester-Musquodoboit Valley Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Religious Intolerance: House - Reject, n 517 225 Black Loyalist Heritage Society - Web Site: Design Team - Congratulations, n 529, app 529 247 Rotary Club (Amherst) - El Salvador: Donations - Congratulations, n 568, app 569 370 Community Services - Seniors Residence (Arnold Drive, Spryfield): Elevator - Fund, n 855 381 Economic Development: District 18 Business and Development Association - Commend, n 863, app 863 Chisholm, Robert-Resolutions 33 HANSARD INDEX

394 Environment and Labour - McIntosh Run Watershed Association: Members - Commitment Recognize, n 897, app 898 569 Parent Abuse - Spry, Captain William Community Centre: Research Project - Participants Congratulations, n 1364, app 1365 594 Canadian Merchant Navy/Norway - World War II: Contributions - Thank, n 1395, app 1396 604 Education - Rockingstone Heights School: Healthy Kidz Program - Participants Congratulations, n 1403, app 1403 624 New Glasgow School Band/Choir - Maritime Musicfest: Participation - Congratulations, n 1523, app 1524 712 Greenwood Military Aviation Museum - Attractions Canada: Recognition - Congratulations, n 1795, app 1796 790 Aeolian Singers: Anniversary (26th) - Congratulations, n 2067, app 2067 792 Cobequid Education Centre - Musical Theatre: Anniversary (30th) - Congratulations, n 2068, app 2069 812 Halifax International Airport Authority - Board of Directors: Collective Bargaining Process - Follow, n 2194 907 Lighthouse Day (Nova Scotia) - Information: Web Site - Participants Congratulations, n 2550, app 2551 927 Battle of the Atlantic: Victims - Honour, n 2655, app 2656 1040 Environment and Labour - Janitorial Strike: Mediator - Minister Appoint, n 3009 1051 Mascoll, Beverley - Mount St. Vincent University: Honorary Degree - Congratulations, n 3017 1080 Ring, David/Cochran, Andrew - Theodore Tugboat/Sparking Springs: Merchandising - Congratulations, n 3240, app 3241 1100 Lobster Season - Fishers: Safe/Successful Season - Wishes Extend, n 3255, app 3255 1158 Pottier, Danielle - South West Nova Music Fest: Star - Nomination Congratulations, n 3467, app 3467 1277 Rug Hooking Guild (Nova Scotia) - Art: Retention - Congratulations, n 3752, app 3753 1376 Bruneau, Carol - Purple for Sky: Book - Applaud, n 3957, app 3958 1384 Transportation and Public Works - Routes 306 and 349: Road Work - Residents Assure, n 3963 1410 Greekfest - Saint George’s Greek Orthodox Church/Congregation: Staging - Congratulations, n 4024, app 4025 1420 Bruneau, Carol - Atlantic Book Awards: Prizes - Congratulations, n 4032, app 4033 1565 International Day of the Lebanese Emigrant - Recognize: Arab, George - Emigrant of the Year Congratulations, n 444 1588 Lewis, Sara Lee - Mermaid Theatre: Order of Canada - Congratulations, n 4463, app 4463 Supply Motion, 779-781 Education: J. L. Ilsley High School/Halifax West High School - Split-Shifting, 779 Chisholm, Ronald 34 HANSARD INDEX

CHISHOLM, Mr. Ronald (Guysborough-Port Hawkesbury - PC) Bill Introduced 24 St. Francis Xavier (F.X.) University Millennium Centre Grants Act, 1st 889, 2nd 3694, 3rd 4140, RA 4544 Petition Presented Transportation and Public Works: South River Lake Road - Pave, 1773 Resolutions 116 Economic Development - Electronic Data Systems (EDS) Call Centres: Nova Scotia Opening - Applaud, n 267, app 268 255 Sports - Hockey: Strait Pirates - Junior B Title Congratulations, n 574, app 575 292 Embree, Sam - Port Hawkesbury Volunteer Fire Department: Anniversary (50th) - Congratulations, n 672, app 673 307 Tourism and Culture - Gaelic Culture: Bursary Endowment - Organizers Congratulations, n 684, app 684 441 Fisher, Mary - Mulgrave Road Theatre: Role - Recognize, n 1004, app 1004 516 Campaign for Fairness - Canso Town/Mayor/Council: Support - Recognize/Thank, n 1194, app 1194 854 Tourism and Culture - Sherbrooke Village: Director/Staff - Congratulations, n 2332, app 2337 877 Feltmate, Phil - Canso: Volunteer of the Year - Congratulations, n 2423, app 2424 891 O’Neil, Kevin - Mulgrave: Volunteer of the Year - Congratulations, n 2433, app 2434 906 Sutherland, Alice - St. Mary’s (Guysborough County): Volunteer of the Year - Congratulations, n 2549, app 2550 1178 ACS Trading, Division of Farocan Incorporated/St. Anne Community Nursing Care Centre - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Awards: Employers/Employees - Congratulations, n 3507 1340 Jordan, Frank/Verge, Harold: Sherbrooke Award (2001) - Congratulations, n 3893, app 3893 1361 Manchester-Boylston Fire Department - Fundraising: Efforts - Congratulations, n 3946, app 3946 1372 Port Hawkesbury Judo Club - Tournaments: Efforts - Congratulations, n 3954, app 3955 1490 Avery, Ms. Kim - Guysborough Waterfront Development Project/Committee: Efforts - Congratulations, n 4240, app 4240 1538 Sinclair, Carol (Guysborough County): Artistic Achievements - Congratulations, n 4343, app 4343 St. Francis Xavier University Millennium Centre Grants Act (Bill 24), 3694, 4141 Christie 35 HANSARD INDEX

CHRISTIE, Hon. Peter (Bedford-Fall River - PC) Bill Introduced 34 Social Workers Act, 1st 1185, 2nd 3731, 3rd 4139, RA 4544 Ministerial Statement Community Services - Children: Developmental Disabilities - Services Expand, 2643 Report Tabled Community Services: Information - Provide, 1774 Resolutions 103 Spears, Brenda: David William Connors Memorial Award - Congratulations, n 257, app 258 486 Furneaux, Karen - Paddling: Gold Medals - Congratulations, n 1112, app 1112 574 Dress for Success - Initiative: Participants - Congratulations, n 1379, app 1380 591 Coffin, Kathy - Maritime Centre of Excellence: Award - Congratulations, n 1393, app 1393 706 Kikuchi, David - Gymnastics: Medals - Congratulations, n 1791, app 1791 715 Lockview High School - Fast for Famine: Students - Efforts Recognize, n 1797, app 1798 827 Bergman, Mark/Day Dream Designs - Youth Entrpreneurial Skills Program: Award - Congratulations, n 2206, app 2207 834 Community Services - Persons With Disabilities: National Web Site - Availability Congratulations, n 2317, app 2318 946 Galbraith, Margaret - Girl Guides: Provincial Commissioner - Appointment Congratulations, n 2669, app 2670 1204 Waverley War Memorial Garden and Museum - Watson, Jean/Members Waverley Legion: Thanks Extend, n 3530, app 3530 1226 Johnson, Charlotte - Canadian Cancer Society: National Citation of Merit - Congratulations, n 3635, app 3636 1234 Furneaux, Karen - Canadian Paddling Team Trials: Showing - Congratulations, n 3642, app 3642 1237 Lifestyle (2001) Home Construction: Partners - Congratulations, n 3674 1253 Dunn, Rick - Rifle Association (Nova Scotia): Irving Trophy - Congratulations, n 3689, app 3690 1393 Partnership for Access Awareness (Nova Scotia) - Disabled Nova Scotians: Quality of Life - Improvement Congratulations, n 4010, app 4011 1526 Spears, Brenda - Social Work Community: Commitment - Congratulations, n 4333, app 4333 1528 MacLean, Ian - Social Work Community: Contributions - Appreciation Extend, n 4334, app 4335 Social Workers Act (Bill 34), 3732, 3734 Church, Constable David/Herbert, Constable Francois - Lake Echo Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP): Community Officer - Thank/Welcome (res. 1004), n 2920, app 2921 Civil Service: Size - Reduction, 358 CKCL 36 HANSARD INDEX

CKCL - Congratulations: 99.5 FM CAT Country - Best Wishes (res. 864), n 2404 CKCL: Service - Recognize (res. 724), n 1929, app 1930 Clare Acadians - Peewee A Team: SEDMHA Tournament - Victory Congratulations (res. 616), n 1517, app 1518 Claremont, Robert - Canadian Cancer Society: Certificate of Merit - Congratulations (res. 309), n 743 CLARKE, Mr. Cecil (Cape Breton North - PC) Address in Reply, 24-28 Bragg, Margaret: Mother - Introduction of, 24 Campaign for Fairness, 25, 26 Cape Breton North: Constituents - Desires, 25 Cape Breton North - Students: Classroom Debate - Compliment, 25 Cape Breton Nova Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Recovery: Wishes - Convey, 24 Clarke, Edgar: Father - Introduction of, 24 Drake-MacDonald, Reverend Brenda, 26 Dunphy, Reverend Gerald, 26 Finance - Debt Servicing, 27 Halifax Fairview Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Election - Congratulations, 24 MacDonald, Reverend Tony, 26 MacLellan, Russell: Public Service - Commend, 24 MacLeod, Alfie, 27 MacLeod, Reverend Ian, 26 MacRae, Reverend Ken, 27 Natural Resources - Laurentian Sub-Basin: Boundary - Recognition, 26 Natural Resources : Offshore Development - Opportunities, 26 Nova Scotia: Undersea Resources - Ownership, 26 Progressive Conservative Caucus - Colleagues: Campaign Assistance - Thank, 24 Ralph, Reverend Karen, 26 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Union of Nova Scotia Municipalities - Equalization Proposal, 25 Speech from the Throne - Guidance, 27 Sydney Mines Renewal Association, 26 Adjournment of House (Rule 43): Natural Resources - Prince Colliery: Closure - Economic Impact, 3619 Economic Development - Cape Breton: Northside Industrial Park - Importance Recognize (Adj. motion), 734 Education - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Allocation (2000-01) - Minister’s Report (res. 778), 2370 Environment and Labour - Whitney Pier Residents: Premier/Health Minister - Meet, 3924 Government (Nova Scotia) - Municipal/Provincial Relations: Platform - Commitment Keep (res. 74), 330 Clarke 37 HANSARD INDEX

Health - Northside General Hospital: Emergency Room - Closure (Adj. motion), 2290 Natural Resources - Prince Colliery: Closure - Economic Impact (Rule 43), 3619 Resolutions 240 MacMillan, Christopher: Medal of Bravery - Congratulations, n 563, app 564 386 Economic Development - Tesma: Expansion - Congratulations, n 891, app 891 550 Canada-Nova Scotia Offshore Accord (1986) - Nova Scotia Liberals/Martin, Honourable Paul: Contact - Lack Explain, n 1290 774 Sports - Basketball: Leah Dugas Memorial Tournament - Participants Congratulations, n 2055, app 2056 800 BCA Investment Co-operative - Community: Support - Credit, n 2185, app 2185 830 Education - Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC): Training - Focus Recognize, n 2313 1284 Romeo, Marie - Registered Nurses Association of Nova Scotia (RNANS): Honorary Life Membership - Congratulations, n 3787 1322 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Cape Breton - Recipients Commend, n 3875 Clarke, Doug - Retirement: Best Wishes - Convey (res. 772), n 2053, app 2054 Clarke, Edgar: Father - Introduction of, 24 Claussen, Barbara - Heritage Home Award (Lunenburg): Recipient - Congratulations (res. 289), n 670, app 670 Clayton, Mrs. Ada - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (res. 1514), n 4319 Clayton, Custio/Gray, Terry - Boxing: Medals - Congratulations (res. 432), n 997, app 997 Clayton, Larry: Medal of Bravery - Congratulations (res. 169), n 440 Clayton, Mrs. Ida - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (res. 1502), n 4313 Clayton, Mrs. Ida - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (res. 1513), n 4319 Club Acadiens - Atom A Team: SEDMHA Tournament - Victory Congratulations (res. 631), n 1528, app 1529 Coady, Louise - Valley View Villa: Award - Congratulations (res. 1566), n 4445 Coady, Michael - Sheet Harbour Parent-Teacher Association (PTA): Support - Recognize (res. 972), n 2798, app 2798 Cobequid Education Centre - Musical Theatre: Anniversary (30th) - Congratulations (res. 792), n 2068, app 2069 Cobi Foods, 152 Coffin, Kathy - Maritime Centre of Excellence: Award - Congratulations (res. 591), n 1393, app 1393 Colchester County Fire (Spiddle Hill Road) - Firefighters: Thanks - Express (res. 1155), n 3464, app 3465 Colchester-Musquodoboit Valley 38 HANSARD INDEX

Colchester-Musquodoboit Valley - Constituency, 1151 Colchester-Musquodoboit Valley Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Religious Intolerance: House - Reject (res. 209), n 517 Colchester-Musquodoboit Valley Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA)/Health Minister - Politics (Provincial): Role - Re-examine (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 996 Colchester-Musquodoboit Valley: Softwood Lumber Agreement - Importance, 1151 Colchester-Musquodoboit Valley/Shelburne/Kings West - Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs): Canadian Alliance Meeting - Performance (res. 254), n 574 Colchester-Musquodoboit Valley/Shelburne/Kings West - Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs): Acting Tips - Learn (res. 239), n 562 Cole Harbour-Woodside United Church Youth Group - Scotland Trip: Fundraising - Volunteers Congratulations (res. 475), n 1078, app 1078 Cole Harbour-Eastern Passage - Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Comments - Apologize (res. 531), n 1276 Cole Harbour-Eastern Passage Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA)/Spouse: Baby - Birth Congratulations (res. 1222), n 3632, app 3633 Colford, Ian - Atlantic Writing Competition: Award - Congratulations (res. 265), n 651, app 651 Collective Bargaining - Process: Treasury - Effects, 358 Colley, Mrs. Edith - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (res. 1512), n 4318 Colley, Mrs. Edna - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (res. 1510), n 4317 Commissioner on Resources and Environment Act (Bill 63), 1st 3941 Committee of the Whole House (CWH) on Supply/Subcommittee - Estimates: Meeting - Delay (res. 184), n 459, app 460 Committee on Assembly Matters - Family-Friendly Policy: Promotion - Consider/Report (res. 1267), n 3744 Community Employment Innovation Project - North Sydney: Participants - Congratulations (res. 905), n 2548, app 2549 Community Flag Day (Lake Echo) - Organizers: Applaud - Commitment Thank (res. 966), n 2793, app 2794 Community Links - Rural Volunteers Project: Participants - Congratulations (res. 540), n 1283, app 1284 Community Policing Program - Boularderie Elementary School: Development - Congratulations (res. 1127), n 3365, app 3366 Community Services - 8 Manor Opening: Northwoodcare Inc./Deafness Advocacy Association - Congratulations (res. 38), n 63, app 64 Community Services - Adoption Information: Access - Improve, 70 Community Services - Assistance: Student Loan - Exclusion Policy, qu 3038 Community Services - Child Abuse: Initiatives - Compliment, 87 Community Services - Child Care: Access - Expansion Community Services - Child Care Centres: Funding - Allocation Explain, qu 3838 Community Services - Children: Developmental Disabilities - Services Expand (min. stat.), 2643 Community Services 39 HANSARD INDEX

Community Services - Children: Funding - Removal, 372 Community Services - Client: Workforce Entry - Aid, qu 2948 Community Services - Community Employment Innovation Program (CEIP) Recipients: Documentation - Provide, qu 4368 Community Services: Daycare (High School) - Assistance, qu 3036 Community Services: Department - Changes, 937 Community Services - Early Childhood Development Program: Funding - Members Prioritize (res. 1256), n 3691 Community Services - Early Childhood Intervention: Funding - Confirm, qu 3553 Community Services: Education - Income Assistance, qu 703 Community Services: Education/Income Assistance Program - Problems, 937 Community Services - Educational Choices: Savings - Explain, qu 194 Community Services - Environmental Illness (Comeau, Lisa): Housing - Options Explain, qu 1127 Community Services - Family Caregivers Week (07-13/05/01): Caregivers - Recognize (res. 950), n 2672, app 2673 Community Services - Family Violence: Responses - Improvement, 72 Community Services - Feed Our Lambs: Efforts - Recognize (res. 89), n 179, app 180 Community Services - Government Buildings: Accessibility - Program Expand (res. 223), n 528 Community Services - Halifax County Regional Rehabilitation Centre: Closure - Transition Funding Availability, qu 3772 Community Services - Harbour House: Funding - Status, qu 3830 Community Services - Health Department: Jurisdiction Problem - Minister Resolve, qu 4110 Community Services - Infant Care: Policy - Announcement, qu 2218 Community Services: Information - Provide (report tabled), 1774 Community Services: Information Session - Details, qu 1798 Community Services - Information Technology (IT) Services: Privatization - Consultation Time Frame, qu 1800 Community Services - Kendrick Report: Draft - Objections Explain, qu 1298 Community Services - Kendrick Report: Implementation - Details, qu 4111 Community Services - Kendrick Report: Recommendations - Implementation Schedule, qu 1549 Community Services - Leeside Transition House/Transition Houses (Nova Scotia): Budgets - Minister Ensure (res. 1444), n 4095 Community Services - Minister: Government (Canada) Funding - Source Confusion (res. 1257), n 3692 Community Services - National Child Benefit: Increases - Recipients, 367 Community Services - National Child Tax Benefit: Clawback - Acknowledge, qu 701 Community Services - Nova Scotia Child Benefit: Increases/Changes - Details, 367 Community Services - Nursing Homes: Assessment Criteria - Modernization, 21, 70 Community Services - Persons With Disabilities: National Web Site - Availability Congratulations (res. 834), n 2317, app 2318 Community Services - Pharmacare Payments: Medication (Restricted) - Investigate, qu 1046 Community Services - Program: Support - Encourage, 154 Community Services 40 HANSARD INDEX

Community Services - Recipients: Work Commencement - Benefits Continuation, qu 314 Community Services - Recovery House (Antigonish) - Funding, qu 1697 Community Services - Registered Education Savings Plans (RESPs): Assistance Criteria - Regulations, qu 699 Community Services - Regulations: Benefits - Amounts, qu 318 Community Services: Regulations - Consultation (res. 96), n 184 Community Services - Secure Treatment Facility: Truro - Details, qu 1228, qu 1295 Community Services - Secure Treatment Facility: Truro - Land Transfer, qu 3034 Community Services - Service Agreements: Focus Group Meetings - Status, qu 3657 Community Services - Seniors Residence (Arnold Drive, Spryfield): Elevator - Fund (res. 370), n 855 Community Services - Social Assistance: Policy - Table, qu 4355 Community Services - Social Assistance: Post-Secondary Education - Exclusion Explain, qu 2350 Community Services - Social Assistance: Reform - Initiatives, 360 Community Services - Social Assistance Appeal Boards: Appointments - Extend, qu 1049 Community Services - Social Assistance Appeal Boards: Reduction - Location, qu 1090 Community Services : Social Assistance System - Benefits, 8 Community Services - Social Service Recipients: Funding - Status, qu 2216 Community Services - Transition Houses: Funding - Adequacy, qu 1205 Community Services - Transition Houses: Resources - Increase, qu 761 Community Services - St. Vincent’s Guest House: Accreditation - Congratulations (res. 231), n 533, app 534 Community Services: Welfare System - Changes, 8 Community Services - Youth Crisis Intervention Team: Operating Hours - Reduction, 86 Conclusion, 78 Conclusion (Speech from the Throne), 17 Concours d’art Oratoire (2001) - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Students - Honours Congratulations (res. 952), n 2674, app 2674 Connections Nova Scotia - Demise, 143 Conrad, Chrissy/Lehki, Vikram: Toronto Dominion (TD) Canada Trust Scholarships - Congratulations (res. 726), n 1931, app 1931 Consumer Protection Act (Bill 62), 1st 3941 Cook, Isabel - East Hants Volunteers Award Night: Honour - Congratulations (res. 1198), n 3525, app 3526 CORBETT, Mr. Frank (Cape Breton Centre - NDP) Adjournment of House (Rule 43): Natural Resources - Prince Colliery: Closure - Economic Impact, 3604 Bills Introduced 3 Whistleblowers Act, 1st 41 52 Workers Health and Safety Act, 1st 2914, 2nd 3853 60 Trade Union Act, 1st 3740 Economic Development - Cape Breton: Northside Industrial Park - Importance Recognize (Adj. motion), 737 Corbett 41 HANSARD INDEX

Education - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Allocation (2000-01) - Minister’s Report (res. 778), 2375 Education - Janitorial Strike: Government (Nova Scotia) - Settle (res. 360), 1060 Education - Janitorial Strike: Student Safety - Ensure (res. 373), 1240 Environment and Labour - Occupational Health and Safety: Priority - Effects (Adj. motion), 2876 Environment and Labour - Whitney Pier Residents: Premier/Health Minister - Meet (Adj. motion), 3922 Financial Measures (2001) Act (Bill 30), 1857, 1986 Fire Safety Act (New) - Lack: Public Safety - Effects (Adj. motion), 3495 Government Restructuring (2001) Act (Bill 20), 2777, 2809, 3202, 3443 Health - Northside General Hospital: Emergency Room - Closure (Adj. motion), 2289 House of Assembly Act (Bill 13), 720 Labour - Health and Safety Inspectors: Number - Adequacy (Adj. motion), 1888 Labour Standards Code (Bill 53), 3850 Natural Resources - Prince Colliery: Closure - Economic Impact (Rule 43), 3604 Petition Presented Transportation and Public Works - Cape Breton: Roads - Repair, 1101 Questions (Oral) Devco - Prince Mine: Closure - Details, 3544 Economic Development - Economic Policy: Cape Breton - Results, 3479 Economic Development - Sysco Port Facilities: Negotiations (Cape Breton Regional Municipality [CBRM]) - Confirm, 1303 Education - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Funding - Teachers Effect, 1138 Education - Greenfield Elementary School: Contractors’ Dispute - Minister’s Plans, 2821 Education - School Boards: Funding - Cape Breton Inequity Explain, 1536 Education - Student Loans: Colleges/Universities - Policy Discrimination, 191 Environment and Labour - Amherst Fabricators: Compliance Order - Rescission Explain, 765 Environment and Labour - Amherst Fabricators: Documents - Table, 688 Environment and Labour - Amherst Fabricators: Inspector (Ross, Alan) - Demotion Explain, 760 Environment and Labour - Amherst Fabricators: Investigation - Details, 691 Environment and Labour - Amherst Fabricators: Safety Inspector - Interference, 686, 763 Environment and Labour - Legislation: Anti-Scab - Introduce, 2227 Environment and Labour - Occupational Health and Safety: Offshore - Status, 1294 Environment and Labour - Occupational Health and Safety: View/Air Quality Regulations - Introductory Time Frame, 1812 Environment and Labour - Pioneer Coal: High-Wall Miner - Cessation Actions Explain, 3824 Corbett-Questions (Oral) 42 HANSARD INDEX

Environment and Labour - Sydney Tar Ponds: Pollutants (Whitney Pier) - Residents Evacuation, 1805 Environment and Labour - Tar Ponds/Coke Ovens: Assistance - Delay Explain, 3482 Environment and Labour - Whitney Pier: National Standards - Application Explain, 4113 Environment and Labour - Whitney Pier Resident (Ross, Anne): Test Results - Release, 1215 Environment and Labour - Workplace Violence: Regulations - Status, 3658 Health - Sydney Tar Ponds: Pollutants (Whitney Pier) - Residents’ Health Ensure, 1682 Health - Whitney Pier: Toxic Impact - Action Explain, 3814 Health - Whitney Pier Residents: Survey - Present, 3905 Natural Resources - Dominion Beach: Erosion - Action Details, 4267 Natural Resources - Marshland (New Waterford): Frog Deaths - Ministerial Action, 3475 Natural Resources - Subsidence: Policy - Details, 4265 Petroleum Directorate - Laurentian Sub-Basin: Tribunal - Expectations Explain, 2445 Petroleum Directorate - Tribunal Decision: Premier - Action Explain, 3756 Sysco: Dismantling - Justify, 1093 Sysco - Sale: Legal Fees - Explain, 706 Transportation and Public Works - Coke Ovens Site (Frederick Street): Pollution - Containment Assure, 1218 Transportation and Public Works - Plowing (Highway No. 28): Emergencies - Explain, 925 Transportation and Public Works - Tar Ponds/Coke Ovens Sites: Phase II Report - Release, 2935 Transportation and Public Works - Whitney Pier: Relocation - Government (Nova Scotia) Involvement, 2440 Transportation and Public Works - Whitney Pier: Residents - Relocate, 2223 Transportation and Public Works - Whitney Pier Residents: Relocation - Talks Status, 2937 Resolutions 21 Sports - Basketball: Andrea, Paul/X-Men - Good Luck Convey, n 51, app 52 58 New Waterford - Volunteer Firefighters: Service (85 years) - Congratulations, n 113, app 114 73 Royal Canadian Legion - Branch 15 (New Waterford): Anniversary (75th) - Congratulations, n 124, app 125 157 Tourism and Culture - Dramagroup (University College of Cape Breton [UCCB]): Anniversary (30th) - Congratulations, n 383, app 383 Corbett-Resolutions 43 HANSARD INDEX

189 Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) - Widows’ Benefits: Fairness - Interpretation, n 463 203 Two Rivers Wildlife Park - Fundraising: St. Joseph School/Tim Hortons - Congratulations, n 474, app 474 219 Health - Hearing and Speech Clinic: Proposal - Fund, n 525 230 Canadian Peacekeeping Medals: Cape Breton Peacekeepers - Congratulations, n 532, app 533 241 Sports- Bowling: East Coast Championship - New Waterford Girls Congratulations, n 564, app 565 364 Almond, Alice: Abbass Award (University College of Cape Breton [UCCB]) - Congratulations, n 851, app 851 378 Deveaux, Jean Marie - Royal Canadian Legion: Zone Commander - Appointment Congratulations, n 861, app 861 421 Sydney Credit Union: Coady Award - Congratulations, n 987, app 988 470 Green, Marie: Tom Miller Human Rights Award - Congratulations, n 1074, app 1075 487 Hatcher, Shawn - Death of: Family - Sorrow Express, n 1112 532 Deveaux, Marshall - Cape Breton Sport Hall of Fame: Induction - Congratulations, n 1277, app 1278 542 Desjardins, Michelle/George, Shawn - University College of Cape Breton (UCCB): Athletes of the Year - Congratulations, n 1285, app 1285 618 MacDonald, Rose - Bridgeport (Cape Breton) Elementary School: Library Dedication - Congratulations, n 1519, app 1519 698 MacPhee, Rickey Fred - Death of: Family - Sympathy Express, n 1785, app 1785 704 Labour - Health and Safety Inspectors: Number - Adequacy, n 1789 731 Breton Education Centre - Safe Grad Program: Fundraising - Congratulations, n 1934, app 1935 749 Cusack, Eddie/Reserve Mines Fire Department: Anniversaries (60th/76th) - Congratulations, n 1948, app 1949 776 Health - Whitney Pier: Residents - Safety Prioritize, n 2056 795 Sir John A. Macdonald High School - Graduation: Guest Speaker (Estabrooks, Mr. William) - Congratulations, n 2174 846 Peter Pan Day Care Centre - Workers: Government (Nova Scotia) - Attentiveness Display, n 2326 875 Health - Cape Breton District Health Authority: Physician Recruitment - Congratulations, n 2422 899 Verschuren, Annette - St. Francis Xavier (F.X.) University: Honorary Degree - Congratulations, n 2544, app 2544 914 Jenkins, Tyler - St. Joseph’s Elementary School Heritage Fair: Certificate of Achievement - Congratulations, n 2555, app 2556 936 Mail Sorting Station - North Sydney: Closure - Ramifications, n 2662 953 Environment and Labour: National Occupational Safety and Health Week (06-12/05/01) - Recognize, n 2674, app 2675 Corbett-Resolutions 44 HANSARD INDEX

1005 Gillott, Gregory James - Death of: Friends/Family/Co-Workers - Condolences Express, n 2921, app 2922 1034 Economic Development - Coal Miners Co-operative: Leases - Transfer, n 3005 1046 Whitney Pier: Residents - Relocate, n 3014 1076 United Steelworkers of America (USWA) Local 1231 - Trenton Works: Collective Agreement - Success Congratulations, n 3237, app 3238 1095 John Bernard Croak V.C. Memorial School: Anniversary (25th) - Congratulations, n 3252, app 3252 1114 MacDonald, Alex - Death of: Family/Friends/Associates - Condolences Offer, n 3355, app 3356 1129 McCready, Colin/Choudhury, Nafay/Miles, Laura - Riverview High School: Skills Canada (Nova Scotia) Medals - Congratulations, n 3367, app 3367 1149 May, Elizabeth - Whitney Pier Support: Hunger Strike - Applaud, n 3460 1164 St. Mary’s Anglican Church - Glace Bay: Anniversary (150th) - Congratulations, n 3471, app 3472 1221 Government (Nova Scotia) - Cape Breton: Economic Strategy - Develop, n 3632 1231 Suas e! International Choral Festival: Organizers - Congratulations, n 3639, app 3640 1271 Bishop, Jill - Skills Nova Scotia Competition: Victory - Congratulations, n 3747, app 3748 1365 Sims, Sandy: Bachelor of Education (University of Maine)/Bachelor of Arts (University College of Cape Breton) - Congratulations, n 3949, app 3949 1382 MacDonald, Clayton: Bravery Awards - Congratulations, n 3962, app 3962 1405 Henneberry, Sister Sadie - Sister of Charity: Golden Jubilee - Congratulations, n 4021, app 4021 1438 Davis Day (11/06) - Commemorate: Coal Industry (Cape Breton) - Death Grieve, n 4090, app 4091 1474 Environment and Labour - Whitney Pier: Relocation - Minister’s Action, n 4227 Restoration of the Legal and Environmental Rights of the People of Sydney Act (Bill 35), 1719 Supply Motion, 1366-1368 Dominion Beach (Cape Breton): Maintenance - Status, 1366 Sydney Casino Profits Distribution Act (Bill 46), 4294 Transportation and Public Works - Roads: Hamm Government - Attention Required (Adj. motion), 434 Whitney Pier - Residents: Relocation - Premier Agree (Adj. motion), 3157, 3161 Workers Health and Safety Act (Bill 52), 3853 Cornwallis Junior High School - Pascal Mathematics Assessment Test: Results - Congratulations (res. 1291), n 3797, app 3798 Corporan, Sylvester: Dedication - Congratulations (res. 728), n 1932, app 1933 Corporate Business Plan - Publication 16 Correctional Services 45 HANSARD INDEX

Correctional Services - Probations Program: Westville - Volunteers Congratulations (res. 860), n 2402 Corrections/Court Services (Richmond and Inverness Counties) - Health/Education: Plans - Need Recognize (res. 937), n 2663 Costard, Chrissy: Toronto Dominion (TD) Canada Trust Scholarship - Congratulations (res. 813), n 2195, app 2195 Costard, Chrissy/Lehki, Vikram: Toronto Dominion (TD) Canada Trust Scholarship - Congratulations (res. 580), n 1384, app 1385 Costard, Chrissy/Lehki, Vikram: Toronto Dominion (TD) Canada Trust Scholarship - Congratulations (res. 920), n 2648, app 2649 Cotton, Amy/MacIntosh, Scott - Cape Breton Sport Hall of Fame: Athletes of the Year - Induction Congratulations (res. 622), n 1522, app 1522 Coughlan, Justice Cyril Richard - Supreme Court: Appointment - Congratulations (res. 182), n 458, app 458 Council (4-H) - Annual General Meeting: Members - Welcome (res. 1302), n 3806, app 3807 Council (4-H) - Annual General Meeting: Participants/Organizers - Congratulations (res. 1292), n 3798, app 3799 Courtesy Chrysler - Labour Dispute: Labour Minister - Services Offer (res. 1433), n 4086 Cox Shipyard - Shelburne County Historical Society: Restoration Project - Best Wishes Convey (res. 1210), n 3623 Craig, Michael - Dr. James W. Reid Memorial Award: Recipient - Congratulations (res. 39), n 64, app 64 Creasor, Trevor - Nova Scotia Institute of Technology (NSIT) Competition: Performance - Congratulations (res. 1304), n 3808, app 3808 Credit Union Central (Nova Scotia): Staff/Board Members - Congratulations (res. 210), n 518, app 519 Credit Union Movement: Contributions - Acknowledge (res. 1522), n 4329, app 4330 Creighton-Gerrish Development Association - Housing Complex: Funding - Congratulations (res. 204), n 475, app 475 Crooks, Edie, 1323 Culloden, Battle of - Soldiers: Memory - Honour (res. 857), n 2338, app 2339 Cumberland County - Pins (10 Year): Recipients - Congratulations (res. 573), n 1378 Cumberland Municipality - Volunteers of the Year: Recipients - Congratulations (res. 611), n 1513 Cumberland Shrine Club/Shriners (North America) - Congratulations: Children Assistance - Thank (res. 1486), n 4236, app 4237 Cumberland South - Volunteers: Recognition - Recipients Congratulations (res. 986), n 2905 Cumberland South - Volunteers: Recognition - Recipients Congratulations (res. 991), n 2907 Currie, Martin - Bishop: Ordination - Congratulations (res. 579), n 1383, app 1384 Curry, Kristen - Tae Kwon Do: Black Belt - Congratulations (res. 1452), n 4101, app 4102 Cusack, Eddie/Reserve Mines Fire Department: Anniversaries (60th/76th) - Congratulations (res. 749), n 1948, app 1949 Dalhousie University Medical School 46 HANSARD INDEX

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Dalhousie University Medical School - Teen Mental Health: Chair - Creation, 86 Dalrymple, Emma - East Hants Volunteers Award Night: Honour - Congratulations (res. 1102), n 3256, app 3257 Dartmouth East: Constituents - Treatment, 80 Dartmouth Museum/Dartmouth Historical Society: Heritage Preservation - Thank, 20 Dartmouth Seniors’ Service Centre: Anniversary (25th) - Congratulations (res. 1011), n 2925, app 2926 Dartmouth South: Constituents - Thank, 18 Dartmouth South: Downtown Dartmouth - Development, 20 Dartmouth South - Downtown Revitalization: Government (Nova Scotia) - Economic Plan, 20 Dartmouth South - Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Three Apologies-You’re-Out Strategy - Premier Adopt (res. 154), n 381 Dartmouth Work Activity Society, 19 David, Diana - Clerk’s Office: Service - Thank (res. 1473), n 4226, app 4227 Davis, Bill - Coal Miners (Nova Scotia): Sacrifice - Recognize (res. 1423), n 4077 Davis Day - Commemorate: Coal Mining Tragedies (Nova Scotia) - Remember (res. 1415), n 4028, app 4029 Davis Day (11/06) - Commemorate: Coal Industry (Cape Breton) - Death Grieve (res. 1438), n 4090, app 4091 Davis, Jennifer/Fraser, Sarah/MacKay, Tanya/Noseworthy, Graham/Williams, Blair: Kimberly- Clark Scholarships - Congratulations (res. 1187), n 3516, app 3517 D-Day (06/06/44) - Veterans: Heroism - Thanks Offer (res. 1539), n 4343, app 4344 Debert Arena - Expansion: Community Fund Raising - Congratulations (res. 395), n 898, app 898 Debison, Aeslin: Accomplishments - Congratulations (res. 873), n 2420, app 2421 DeCoste, Elizabeth: St. Francis Xavier (F.X.) University (Trudy Eagan Award) - Congratulations (res. 268), n 654, app 655 Deficit Reduction/Re-election - Citizens’ Well-Being: Prioritization (Faulty) - Governments Condemn (res. 1052), n 3018 Definition of Privilege (Speaker’s Ruling), 1919, 1924 Demm, Jeff - “Nova Scotia Birds: Sea and Shore Birds”: Book - Launch Congratulations (res. 1351), n 3901, app 3901 d’Entremont, Jesse - Drumlin Heights Consolidated School: School-Naming Contest - Win Congratulations (res. 1017), n 2930, app 2931 d’Eon’s Bakery: Owners - Congratulations (res. 426), n 992, app 993 Department of National Defence (DND) - Military Bases: Rent Increase - Minister Revisit (res. 244), n 566, app 567 Desjardins, Michelle/George, Shawn - University College of Cape Breton (UCCB): Athletes of the Year - Congratulations (res. 542), n 1285, app 1285 Devco - Prince Colliery: Closure - Details, qu 3535 Devco - Prince Mine: Closure - Committee (All-Party) Action, qu 3644 Devco 47 HANSARD INDEX

Devco - Prince Mine: Closure - Committee (All-Party) Recall, qu 3537 Devco - Prince Mine: Closure - Details, qu 3544 Devco - Prince Mine Closure: Cape Breton Economy - Effects, qu 3645 Deveau, Adam - Summit of the Americas: Participation - Commend (res. 258), n 576, app 577 Deveaux, Jean Marie - Royal Canadian Legion: Zone Commander - Appointment Congratulations (res. 378), n 861, app 861 DEVEAUX, Mr. Kevin (Cole Harbour-Eastern Passage - NDP) Assessment Act and Municipal Government Act (Bill 12), 4475 Bills Introduced 37 User-Fees Disclosure Act, 1st 1355, 2nd 1722 41 Employment Equity Act, 1st 2184 47 Ombudsman Act, 1st 2320 64 Health-care Costs Recovery Act, 1st 4013 Budget Speech (29/03/01): Reply to [Estimates (2001-02)(res. 1)]; 370-373; 478-490 Budget (2001-02): Atlantic Provinces - Comparisons, 482 Budget (2001-02): CHST: Funding - Forecasts, 488 Budget (2001-02): Civil Service - Impact, 486 Budget (2001-02) - Concerns: Address - Failure, 373 Budget (2001-02) - Content, 478 Budget (2001-02): Funding - Federal, 481 Budget (2001-02) - Highlights, 480 Budget (2001-02): Response - Conclusions, 489 Budget (2001-02) - Revenue: Estimates - Accuracy, 488 Budget (2001-02): Sable Gas - Projections, 488 Community Services - Children: Funding - Removal, 372 Education: Budget (2001-02) - Impact, 483 Education: Budget (2001-02) - Priorities, 479 Education - Funding: New - Budget Omission, 371 Education - Post-Secondary: System - Requirements, 485 Education - Problems, 484 Education - Public Schools: Funding - Increase - Details, 372 Education - Special Needs: Funding - Adequacy, 485 Education - Universities: Infrastructure - Funding Requirements, 485 Government (Nova Scotia): Budgets - Recapping, 479 Government (Nova Scotia) - Election: Promises - Fulfillment, 479 Government (Nova Scotia): Policymaking - Genesis, 479 Government (Nova Scotia) - Priorities, 371 Government (Nova Scotia): Revenue - Projections, 487 Health: Budget (2001-02) - Funding, 481 Health - Budget (2001-02): Increases - Insufficiency, 481 Health: Budget (2001-02) - Priorities, 479 Health - Care: Budget (2001-02) - Impact, 482 Health - Care: Problems - Pictou, 484 Deveaux-Budget Speech 48 HANSARD INDEX

Health - Licensed Practical Nurses: Payment - Comparisons, 482 Health - Long-Term Care: Beds Provision - Question, 371 Health - Long-Term Care: User Fees - Details, 371 Health - Nurses: Acute Care - Funding Lack, 372 Health - Nurses: Acute Care - Lack, 370 Health - Nurses: Nova Scotia - Retention Rate, 483 Health - Physician Recruitment: Budget - Omission, 371 Health - Problems: Government (Nova Scotia) - Response, 483 Polls: New Democratic Party (NDP) - Results, 371 Premier: Platform (1999) - Promises, 370 Throne Speech - Content, 478 Transportation and Public Works: Blue Book - Promises, 487 Transportation and Public Works: Budget (2001-02) - Funding, 486 Environment - Summit of the Americas (April 2001): Public Debate - Government (Canadian) Urge (Adj. motion), 240 Estimates: Committee of the Whole House (CWH) on Supply - Referred (res. 1), 370, d 478 Finance - Bracket Creep: Tax Raise - Minister Recognize (Adj. motion), 3779 Finance - Equalization Payments: Accuracy - Minister Explain, 3919 Finance - Income Taxes: Rise - Bracket Creep/User Fees (Adj. motion), 794 Finance - Taxes/User Fees: Rise - Election Promises Contravention (Adj. motion), 1156 Finance - Tobacco Smuggling: Government (Nova Scotia) - Stance (Adj. motion), 2512 Financial Measures (2001) Act (Bill 11), 620 Financial Measures (2001) Act (Bill 30), 1163, 1870, 2283, 2295, 4058 Government Restructuring (2001) Act (Bill 20), 2589, 3129 Justice Administration Amendment (2001) Act (Bill 25), 3974, 4485 Lobbyists’ Registration Act (Bill 7), 410 Pension Benefits Act (Bill 9), 3995 Provincial Sovereignty Act (Bill 38), 2970 Questions (Oral) Americas, Summit of - Protesters: Incarceration - Details, 1539 Community Services - Assistance: Student Loan - Exclusion Policy, 3038 Community Services - Halifax County Regional Rehabilitation Centre: Closure - Transition Funding Availability, 3772 Education - Caldwell Road Elementary School: Lunch Fees - Minister’s Action, 4255 Education - French Language: Funding - Equitability Ensure, 927 Education - Janitorial Strike: East Passage School - Health Risks, 3025 Finance - Blended Sales Tax (BST): Removal - Time Frame, 2828 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Fiscal Management - Factors, 391 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Revenues - Disclose, 389 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Tax Cuts - Time Frame, 578 Finance - Equitability Payments: Accuracy - Minister Explain, 3919 Finance - Income Tax: Decoupling - Revenue Amount, 1082 Deveaux-Questions (Oral) 49 HANSARD INDEX

Finance - Monies Collected: Freedom of Information (FOI) Request - Details Explain, 3827 Finance - Spousal Tax Credit: Revenue - Amounts, 1207 Finance - Taxes/User Fees: Details - Provide, 4357 Finance - Taxes/User Fees: New - List Table, 1129 Finance - Unemployment Levels: Northern Region - Minister’s Awareness, 2448 Finance - User Fees: Premier - Stop, 310 Health - Gay Youth Project: Funding Need - Minister’s Awareness, 2946 Health - Tobacco Companies: Litigation - Pursue, 4123 Justice - Human Rights Commission Review (Phase I): Law Professors (Black) - Consultation Lack Explain, 3907 Resolutions 18 Sports - Swimming: Duffy, Sean - Forum for Young Canadians Selection Congratulations, n 49, app 50 39 Craig, Michael - Dr. James W. Reid Memorial Award: Recipient - Congratulations, n 64, app 64 55 Scott, Leslie - Marathon (Orlando, Florida): Completion - Congratulations, n 111, app 112 71 Sports - Ringette: Cole Harbour Junior Team - Best Wishes, n 123, app 123 87 Transportation and Public Works - Drinking Water Quality: Government (Nova Scotia) - Responsibility Resume, n 178 154 Dartmouth South - Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Three Apologies- You’re-Out Strategy - Premier Adopt, n 381 184 Committee of the Whole House (CWH) on Supply/Subcommittee - Estimates: Meeting - Delay, n 459, app 460 187 Shearwater Aviation Museum - Board of Directors/Staff: Dedication - Congratulations, n 462, app 462 217 Education/Sport and Recreation - P3 Schools: Fields - Usage Allow, n 523, app 524 229 Sports - Hockey: Jack Lamontagne Tournament - Participants Congratulations, n 532, app 532 272 Eastern Passage-Cow Bay - Summer Carnival: Anniversary (26th) - Congratulations, n 657, app 658 314 Bhandari, Judy: Retirement - Congratulations, n 749, app 749 324 Federal Youth Incentive Plan - Exchange Trip: 18 Dartmouth Lions Air Cadet Squad - Congratulations, n 756, app 757 344 Finance - Revenue Estimate: Minister Table/Budget Measures - Withdraw, n 832 350 Tudor, Jim - Halifax Regional Development Agency: Award - Congratulations, n 836, app 836 362 Scott, Carolyn - Eastern Passage-Cow Bay Lions Club: Volunteer of the Year (2001) - Congratulations, n 849, app 850 377 Eastern Passage Education Centre (EPEC) - Call to Remembrance (2001) Competition: Gold Medal - Congratulations, n 860, app 861 Deveaux-Resolutions 50 HANSARD INDEX

388 Acadian Federation of Nova Scotia - Equipe Acadie: Participants - Congratulations, n 892, app 893 469 Johnston, Don - Death of: Family - Condolences Convey, n 1074, app 1074 475 Cole Harbour-Woodside United Church Youth Group - Scotland Trip: Fundraising - Volunteers Congratulations, n 1078, app 1078 484 Americas, Summit of - Protestors: Safety - Ensure, n 1110 506 McNabs and Lawlor Islands - Oral History Project: Participants - Congratulations, n 1186, app 1187 602 Justice - Smoking Ban: Guards - Equipment Provision Congratulations, n 1401 607 Dooks, Elaine/Dahr, Ralph - Halifax Regional School Board: Retirement - Congratulations, n 1405, app 1406 627 DeYoung, Cecil and Rudy: Anniversary (50th) - Congratulations, n 1526, app 1526 633 Ombudsman - Independent: Premier - Appoint, n 1530 728 Corporon, Sylvester: Dedication - Congratulations, n 1932, app 1933 746 Sports - Wrestling: Cole Harbour District High School - Participants Congratulations, n 1946, app 1947 773 Upshaw, Corporal Tony/Jones, Corporal Tom/Marshall, Constable Peter/Collins, Constable Richard - Community Enhancement Association: Recognition - Congratulations, n 2054, app 2055 843 CHCN - Creation: Board of Directors/Staff - Congratulations, n 2324, app 2325 872 Laureijs, Steven - Cubs: Badges - Completion Congratulations, n 2420, app 2420 896 Rrafshi, Lulzeem - Kosovar Community: Volunteer - Efforts Congratulations, n 2541, app 2542 933 Drug Abuse Resistance Education Program - Caldwell Road Elementary School: Grade 6 Students/Participants - Congratulations, n 2660, app 2660 952 Concours d’art Oratoire (2001) - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Students - Honours Congratulations, n 2674, app 2674 967 Drug Abuse Resistance Education Program - Colby Village Road Elementary School: Grade 6 Students/Participants - Congratulations, n 2794, app 2795 999 Sultan, Ralph (Curragh Mining Executive) - British Columbia Government: Entrance Potential - Dismay Express, n 2916 1024 Catholic Women’s League - Halifax Diocesan Annual Convention (79th): Volunteers - Congratulations, n 2997 1074 National Cancer Survivors Day - Cole Harbour: Swanky’s Pub/Kytes Pharmasave/ Coordinator - Thank, n 3236, app 3236 1093 Catholic Women’s League - Halifax Diocesan Annual Convention (79th): Volunteers - Congratulations, n 3250, app 3251 1126 Royal Canadian Legion - Call to Remembrance (2001): Eastern Passage Education Centre (EPEC) - Victory Congratulations, n 3364, app 3365 1139 Eastern Passage Education Centre (EPEC) - Cheerleading Team: Junior High School Championships - Members/Coaches Congratulations, n 3374, app 3375 Deveaux-Resolutions 51 HANSARD INDEX

1245 Police Week 2001 (13-19/05/01) - Police Officers: Dedication/Achievement - Applaud/Honour, n 3683, app 3684 1269 Medecins Sans Frontieres/Fitzpatrick, Eleanor: Relief Work/Board of Directors Appointment - Congratulations, n 3746, app 3746 1338 Port Acadie - Université Sainte-Anne: Journal - Creation Congratulations, n 3891, app 3892 1351 Demm, Jeff - “Nova Scotia Birds: Sea and Shore Birds”: Book - Launch Congratulations, n 3901, app 3901 1362 Government (Canada) - Sea Kings: Contract - Details, n 3946, app 3947 1381 Wildlife Festival (Nova Scotia) - Eastern Passage: Organizers - Success Wish, n 3961, app 3961 1402 Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Shearwater - History/Contribution Recognize: Base Maintain - Government (Canada) Encourage, n 4018, app 4019 1579 Marguerite Centre - Society For Women Healing from Addictions and Abuse/Director: Establishment - Applaud, n 4456 Sea King Helicopters - Government (Canada): Replacement - Urge (Adj. motion), 4303 Securities Act (Bill 28), 3973 Supply Motion, 596-600 Education - Budget: Cuts - Discuss, 599 Education - Government (Nova Scotia): Cuts - Downloading, 598 Education - Government (Nova Scotia): Cuts - Impact, 596 Education - Janitorial Strike: Necessity - Question, 598 Education: Maintenance Staff - Cost-Efficiency, 596, 599 Education - P3 Schools: Leases - Details, 596 User-Fees Disclosure Act (Bill 37), 1722 Workers Health and Safety Act (Bill 52), 3862 Deveaux, Marshall - Cape Breton Sport Hall of Fame: Induction - Congratulations (res. 532), n 1277, app 1278 DEWOLFE, Mr. James (Pictou East - PC) Bill Introduced 16 Engineering and Geoscience Professions Act, 1st 652 Petitions Presented Transportation and Public Works: Highway No. 245 - Repair, 168 Transportation and Public Works: Lamont Road (Pictou County) - Upgrade, 169 Transportation and Public Works: Roads - Repair, 2654 Resolutions 133 Sports - Curling: Westville High School Team (Boys) - Efforts Congratulations, n 280, app 281 142 Sports - Hockey: Pictou County Zellers Midget AA Team (Girls) - Provincial Title Congratulations, n 287, app 287 286 Pictou-Antigonish Regional Library - Veterans: Web Site - Establishment Congratulations, n 667, app 668 DeWolfe-Resolutions 52 HANSARD INDEX

306 Fishing and Outdoor Expo (New Glasgow) - Pictou County Rivers Association: Members - Thank, n 683, app 683 437 YM-YWCA - Y’s Menettes (Pictou County): Donation - Thank, n 1001, app 1001 462 We Care Society - Telethon: Participants - Congratulations, n 1020, app 1021 544 Cameron, June - Government (Nova Scotia): Volunteer of the Year (2001) - Congratulations, n 1286, app 1287 637 Anderson, Christopher/Cumminger, Jonathan - Costa Rica: Environmental Leadership Program - Best Wisehs Extend, n 1533, app 1533 671 Robinson, Marilyn - Workplace Education Program: Efforts - Appreciation Extend, n 1675, app 1676 679 Pictou County Special Olympics - Curling Team: Victories - Congratulations, n 1769 681 Fraser Holmes Memorial Pipe Band (Pictou) - State of Virginia Tattoo: Participation - Congratulations, n 1770 682 Mitts for Kids Program: Participants - Congratulations, n 1770 683 Hop-A-Thon for Muscular Dystrophy - Children’s Place Daycare Centre: Participation - Congratulations, n 1771 684 Pictou County District Health Authority: Volunteers - Thank, n 1771 700 Chignecto East Regional Science Fair: Participants - Congratulations, n 1786, app 1787 727 White, Louise/Fraser, Viola - Schoolmates: Friendships - Maintain, n 1931, app 1932 789 New Glasgow and District Labour Commission - Workplace Safety: Efforts - Commend, n 2066, app 2067 819 TMR Stoneworks - Youth Entrepreneurial Skills Program: Award - Congratulations, n 2200, app 2200 839 Malloy, Jason/Marr, Gordie - New Glasgow Evening News: Atlantic Journalism Awards - Congratulations, n 2321, app 2322 857 Culloden, Battle of - Soldiers: Memory - Honour, n 2338, app 2339 859 Sports - Thorburn and District Minor Hockey Association: Participation - Congratulations, n 2402 860 Correctional Services - Probations Program: Westville - Volunteers Congratulations, n 2402 862 Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) (Pictou Campus) - Food and Hospitality Showcase: Organizers/Participants - Congratulations, n 2403 897 Multiple Sclerosis (MS) of Canada (Pictou Chapter): Atlantic Division Carnation Cup (2000) - Congratulations, n 2542, app 2543 935 MacKenzie, Ila/MacDonald, Margaret - Municipality of Pictou County: Awards - Congratulations, n 2661, app 2662 969 Lismore Community Centre - Fundraiser: Gaelic College - Organizers Congratulations, n 2795, app 2796 998 Thorburn Consolidated School - Entrepreneurship Day: Skills - Acquisition Congratulations, n 2916, app 2916 1058 Girl Guides - Pictou County: Contributions - Commend, n 3218 DeWolfe-Resolutions 53 HANSARD INDEX

1107 LeBlanc, Dana/McLeod, Gordon - Royal Canadian Legion Cribbage Championship: Good Luck - Wishes Extend, n 3348 1109 Joudrey, Andrew (Westville, Nova Scotia) - Hockey: Successes - Congratulations, n 3349 1110 Victorian Order of Nurses (VON) (Pictou County) - Walk for Life: Best Wishes - Extend, n 3350 1122 Eureka Fire Department: Members - Recognize, n 3361, app 3362 1145 Telephone Pioneers: Community Work/Education Programs - Recognize, n 3457, app 3457 1157 Langille, Lee - President: Pictou County Chamber of Commerce - Appointment Congratulations, n 3466, app 3466 1212 Weir, Derek: Rebekah Jurisdictional Youth Scholarship - Congratulations, n 3624 1213 Sinnis, Dave/MacKenzie, Kevin - Westville Midget “A” Miners: Coaches - Work Acknowledge, n 3624 1273 Burrill, Adrian/Cummings, Maghan/Lawson-Issé, Martina, Lochead, Ashley/Chisholm, Sarah - Public Speaking (French) Competition: Skills - Applaud, n 3749, app 3749 1299 MacInnis, Norm/MacPherson, Royce: Canadian Peacekeeping Service Medal - Congratulations, n 3804, app 3804 1334 Insurance Brokers Association (Nova Scotia): Anniversary (20th) - Congratulations, n 3888, app 3889 1346 Fraser, Ruth and Cyril - Eureka Fire Department: Certificate of Appreciation - Congratulations, n 3897, app 3898 1364 Camp Treasure Chest - Asthma Sufferers: Difficulties - Acknowledge, n 3948, app 3949 1369 Pictou County Tourism Association - Gala Awards Dinner: Recipients - Congratulations, n 3952, app 3953 1388 Eureka Fire Department - Ladies Auxiliary: Efforts - Applaud, n 4005 1389 Acadia Park (Westville) - Signs: Western Star Lodge - Members Thank, n 4005 1390 Pictou County United Way - Goals: Attainment - Congratulations, n 4006 1391 Fraser, Sarah/Williams, Blair/Noseworthy, Graham - Kimberly-Clark Foundation: Scholarships - Congratulations, n 4006 1392 Smith, Mike - Television Acting: Success - Congratulations, n 4007 1533 Pictou County Horse Show - Past Times Farm: Event Supporters - Congratulations, n 4339, app 4339 1561 Westville High School - Awards (Non-Academic): Recipients - Congratulations, n 4442 1563 MacCulloch, Melanie Dawn - St. Francis Xavier (F.X.) University: Bachelor of Information Systems (BIS) Graduation - Congratulations, n 4443 1564 Westville Citizens Crime Prevention Association - Fundraising: Efforts - Congratulations, n 4444 1566 Coady, Louise - Valley View Villa: Award - Congratulations, n 4445 Dexter 54 HANSARD INDEX

DEXTER, Mr. Darrell (Dartmouth-Cole Harbour - NDP) Adjournment of House (Rule 43): Natural Resources - Prince Colliery: Closure - Economic Impact, 3593 Bills Introduced 4 Medicare Protection Act, 1st 41 40 Hepatitis C Compensation Act, 1st 2184 44 Mechanics’ Lien Act, 1st 2319 53 Labour Standards Code, 1st 2993, 2nd 3840 62 Consumer Protection Act, 1st 3941 District of Barrington Health Professionals Assistance Act (Bill 54), 4151 Education - Janitorial Strike: Student Safety - Ensure (res. 373), 1238 Financial Measures (2001) Act (Bill 30), 1561, 2071 Government Restructuring (2001) Act (Bill 20), 2459. amdt. moved 2473, 3325, 4036 Health - Bone Marrow Transplants: Travel Costs - Children/Parents Fund (Adj. motion), 4192 Health - Care Workers: Minister - Apologize (res. 661), 2388 Health - Long-Term Care: Crisis - Solve (res. 214), 728 Health - Northside General Hospital: Emergency Room - Closure (Adj. motion), 2287 Labour Standards Code (Bill 53), 3840 Licensed Practical Nurses Act (Bill 19), 3705, 4130 Natural Resources - Prince Colliery: Closure - Economic Impact (Rule 43), 3593 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber: Agreement - Exemption Status (Adjournment of House [Rule 43]), 1736 Optometry Act (Bill 17), 3700 Petitions Presented Health: Bill No. 19 - Pass, 3678 Health - Queens County: Home Support Workers - Unfairly Paid, 4010 Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU) - Convention Delegates: Bill No. 20 - Refer, 2654 Questions (Oral) Community Services - Environmental Illness (Comeau, Lisa): Housing - Options Explain, 1127 Community Services: Recovery House (Antigonish) - Funding, 1697 Devco - Prince Mine: Closure - Committee (All-Party) Action, 3644 Economic Development - Laurentian Basin: Proposal (Newfoundland Government) - Details, 3754 Education - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Closure/Layoffs - Minister Halt, 2931 Education - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Transition Plan - Rejection Explain, 2819 Education - Cole Harbour High School: Janitorial Strike - Building Condition, 2212 Education - Halifax Regional School Board: Schools - Conditions Remedy, 2443 Education - Janitorial Strike: Health Issues - Investigate, 3647 Dexter-Questions (Oral) 55 HANSARD INDEX

Education - Janitorial Strike: Labour Practices Allegations - Minister Settle, 2342 Environment and Labour - Janitorial Strike: Mediator - Appoint, 2817 Environment and Labour - Whitney Pier Brook: Contamination - Concern, 3902 Health - Abbie Lane Hospital: Pharmacy - Closure Details, 4115 Health - Aberdeen Hospital: Physicians’ Replacement - Plans, 3914 Health - Alzheimer’s Disease: Drugs - Provision Details, 2357 Health - Ambulance Fees: Review - Status, 708 Health - Bone Marrow Transplants: Children - Fund, 4105 Health - Cancer Drugs: Low Income Patients - Coverage, 196 Health - Capital District Health Authority: Budget/Business Plan - Release, 2225 Health - Care: Private Clinic - Discussion Confirm, 4244 Health - Cigarette Tax: Smoking Rates - Address, 1296 Health - Cochlear Implants: Referrals - Alternative Plans, 1291 Health - Cutbacks: Patients - Hardships, 1047 Health - Dartmouth General Hospital: Cancelled Surgeries - Increase Halt, 2347 Health: Diagnostic Equipment - Replacement Time Frame, 308 Health: Environmental Illness (Comeau, Lisa) - Solution, 1125 Health: Guaranteed Access - Commitment, 305 Health - Health Boards: Payment - Justification, 580 Health - Hepatitis C: Federal Funding - Specifics, 1310 Health - Hepatitis C Victims: Government (Canada) Funding - Intent Follow, 4365 Health - Home Care: Hospital Stay - Effect, 1808 Health - Home Care Program: Availability - Ensure, 2438 Health - Home Support Workers (Queens): Strike - Negotiations Continue, 2436 Health - Integrated Pediatric Rehabilitation: Services - Provide, 3817 Health - Long-Term Care: Access Policy (Seniors) - Details, 2941 Health - Long-Term Care: Assets (Joint) - Assessment Policy, 1554 Health - Long-Term Care: Seniors - Contributions Criteria, 769 Health - Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Clinics (Private): Equipment - Usage, 923 Health - Mental: Patients - Services Provide, 2354 Health - Northside General Hospital: Emergency Room - Reopen, 2209 Health - Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU) Strike Vote: Results - Meaning, 4353 Health - Nova Scotia Nurses’ Union (NSNU): Negotiations - Details, 3549 Health - Nurses: Vacations - Details, 1690 Health - Nursing Homes: Rates - Retroactivity Explain, 3023 Health - Nursing Homes: Rates (Retroactivity) - Update, 3763 Health - Nursing Shortage: Workload Issue - Solution, 4362 Health - Nursing Strategy: Attitude - Explain, 585 Health - Oral Surgery: User Fee - Policy, 294 Health - Pediatric Procedures: Out-of-Province - Expenses, 3822 Health - Pharmacists’ Fees: Provincial Health Plan - Coverage Details, 4117 Health - Physician Shortage: Inverness County - Address, 1079 Dexter-Questions (Oral) 56 HANSARD INDEX

Health - Point Pleasant Lodge: Meal Costs - Discrepancy, 693 Health - Point Pleasant Lodge: Nutrition Allowance - Assistance Adequacy, 1091 Health - Point Pleasant Lodge Meal Cuts: Eating Disorder Clinic - Consultation, 775 Health - Psychiatric Patients: Advocacy - Provide, 3028 Health - Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre: Transplant Surgeon - Retention Action, 2833 Health - Recovery House: Closure - Avert, 2453 Health - Seniors: User Fees - Imposition Explain, 583 Health - Seniors’ Housing: Home Sales - Penalty Explain, 920 Health - Sydney Tar Ponds: Lewis Report - Results, 3812 Health - Transportation Subsidy: Cuts - Effects, 1086 Health - Valley Regional Hospital: Overload - Plan, 1222 Justice - Small Business: Rights - Protection, 2823 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Sempra: Tax Deals - Municipal Policy, 3473 Westray Mine Disaster - Occupational Health and Safety Act Recommendations: Justice Richard’s Inquiry - Implementation Details, 2933 Registered Nurses Act (Bill 18), 3714, 4128 Resolutions 32 Wentzell, Jamie: Abilities (Academic/Athletic) - Congratulations, n 59, app 59 44 Gracie, John: Accomplishments/Talent - Acknowledge, n 67, app 68 67 Health - Black Women’s Health Centre/Maritime Centre of Excellence for Women’s Health: Project - Congratulations, n 120, app 120 76 Westphal/Cole Harbour Firefighters Association (LeRue, Mike/White, Noel/Barr, Terry) - Communities: Preservation - Congratulations, n 127,app 127 81 Health - Colchester Regional Hospital Auxiliary: Bone Densitometry Machine - Fund-Raising Congratulations, n 173, app 174 91 Health - Lung Association: Efforts - Acknowledge, n 181, app 181 198 Health - Long-Term Care: User Fee - Government (Nova Scotia) Explanation, n 470 205 Morash, Beverly: Atlantic Writing Competition - Congratulations, n 475, app 476 223 Community Services - Government Buildings: Accessibility - Program Expand, n 528 320 Scottish Clans, Federation of: Efforts - Congratulations, n 753, app 754 322 Sports - Volleyball: Midget Girls Championships - Participants Congratulations, n 755, app 755 348 Sports - Minor Hockey Tournament (24th): Organizers/Volunteers - Congratulations, n 834, app 835 372 Health - Hepatitis C: Victims - Compensation Package, n 856 382 Maple Leaf Foundation - Auburn Drive High School/Boston Latin School Exchange: Participants - Congratulations, n 863, app 864 400 Sports - Hockey: Cole Harbour Red Wings - Atlantic Bantam Championships Participants Congratulations, n 901, app 902 Dexter-Resolutions 57 HANSARD INDEX

424 Birks, Jake/Kelloway, Bruce: Canadian Peacekeeping Services Medal and Nobel Peace Prize Certificate - Congratulations, n 990, app 990 472 MacDonald, Vanessa/Tobey, Neil/Robertson, Warren - Canadian Judo Championships: Best Wishes - Extend, n 1076, app 1076 493 Miles, Johnny - Boston Marathon Victory: Anniversary (75th) - Congratulations, n 1117, app 1117 499 Health - Autism: Treatment - Funding Distribute, n 1121 508 Mouzar, Mary - Queens County Times: Internet - Creation Commend, n 1188, app 1188 540 Community Links - Rural Volunteers Project: Participants - Congratulations, n 1283, app 1284 566 Jacobs, Lisa - New Democratic Party (NDP) Caucus Office: Contributions - Congratulations, n 1362, app 1363 596 McKenzie, Nicole - Hockey: Awards - Congratulations, n 1397, app 1397 605 Sports - 2001 World Under 17 Hockey Challenge: Truro/New Glasgow - Organizing Committee Congratulations, n 1404, app 1404 637 Anderson, Christopher/Cumminger, Jonathan - Costa Rica: Environmental Leadership Program - Best Wishes Extend, n 1533, app 1533 737 Fraser, Scott - Auto Racing: Iowa 300 - Best Wishes Convey, n 1939, app 1940 753 Nova Scotia College of Art and Design (NSCAD) - Environmental Planning: Anniversary (30th) - Congratulations, n 1951, app 1952 766 MacDonald, Helen: Best Wishes - Extend, n 2049, app 2050 794 Bowles, Steven: Lifesaving Society Award - Congratulations, n 2070, app 2070 801 Health - Northside General Hospital: Emergency Room - Closure, n 2185 820 Health - Well Women’s Clinic (East Preston): Funding Commitment - Minister Honour, n 2201 837 Home Support Workers (Queens) - Labour Dispute: Minister - Resolve, n 2320 852 Cape Breton North Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Medical Doctors/Spin Doctors: Recruitment - Dispute, n 2331 869 Liberal Party: Office - Relocation, n 2418 884 Finance - Smoking Cessation: Teenage Program - Revenue Invest, n 2428 894 Transportation and Public Works - Highway Infrastructure: Long-Term Study - Minister Rename, n 2540 910 Women for Economic Equality Society (WEE) - Community Economic Development: Guide - Launch Congratulations, n 2552, app 2553 930 Health - National Nursing Week (06-12/05/01): Nurses - Honour, n 2657, app 2658 954 Finance - Blended Sales Tax (BST): Withdraw - Replace, n 2675 961 Whitney Pier - Residents: Health and Fitness - Premier Concern Extend, n 2789 996 Westray Mine Disaster: Victims - Remember, n 2914, app 2915 1020 Transportation and Public Works - Legislature: Closure Attempt - Summer Traffic Avoidance, n 2995 1032 Sports - Kyushu-Ryu Ju-Jitsu Program: Graduates Congratulations - Instructor Thank, n 3003 Dexter-Resolutions 58 HANSARD INDEX

1067 Elizabeth Fry Society - “Rebels With A Cause” Event: Honourees - Congratulations n 3230, app 3231 1089 Pour for the Cure - Pink Ribbon Mother’s Day Tea: Organizers/Sponsors - Congratulations, n 3247, app 3248 1109 Joudrey, Andrew (Westville, Nova Scotia) - Hockey: Successes - Congratulations, n 3349 1117 Governments (Liberal/Progressive Conservative) - Cape Breton: Sustainability - Failure Condemn, n 3358 1137 Sports - Kyushu-Ryu Ju-Jitsu Program: Graduates Congratulations - Instructor Thank, n 3373, app 3373 1143 Ombudsman’s Office/Human Rights Committee: Merger - Cease, n 3455 1163 Josey, Paul - Halifax Regional Fire and Emergency Services: Retirement - Best Wishes Convey, n 3470, app 3471 1218 Watson, Charles - Death of: Family/Friends - Sympathy Extend, n 3629, app 3630 1230 George Bissett Elementary School - Playground: Contributors - Commend, n 3638, app 3639 1242 May, Elizabeth - Sydney Tar Ponds Support: Hunger Strike - Applaud, n 3681 1255 Ross Road School - Evergreen Foundation: Naturalization Committee - Students/Teachers Congratulations, n 3691, app 3691 1262 Governments (Federal/Provincial) - Government (Municipal): Infrastructure - Funding Assist, n 3741 1288 Finance - Tax System: Banks/Corporations - Payment Equity Ensure, n 3795 1332 Health - Tar Ponds Residents: Relocation Costs - Minister Discover, n 3887 1357 Campaign for Fairness - Shipyards (Nova Scotia): Revitalization - Include, n 3941 1387 Government (Canada)/East Coast Premiers/ New England Governors - Georges Bank: United States Drilling Moratorium - Confirm, n 3965 1396 Cancer Survivors Day (03/06/01) - Celebrate, n 4013, app 4014 1418 Economic Development - Development Strategy: Concentration - Local, n 4031 1433 Courtesy Chrysler - Labour Dispute: Labour Minister - Services Offer, n 4086 1471 Environment and Labour - Davis (Miners’ Memorial) Day: Legislation - Minister Introduce, n 4225 1529 World Health Organization: World No-Tobacco Day - Recognize, n 4336, app 4336 Dexter, Darrell (Member of the Legislative Assembly [MLA] Dartmouth-Cole Harbour) - New Democratic Party (NDP): Leader - Election Congratulations (res. 767), n 2050, app 2050 Dexter-Peck, Patti: Robert Wood Johnson Award - Congratulations (res. 856), n 2334, app 2335 Dexter-Peck, Patti: Robert Wood Johnson Award - Congratulations (res. 1039), n 3008 DeYoung, Cecil and Rudy: Anniversary (50th) - Congratulations (res. 627), n 1526, app 1526 Dicks, Ward, 1324 Die Big Band der Bundeswehr: Concert/Charity - Thank (res. 429), n 994, app 995 Difference of Opinion Between Members (Speaker’s Ruling), 1920 Digby and Area Recreation Commission - Adventure Racing Ltd.: Efforts - Congratulations (res. 1559), n 4441 Digby General Hospital Auxiliary 59 HANSARD INDEX

Digby General Hospital Auxiliary - Efforts: Applaud - Contribution Congratulations (res. 917), n 2642 Digby-Annapolis: Constituency - Concerns, 543 Digby-Annapolis: Constituency - Geography, 544 Digby-Annapolis: Fishery - Status, 545 Digby-Annapolis: Sports - Teams, 548 Digital Economy: Advancement - Plan, 11 Dill-Fuller, Brandon Christopher Michael: Death of - Tribute (res. 112), n 264, app 265 Disagreement of Facts Between Members (Speaker’s Ruling), 1921, 1922 Disagreement on Interpretation of Statute (Speaker’s Ruling), 1920 District of Barrington Health Professionals Assistance Act (Bill 54), 1st 3230, 2nd 3694, 3rd 4143, 4200, 4372, 4428, 4490, 4542, RA 4544 Dominion Beach (Cape Breton): Maintenance - Status, 1366 Dominion - Food Bank: Assistance - Residents Congratulations (res. 1379), n 3959, app 3960 Donaldson, Bernice - Enfield Food Bank: Dedication - Congratulations (res. 577), n 1382, app 1382 Donohoe, Howard - Geological Association of Canada: E.R. Ward Neale Medal - Congratulations (res. 1183), n 3513, app 3514 Donohoe, Howard - Geological Association of Canada: E.R. Ward Neale Medal - Congratulations (res. 1205), n 3530, app 3531 Dooks, Elaine/Dahr, Ralph - Halifax Regional School Board: Retirement - Congratulations (res. 607), n 1405, app 1406 Dooks, William - Eastern Shore: Representation, 1152 DOOKS, Mr. William (Eastern Shore - PC) Education - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Allocation (2000-01) - Minister’s Report (res. 778), 2381 Government (Nova Scotia): Rural Nova Scotia - Abandonment (Adj. motion), 1626 House o f Assembly Act (Bill 13), 715 Labour Standards Code (Bill 53), 3852 Resolutions 127 Jenner, Stephen: Caring Canadian Award - Congratulations, n 275, app 276 294 Birch Mountain Bluegrass Band: East Coast Music Award - Congratulations, n 673, app 674 579 Currie, Martin - Bishop: Ordination - Congratulations, n 1383, app 1384 635 Power, Adrienne - Track and Field: Canadian Inter-University Athletic Union (CIAU) Medal (Bronze) - Congratulations, n 1531, app 1532 751 Agriculture and Fisheries - Lobster Season: Participants - Best Wishes Convey, n 1950, app 1950 768 Bus Accident (Sussex, New Brunswick) - Oakhill Middle School (Massachusetts): Families/Friends - Condolences Extend, n 2050, app 2051 813 Costard, Chrissy: Toronto Dominion (TD) Canada Trust Scholarship - Congratulations, n 2195, app 2195 900 Lake Charlotte Union Church: Anniversary (100th) - Congratulations, n 2545, app 2545 Dooks-Resolutions 60 HANSARD INDEX

972 Coady, Michael - Sheet Harbour Parent-Teacher Association (PTA): Support - Recognize, n 2798, app 2798 1001 LeBlanc, Dennis - Eastern Shore District High School: Government/Politics - Course Commend, n 2918, app 2919 1016 Purchell, David - Death of: Family/Friends - Condolences Extend, n 2929, app 2930 1116 Health - Twin Oaks/Birches Healthcare Charitable Foundation: Care - Commend, n 3357, app 3357 1186 Tim Hortons - Children’s Foundation: Contribution - Congratulations, n 3516, app 3516 1293 Eastern Shore Palliative Care Association - Memorial Garden: Creation - Recognize, n 3799, app 3800 1309 Marine Drive Pentecostal Church/Gunther, Reverend Dan - Seniors: Consideration - Thank, n 3868 1310 Atlantic View School - Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) Program: Participation - Venoit, Constable Brian Thank, n 3868 1319 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Eastern Shore Safe House Association - Commend, n 3873 1437 Eastern Shore Schooners - Fastball: Capital Region Boys Championship - Victory Congratulations, n 4090, app 4090 1485 Royal Canadian Army - Cadet Corps: Role - Praise (by Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 4235, app 4236 1584 Webber, Frank - Accident (Abs, Simon): Prevention - Congratulations, n 4460, app 4460 Dormiedy, Steven and Julie: Foster Parents - Congratulations (res. 1425), n 4078 Double “M” Community Club - Municipality East Hants: Honour - Congratulations (res. 1350), n 3900, app 3901 Doucette, Bertha - Kinette Club (Margaree): Life Membership Award - Acknowledge (res. 697), n 1784, app 1785 Dowell, Hansen - (Annapolis East MLA, 1960-1963): Death of - Tribute, 2 DOWNE, Mr. Donald (Lunenburg West - L) Agriculture - Food: Taxes - Minister Cease (Adj. motion), 1327 Agriculture Administration Amendment (2001) Act (Bill 31), 3970 Bill Introduced 50 Fundamental Tax Reform Committee Act, 1st 2540, 2nd 3579 District of Barrington Health Professionals Assistance Act (Bill 54), 4385 Estimates: Committee of the Whole House (CWH) on Supply - Referred (res. 1), 490 Finance - Bracket Creep: Tax Raise - Minister Recognize (Adj. motion), 3774 Finance - Debt Reduction: Minister - Method (res. 315), 1247 Finance - Income Taxes: Rise - Bracket Creep/User Fees (Adj. motion), 792 Finance - Taxes/User Fees: Rise - Election Promises Contravention (Adj. motion), 1153 Finance - Tobacco Smuggling: Government (Nova Scotia) - Stance (Adj. motion), 2506 Financial Measures (2001) Act (Bill 11), 636, 876 Financial Measures (2001) Act (Bill 30), 1173, 1441, 4065 Fundamental Tax Reform Committee Act (Bill 50), 3579 Downe 61 HANSARD INDEX

Government Restructuring (2001) Act (Bill 20), 2633, 2635, 2678, 2890, 3042, 3382 Health - Long-Term Care: Crisis - Solve (res. 214), 730 Health - Point Pleasant Lodge: Decisions - Minister Reverse (Adj. motion), 948 Livestock Health Services Act (Bill 32), 3728, 4137 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber: Agreement - Exemption Status (Adjournment of House [Rule 43]), 1750 Order of Nova Scotia Act (Bill 10), 549 Budget Speech (29/03/01): Reply to [Estimates 2001-02)(res. 1); 490-506 Agriculture - Budget (2001-02): Agricultural Development Institute (ADI) - Funding, 495 Budget (2001-02) - Fiscal Management: Plan - Absence, 502 Budget (2001-02): Mismanagement - Evidence, 490 Economic - Growth: Plans - Lack, 497 Economy: Nova Scotia - Future, 506 Education - Budget (2001-02): Programs - Reannouncement, 496 Education - Funding: Finance Minister - Responsibility, 504 Education: Loan Remission Program - Absence, 494 Finance: Bracket Creep - Address, 500 Finance: Investments - Strategy, 498 Finance: Minister - Accountability, 505 Finance - Minister: Investments - Decisions, 491 Finance - Minister: Revenue - Mismanagement, 492 Finance: Registry of Deeds - Fees, 500 Finance - Tobacco Tax: Increases - Details, 501 Finance: User Fees - Revenue, 499 Government (Nova Scotia) - Budget: Balance - Promises, 502 Government (Nova Scotia): Debt - Increases, 491, 501 Government (Nova Scotia) - Debt: Increases - Amount, 492, 505 Government (Nova Scotia) - Debt: Reduction - Failure, 502 Government (Nova Scotia) - Debt Servicing: Costs - Details, 496 Government (Nova Scotia) - Debt/Deficit: Paydown - Choices, 503 Government (Nova Scotia) - Departments: Spending - Auditor General’s Report, 499 Government (Nova Scotia) - Funding: Federal - Amounts, 496 Government (Nova Scotia) - Funding: Federal - Requests, 495 Government (Nova Scotia) - Funding: Federal - Windfall, 491, 493 Government (Nova Scotia) - Policies: Seniors - Impact, 500 Health - Acute Care: Beds - Tax, 494 Health - Care: Government (Nova Scotia) - Promises, 497 Health - Smoking: Cessation Programs - Funding, 501 Health - System: Finance Minister - Responsibility, 504 Health - System: Investment - Requirement, 498 Downe-Budget Speech 62 HANSARD INDEX

Nova Scotia Resources Limited (NSRL): Sale - Revenue, 498 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Revenue - Details, 505 Unemployment: Nova Scotia - Status, 497 Petitions Presented Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 208: Upgrade - Priority, 250 Transportation and Public Works: Roads - Repave, 168 Questions (Oral) Agriculture - Federation of Agriculture: Meetings - Attendance, 1216 Agriculture and Fisheries - Buyer Licence Regulations: Processing Costs - Information Table, 4119 Agriculture and Fisheries - Government (Canada): Funds - Distribution Time Frame, 3771 Finance - Anti-Smoking Program: Funding - Details, 1032 Finance - Budget (2000-01): Information - Backbench Possession Explain, 292, 317 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Health Allotment - Adequacy, 587 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Windfall - Mismanagement, 392 Finance - Canadian Taxpayers Federation: Income Tax - Increase Admit, 2447 Finance - Debt (Nova Scotia): Growth - Continuation, 1208 Finance - Debt (Nova Scotia): Payment Plan - Premier Confirm, 1140 Finance - Debt (Nova Scotia): Payment Schedule - Explain, 1126 Finance - Debt (Nova Scotia): Surpluses - Allocation, 1128 Finance - Election Promise: Breach - Explain, 589 Finance - Equalization Payments: Shortage ($88 million) - Minister’s Information, 3831 Finance: Health Information System - Costs, 190 Finance - Indexation: Premier - Commit, 1550 Finance - Minister: Income Tax Increase - Recognize, 3904 Finance - Minister: Surplus Management Strategy - Status, 702 Finance - Stewardship: Minister’s Control - Loss Explain, 4366 Finance - Taxes: Increases Cease - Indexation Expand, 1803 Finance - Tobacco Smuggling: Fine Reduction - Explain, 911, 1027 Finance - Transfer Payments: Province (Nova Scotia) - Reliance, 4254 Finance - Transfer Payments: Revenue Projections - Shortfall, 3760 Finance - Voluntary Planning Task Force: Recommendations - Legislation Introduce, 2943 Health - Ambulance Service (Bridgewater): Cutbacks - Effects, 773 Health - Family Caregivers: Tax Incentives - Commitment Honour, 1292 Health - South Shore Regional Hospital: Position Cancellation - Details, 4271 Justice - Springhill Police Force: Minister - Investigate, 3661 Justice - Springhill Police Force: Problems - Ministerial Action, 3483 Justice - User Fees: Legislation - Accounting, 924 Natural Resources - LaHave River Watershed: Public Domain - Preserve, 2957 Downe-Questions (Oral) 63 HANSARD INDEX

Nova Scotia Resources Limited (NSRL) - 01/02/00-16/05/01: Revenue - Amount, 3541 Nova Scotia Resources Limited (NSRL) - Sale: Proceeds - Details, 3543 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Licence Fees: Tractors - Minister Confirm, 304 Tourism and Culture - Cultural Events: Funding - Adequacy, 3818 Resolutions 16 Finance - Budget: Balancing - Time Frame, n 47 35 Bridgewater Kinettes: Anniversary (50th) - Congratulations, n 61, app 61 53 Order of Canada: Bain, George - Congratulations, n 110, app 110 68 Health - Finance Minister: Strategic Investments - Lack Condemn, n 120 88 Finance - Minister: Squandering - Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) Recognize, n 178 111 Finance - Budget (2000-01): Deficit Contributions (Government [Canada]) - Minister Paul Martin Thank, n 263 120 Finance - Budget (2000-01): Lock-up (One) - Minister Consider, n 270 182 Coughlan, Justice Cyril Richard - Supreme Court: Appointment - Congratulations, n 458, app 458 212 Chester-St. Margaret’s Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Federation Nova Scotia Heritage: Dr. Phyllis R. Blakeley Award - Congratulations, n 520, app 520 224 Finance - Debt: Minister - Control Lack, n 528 254 Colchester-Musquodoboit Valley/Shelburne/Kings West - Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs): Canadian Alliance Meeting - Performance, n 574 267 Agriculture and Fisheries - Outstanding Young Farmers (Atlantic Canadian): Nominees - Congratulations, n 653, app 654 315 Finance - Debt Reduction: Minister - Method, n 749, d 1247 329 Finance - Debt Crisis: Minister - Admonish, n 759 389 Jazz Bliss 2001: Performers/Organizers - Congratulations, n 893, app 893 402 Finance - Bracket Creep: Minister - End, n 903 482 Bridgewater Elementary School - Pratt and Whitney Film Festival: Prize (1st) - Congratulations, n 1109, app 1109 496 Swain, John: Compact Disk (CD) Release - Congratulations, n 1119, app 1119 509 Finance - Debt (Nova Scotia): Mismanagement - Premier/Cabinet, n 1188 522 Fishermens Memorial Hospital - Auxiliary: Anniversary (25th) - Congratulations, n 1198, app 1199 564 Finance Minister (Canada) - Message: Premier/Finance Minister (Nova Scotia) - Heed, n 1361 658 RandP Golf Venture Inc. - CD-ROM: Launch - Congratulations, n 1665, app 1666 690 New Germany High School - Renovations: Opening - Congratulations, n 1779, app 1779 705 South Shore Naval Association - Cornwallis Memorial Reunion: Book - Contributors Recognize, n 1790, app 1791 Downe-Resolutions 64 HANSARD INDEX

726 Conrad, Chrissy/Lehki, Vikram: Toronto Dominion (TD) Canada Trust Scholarships - Congratulations, n 1931, app 1931 814 Bowles, Steven - Canadian Lifesaving Society: Award - Congratulations (by Mr. B. Boudreau), n 2196, app 2197 879 Health - Home Support Workers: Wage Parity - Implement, n 2425 898 South Shore District School Board - Heritage Fairs: Organizers/Participants - Congratulations, n 2543, app 2544 934 Ancient Futures: The Art of the Blacksmith at the Third Millennium - Exhibition: Curator/Artists - Congratulations, n 2661, app 2661 1023 Second Story Women’s Centre - Girl Talk Program: Contribution - Acknowledge, n 2997 1035 Big Brothers/Big Sisters (South Shore) - Fundraisers: Participants - Congratulations, n 3005 1075 Second Story Women’s Centre - Girl Talk Program: Contribution - Acknowledge, n 3237, app 3237 1083 Big Brothers/Big Sisters (South Shore) - Fundraisers: Participants - Congratulations, n 3243, app 3243 1121 Nova Scotia Agricultural College (NSAC) - Governor-General’s Award: Recipients - Congratulations, n 3360, app 3361 1150 Government (Canada) - Harbours: Public Domain - Removal Oppose, n 3460, app 3461 1191 South Shore Regional Hospital - Ladies Auxiliary: Anniversary (50th) - Congratulations, n 3519, app 3520 1194 Peters Place - Pilot Program: Proposal - Minister Review, n 3522 1219 Rosedale Home for Special Care - Residents/Staff: Best Wishes - Send, n 3630, app 3631 1252 Bridgewater Elementary School - Provincial Chess Tournament: Champions - Congratulations (by Mr. Manning MacDonald), n 3688, app 3689 1292 Council (4-H) - Annual General Meeting: Participants/Organizers - Congratulations, n 3798, app 3799 1445 South Shore Member of Parliament (MP): Constituency Issues - Prioritize, n 4096 1475 Bridgewater Fire Department/Ladies Auxiliary - Volunteers: Anniversary (125th) - Congratulations, n 4228, app 4228 1487 Mitchell, George - Senior Wheels (Bridgewater): Contribution - Congratulations, n 4237, app 4238 1534 World No-Tobacco Day (31/05/01) - Government (Nova Scotia): Recognize - Second- Hand Smoke Programs Investment, n 4340 1591 Health - Premier: Policies - Knowledge Lack (by Mr. M. Samson), n 4465 1598 Finance - Premier/Minister: Tax Increases - Admit (by Mr. M. Samson), n 4470, app 4470 Downe-Supply Motion 65 HANSARD INDEX

Supply Motion, 1368-1370 Budget (2001-02): Plan - Adherence, 1368 Finance: Debt - Status, 1369 Finance: Surplus - Projections, 1369 Government (Nova Scotia) - Critique, 1368 User-Fees Disclosure Act (Bill 37), 1729 Veterinary Medical Act (Bill 27), 4140 Drake-MacDonald, Reverend Brenda, 26 Dress for Success - Initiative: Participants - Congratulations (res. 574), n 1379, app 1380 Drug Abuse Resistance Education Program - Caldwell Road Elementary School: Grade 6 Students/ Participants - Congratulations (res. 933), n 2660, app 2660 Drug Abuse Resistance Education Program - Colby Village Road Elementary School: Grade 6 Students/Participants - Congratulations (res. 967), n 2794, app 2795 Drug Awareness Resistance Program - Development: Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) - Commend (res. 918), n 2647, app 2647 Duc d’Anville School - Beautification Project: Participants - Congratulations (res. 777), n 2057, app 2058 Dugas, Giselle - Université Sainte-Anne: Governor-General’s Medal - Congratulations (res. 1118), n 3358, app 3359 Duggan, Dave - Service: Province of Nova Scotia - Thank (res. 171), n 449, app 450 Duggan, Richard/Jollimore, William - Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 153): Lifetime Membership Awards - Congratulations (res. 904), n 2548, app 2548 Dunn, Rick - Rifle Association (Nova Scotia): Irving Trophy - Congratulations (res. 1253), n 3689, app 3690 Dunphy, Reverend Gerald, 26 Dylan, Bob: Birthday (60th) - Congratulations (res. 1349), n 3899, app 3900

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Earth Day (22/04/01) - Events: Participation - Encourage (res. 556), n 1354 Earth Week (22-29/04/01) - Celebrate: Participants - Commend (res. 586), n 1389, app 1390 East Dartmouth Boys and Girls Club - Community Centre: Joint Venture - Support, 87 Eastlink Cable - Legislative Television: Analog Channel - Dedicate (res. 1184), n 3514, app 3515 East Preston United Baptist Church - Ladies Auxiliary: Elders - Honour Congratulations (res. 1488), n 4238, app 4239 East Side Fisheries Ltd. - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Award: Employers/Employees - Congratulations (res. 1171), n 3503 Eastern Passage-Cow Bay - Summer Carnival: Anniversary (26th) - Congratulations (res. 272), n 657, app 658 Eastern Passage Education Centre (EPEC) - Call to Remembrance (2001) Competition: Gold Medal - Congratulations (res. 377), n 860, app 861 Eastern Passage Education Centre 66 HANSARD INDEX

Eastern Passage Education Centre (EPEC) - Cheerleading Team: Junior High School Championships - Members/Coaches Congratulations (res. 1139), n 3374, app 3375 Eastern Shore Palliative Care Association - Memorial Garden: Creation - Recognize (res. 1293), n 3799, app 3800 Eastern Shore Schooners - Fastball: Capital Region Boys Championship - Victory Congratulations (res. 1437), n 4090, app 4090 Eastman, Ken/Graves, Dave - Big Brothers/Big Sisters: Bicycles - Donations Congratulations (res. 963), n 2791, app 2791 Ecole St. Joseph-A. MacKay School - Windows on the Past: Production - Congratulations (res. 1582), n 4458, app 4459 Economic Development, 154 Economic Development: Annapolis Valley Peat Moss Limited - Products, 940 Economic Development - Authority: Community Level, 70 Economic Development: Call Centres - Importance, 144 Economic Development - Cape Breton: Economic Needs - Invest (res. 179), n 456 Economic Development - Cape Breton: Industries - Remediation Plan, 70 Economic Development - Cape Breton: Movie/Television Location - Promotion Explain, qu 3823 Economic Development - Cape Breton: Northside Industrial Park - Importance Recognize (Adj. motion), 734 Economic Development - Cape Breton and Central Nova Scotia Railway: Impact - Details, 142 Economic Development - Cape Breton and Central Nova Scotia Railway: Viability - Minister’s Actions, qu 401 Economic Development - Cape Breton Growth Fund, 11 Economic Development - Cape Breton Growth Fund: Contribution - Government (Nova Scotia) (res. 33), n 60 Economic Development - Clearwater Fine Foods Inc.: Chinese Contract - Signing Congratulations (res. 60), n 115, app 115 Economic Development - Coal Miners Co-operative: Leases - Transfer (res. 1034), n 3005 Economic Development: Communities - Initiative, 547 Economic Development - Community Development Corporations: Establishment - Consider, 1145 Economic Development: Community Economic Development Investment Fund - Operation, 547 Economic Development: Cornwallis Park - Businesses, 545 Economic Development - Development Strategy: Concentration - Local (res. 1418), n 4031 Economic Development - Digby County: Opportunities - Support (res. 1071), n 3233, app 3234 Economic Development: District 18 Business Development Association - Commend (res. 381), n 863, app 863 Economic Development - District 18 Business Development Association: President/Executive - Re-Election Congratulations (res. 113), n 265, app 266 Economic Development - Economic Policy: Cape Breton - Results, qu 3479 Economic Development - Economy (Nova Scotia): Slowdown - Minister, qu 2938 Economic Development - Economy (Southwestern Nova Scotia): Unemployment - Concern, qu 926 Economic Development - Electronic Data Systems (EDS) Call Centres: Nova Scotia Opening - Applaud (res. 116), n 267, app 268 Economic Development 67 HANSARD INDEX

Economic Development: Export Achievement Awards (17th Annual) - Success (min. stat.), 3880 Economic Development - Free Trade Area Agreement (FTAA): Consultation - Confirm, qu 1220 Economic Development - Funds: Disbursement - Policy, qu 201 Economic Development - Georges Bank: Moratorium - Status, qu 708 Economic Development - Government (Nova Scotia): Economy Strategy - Minister Read (res. 152), n 379 Economic Development - Government (Nova Scotia)/Cape Breton: Modern Economy - Develop, 11 Economic Development - Halifax Downtown Business Commission: Leadership - Congratulations (res. 466), n 1024, app 1024 Economic Development - Halifax Shipyards: Program - Announcement (Mr. H. Epstein), qu 1707 Economic Development: Infrastructure - Changes, 356 Economic Development - L’Ardoise Economic Association for Development (LEAD): Efforts - Congratulations (res. 636), n 1532, app 1533 Economic Development - Laurentian Basin: Proposal (Newfoundland Government) - Details, qu 3754 Economic Development - Mark-Lyn Construction: Relocation Loan - Details, qu 3832 Economic Development - Minister: University Collegé of Cape Breton Visit - Security, 149 Economic Development - National Shipbuilding and Industrial Marine Partnership Project: Government (Canada) - Adopt (res. 346), n 833, app 834 Economic Development: Nova Scotia Business Development Corporation - Elimination, 144 Economic Development - Nova Scotia Business Inc., 145 Economic Development: Nova Scotia Business Inc. - Creation, 361 Economic Development - Nova Scotia Business Opportunities Initiative/Industrial Benefits Program - Implementation, 11 Economic Development - Nova Scotia Business Inc.: Appointments - Explain, qu 193 Economic Development: Nova Scotia Resources Limited - Sale, 355 Economic Development - Nova Scotia/New England States: Trade - Encourage (res. 1336), n 3890 Economic Development - Offshore Opportunities: Training Plan - Details, qu 697 Economic Development - PanCanadian: Pipeline (Nova Scotia-New England) - Nova Scotia Benefit Guarantee, qu 2450 Economic Development - Pictou Shipyard: Reopening - Proposal Status, qu 777 Economic Development - Pipeline: Proposal - Route Details, qu 3551 Economic Development - Port Hawkesbury Office: Clerical Position - Termination Reverse (res. 1599), n 4471 Economic Development - Prince Mine Closure: Cape Breton Economy - Future Outline, qu 3769 Economic Development: Roads - Importance, 603 Economic Development - St. Peters Marina: Renovations - Funding Partners Commend (res. 1549), n 4351, app 4352 Economic Development - Sobeys: Government Assistance - Job Transfers, qu 1211 Economic Development: Success - Ingredients, 356 Economic Development: Sydney - Diversification, 139 Economic Development - Sysco Port Facilities: Negotiations (Cape Breton Regional Municipality [CBRM]) - Confirm, qu 1303 Economic Development - Tesma: Expansion - Congratulations (res. 359), n 847, app 847 Economic Development 68 HANSARD INDEX

Economic Development - Tesma: Expansion - Congratulations (res. 386), n 891, app 891 Economic Development - Tesma: Expansion - Workers Congratulations (res. 396), n 899, app 899 Economic Development - Tibbetts Paints Runoff: Cleanup Order Confirm - Nova Scotia Business Development Corporation, qu 4258 Economic Development: Timberlea - Prospect - Concerns, 156 Economic Development - Upper Hammonds Plains-Lucasville Development Association: Efforts - Gratitude Convey, 1324 Economic Development - Wagmatcook Culture and Heritage Centre: Development - Congratulations (res. 584), n 1387, app 1388 Economic Development: Western Valley Development Authority - Smart Community Initiative, 545 Economic Development - Western Valley Development Authority: Smart Community Program - Efforts Congratulations (res. 465), n 1023, app 1024 Economic Development: Write-Offs - Arithmetic (res. 275), n 659 Economic Development - Yarmouth Airport Authority: Assistance - Offer (res. 1038), n 3008 Economic Development/Tourism - Prospect Road: Destinations - Feature (res. 335), n 825, app 825 Economic: Disparities - Regional, 358 Economic - Growth: Plans - Lack, 497 Economy: Government (Nova Scotia) - Progress, 9 Economy: Nova Scotia - Future, 506 Economy (Nova Scotia): Jobs - Creation, 355 Economy (Nova Scotia) - Potential, 8 Economy (Nova Scotia) - Status, 355, 369 Edmunds, Lindsey - Canadian Medical Association Journal: Science Project - Publication Congratulations (res. 1429), n 4083, app 4083 Edmunds, Lindsey - Science Fair Project: Canadian Medical Association Journal - Publication Congratulations (res. 1481), n 4232, app 4233 EDS/register.com: Announcements - Congratulations (res. 1081), n 3241, app 3242 Education: Active Young Readers Program - Evaluation, 76 Education: Active Young Readers Program - Expansion, 3 Education - Active Young Readers Program: Expansion - Funding, 368 Education: Active Young Readers Program - Introduction, 94 Education - Advanced Studies Program: Curriculum - Table, qu 3912 Education - Advanced Studies Program: Curriculum Development - Clarify, qu 3759 Education - Annapolis Valley Regional School Board: Bus Accidents - Investigation Policy, qu 3660 Education - Annapolis Valley Regional School Board: Bus Service - Accident Investigate, qu 3031 Education - Annapolis Valley Regional School Board: Bus Service - Complaints Investigate (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 1705 Education - Anti-Violence Conference: Joseph Howe School - Participants Congratulations (res. 341), n 829, app 830 Education - Automated Speech Recognition: Classroom Provision - Participants Congratulations (res. 147), n 375, app 376 Education - B.C. Silver Junior High School: Environmental Assessment - Minister Undertake (res. 1341), n 3893, app 3894 Education 69 HANSARD INDEX

Education - Beechville-Lakeside-Timberlea School: Arts Education Projects - Congratulations (res. 383), n 888, app 889 Education - B.C. Silver Junior High School: Environmental Assessment - Minister Undertake (res. 1341), n 3893, app 3894 Education: Budget, 161 Education: Budget (2001-02) - Impact, 483 Education: Budget (2001-02) - Priorities, 479 Education - Budget (2001-02): programs - Reannouncement, 496 Education - Budget (2001-02): University Funding - Cuts Explain, qu 588 Education - Budget: Cuts - Discuss, 599 Education - Budget Cuts: Job Opportunities - Effect (res. 202), n 473 Education - Bucks for Books: Participants - Congratulations (res. 770), n 2052, app 2052 Education - Caldwell Road Elementary School: Lunch Fees - Minister’s Action, qu 4255 Education - Cape Breton: Educational Opportunities - Elimination Explain (res. 59), n 114 Education - Cape Breton South: Schools - Replace, 146 Education - Cape Breton South: Schools, State, 146 Education - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Allocation (2000-01) - Minister’s Report (res. 778), n 2058, d 2367 Education - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Closure/Layoffs - Minister Halt, qu 2931 Education - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Funding - Provide (res. 500), n 1122 Education - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Funding - Teachers Effect, qu 1138 Education - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Funding (Extra) - Teachers Retain, qu 1686 Education - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Layoffs - Details, qu 1543 Education: Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board - Minister’s Commitment, qu 1540 Education - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Transition Plan - Minister Accept, qu 2219 Education - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Transition Plan - Minister Read, qu 2820 Education - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Transition Plan - Rejection Explain, qu 2819 Education - Capital Grants: Funding - Provide (res. 434), n 998 Education - Career Options: School Programs - Implementation, 360 Education - Child Care: Educators - Salary Increase (res. 408), n 908 Education - Children: Interests - Priority (res. 238), n 562 Education: Clare - Discord, 235 Education: Code of Conduct - Implementation, 4 Education - Cole Harbour High School: Janitorial Strike - Building Condition, qu 2212 Education - Collège de l’Acadie: Budget - Explain (res. 428), n 994 Education - Community College: Funding - Additional, 360 Education - Community College: Opportunities - Nova Scotians Increase, 4 Education - Community College: Opportunities - Increased, 70 Education - Community College: Virtual Campus - Expansion, 360 Education - Curriculum (High School): Delivery - Assurance, qu 1809 Education - Custodial Strike: Resolution - Encourage (res. 269), n 655 Education 70 HANSARD INDEX

Education - Custodians Strike: School Board Contingency Plan - Condemn, qu 711 Education - Dartmouth North: School Closures - Attention, qu 405 Education - Department: Name Change - Urge (res. 114), n 266 Education - Digby Regional High School - Open House, 544 Education - Early Intervention: Community Services - Coordination, qu 2822 Education - Education Week Awards: Recipients - Acknowledge (res. 614), n 1516, app 1516 Education - Elmsdale School: Equipment Removal - Minister Stop, qu 302 Education - Flemming, Mike (Halifax Regional School Board): Efforts - Congratulations (res. 878), n 2424 Education - Forum of Young Canadians: Participants - Commend (res. 233), n 534, app 535 Education: Foundation - Prosperity (Nova Scotia), 3 Education - French Language: Funding - Equitability Ensure, qu 927 Education - Funding: Finance Minister - Responsibility, 504 Education - Funding (Long-Term): Plan - Reveal (res. 339), n 828 Education - Funding: New - Budget Omission, 371 Education: Funding Formula Review - Progress, qu 764 Education - Government (Nova Scotia): Cuts - Downloading, 598 Education - Government (Nova Scotia): Cuts - Impact, 596 Education - Government Promises: Abandonment - Explain, qu 1537 Education - Grade 6: Literacy Levels - Testing, 3 Education - Grade 6: Literacy Levels Test - Parents Share, 3 Education - Greenfield Elementary School: Contractors’ Dispute - Minister’s Plans, qu 2821 Education - Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM): Employees - Treatment, 1146 Education - Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) Custodial Strike: Learning Environment - Safety Ensure, qu 916 Education - Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) Schools: Health and Safety - Monitor, qu 766 Education - Halifax Regional School Board: Audit - Difficulties, 869 Education - Halifax Regional School Board: Closures - Minister’s Involvement, qu 1299 Education - Halifax Regional School Board: Decision-Making Process - Accessibility, qu 1051 Education - Halifax Regional School Board: Janitorial Strike - Closure Conditions Assessment, qu 1548 Education - Halifax Regional School Board: Pay Increases - Equity, 942 Education - Halifax Regional School Board: Schools - Conditions Remedy, qu 2443 Education - Halifax Regional School Board: Strike - Accountability, 869 Education - Halifax Regional School Board: Strike Settlement - Minister’s Interest, qu 2344 Education - Halifax Regional School Board/Nova Scotia Union of Public Employees (NSUPE): Collective Agreement - Efforts Support (res. 804), n 2188 Education - Halifax Regional School Board Custodian Strike: Minister - Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Contact (res. 115), n 266 Education - Halifax Regional School Board Custodian Strike: Replacements - Security Policy, qu 301 Education - Halifax West High School: Boundaries - Retain, 100 Education - Halifax West High School: Completion - Time Frame, 100 Education: Halifax West High School - Plans, 100 Education 71 HANSARD INDEX

Education: Halifax West High School - Replacement, 99 Education - Halifax West High School: Site - Plans, 100 Education - Halifax West High School: Split-Shifting - Minister’s Solution, qu 3765 Education: Halifax West High School/J.L. Ilsley High School - Split-Shifting, 779, 781 Education - Halifax West High School/J.L. Ilsley High School: Split-Shifting - Solution Action, qu 1096 Education - Halifax West High School (New): Opening - Time Frame, qu 407 Education - Halifax West High School Students: Split (Fall 2001) - Details (res. 1228), n 3637 Education - Halifax West High School Students: Split (Fall 2001) - Plan Halt (res. 1259), n 3737 Education - Halifax West High School Students Relocation: B.C. Silver Junior High School - Preparation Funding, qu 3837 Education - Harbourview Elementary School: Dental Clinic - Resume (res. 236), n 560 Education: Information Management - Funding, 367 Education - Janitorial Strike - Brookside Junior High, 867 Education - Janitorial Strike: Dispute Resolution - Minister’s Fairness Ensure (res. 1029), n 3001 Education - Janitorial Strike: Eastern Passage School - Health Risks, qu 3025 Education - Janitorial Strike: Education Act (Section 68) - Minister’s Compliance, qu 1702 Education: Janitorial Strike - End, qu 2217 Education - Janitorial Strike: Government (Nova Scotia) - Settle (res. 360), n 848, d 1052 Education - Janitorial Strike: Halifax Regional School Board - Misinformation Investigate, qu 2340 Education - Janitorial Strike: Health/Education Ministers - Schools Visit (res. 725), n 1930 Education - Janitorial Strike: Health Issues - Investigate, qu 3647 Education - Janitorial Strike: Labour Practices Allegations - Minister Settle, qu 2342 Education - Janitorial Strike: Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) (Progressive Conservative [PC]) Representation - Motivation Acknowledge (res. 567), n 1363 Education - Janitorial Strike: Minister - Action, qu 2353 Education - Janitorial Strike: Minister - Halt, qu 1815 Education - Janitorial Strike: Minister - Settle, qu 2214 Education - Janitorial Strike: Ministers - Intervention Welcomed, 1316 Education - Janitorial Strike: Necessity - Question, 598 Education - Janitorial Strike: Privatization - Minister’s Actions, qu 3910 Education - Janitorial Strike: Resolution - Action (res. 590), n 1392 Education: Janitorial Strike - Responsibility, 1145 Education - Janitorial Strike: Student Safety - Ensure (res. 373), n 857, d 1229 Education - Janitorial Strike (Halifax Regional Municipality [HRM]): Bargaining - Good Faith, qu 2947 Education - Kings West: Constituents - Concerns, 153 Education: Kings West - School Problem, 942 Education - Knowledge House: Advanced Studies Program - Fees, qu 4248 Education - Knowledge House: Contract - Details, qu 3477 Education - Knowledge House: Contract - Effects, qu 3653 Education - Knowledge House: E-Learning Contract - Details, qu 3648 Education - Knowledge House: Funding (Government [Canada]) - Confirm, qu 4114 Education 72 HANSARD INDEX

Education - Knowledge House Contract: Intellectual Property - Rights, qu 3651 Education - Knowledge House Contract: Tender - Lack Explain, qu 3650 Education - Knowledge House Contract: Tendering Laws - Breach, qu 3761 Education - Labour Dispute, 161 Education - Libraries (Nova Scotia): Service - Recognize (res. 149), n 377, app 377 Education - Literacy: Practitioners (Community-Based) - Acknowledge (res. 173), n 451, app 451 Education - Literacy Pilot Project: Pianosi, Catherine/Wallace, Jennifer/B.C. Silver Junior High School - Congratulations (res. 30), n 57, app 58 Education: Loan Remission Program - Absence, 494 Education: Loan Remission Program - Omission, 236 Education - Loan Remission Program - Restoration, 70 Education: Loan Remission Program - Status, qu 710 Education - Loan Remission Program: Student Loan - Defaults Effect, qu 1132 Education - Maintenance Staff - Cost-Efficiency, 596, 599 Education - Maintenance Workers: Strike - Resolve (res. 245), n 567 Education - Mary Lawson School Closure: Parents Group - Commend, 87 Education - Middleton Regional High School Senior Concert Band: European Tour - Congratulations (res. 145), n 289, app 290 Education - Mi’kmaq Language Conference: Language/Culture - Value Recognize (res. 994), n 2912, app 2912 Education: Minister’s Code of Conduct - Redress, qu 298 Education - Neighbourhood Schools: Closure - Reassess (Adj. motion), 611 Education - Northbrook School: Closure - Minister Stop, qu 1212 Education - Nova Scotia Agricultural College: Research - Details, 359 Education - Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC): Training - Focus Recognize (res. 830), n 2313 Education - Nova Scotia Learning Interchange: Establishment - Participants Congratulations (res. 626), n 1525, app 1526 Education - Nova Scotia School for Adult Learning: Funding - Allocation, 360 Education: P3 School - Usage, 162 Education: P3 Schools: Leases - Details, 596 Education - Pavonis/Centre for Entrepreneurship, Education and Development (CEED): National Partners in Education Award - Congratulations (res. 430), n 995, app 996 Education - Pavonis/Centre for Entrepreneurship, Education and Development (CEED): Relationship - Recognize (res. 418), n 983, app 983 Education - Pictou County School: Original Agreement - Honour, qu 1136 Education - Pilot Project: Teachers Union - Consult, qu 3029 Education - Post-Secondary: Access - Fairness, 70 Education - Post-Secondary: Cost - Minister Reduce (res. 741), n 1942 Education: Post-Secondary - Plan, qu 1799 Education - Post-Secondary: System - Requirements, 485 Education - Post-Secondary: Tuition - Rates Freeze (res. 722), n 1928 Education - Post-Secondary: Tuition Costs - Action, qu 1801 Education - Problems, 484 Education 73 HANSARD INDEX

Education - Private Company/Business Courses: Arts and Humanities - Bias, qu 4250 Education - Public Schools: Budget - Increases, 369 Education - Public Schools: Funding - Increase - Details, 372 Education - Quality, 99 Education - Reid, David: Attitude - Minister Halt (res. 1014), n 2928 Education - Research: Funding - Investment, 359 Education: Resources - Concern, 101 Education: Resources - Provide, 235 Education - Ridgecliff Middle School: Baptist Youth Group Meeting - Denial Explain, qu 3768 Education - Ridgecliff Middle School (P3) Athletic Field: Owners - Contract Honour, qu 1810 Education - Riverside Educational Centre: Multimedia Program - Congratulations (res. 175), n 453, app 453 Education - Rockingstone Heights School: Healthy Kidz Program - Participants Congratulations (res. 604), n 1403, app 1403 Education - Rural Libraries: Funding Reduction - Effect, qu 3911 Education - Sacred Heart School: Repairs - Completion Time Frame, qu 3481 Education - Saint Mary’s University (SMU): Gambia - Programming Recognize (res. 413), n 979, app 979 Education: School (Pictou County) - Location, qu 2366 Education - School Board: Funding (Long Term) - Provide, 70 Education - School Board Management: Evaluation - Time Frame, qu 3476 Education - School Boards: Budget (2001-02) Impact - Minister Ascertain (res. 257), n 576 Education - School Boards: Funding - Cape Breton Inequity Explain, qu 1536 Education - School Boards: Funding - Increase, qu 3554 Education - School Boards: Representatives (African-Canadian) - Funding Adequacy, qu 3546 Education - School Closures: Department - Reasons Explain, qu 1210 Education - School Closure: Policy - Minister’s Approval, qu 3539 Education - School Closures: Department - Reasons Explain, qu 1210 Education - School Closures: Education Act - Compliance, qu 3474 Education: School Closures - Oppose (petition), 1071 Education - School Closures: Policy Review - Changes Confirm, qu 3560 Education - School Closures: Review Process - Unfair (petition), 168 Education - School Closures: Tory Ridings - Protection Explain, qu 1204 Education - School Closures: Tory Ridings - Protection Explain, qu 1204 Education - School Construction (Elmsdale): Technology Cuts - Rethink, qu 592 Education: School System - Challenges, 1613 Education - Schools: Bullying - Eradicate (res. 63), n 117, app 117 Education: Schools - Code of Conduct, 77 Education - Schools: Computers - Placement, 359 Education - Schools: Custodians - Nomenclature, 1325 Education - Schools: Custodians - Value, 1326 Education - Schools: Technology - Adequacy, 30 Education - Senior High Debating: Funding - Restore (res. 72), n 124 Education 74 HANSARD INDEX

Education: Sir John A. Macdonald High School - Portable Classrooms, 157 Education - Special Needs: Funding - Adequacy, qu 403, 485 Education - Special Needs: Funding - Increases, 369 Education - Special Needs: Resources - Details, 101 Education - Special Needs Students: Funding - Provide, qu 3913 Education - Spending: Minister - Re-Examine (res. 365), n 851 Education: Student Career Portfolio - Introduction of, 4 Education - Student Council Presidents: Provincial Council Association - Formation (res. 376), n 859, app 860 Education - Student Debt Load: Premier/Minister - Reduction Explain (res. 1022), n 2996 Education - Student Loan Program: Taxpayers - Liability, qu 297 Education - Student Loans: Colleges/Universities - Designation, qu 189 Education - Student Loans: Colleges/Universities - Designations, qu 299 Education - Student Loans: Colleges/ Universities - Designation Policy Table, qu 296 Education - Student Loans: Colleges/Universities - Policy Discrimination, qu 191 Education - Students: Code of Conduct - Funding, 369 Education - Students: Future - Commitment (res. 811), n 2193 Education - Students: Special Needs - Approaches, 4 Education: Sussex (New Brunswick) - Bus Accident (min. stat.), 1956 Education - System: Importance - Recognition, 21 Education: System - Initiatives, 3 Education - System: Participants - Congratulations (res. 583), n 1387 Education - System: Quality - Increase, 134 Education - Teacher Recruitment: Minister - Plans Begin (res. 62), n 116 Education - Teachers: Lack of Accountability - Suggestion, qu 197 Education - Teachers: Salary Increments - Resolution Time Frame, qu 3916 Education - Techsploration Program: Participants - Congratulations (res. 648), n 1657, app 1657 Education - Transportation and Public Works Policy: Review/Recommendations - Minister Table, qu 3762 Education - Tuition Fees/Job Prospects: Relationship - Explain, qu 1802 Education - Universities: Capital Funding - Removal Explain, qu 1692 Education - Universities: Capital Projects - Funding Cessation, 369 Education - Universities: Infrastructure - Funding Requirements, 485 Education - Universities: Operating Funds - Increases, 369 Education - Volunteers (Nova Scotia): Commitment - Recognize (res. 334), n 824, app 824 Education - West Kings District High School: Funding - Fire Marshal Impetus, qu 1088 Education - West Kings District High School: Improvements - Ministerial Action, qu 2224 Education - Yarmouth Consolidated Memorial High School: Remembrance Day Holiday - Initiative Recognize (res. 101), n 256, app 256 Education: Youth Pathways and Transitions - Nova Scotia Community College, Links, 4 Education: Youth Pathways and Transitions Program, 21 Education: Youth Pathways and Transitions Program: Implementation - Schedule, 360 Education: Youth Pathways and Transitions Program - Launching, 4 Education 75 HANSARD INDEX

Education - Young People: Concerns - Awareness (res. 220), n 525, app 526 Education/Labour - Janitorial Strike: Ministers - Resolve (res. 1132), n 3369 Education/Sport and Recreation - P3 Schools: Fields - Usage Allow (res. 217), n 523, app 524 E.H. Horne Preservation Society (East Hants) - E.H. Horne School: Preservation - Efforts Congratulations (res. 69), n 121, app 122 Elder Transcript Web Site - Digby: Participants - Congratulations (res. 495), n 1118, app 1119 Elections Act (Bill 29), 1st 1073 Elizabeth Fry Society - “Rebels With A Cause” Event: Honourees - Congratulations (res. 1067), n 3230, app 3231 Elms, Ben - Canadian Race Relations Foundation: Board of Directors - Appointment Congratulations (res. 836), n 2319, app 2319 Embree, Sam - Port Hawkesbury Volunteer Fire Department: Anniversary (50th) - Congratulations (res. 292), n 672, app 673 Emergency Measures Organization (EMO) - District Health Authority Budget Cuts - Rural Emergency Services Effect, qu 4257 Emergency Measures Organization (EMO) - Emergency Preparedness Week (07-13/05/01): Participants - Efforts Recognize (res. 922), n 2650, app 2651 Emergency Measures Organization (EMO) - Flooding: Prevention - Infrastructure Provide (res. 976), n 2801 Emergency Measures Organization (EMO) - Personal Emergency Kit: Press Release - Distribution, qu 2832 Emergency Measures Organization (EMO) - Queens Region: Work - Recognize (res. 450), n 1011, app 1012 Employment Equity Act (Bill 41), 1st 2184 Energy Council Act (Bill 49), 1st 2417 Energy Resources Conservation Act/Pipeline Act (Bill No. 14), 1st 559, 2nd 3983, 3rd 4476, RA 4544 Enforcement of Canadian Judgments and Decrees Act (Bill 23), 1st 844 Engineering and Geoscience Professions Act (Bill 16), 1st 652 Environment - Antifreeze: Collection - Enforcement Details, qu 4270 Environment: Protection - Initiatives, 91 Environment - Summit of the Americas (April 2001): Public Debate - Government (Canadian) Urge (Adj. motion), 240 Environment - Technology: Non-Polluting - Incentives Support (res. 779), n 2059, app 2059 Environment and Labour - Amherst Fabricators: Compliance Order - Rescission Explain, qu 765 Environment and Labour - Amherst Fabricators: Documents - Table, qu 688 Environment and Labour - Amherst Fabricators: Inspector (Ross, Alan) - Demotion Explain, qu 760 Environment and Labour - Amherst Fabricators: Investigation - Details, qu 691 Environment and Labour - Amherst Fabricators: Safety Inspector - Interference, qu 686, qu 763 Environment and Labour - Aulds Cove: Coal Dust Runoff - Investigation Confirm, qu 1137 Environment and Labour - Beaver Bank - Water Supply, 606 Environment and Labour - Boiler Rooms: Yarmouth Regional Hospital/Valley Regional Hospital - Orders Confirm, qu 1302 Environment and Labour - Bras d’Or Lakes: Dwellings - Septic Systems Monitoring, qu 2363 Environment and Labour 76 HANSARD INDEX

Environment and Labour - Bras d’Or Lakes: Water Quality - Problems Target (res. 619), n 1519, app 1520 Environment and Labour: Canada-Nova Scotia Infrastructure Program - Funding, 363 Environment and Labour - Cape Breton Regional Municipality (CBRM): Environmental Assessment - Application Status (Mr. R. MacKinnon), qu 1706 Environment and Labour: Car Free Day - Celebrate (res. 504), n 1184, app 1185 Environment and Labour: Conciliation Services - Update, 1146 Environment and Labour - Construction Debris: Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) - Location, qu 4260 Environment and Labour - Davis (Miners’ Memorial) Day: Legislation - Minister Introduce (res. 1471), n 4225 Environment and Labour: Drinking Water - Regulations, 13 Environment and Labour: Drinking Water Strategy - Status, qu 3037 Environment and Labour - Eastern Shore: Water Testing - Centralization Reinstitute, qu 3484 Environment and Labour - Environment: Waverley Quarry - Betrayal Explain, qu 698 Environment and Labour - Fire Safety: Select Committee - Establishment (res. 420), n 984, d 1097 Environment and Labour - Glace Bay: Water Supply - Safety Ensure, qu 771 Environment and Labour - Glace Bay: Water System - Problems, 539 Environment and Labour: Greenhouse Gases - Reduction, 14 Environment and Labour - Greenhouse Gases: Reduction - Funding, 364 Environment and Labour - Halifax C and D Recycling Ltd.: Dumping/Composting Site (Old Guysborough Road) - Minister Halt (res. 735), n 1938 Environment and Labour - Halifax Regional School Board: Negotiation Irregularities - Labour Relations Board Investigate, qu 2454 Environment and Labour - Halifax Regional School Board: Schools - Inspection Status, qu 1135 Environment and Labour - Highway No. 103 Landfill: Cleanup Requirements - Minister Remind (res. 1441), n 4093 Environment and Labour - Infrastructure Works Program: Water System - Deliver, 610 Environment and Labour - Janitorial Strike: Education Minister - Arbitrator Request, qu 2356 Environment and Labour - Janitorial Strike: Mediator - Minister Appoint (res. 1037), n 3007 Environment and Labour - Janitorial Strike: Mediator - Minister Appoint (res. 1040), n 3009 Environment and Labour - Janitorial Strike: Mediator - Minister Appoint (res. 1131), n 3368 Environment and Labour - Janitorial Strike: Mediator - Appoint, qu 2817, qu 2940 Environment and Labour - Janitorial Strike: Minister’s Intervention - Time Frame, qu 2818 Environment and Labour - Janitorial Strike Mediation: Nova Scotia Union of Public Employees (NSUPE) Request - Minister Confirm, qu 2934 Environment and Labour - Joint Occupational Health and Safety (JOSH) Committee Reports (Janitorial Strike): Dereliction of Duty - Minister Apologize/Resign (res. 628), n 1526 Environment and Labour - Kyoto Accord: President Bush - Minister Contact (res. 191), n 464 Environment and Labour - Landfill (Old Guysborough Road): Permits - Compliance Confirm, qu 2358 Environment and Labour - Legislation: Anti-Scab - Introduce, qu 2227 Environment and Labour - Maintenance Workers Strike: Occupational Health and Safety - Standards Assure, qu 1226 Environment and Labour 77 HANSARD INDEX

Environment and Labour - McIntosh Run Watershed Association: Members - Commitment Recognize (res. 394), n 897, app 898 Environment and Labour - Meadowview Property Owners Association: Settlement - Details (res. 345), n 832 Environment and Labour - Meadowview Residents Association: Settlement - Details, qu 696 Environment and Labour - Minimum Wage - Effects, 75 Environment and Labour - Minister - Challenges, 156 Environment and Labour - “Morsegate Affair”: Funding - Minister Identify (res. 276), n 660 Environment and Labour: National Occupational Safety and Health Week (06-12/05/01) - Recognize (res. 953), n 2674, app 2675 Environment and Labour - New Era Farms: Composting Facility - Request Compliance, qu 198 Environment and Labour - New Era Farms (Compost): Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) Education Program - Fulfill, qu 3488 Environment and Labour - North American Occupational Safety and Health Week (06-12/05/01): Workplace Health and Safety - Commitment Renew (res. 923), n 2651 Environment and Labour - Occupational Health and Safety: Minister - Address, 1317 Environment and Labour - Occupational Health and Safety: Offshore - Status, qu 1294 Environment and Labour - Occupational Health and Safety: Priority - Effects (Adj. motion), 2871 Environment and Labour - Occupational Health and Safety: View/Air Quality Regulations - Introductory Time Frame, qu 1812 Environment and Labour - Occupational Health and Safety Act: Changes - Safety, qu 1553 Environment and Labour - Old Guysborough Road Landfill: Non-Compliance - Minister’s Awareness, qu 2442 Environment and Labour - Organic Material: Shipments (Illegal) - Minister Halt, qu 3652 Environment and Labour - Pioneer Coal: High-Wall Miner - Cessation Actions Explain, qu 3824 Environment and Labour - Prospect Road: Abandoned Restaurant - Cleanup, qu 4367 Environment and Labour: Public Safety Division - Political Interference, 1147 Environment and Labour: Questions - Response (report tabled), 1925, 2539 Environment and Labour: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle - Efforts, 69 Environment and Labour - Resource Recovery Fund Board (RRFB): Funding Salaries - Proportion, qu 3835 Environment and Labour - Resource Recovery Fund Board (RRFB): Unrecyclable Cups - Disposal, qu 303 Environment and Labour - Sackville Rivers Association: Elaine Burke Award - Congratulations (res. 277), n 660, app 661 Environment and Labour - Sackville-Beaver Bank: Drinking Water - Protection, 605 Environment and Labour: Safe Drinking Water Policy - Status, qu 1701 Environment and Labour - Safe Water Act (Canada): Clarke, Joe - Efforts Support (res. 973), n 2798, app 2799 Environment and Labour - Sandy Lake: Development - Environment Compliance Assure, qu 2364 Environment and Labour - Schools: Occupational Health and Safety - Jurisdiction, 1145 Environment and Labour - Schools: Public Health - Inspect (res. 502), n 1123 Environment and Labour: Security/Safety - Address, 1318 Environment and Labour 78 HANSARD INDEX

Environment and Labour: Select Committee - Necessity, 1147 Environment and Labour - Sewage Management: Strategy - Development, 14 Environment and Labour - Sewage Management Discussion Paper (min. stat.), 443 Environment and Labour - Sewer Services: Funding - Commitment, 13 Environment and Labour - Schools: Occupational Health and Safety - Jurisdiction, 1145 Environment and Labour - Solid Waste Management - Stewardship Agreements, 14 Environment and Labour - St. John Ambulance: Commitment - Congratulations (res. 835), n 2318, app 2319 Environment and Labour - St. Mary’s Education Centre: Water Supply - Safety Ensure (res. 615), n 1517 Environment and Labour - Stasiulis, Sandy/Merlin-Walsh, Golda: Commitment - Thank (res. 278), n 661, app 662 Environment and Labour - Strait of Canso: Coal Dust - Seepage (report tabled), 1353 Environment and Labour - Sydney Tar Ponds: Pollutants (Whitney Pier) - Action, qu 1687 Environment and Labour - Sydney Tar Ponds: Pollutants (Whitney Pier) - Plan Disclose (res. 657), n 1664 Environment and Labour - Sydney Tar Ponds: Pollutants (Whitney Pier) - Residents Evacuation, qu 1805 Environment and Labour - Sydney Tar Ponds: Pollutants (Whitney Pier) - Residents Meet, qu 1685 Environment and Labour - Sydney Tar Ponds/Coke Ovens: Minister Visit - Comment Explain, qu 3820 Environment and Labour - Sydney Tar Ponds/Coke Ovens: Residents - Relocate, qu 2932 Environment and Labour - Tar Ponds/Coke Ovens: Assistance - Delay Explain, qu 3482 Environment and Labour - Tibbetts Paints (Trenton): East River/Pictou Harbour - Contamination Protection, qu 3839 Environment and Labour: Timberlea - Prospect - Environmental Issues, 157 Environment and Labour - Torbrook (Annapolis County): Composting Facility - Oppose (petition), 4082 Environment and Labour - Twin Mountain Construction: Ministerial Order - Outcome, qu 2220 Environment and Labour - Upper Hammonds Plains: Water Supply - Accessibility, 605 Environment and Labour - User Fees: Water Withdrawal - Farmers’ Percentage, qu 1227 Environment and Labour - Water: Private Companies - Export Policy Plan, qu 4264 Environment and Labour - Water: Safety Regulations - Introduction, 363 Environment and Labour - Water Management Plan: Release - Imminent, 14 Environment and Labour: Water Quality - Assurances, qu 2826 Environment and Labour - Water Supply: Samples - Requests, qu 3649 Environment and Labour - Water System: Maplewood on the Lakes Subdivision - Requests, 607 Environment and Labour - Whitney Pier: National Standards - Application Explain, qu 4113 Environment and Labour - Whitney Pier: Properties - Purchase, qu 1806 Environment and Labour - Whitney Pier: Relocation - Minister’s Action (res. 1474), n 4227 Environment and Labour - Whitney Pier Brook: Contamination - Concern, qu 3902 Environment and Labour - Whitney Pier Resident (Ross, Anne): Test Results - Release, qu 1215 Environment and Labour - Whitney Pier Residents: Premier/Health Minister - Meet (Adj. motion), 3922 Environment and Labour 79 HANSARD INDEX

Environment and Labour - Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB): Appointments - Details, qu 2829 Environment and Labour - Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) Chairman (Christie, Innis): Resignation - Reason Confirm, qu 4109 Environment and Labour - Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) Chairman (Christie, Innis): Term - Explain, qu 4108 Environment and Labour - Workplace Violence: Regulations - Status, qu 3658 Environment and Labour Minister: Appointment - Congratulations, 91 Environment Canada/Environment and Labour (Nova Scotia) - Environmental Protection Legislation: Enforcement - Urge (res. 1190), n 3519, app 3519 EPSTEIN, Mr. Howard (Halifax Chebucto - NDP) Adjournment of House (Rule 43): Natural Resources - Prince Colliery: Closure - Economic Impact, 3614 Bills Introduced 38 Provincial Sovereignty Act, 1st 1355, 2nd 2958 49 Energy Council Act, 1st 2417 58 Labour Standards Code, 1st 3629 65 Well-being Measurement Act, 1st 4224 Finance - Debt Reduction: Minister - Method (res. 315), 1255 Financial Measures (2001) Act (Bill 30), 1459, 2172, 2228 Government Restructuring (2001) Act (Bill 20), 2560, 3073, 3410 Land Registration Act (Bill 1), 213 Motor Vehicle Act (Bill 8), 418 Natural Resources - Clear-Cutting: Action Plan - Minister Introduce (res. 947), 2985 Natural Resources - Prince Colliery: Closure - Economic Impact (Rule 43), 3614 Nova Scotia Business Inc.: Value - Recognize (res. 985), 3572 Nova Scotia Resources Limited (NSRL) - Profits (2000/01): Information - Premier Provide (Adj. motion), 3664 Provincial Sovereignty Act (Bill 38), 2959 Questions (Oral) Americas, Summit of: Protestors - Premier Support, 1134 Economic Development - Free Trade Area Agreement (FTAA): Consultation - Confirm, 1220 Economic Development - Funds: Disbursement - Policy, 201 Economic Development - Halifax Shipyards: Program - Announcement, 1707 Economic Development - Pictou Shipyard: Reopening - Proposal Status, 777 Education - Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) Custodial Strike: Learning Environment - Safety Ensure, 916 Natural Resources - Natural Gas: Pipeline (Undersea) - Approval Explain, 2352 Natural Resources - Web Site: Submissions - Posting Delay Explain, 4369 Tourism and Culture - Fixed Roof Accommodations: Licences - Fee Structure Equity, 1552 Epstein-Questions (Oral) 80 HANSARD INDEX

Tourism and Culture - Springhill MusicFest: Support - Lack Explain, 3819 Transportation and Public Works - Route 348: Repair - Urgent, 2956 Resolutions 26 Transportation and Public Works - Commuter Rail (Halifax): Position - Government (Nova Scotia), n 55 63 Education - Schools: Bullying - Eradicate, n 117, app 117 193 Government (Nova Scotia): Canadian Association of Journalists Code of Silence Award - Congratulations, n 467 231 Community Services - St. Vincent’s Guest House: Accreditation - Congratulations, n 533, app 534 233 Education - Forum of Young Canadians: Participants - Commend, n 534, app 535 253 MacCarthy, June: PanCanadian Student Choice Award - Congratulations, n 573, app 573 275 Economic Development: Write-Offs - Arithmetic, n 659 317 Meikle, Garon/Howe, Sandra: Inter-Collegiate Business Competition - Congratulations, n 751, app 752 346 Economic Development - National Shipbuilding and Industrial Marine Partnership Project: Government (Canada) - Adopt, n 833, app 834 366 Chebucto Links - Vial of Life Program: Participants - Congratulations, n 852, app 852 379 Tourism and Culture - Hotel/Innkeeping: Operators - Assist, n 861 430 Education - Pavonis/Centre for Entrepreneurship, Education and Development (CEED): National Partners in Education Award - Congratulations, n 995, app 996 535 MacKay-Lyons, Brian - American Institute of Architects: College of Fellows - Inclusion Congratulations, n 1279, app 1280 589 Rogers, Douglas/Surette, Winnifred: Caring Canadian Award - Congratulations, n 1391, app 1392 663 Hadfield, Chris - Mission: Accomplishment - Congratulations, n 1669, app 1670 782 Pictou Shipyard - Contract: Workers/Union - Congratulations, n 2061 807 Raymond, Beth: PanCanadian Student Choice Award - Congratulations, n 2190, app 2191 941 Sports - Badminton: Nova Scotia Sports Athletic Federation (NSSAF) Championships - Participants Congratulations, n 2666, app 2666 949 Skilled Workers - Migration: Hamm Government - Incentives Create, n 2672 1038 Economic Development - Yarmouth Airport Authority: Assistance - Offer, n 3008 1049 Setchell, Cheryl - Hockey: New England - Recognition Congratulations, n 3016 1082 Shotwell, Gordon - National Debating Team: Selection - Congratulations, n 3242, app 3243 1101 Point Pleasant Park - Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM): Ecosystem - Health Restore, n 3256, app 3256 1155 Colchester County Fire (Spiddle Hill Road) - Firefighters: Thanks - Express, n 3464, app 3465 Epstein-Resolutions 81 HANSARD INDEX

1193 Boakes, Gary - National Junior Boxing Championship: Silver Medal - Congratulations, n 3521, app 3522 1205 Donohoe, Howard - Geological Association (Canada): E.R. Ward Neale Medal - Congratulations, n 3530, app 3531 1274 Finance - Tax System: Corporations/Financial Institutions - Pay Equity Ensure, n 3750 1291 Cornwallis Junior High School - Pascal Mathematics Assessment Test: Results - Congratulations, n 3797, app 3798 1370 Harding, Marguerite - Through the Gates: Book - Completion Congratulations, n 3953, app 3953 1590 New Democratic Party (NDP) - Annual Convention (Sydney): Well Wishes - Extend, n 4464 User-Fees Disclosure Act (Bill 37), 1732 ESTABROOKS, Mr. William (Timberlea-Prospect - NDP) Address in Reply; 156-165 Beechville, 162 Economic Development: Timberlea - Prospect - Concerns, 156 Education: Budget, 161 Education - Labour Dispute, 161 Education: P3 School - Usage, 163 Education: School System - Challenges, 161 Education: Sir John A. Macdonald High School - Portable Classrooms, 157 Environment and Labour: Minister - Challenges, 156 Environment and Labour: Timberlea - Prospect - Environmental Issues, 157 Health: Care - System, 158 Natural Resources: Coastal Communities - Non-Resident Ownership, 159 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Equalization Program, 162 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Equalization Program - Beechville - Lakeside - Timberlea, 163 Swissair Flight 111 - Student Exchange Program, 164 Terence Bay, 163 Timberlea - Prospect: Constituency - Challenges, 156 Timberlea - Prospect: Constituency - Concerns, 162 Transportation and Public Works: Highway No. 103 - Twinning, 160 Transportation and Public Works: Terence Bay - Roads, 163 Transportation and Public Works: Timberlea - Prospect - Concerns, 157 Transportation and Public Works - Timberlea - Prospect: Roads - Condition, 158 Transportation and Public Works - Timberlea - Prospect: Roads - Impacts, 158 Transportation and Public Works/Tourism - Connection, 159 Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB): System - Concerns, 158 Bills Introduced 6 Road Improvements Act, 1st 41 42 Motor Vehicle Act, 1st 2184 Estabrooks 82 HANSARD INDEX

Education - Neighbourhood Schools: Closure - Reassess (Adj. motion), 613 Financial Measures (2001) Act (Bill 30), 1825, 2092 Government (Nova Scotia) - Roads: Increased Tax Revenues - Commit (Adj. motion), 4420 Government (Nova Scotia): Rural Nova Scotia - Abandonment (Adj. motion), 1628 Government Restructuring (2001) Act (Bill 20), 2718, 3302 Motor Vehicle Act (Bill 59), 4279 Order of Nova Scotia Act (Bill 10), 508, 4473 Petitions Presented Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 208: Upgrade - Priority, 2178 Transportation and Public Works - Prospect Road/Peggy’s Cove: Road - Upgrade, 2178 Questions (Oral) Alcohol and Gaming Authority - Video Lottery Terminals (VLTs): Plebiscite - Minister Ensure, 767 Education - Ridgecliff Middle School: Baptist Youth Group Meeting - Denial Explain, 3768 Education - Ridgecliff Middle School (P3) Athletic Field: Owners - Contract Honour, 1810 Environment and Labour - New Era Farms: Composting Facility - Request Compliance, 198 Environment and Labour - Prospect Road: Abandoned Restaurant - Cleanup, 4367 Gaming - Plebiscite: Minister - Support, 3542 Natural Resources - Prospect High Head: Sale - Intervention Plans, 2361 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Non-Resident Landownership: Meetings - Input, 1141 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 101: Fuel Tax Windfall - Employ, 1541 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 101: Twinning - Time Frame, 1034 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 101/Ben Jackson Road Intersection: Safety Problems - Delay Explain, 313 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 101 (Mount Uniacke, Hants County/Coldbrook, Kings County): Priority - Status, 316 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 113: Minister - Justify, 3557 Transportation and Public Works - Peggy’s Cove Road: Tourism Impact - Minister’s Plans, 2831 Transportation and Public Works - Road Conditions (Cumberland South): Repairs - Details, 2952 Transportation and Public Works - VIA Rail Derailment (Stewiacke): Safety Measures - Details, 1305 Transportation and Public Works - Year of the Roads: Election Promise - Status, 2950 Resolutions 28 Natural Resources- Coastal Properties: Ownership - Review, n 56 42 Smith, Daniel and Rennie - Melvin Jones Awards: Recipients - Congratulations, n 66, app 67 Estabrooks-Resolutions 83 HANSARD INDEX

65 Transportation and Public Works - Prospect Road Meeting: Minister - Attendance Confirm, n 118 75 Smith, Nathaniel - Prospect: Genealogical Research - Recognize/Thank, n 126, app 126 95 Voluntary Planning - Land Ownership (Nova Scotia): Review Meetings - Public Locations, n 183 115 Education - Halifax Regional School Board Custodian Strike: Minister - Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Contact, n 266 162 Transportation and Public Works - Prospect Road: Improvements - Minister’s Decision, n 386 164 Beuree, Harry - St. Margarets Bay Area: Contributions - Congratulations, n 387, app 388 195 SS Atlantic Sinking - Remembrance: Lower Prospect Residents - Efforts Recognize, n 468, app 469 207 Transportation and Public Works - Minister: Timberlea-Prospect Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Golf Game Accept, n 477 226 Transportation and Public Works - Pylons: Gravel/Pavement - Replace, n 529 232 Transportation and Public Works - Prospect Road: Priority - Residents Inform, n 534 250 Natural Resources - Prospect High Head: Volunteers - Commitment Congratulations, n 571, app 571 259 Hale, Derek: Accomplishments - Commend, n 577, app 578 278 Environment and Labour - Stasiulis, Sandy/Merlin-Walsh, Golda: Commitment - Thank, n 661, app 662 281 Sports - Timberlea Titans Football Club: Formation - Participants Congratulations, n 663, app 664 319 Natural Resources - Land Designation: Highland Park - Residents Congratulations, n 752, app 753 328 Transportation and Public Works - Timberlea-Prospect: Roads - Minister Upgrade, n 759 335 Economic Development/Tourism - Prospect Road: Destinations - Feature, n 825, app 825 368 Transportation and Public Works/Tourism and Culture - Swissair Memorial: Parking - Review, n 853 380 Transportation and Public Works - Route 376/Priority List: Pictou West Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Notify, n 862 391 Transportation and Public Works - Roads: Subdivision - Petition Process, 895 406 Beazley, Ken: Community Involvement - Congratulations, n 906, app 907 471 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 103 (Exit 3-Exit 5): Twinning - Time Frame, n 1075 474 Transportation and Public Works - Haliburton Heights: Roads Priority - Minister Explain, n 1077 490 Transportation and Public Works - Five Island Lake: Community Liaison Committee - Efforts Congratulations, n 1114 Estabrooks-Resolutions 84 HANSARD INDEX

501 Slow Learner - Terminology: Unparliamentary - Consider, n 1122 511 Milley, Ellen - Forum for Young Canadians: Selection - Congratulations, n 1190, app 1191 514 Transportation and Public Works - Haliburton Hills: Paving - Minister Inform, n 1193 538 Natural Resources - Land Control: Legislation - Introduce, n 1282 545 Transportation and Public Works - Hatchet Lake: Paving - Residents Inform, n 1287 592 Land Ownership (Non-Resident) - Voluntary Planning: Task Force - Expansion Congratulations, n 1393, app 1394 608 Transportation and Public Works - Swissair Memorial: Parking Safety - Participants Congratulations, n 1406, app 1407 621 Transportation and Public Works - Brookside: Paving Schedule - Residents Inform, n 1521 630 Sports - Halifax-St. Margarets Ringette: Teams - Participants Congratulations, n 1528, app 1528 701 MacKay, Wayne - Mount Allison University: President - Selection Congratulations, n 1787, app 1788 714 Sawatski, Barb - Prospect Road and Area Fire Department: Fire Chief - Selection Congratulations, n 1797, app 1797 734 National Day of Mourning for Canadian Workers (28/04/01): Workers - Remember, n 1937, app 1937 752 Transportation and Public Works - Highland Park: Paving Time Frame - Minister Confirm, n 1950 785 Rails to Trails: Beechville-Lakeside-Timberlea Volunteers - Congratulations, n 2063, app 2064 809 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 333 Upgrading: Time Frame - Minister Inform, n 2192 825 Sports - Soccer: Ault, Stephen/Volunteers - Thank, n 2205, app 2205 849 Waters, Thomas P. - Meritorious Service Medal Palm Leaf: Receipt - Congratulations, n 2329, app 2329 878 Education - Flemming, Mike (Halifax Regional School Board): Efforts - Congratulations, n 2424 886 Transportation and Public Works - St. Margarets Village: Paving Time Frame - Residents Inform, n 2430 904 Duggan, Richard/Jollimore, William - Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 153): Lifetime Membership Awards - Congratulations, n 2548, app 2548 944 Natural Resources - Prospect High Head: Protection - Participants Congratulations, n 2668, app 2668 955 Tourism and Culture - Lighthouse Route: Tourism Operators - Road Conditions Explain, n 2676 970 Transportation and Public Works - Hubley: Paving Time Frame - Minister Inform, n 2796 Estabrooks-Resolutions 85 HANSARD INDEX

1008 Transportation and Public Works - Prospect Residents: Paving Time Frame - Minister Inform, n 2923 1026 Ridgecliff Middle School/Tantallon Junior High School/Brookside Junior High School - School Trips: Safe Journey - Wishes Extend (by Mr. G. Steele), n 2999 1028 St. Margarets Bay Lions Club - Seeing Eye Dog Training: Fundraising - Congratulations (by Mr. H. Epstein), n 3001 1084 Transportation and Public Works - Terence Bay Road: Repair Time Frame - Minister Inform, n 3243 1098 Transportation and Public Works - Prospect Bay Road: Repair Time Frame - Minister Inform, n 3254 1131 Environment and Labour - Janitorial Strike: Mediator - Minister Appoint, n 3368 1141 Morash, Garvie - Retirement: Best Wishes - Convey, n 3376, app 3376 1152 St. Margarets Bay Regional Tourism Association - Beef Dinner/Auction: Fundraising - Success Congratulations, n 3462, app 3463 1196 Transportation and Public Works - McGraths Cove Roads: Improvement Timetable - Residents Inform, n 3524 1207 Lighthouse Day (Nova Scotia) - Organizers: Efforts - Congratulations, n 3532, app 3532 1251 Transportation and Public Works - Yankeetown Road Residents: Improvement Time Frame - Minister Inform, n 3688 1258 Transportation and Public Works - River Road (Terence Bay) Residents: Repair Time Frame - Minister Inform, n 3693 1276 Natural Resources - Prospect High Head: Information Session - Residents Congratulations (by Mr. H. Epstein), n 3751, app 3752 1279 Video Lottery Terminals (VLTs) - Referendum: Government House Leader - Free Vote Request, n 3753 1294 Natural Resources - Provincial Parks: Department’s Attention - Thank, n 3800, app 3800 1300 Barkhouse Doug/Jackson, Ron/Roberts, Dave - Richard Doubleday Memorial Award: Hockey Season (2000-01) - Congratulations, n 3805, app 3805 1344 Sports - Fastball: Prospect Road Leagues - Best Wishes Convey, n 3896, app 3896 1373 Transportation and Public Works - East Dover Road Residents: Improvement Time Frame - Minister Inform, n 3955 1383 Timberlea-Prospect - Cleanup Projects: Residents - Thank, n 3962, app 3963 1408 Terence Bay River Road - Community Cleanup: Residents/Coordinators - Congratulations, n 4023,app 4024 1419 Tourism and Culture: Tourism Operators - Thank, n 4032, app 4032 1441 Environment and Labour - Highway No. 103 Landfill: Cleanup Requirements - Minister Remind, n 4093 1447 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 333 Bridges: Repair Time Frame - Residents Inform, n 4097 1480 Government (Nova Scotia) - Roads: Tax Revenues - Commit, n 4231 1539 D-Day (06/06/44) - Veterans: Heroism - Thanks Offer, n 4343, app 4344 Estabrooks-Resolutions 86 HANSARD INDEX

1585 Pierlot, Caitlin/Tonner, Kelsey - Sir John A. Macdonald High School: Lieutenant Governor’s Medal - Congratulations, n 4460, app 4461 1592 Medic Alert Foundation: Anniversary (40th) - Congratulations, n 4466, app 4466 Supply Motion, 865-868 Education: Janitorial Strike - Brookside Junior High, 867 Timberlea-Prospect: Constituency - Businesses, 865 Transportation and Public Works: Prospect Road - Improve, 865 Tourism and Culture - Coffin Island Lighthouse: Importance - Recognize (Adj. motion), 1067 Transportation Amendments (2001) Act (Bill 21), 3722, 3rd 4131 Transportation and Public Works - Roads: Hamm Government - Attention Required (Adj. motion), 433 Estimates - Committee of the Whole House on Supply (res. 1), n 34, d 354, d 478, referred, 506 Etruscan Resources Inc./Mountain Lake Resources - Gold/Diamond: Explorations - Success Wish (res. 1209), n 3533, app 3534 Ettinger, Minna/Collins, Walter - Municipality of East Hants: Volunteer Awards - Congratulations (res. 1233), n 3641, app 3642 Eureka Fire Department - Ladies Auxiliary: Efforts - Applaud (res. 1388), n 4005 Eureka Fire Department: Members - Recognize (res. 1122), n 3361, app 3362 Executive Council - Lobbyists: Meetings - Reporting Policy, qu 1813 Executive Council - Municipal Property Tax: Promise Broken - Explain, qu 187 Executive Council - Pricing: Fairness - Ensure, qu 203 Executive Council - Water Quality: Glace Bay - Cleanup (res. 158), n 383 Expenditure Control Act - Exceed: Approval - Request (res. 1468), n 4222

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FAGE, Hon. Ernest (Cumberland North - PC) Adjournment of House (Rule 43): Natural Resources - Prince Colliery: Closure - Economic Impact, 3611 Agriculture - Food: Taxes - Minister Cease (Adj. motion), 1332 Bills Introduced 31 Agriculture Administration Amendment (2001) Act, 1st 1105, 2nd 3967, 3rd 4490, RA 4544 32 Livestock Health Services Act, 1st 1105, 2nd 3725, 3rd 4136, RA 4544 33 Scalers Act, 1st 1105, 2nd 3730, 3rd 4138, RA 4544 Natural Resources - Clear-Cutting: Action Plan - Minister Introduce (res. 947), 2978 Natural Resources - Prince Colliery: Closure - Economic Impact (Rule 43), 3611 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber: Agreement - Exemption Status (Adjournment of House [Rule 43]), 1739 Fage 87 HANSARD INDEX

Resolutions 148 Natural Resources - Prospect High Head: Nature Conservancy - Work Support, n 376, app 376 150 Murray, Robert - Cranberry Development (Nova Scotia): History - Congratulations, n 377, app 378 156 Sports - Figure Skating: Davidson, Alyssa/Whidden, Amanda - Commitment Recognize, n 382, app 383 174 Agriculture and Fisheries - Outlook 2001: Initiative - Recognize, n 452, app 452 186 TPF Factory Outlet (Amherst) - Star Choice Award: Owners - Congratulations, n 461, app 461 252 Natural Resources: Volunteers - Recognize, n 572, app 573 353 Natural Resources - National Wildlife Week (08-14/04/01): Recognize - Conservation Encourage, n 841, app 842 414 Nelson, Hiram and Kathleen - Wildlife Habitat: Land (Cole Harbour) - Donation Thank, n 980, app 980 556 Earth Day (22/04/01) - Events: Participation - Encourage, n 1354 572 Agriculture and Fisheries - Outlook 2001: Participants - Congratulations, n 1377 573 Cumberland County - Pins (10 Year): Recipients - Congratulations, n 1378 576 Agriculture and Fisheries - Canadian Partnership for Consumer Food Safety Education: Fight Bac! Program - Congratulations (by Hon. J. Muir), n 1381, app 1382 640 Chandler, E.B. Junior High School (Amherst) - Science Fair (2001): Winners/Finalists - Recognize, n 1535 688 Finck, Phillip - Association of Psychologists (Nova Scotia): President’s Award - Congratulations, n 1777, app 1778 745 Sports - Basketball: Amherst Bantam B Rebels - Success Congratulations, n 1945, app 1946 786 Sports - Figure Skating: Provincial Championships (2001) - Amherst Skating Club Congratulations, n 2064, app 2064 866 Aquaculture Association (Canada)/Nova Scotia Aquaculture Industry: Leadership - Recognize, n 2415, app 2416 883 TPF Factory Outlet (Amherst) - Star Choice Recognition: Owners/Manager - Congratulations, n 2428, app 2428 921 Natural Resources - National Forest Week (06-12/05/01): Resource - Importance Realize, n 2649, app 2650 925 Agriculture and Fisheries - Aquaculture Industries (Nova Scotia): Participants - Efforts Congratulations, n 2652, app 2653 951 Janes, Bob/Hopper, Bill - Amherst Rotary Club: Honours - Recognize, n 2673, app 2673 1013 LeBlanc, Cathy - Realty World Atlantic: Sales Rating - Congratulations, n 2927, app 2928 1055 Arbour Day (10/05/01) - Events: Participation - Encourage, n 3217 1060 Amherst - Volunteer Reception (2001): Honourees - Congratulations, n 3219 1104 Sports - Gymnastics: Amherst Aerials - Gymnasts Recognize, n 3347 Fage-Resolutions 88 HANSARD INDEX

1105 Amherst St. John Ambulance - Cadet First Aid Competition: Placement - Congratulations, n 3347 1113 Natural Resources - Geology: Prospectors/Explorationists - Support (by Hon. G. Balser), n 3354, app 3355 1181 Swinden, Scott - Geological Association of Canada: Duncan R. Derry Medal - Congratulations, n 3512, app 3512 1183 Donohoe, Howard - Geological Association of Canada: E.R. Ward Neale Medal - Congratulations, n 3513, app 3514 1330 Nova Scotia Agricultural College (NSAC): University Day (25/05/01) - Recognize (by Hon. J. Muir), n 3885, app 3886 1430 Wildlife Carvers and Artists Association (Nova Scotia) - Competition and Show: Participants - Congratulations, n 4083, app 4084 1450 Izaak Walton Killam-Grace Telethon - Amherst Superstore: Survivor Weekend - Participants Congratulations, n 4100, app 4100 Scalers Act (Bill 33), 3730, app 3731 Fairbanks Centre (Shubie Park) - Funding: Commitment - Revisit, 87 Fairfax, Mrs. Sarah - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (res. 1498), n 4311 Family: Support - Thank, 18 Family Violence: Civic Addressing Project - Implementation, 14 Fame - Production: Halifax West High School - Student/Staff Congratulations (res. 1036), n 3006 Farquhar, Nicholas: Bravery Award - Congratulations (res. 1421), n 4033, app 4034 Federal Superannuates National Association: Executive Appointments - Congratulations (res. 1019), n 2994 Federal Youth Incentive Plan - Exchange Trip: 18 Dartmouth Lions Air Cadet Squad - Congratulations (res. 324), n 756, app 757 Feltmate, Phil - Canso: Volunteer of the Year - Congratulations (res. 877), n 2423, app 2424 Finance: Accountability - Importance, 357 Finance - Anti-Smoking Program: Funding - Details, qu 1032 Finance - Archibald Moody Corporation (AMC): Financial Measures (2001) Act - Consultation, qu 914 Finance - Blended Sales Tax (BST): Removal - Time Frame, qu 2828 Finance - Blended Sales Tax (BST): Withdraw - Replace (res. 954), n 2675 Finance: Bracket Creep - Address, 500 Finance - Bracket Creep: Minister - End (res. 402), n 903 Finance - Bracket Creep: Tax Raise - Minister Recognize (Adj. motion), 3774 Finance: Budget - Balancing, 75 Finance - Budget: Balancing - Time Frame (res. 16), 47 Finance - Budget: Spending - Details, 357 Finance - Budget (2000-01): Deficit Contributions (Government [Canada]) - Minister Paul Martin Thank (res. 111), n 263 Finance - Budget (2000-01): Information - Backbench Possession Explain, qu 292, qu 317 Finance - Budget (2000-01): Lock-up (One) - Minister Consider (res. 120), n 270 Finance 89 HANSARD INDEX

Finance - Budget (2001): Health, Education and Jobs - Priority (res. 46), n 104 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Agriculture Cuts - Mistakes Explain (res. 200), n 472 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Content - Official Opposition Review (res. 177), n 454 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Debt - Premier Misinformation, qu 2360 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Fiscal Management - Factors, qu 391 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Health - Long-Term Care Beds Number, qu 394 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Health Allotment - Adequacy, qu 587 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Message - Define, qu 390 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Museums - Cutbacks, qu 1036 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Revenues - Disclose, qu 389 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Rural Roads - Problems Coverage (res. 196), n 469 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Schools - Safety Priority, qu 397 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Tax Cuts - Time Frame, qu 578 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Windfall - Mismanagement, qu 392 Finance - Budget (2002-03): Balance - Achieved, 355 Finance - Cabot Trail: Upgrade - Windfall Employ (res. 188), n 462 Finance - Canadian Taxpayers Federation: Income Tax - Increase Admit, qu 2447 Finance - Casino (Sydney): Charities - Cutbacks Rationale, qu 1224 Finance - Casino (Sydney): Charities - Cutbacks Restore, qu 3654, qu 3655 Finance - Casino (Sydney): Charities - Cutbacks Restore (res. 1345), n 3896 Finance - Casino (Sydney): Charity Donation Reduction - Supporters Decry (res. 1593), n 4466 Finance - Casino (Sydney): Funding - Restore (res. 587), n 1390 Finance - Concern: Premier - Explain, qu 5652 Finance - Debt: Minister - Control Lack (res. 224), n 528 Finance - Debt: Mismanagement - Premier/Cabinet Responsibility (res. 784), n 2062 Finance - Debt Crisis: Minister - Admonish (res. 329), n 759 Finance - Debt (Nova Scotia): Growth - Continuation, qu 1208 Finance - Debt (Nova Scotia): Mismanagement - Premier/Cabinet (res. 509), n 1188 Finance - Debt (Nova Scotia): Payment Plan - Premier Confirm, qu 1140 Finance - Debt (Nova Scotia): Payment Schedule - Explain, qu 1126 Finance - Debt (Nova Scotia): Surpluses - Allocation, qu 1128 Finance - Debt Reduction: Minister - Method (res. 315), n 749, d 1247 Finance - Debt Servicing, 27 Finance: Debt - Status, 1369 Finance: Surplus - Projections, 1369 Finance - Debt-Servicing: Costs - Forecasting, 358 Finance: Deficit (2000-01) - Status, 356 Finance - Election Promise: Breach - Explain, qu 589 Finance - Equalization Payments: Accuracy - Minister Explain, qu 3919 Finance - Equalization Payments: Shortage ($88 million) - Minister’s Information, qu 3831 Finance: Estimates - Details, 357 Finance: Fiscal Management - Aims, 358 Finance: Fiscal Stability - Imminence, 356 Finance 90 HANSARD INDEX

Finance: Fiscal Target - Status, 355 Finance - Foreign Currency: Exposure - Reduction, 1371 Finance: Gasoline Prices - Action, qu 1203 Finance: Health Information System - Costs, qu 190 Finance - Income Tax: Decoupling - Revenue Amount, qu 1082 Finance - Income Taxes: Rise - Bracket Creep/User Fees (Adj. motion), 792 Finance - Indexation: Premier - Commit, qu 1550 Finance: Investments - Strategy, 498 Finance: Minister - Accountability, 505 Finance - Minister: Income Tax Increase - Recognize, qu 3904 Finance - Minister: Investments - Decisions, 491 Finance - Minister: Revenue - Mismanagement, 492 Finance - Minister: Squandering - Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) Recognize (res. 88), n 178 Finance - Minister: Surplus Management Strategy - Status, qu 702 Finance - Monies Collected: Freedom of Information (FOI) Request - Details Explain, qu 3827 Finance - Native Service Stations: Gasoline Prices - Inequity, qu 1043 Finance - Nova Scotia Film Development Corporation: Funding - Cuts Explain, qu 1042 Finance: Registry of Deeds - Fees, 500 Finance - Revenue Estimate: Minister Table/Budget Measures - Withdraw (res. 344), n 832 Finance - Revenue: Gains - Status, 357 Finance - Premier/Minister: Tax Increases - Admit (res. 1598), n 4470, app 4470 Finance - Seniors: Tax Rebates/Property Tax - Increases Correlate, qu 4246 Finance - Smoking Cessation: Teenage Program - Revenue Invest (res. 884), n 2428 Finance - Spousal Tax Credit: Revenue - Amounts, qu 1207 Finance - Stewardship: Minister’s Control - Loss Explain, qu 4366 Finance - Tax: Increases - New Democratic Party (NDP) Expose, 76 Finance - Tax System: Banks/Corporations - Payment Equity Ensure (res. 1288), n 3795 Finance - Tax System: Corporations/Financial Institutions - Pay Equity Ensure (res. 1274), n 3750 Finance - Tax System: Review - Report Inclusion, 362 Finance - Taxes: Increases Cease - Indexation Expand, qu 1803 Finance - Taxes/User Fees: Details - Provide, qu 4357 Finance - Taxes/User Fees: New - List Table, qu 1129 Finance - Taxes/User Fees: Rise - Election Promises Contravention (Adj. motion), 1153 Finance - Tobacco Smuggling: Fine Reduction - Explain, qu 911, qu 1027 Finance - Tobacco Smuggling: Government (Nova Scotia) - Stance (Adj. motion), 2506 Finance - Tobacco Tax: Increase - Goals, 364 Finance - Tobacco Tax: Increases - Details, 501 Finance - Transfer Payments: Province (Nova Scotia) - Reliance, qu 4254 Finance - Transfer Payments: Revenue Projections - Shortfall, qu 3760 Finance - Unemployment Levels: Northern Region - Minister’s Awareness, qu 2448 Finance - User Fees: Premier - Stop, qu 310 Finance: User Fees - Revenue, 499 Finance 91 HANSARD INDEX

Finance - Voluntary Planning Task Force: Recommendations - Legislation Introduce, qu 2943 Finance Minister (Canada) - Message: Premier/Finance Minister (Nova Scotia) - Heed (res. 564), n 1361 Financial Measures (2001) Act (Bill 11), 1st 452, 2nd 619, 876, 951 Financial Measures (2001) Act (Bill 30), 1st 1073, 2nd 1162, 1335, 1407, 1555, 1631, 1818, 1896, 1952, 1958, neg. 1959, 2071, 2228, 2295, 2456, 3rd 4057, RA 4544 Finck, Phillip - Association of Psychologists (Nova Scotia): President’s Award - Congratulations (res. 688), n 1777, app 1778 Fire and Emergency Services - Members: Service - Salute (res. 1524), n 4331, app 4331 Fire Prevention Act: Select Committee - Review, 15 Fire Safety Act (New) - Lack: Public Safety - Effects (Adj. motion), 3492 Firefighters (Volunteer) - Baker Settlement: Incident - Response Congratulations (res. 828), n 2207, app 2208 Firefighters: Volunteer - Commend, 1322 Firefighters (Volunteer) - Community: Contribution - Recognize (res. 708), n 1792, app 1793 First Parrsboro Scout Troop: Efforts - Applaud (res. 1604), n 4548 Fisher, Mary - Mulgrave Road Theatre: Role - Recognize (res. 441), n 1004, app 1004 Fishermens Memorial Hospital Gift Shoppe - Anniversary (25th): Fundraising - Congratulations (res. 710), n 1794, app 1794 Fishermens Memorial Hospital - Auxiliary: Anniversary (25th) - Congratulations (res. 522), n 1198, app 1199 Fishing and Outdoor Expo (New Glasgow) - Pictou County Rivers Association: Members - Thank (res. 306), n 683, app 683 Fitzgerald, Brian - Brew Pub: Opening - Congratulations (res. 249), n 570, app 570 Fitzgerald, Mike - Service (25 years): Multicultural Association of Nova Scotia - Congratulations (res. 82), n 174, app 175 Florence Fire Department: Anniversary (40th) - Congratulations (res. 1442), n 4093, app 4094 Fordham, Arthur (Assistant Clerk): Anniversary (10th) - Congratulations (res. 1018), n 2994 Forests Act (Bill 66), 1st 4335 Forshay, Mary - Registered Nurses Association of Nova Scotia (RNANS): Honorary Life Membership - Congratulations (res. 1282), n 3786 Fossils of Fundy - Web Site: Participants - Applaud (res. 552), n 1351 Foster, Oren - World War II Soldiers: Film - Applaud (res. 1560), n 4442 Fougere, Rose Marie - Richmond County: Volunteer of the Year - Congratulations (res. 543), n 1285, app 1286 Franklin, Josie - Birthday (90th): Congratulations - Spirit Applaud (res. 888), n 2431, app 2432 Fraser Holmes Memorial Pipe Band (Pictou) - State of Virginia Tattoo: Participation - Congratulations (res. 681), n 1770 Fraser, Ruth and Cyril - Eureka Fire Department: Certificate of Appreciation - Congratulations (res. 1346), n 3897, app 3898 Fraser, Sarah/Williams, Blair/Noseworthy, Graham - Kimberly-Clark Foundation: Scholarships - Congratulations (res. 1391), n 4006 Fraser, Scott - Auto Racing: Iowa 300 - Best Wishes Convey (res. 737), n 1939, app 1940 Fraser, Scott 92 HANSARD INDEX

Fraser, Scott - Stock Car Racing: Best Wishes - Convey (res. 537), n 1281, app 1282 Fraser, Scott: Stock Car Racing - Support (res. 601), n 1401, app 1401 Fredericks, Lila - Retirement: Best Wishes - Extend (res. 1220), n 3631, app 3632 Freedom of Information - Importance, 133 Freedom Foundation - Renovations: Participants - Thank (res. 221), n 526, app 527 FREEMAN, The Honourable Myra A., Lieutenant Governor (Nova Scotia) Arrival to Open Session, 1 Speech from the Throne, 2-17 Friedenberg, Edgar: Death of - Tribute, 31 Friends of McNabs Island Society - Beach Sweep: Co-Sponsors - Congratulations (res. 1367), n 3950, app 3951 Fruit Growers’ Association (Nova Scotia): Dessert Contest Winners - Congratulations (res. 1106), n 3348 Fuller, Catherine Ann - Strait-Highland Regional Development Association: Interim Director - Appointment Congratulations (res. 1027), n 3000 Fulmore, David and Velma - PharmaChoice: Reopening - Congratulations (res. 287), n 668, app 669 Fundamental Tax Reform Committee Act (Bill 50), 1st 2540, 2nd 3579 Furneaux, Karen - Canadian Paddling Team Trials: Showing - Congratulations (res. 1234), n 3642, app 3642 Furneaux, Karen - Paddling: Gold Medals - Congratulations (res. 486), n 1112, app 1112

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Galarneau, Johanne - Student Leadership/Advocacy: Dedication - Congratulations (res. 653), n 1661, app 1662 Galbraith, Margaret - Girl Guides: Provincial Commissioner - Appointment Congratulations (res. 946), n 2669, app 2670 Gamblin, Matt - Basketball: Nova Scotia Midget Provincial Team - Selection Congratulations (res. 1311), n 3869 Gamblin, Matt - Basketball: Nova Scotia Midget Provincial Team - Selection Congratulations (res. 1427), n 4079 Gaming - Plebiscite: Minister - Support, qu 3542 Garron, Robert - Royal Canadian Legion: Zone Commander - Election Congratulations (res. 282), n 664, app 665 Gasoline and Diesel Oil Fair-marketing Practices Act (Bill 48), 1st 2417 Gaudet 93 HANSARD INDEX

GAUDET, Mr. Wayne (Clare - L) Address in Reply, 231-239 Campaign for Fairness, 238 Cape Breton North Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Election - Congratulations, 231 Cape Breton Nova Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Speedy Recovery - Wish, 232 Education: Clare - Discord, 235 Education: Loan Remission Program - Omission, 236 Education: Resources - Provide, 235 Government (Nova Scotia) - Accountability, 237 Government (Nova Scotia): Finances - Status, 237 Government (Nova Scotia) - Promises: Fulfillment - Measure, 232 Halifax Fairview Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Election - Congratulations, 231 Health: Plan - Lack, 236 International Year of Volunteers, 236 Liberal Caucus - Role, 238 Liberal Party - Alternatives, 238 Liberal Party - Status, 231 New Democratic Party (NDP) - Official Opposition: Status - Congratulations, 231 Offshore Development - Speech from the Throne: Vision - Lack, 236 Premier/Cabinet: Mandate - Fulfillment, 233 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Equalization Program - Clarify, 236 Speech from the Throne - Déjà vu, 235 Speech from the Throne: Initiatives - Reannouncements, 236 Speech from the Throne - Nova Scotia: Progress - Measure, 232 Speech from the Throne (2000): Commitments - Update, 233 District of Barrington Health Professionals Assistance Act (Bill 54), 4408 Education - Janitorial Strike: Student Safety - Ensure (res. 373), 1246 Financial Measures (2001) Act (Bill 30), 1420; amdt. moved “bill be read six months hence”, 1430, 2103 Government Restructuring (2001) Act (Bill 20), 2473, 3149, 3164, 3439 House of Assembly - Legislators: Female - Numbers Increase (Adj. motion), 2399 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber: Agreement - Exemption Status (Adjournment of House [Rule 43]), 1743 Provincial Sovereignty Act (Bill 38), 2966 Questions (Oral) Devco - Prince Mine Closure: Cape Breton Economy - Effects, 3645 Economic Development - Georges Bank: Moratorium - Status, 708 Education - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Funding (Extra) - Teachers Retain, 1686 Education - Elmsdale School: Equipment Removal - Minister Stop, 302 Gaudet-Resolutions 94 HANSARD INDEX

Education - Government Promises: Abandonment - Explain, 1537 Education - Knowledge House: E-Learning Contract - Details, 3648 Education: Post-Secondary - Plan, 1799 Education - Rural Libraries: Funding Reduction - Effect, 3911 Education - School Board Management: Evaluation - Time Frame, 3476 Education - School Closures: Education Act - Compliance, 3474 Education - School Closures: Tory Ridings - Protection Explain, 1204 Education - West Kings District High School: Funding - Fire Marshal Impetus, 1088 Emergency Measures Organization (EMO) - District Health Authority: Budget Cuts - Rural Emergency Services Effect, 4257 Environment and Labour - Janitorial Strike Mediation: Nova Scotia Union of Public Employees (NSUPE) Request - Minister Confirm, 2934 Environment and Labour - Sydney Tar Ponds/Coke Ovens: Residents - Relocate, 2932 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Debt - Premier Misinformation, 2360 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Message - Define, 390 Health - Care: System - Political Involvement, 2341 Health - District Health Authorities: Plan - Details, 3024 Health - District Health Authority No. 2: Budget Process - Time Frame, 3545 Health - Nursing Strategy: Attitude - Explain, 585 Health - Physician Recruitment: Grants Provision - Municipalities Identify, 4356 Health: Physician Recruitment - Municipalities Involvement, 4354 Health - Physician Recruitment Policy: Municipalities - Approval Confirm, 4245 Health - Western Regional Health Board: Administrative Positions - Addition Explain, 2213 Justice - Freedom of Information Act: Information - Release Policy, 917 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber: Exports - Details, 584 Nova Scotia Liquor Commission (NSLC) - Pharmacies: Policy - Premier Unaware, 2945 Petroleum Directorate - Laurentian Basin: Boundary Dispute - Contingency Plan, 3755 Petroleum Directorate - Laurentian Sub-Basin: Economic Growth - Plan Details, 3813 Petroleum Directorate - Offshore Development: Safety - Assurances, 692 Premier - Nurses: Respect Show - Demands Listen, 4361 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Equalization Plan: Income Tax Base - Consideration, 295 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Municipal Equalization Plan: Rejection - Alternatives, 188 Resolutions 47 Women, Status of - Warner, Rita (Chair): Election - Congratulations, n 105, app 106 66 Cape Breton North/Halifax Fairview - By-Elections: Members Elected - Congratulations, n 119, app 119 155 Sports - Hockey: Clare Acadiens - Performance Congratulations, n 381, app 382 176 Health - Long-Term Care: Downloading - Cease, n 453 210 Credit Union Central (Nova Scotia): Staff/Board Members - Congratulations, n 518, app 519 Gaudet-Resolutions 95 HANSARD INDEX

236 Education - Harbourview Elementary School: Dental Clinic - Resume, n 560 257 Education - School Boards: Budget (2001-02) Impact - Minister Ascertain, n 576 339 Education - Funding (Long-Term): Plan - Reveal, n 828 371 Celluci, Hon. Paul - Ambassador (Canada): Appointment - Congratulations, n 856, app 856 385 Rochefort, Nathalie - Montreal Mercier: By-Election - Victory Congratulations, n 890, app 890 405 Sports - Hockey: Clare Acadiens - Championship Congratulations, n 905, app 906 428 Education - Collège de l’Acadie: Budget - Explain, n 994 434 Education - Capital Grants: Funding - Provide, n 998 479 Volunteers - Nova Scotia: Efforts - Thank, n 1106, app 1107 517 Sweeney, Edna - Clare/Yarmouth Community: Contribution - Recognize, n 1195, app 1195 558 Baie en Joie - Dance Festival: Trophies - Congratulations, n 1356, app 1357 581 Liberal Party (Nova Scotia) - Annual Meeting: Volunteers - Congratulations, n 1385, app 1386 595 Saulnier, Darlene - Clare: Volunteer of the Year - Congratulations, n 1396, app 1397 615 Environment and Labour - St. Mary’s Education Centre: Water Supply - Safety Ensure, n 1517 616 Clare Acadiens - Peewee A Team: SEDMHA Tournament - Victory Congratulations, n 1517, app 1518 631 Club Acadiens - Atom A Team: SEDMHA Tournament - Victory Congratulations, n 1528, app 1529 652 Sports - Curling: Colleen Jones Team - Return Welcome, n 1660, app 1661 655 MacDonald, Helen - Nova Scotia: Dedication - Recognize, n 1663, app 1663 722 Education - Post-Secondary: Tuition - Rates Freeze, n 1928 767 Dexter, Darrell (Member of the Legislative Assembly [MLA] Dartmouth-Cole Harbour) - New Democratic Party (NDP): Leader - Election Congratulations, n 2050, app 2050 802 Haynes, Denise - Racquetball: Performance - Congratulations, n 2186, app 2187 817 Haynes, Marcel - Racquetball: Performance - Congratulations, n 2198, app 2199 838 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber Meetings: Premier - Experts Accompany, n 2321 895 LaPierre, Dr. Louis - l’Université Sainte-Anne: Honorary Degree - Congratulations, n 2541, app 2541 931 Gosse, Grace Elizabeth - Death of: Family - Condolences Send, n 2658, app 2658 997 Westray Mine Disaster - Victims: One Minute Silence - Observe, n 2915, app 2915 1019 Federal Superannuates National Association: Executive Appointments - Congratulations, n 2994 1054 Government (Canada) - Nova Scotia Offshore Benefits: Commitment - Honour, n 3022 1068 Yarmouth - Transportation: Links - Develop, n 3231, app 3232 Gaudet-Resolutions 96 HANSARD INDEX

1118 Dugas, Giselle - Université Sainte-Anne: Governor-General’s Medal - Congratulations, n 3358, app 3359 1185 Nova Scotia Teachers Union (NSTU): Annual Council (80th) - Congratulations, n 3515, app 3515 1222 Cole Harbour-Eastern Passage Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA)/Spouse: Baby - Birth Congratulations, n 3632, app 3633 1249 Black Cultural Centre - Remembering Black Loyalists/Black Communities: Sponsors/Organizers - Congratulations, n 3686, app 3687 1268 MacKinnon, Marion Honora - University College of Cape Breton (UCCB): Honorary Degree - Congratulations, n 3745, app 3746 1289 Archery Tournament (Atlantic Indoor Regional): Participants/Organizers - Congratulations, n 3796, app 3796 1333 Port Acadie - Université Sainte-Anne: Editors/Sponsors - Commend, n 3887, app 3888 1397 Lamothe, Guillaume - Canadian Parents for French: Public Speaking Competition - Achievement Congratulations, n 4014, app 4015 1434 Scotia Festival of Music: Director/Volunteers - Congratulations, n 4087, app 4087 1472 Nova Scotia Export Achievement Award: Winners - Congratulations, n 4225, app 4226 1532 Government (Nova Scotia) - Head Injury Prevention: Legislation - Introduce, n 4338 1574 Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Festival: President/Board of Directors/Volunteers - Congratulations, n 4452, app 4452 1594 Sheppard, David - Legislative Page: Dedication/Service - Thank, n 4467, app 4468 Teachers’ Collective Bargaining Act (Bill 15), 3697, 4126 George Bissett Elementary School - Playground: Contributors - Commend (res. 1230), n 3638, app 3639 Giles, Steve: Achievements - Celebrate, 2 Gillespie, Brian and Thelma: Anniversary (50th) - Congratulations (res. 374), n 858, app 858 Gillott, Gregory James - Death of: Friends/Family/Co-Workers - Condolences Express (res. 1005), n 2921, app 2922 Girl Guides - Pictou County: Contributions - Commend (res. 1058), n 3218 Glace Bay: Emergency Water System - Remedy (res. 13), n 45 Glace Bay - Residents: Government (Nova Scotia) - Assist (res. 882), n 2427, app 2427 Glace Bay Shoe Store - Establishment: Owner/Managers - Congratulations (res. 570), n 1365, app 1366 Glasgow, Mrs. Elsie - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (res. 1508), n 4316 Glasgow, Mrs. Pearl - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (res. 1505), n 4315 Glen Haven Manor: Volunteers - Congratulations (res. 978), n 2802, app 2803 Globalization, 872 Globalization - Cultural, 872 Globalization - Economic, 873 Globalization - Impacts, 875 Globalization 97 HANSARD INDEX

Globalization - Political, 873 Globalization - Religious, 872 Goldbloom, Dr. Ruth - Nova Scotia College of Art and Design (NSCAD): Honorary Degree - Congratulations (res. 172), n 450, app 451 Goldbloom, Dr. Ruth - Nova Scotia College of Art and Design (NSCAD): Honorary Degree - Congratulations (res. 750), n 1949, app 1950 Golden Opportunities Vocational Rehabilitation Centre (GOVRC) - Workshop: Participants - Congratulations (res. 1556), n 4439 Gosse, Grace Elizabeth - Death of: Family - Condolences Send (res. 931), n 2658, app 2658 Goucher, Peter - Cornwallis District High School: Principal - Work Congratulations (res. 1554), n 4438 Government (British Columbia) Liberal/Premier-Elect - Election: Victory - Congratulations (res. 1225), n 3635 Government (Canada) - Dartmouth: Downtown - Presence Retain (res. 1056), n 3217 Government (Canada)/East Coast Premiers/New England Governors - Georges Bank: United States Drilling Moratorium - Confirm (res. 1387), n 3965 Government (Canada) - Harbours: Public Domain - Removal Oppose (res. 1150), n 3460, app 3461 Government (Canada) - Nova Scotia Offshore Benefits: Commitment - Honour (res. 2), n 34, app 35 Government (Canada) - Nova Scotia Offshore Benefits: Commitment - Honour (res. 1054), n 3022 Government (Canada) - Sea Kings: Contract - Details (res. 1362), n 3946, app 3947 Government (Canada): Transfers - Amount, 136 Government (Nova Scotia) - Accountability, 237 Government (Nova Scotia): Accountability - Practice, 70 Government (Nova Scotia) - Actions: New Democratic Party (NDP) - Suggestions, 73 Government (Nova Scotia) - Agencies, Boards and Commissions: Accountability - Improve, 15 Government (Nova Scotia): Balanced Budget - 2002-03, 15 Government (Nova Scotia) - Budget: Balance - Promises, 502 Government (Nova Scotia): Budgets - Recapping, 479 Government (Nova Scotia): Canadian Association of Journalists Code of Silence Award - Congratulations (res. 193), n 467 Government (Nova Scotia) - Cape Breton: Economic Strategy - Develop (res. 1221), n 3632 Government (Nova Scotia): Child Poverty - Eliminate (petition), 375 Government (Nova Scotia): Children - Programs and Benefits, 3 Government (Nova Scotia) - Control: Finance Minister - Admission Confirm (res. 1484), n 4234 Government (Nova Scotia) - Critique, 1368 Government (Nova Scotia): Debt - Increases, 491, 501 Government (Nova Scotia) - Debt: Increases - Amount, 492, 505 Government (Nova Scotia) - Debt: Reduction - Failure, 502 Government (Nova Scotia) - Debt Servicing: Costs - Details, 496 Government (Nova Scotia) - Debt/Deficit: Paydown - Choices, 503 Government (Nova Scotia): Decisions - Impact, 3 Government (Nova Scotia) - Deficit and Debt, 15 Government (Nova Scotia) - Departments: Spending - Auditor General’s Report, 499 Government (Nova Scotia): Economy: Leadership - Demonstrate, 9 Government (Nova Scotia) 98 HANSARD INDEX

Government (Nova Scotia) - Election: Commitments - Honour, 73 Government (Nova Scotia) - Election: Promises - Fulfillment, 479 Government (Nova Scotia): Finances - Status, 237 Government (Nova Scotia): Fire Prevention Act - Re-introduce (res. 1147), n 3458 Government (Nova Scotia) - Funding: Federal - Amounts, 496 Government (Nova Scotia) - Funding: Federal - Requests, 495 Government (Nova Scotia) - Funding: Federal - Windfall, 491, 493, 603 Government (Nova Scotia) - Glace Bay: Water Situation - Correct (res. 251), n 571 Government (Nova Scotia) - Halifax: Inner-City - Initiatives, 1144 Government (Nova Scotia) - Head Injury Prevention: Legislation - Introduce (res. 1532), n 4338 Government (Nova Scotia) - Janitorial Strike: Responsibility - Abdication, 1145 Government (Nova Scotia) - Mismanagement: Finance Minister - Fault Acknowledge (res. 56), n 112 Government (Nova Scotia) - Municipal/Provincial Relations: Platform - Commitment Keep (res. 74), n 125, d 320 Government (Nova Scotia) - Natural Gas: Distribution Policy - Errors Admit (res. 1576), n 4453 Government (Nova Scotia): Nova Scotia Skills Agenda - Launch, 9 Government (Nova Scotia): Opportunities - Creation, 19 Government (Nova Scotia) - Policies: Premier - Familiarize (res. 1021), n 2995 Government (Nova Scotia) - Policies: Seniors - Impact, 500 Government (Nova Scotia): Policymaking - Genesis, 479 Government (Nova Scotia) - Political Ads: Cessation - Promise Breach, 143 Government (Nova Scotia) - Priorities, 371 Government (Nova Scotia) - Program Cuts: Results - Measurement, 74 Government (Nova Scotia) - Promises: Fulfillment - Measure, 232 Government (Nova Scotia): Property Tax Base - Downloading, 76 Government (Nova Scotia): Revenue - Projections, 487 Government (Nova Scotia) - Roads: Increased Tax Revenues - Commit (Adj. motion), 4420 Government (Nova Scotia) - Roads: Tax Revenues - Commit (res. 1480), n 4231 Government (Nova Scotia): Rural Nova Scotia - Abandonment, 29 Government (Nova Scotia): Rural Nova Scotia - Abandonment (Adj. motion), 1623 Government (Nova Scotia): Skills Strategy - Development, 360 Government (Nova Scotia) - Scooters: Helmet Usage - Legislation Introduce (res. 1153), n 3463 Government (Nova Scotia) - Social Agencies: Grants - Accountability, 16 Government (Nova Scotia) - Social Assistance/University Education: Policy - Rethink, 1145 Government (Nova Scotia) - Social Planning: Policy - Lack, 1142 Government (Nova Scotia): Telecommunications: Access - Enhancement, 9 Government (Nova Scotia) - Trade Mission: Georgia - Greetings Send (res. 1099), n 3254, app 3255 Government (Nova Scotia) 99 HANSARD INDEX

Government (Nova Scotia) - User Fees: Increase - Condemn (res. 1266), n 3744 Government Restructuring (2001) Act (Bill 20), 1st 746, 2nd 2457, 2516, 2556, amdt. 2678, 2700, 2809, 2836, 2879, 3042, 3164, 3258, 3377, 3rd 4035, RA 4544 Governments (Federal/Provincial) - Government (Municipal): Infrastructure - Funding Assist (res.1262), n 3741 Governments (Liberal/Progressive Conservative) - Cape Breton: Sustainability - Failure Condemn (res. 1117), n 3358 Governments (Liberal/Progressive Conservative) - Petrochemical Industry Policies: Institution - Failure Condemn (res. 1120), n 3360 Gracie, John: Accomplishments/Talent - Acknowledge (res. 44), n 67, app 68 Grant, Ruth - Municipality of East Hants: Honour - Congratulations (res. 1224), n 3634, app 3634 Great Village and District Fire Brigade - Anniversary (75th): Chief/Members - Congratulations (res. 313), n 748, app 748 Greekfest - Saint George’s Greek Orthodox Church/Congregation: Staging - Congratulations (res. 1410), n 4024, app 4025 Green, Marie: Tom Miller Award - Congratulations (res. 503), n 1124, app 1124 Green, Marie: Tom Miller Human Rights Award - Congratulations (res. 470), n 1074, app 1075 Green, Peggy - President: Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation - Appointment Congratulations (res. 1167), n 3501 Greenwood Military Aviation Museum - Attractions Canada: Recognition - Congratulations (res. 712), n 1795, app 1796 Grit Gravy Train - Government (Canada): Work Tendering - Equity (res. 1169), n 3502 Guinan, Alan and Tomas - Eskimo Bob Cartoon: Success - Congratulations (res. 1456), n 4104, app 4105

H

Hadfield, Chris - Mission: Accomplishment - Congratulations (res. 663), n 1669, app 1670 Hale, Derek: Accomplishments - Commend (res. 259), n 577, app 578 Halifax Corresponding Committee Act (Bill 57), 1st 3629, 2nd 3695, 3rd 4142, RA 4545 Halifax-Dartmouth Bridge Commission (report tabled), 2414 Halifax Education Foundation - Bucks for Books Campaign: Fundraising - Volunteers Congratulations (res. 1454), n 4103, app 4103 Halifax Explosion - Survivors: Pension Benefits Restoration - Efforts Applaud (res. 984), n 2806, app 2807 Halifax Fairview - By-Election Success: Chisholm, Robert - Credit, 77 Halifax Fairview - By-Election Success: MacDonald, Helen - Credit, 77 Halifax Fairview - Campaign: Participants - Thank, 96 Halifax Fairview - Constituency, 97 Halifax Fairview - Constituency - Issues, 98 Halifax Fairview - Electors: Gratitude - Extend, 95 Halifax Fairview MLA 100 HANSARD INDEX

Halifax Fairview Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Election - Congratulations, 24, 231 Halifax Fairview Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Election: Victory - Congratulations, 89 Halifax Fairview - Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) (Graham Steele): Welcome - Extend, 2 Halifax Fairview Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs): Predecessors - Thank, 95 Halifax Fairview: Municipal Issues - Concerns, 128 Halifax Fairview - Municipal Issues: Constituents - Concerns, 134 Halifax Fairview: Winter Campaign - Benefits, 97 Halifax International Airport Authority - Board of Directors: Collective Bargaining Process - Follow (res. 812), n 2194 Halifax International Airport Authority - Negotiations: Government (Nova Scotia) - Return Direct (res. 707), n 1791 Halifax Regional Library - Virtual Branch: Initiative - Commend (res. 215), n 522, app 522 Halifax Regional Municipality: Support - Thank, 21 Halifax Regional School Board - Cape Breton West Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Apologies/Resignation - Offer (res. 568), n 1364 Halifax Regional School Board: Public Relations Campaign - Forgo (res. 695), n 1783 Halifax Seed Company - Anniversary (135th): Tregunno Family/Staff - Congratulations (res. 823), n 2203, app 2203 Halifax West High School - Music Group: Lincoln Centre Performance - Congratulations (res. 902), n 2546, app 2547 Hamilton, Sylvia - Dalhousie University: Honorary Degree - Congratulations (res. 1238), n 3674 Hamilton, Sylvia - Nancy’s Chair in Women’s Studies (Mount Saint Vincent University [MSVU]): Appointment - Congratulations (res. 481), n 1108, app 1108 Hamm, Jim/Shriners: Tribute - Congratulations (res. 1160), n 3468, app 3469 HAMM, Hon. John (Pictou Centre - PC) (The Premier) Ministerial Statement Natural Resources - Softwood Industry: Maritime Accord - Government (Canadian) Renew, 448 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber: Agreement - Exemption Status (Adjournment of House [Rule 43]), 1747 Resolutions 2 Government (Canada) - Nova Scotia Offshore Benefits: Commitment - Honour, n 34, app 35 3 Striking Committee - Appointment, n 35, app 36 78 Manuel, Doris Juanita - Service: Government (Nova Scotia) - Thank, n 171, app 171 260 Miles, Johnny - Boston Marathon Win: Anniversary (75th) - Congratulations, n 647, app 647 352 Sports - Curling: Colleen Jones Team - World Championships Congratulations, n 840, app 841 355 Ile Haute - Wilderness Designation: Cumberland-Colchester Member of Parliament (MP)/Cumberland South Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Efforts Support, n 843, app 844 Hamm-Resolutions 101 HANSARD INDEX

477 VIA Rail - Derailment (Stewiacke): Residents - Response Commend, n 1104, app 1105 492 Health - Curl for Cancer: Pictou County - Participants Congratulations, n 1116, app 1116 521 Campaign for Fairness - New Glasgow Town/Mayor/Council: Support - Recognize/Thank, n 1198, app 1198 554 Holocaust Memorial Day: Significance - Recognize, n 1312, app 1313 623 Ludlow Family - Home Rebuilding: Community - Effort Congratulations, n 1522, app 1523 647 Sports - Curling: Colleen Jones Team - World Championship Congratulations, n 1656, app 1656 650 Census Week (13-19/05/01) - Observe, n 1658, app 1659 919 Veterans (World War II) - Atlantic: Convoy Runs - Participants Remember, n 2648, app 2648 983 Laureijs, Steven - Cubs: Badges - Completion Commend (by Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 2806, app 2806 993 Westray Mine Disaster - Victims: Memory - Honour (by Hon. J. Muir), n 2910, app 2911 1323 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Pictou Landing First Nation Warmer Wigwam - Commend, n 3876 1457 Vaschel, Sonya - Open for Business: Entrepreneur Apprenticeship - Applaud, n 4210 1465 Order of Canada: Nova Scotia Recipients - Congratulations, n 4220 1522 Credit Union Movement: Contributions - Acknowledge, n 4329, app 4330 Hants East - Constituents: Greetings - Bring, 31 Hantsport - Incorporation: Anniversary (106th) - Congratulations (res. 680), n 1769 Harding, Marcia - Atlantic Writing Competition: Award - Congratulations (res. 243), n 565, app 566 Harding, Marguerite - Through the Gates: Book - Completion Congratulations (res. 1370), n 3953, app 3953 Harris, Ashley: Smoking Eradication Campaign - Commend (res. 218), n 524, app 524 Hartery, Jack - StoraEnso (Former President/General Manager): Retirement - Best Wishes Convey (res. 409), n 908, app 909 Harwood, Harold - Atlantic Writers Award: Achievement - Congratulations (res. 1197), n 3524, app 3525 Harwood-Jones, Dawn - Chester Playhouse: Volunteer Efforts - Congratulations (res. 440), n 1003, app 1004 Hatcher, Shawn - Death of: Family - Sorrow Express (res. 487), n 1112 Haynes, Denise - Racquetball: Performance - Congratulations (res. 802), n 2186, app 2187 Haynes, Marcel - Racquetball: Performance - Congratulations (res. 817), n 2198, app 2199 Hazleton, Cara - Mount Saint Vincent University (MSVU): J.D. Irving Student Entrepreneur of the Year Award/CanJet Airlines Service Excellence Award - Congratulations (res. 1214), n 3626, app 3626 Health - Abbie Lane Hospital: Pharmacy - Closure Details, qu 4115 Health - Aberdeen Hospital: Physicians’ Replacement - Plans, qu 3914 Health - Aberdeen Hospital: Volunteers - Commend (res. 1077), n 3238, app 3239 Health 102 HANSARD INDEX

Health - Acute Care: Beds - Tax, 494 Health - Addiction/Mental Illness: Nova Scotia Business Community - Recognition Commend (res. 415), n 980, app 981 Health - Addiction Services: Women - Responsibility Acknowledge (res. 578), n 1383 Health - Alzheimer’s: Drug Treatment - Effectiveness, qu 1092 Health - Alzheimer’s Disease: Drugs - Provision Details, qu 2357 Health - Alzheimer’s Disease: Medication - Provincial Health Plan Cover (res. 397), n 899 Health - Alzheimer’s Drugs: Evidence - Reconsider (res. 889), n 2432 Health- Alzheimer’s Drugs: Formulary - Exclusion Explain, 83 Health - Ambulance Attendants: Rural Nova Scotia - Number Increase (res. 769), n 2051 Health - Ambulance Fees: Review - Status, qu 708 Health - Ambulance Service (Bridgewater): Cutbacks - Effects, qu 773 Health: Anemia Awareness Week (26/03/01-02/04/01) - Recognize (res. 4), n 36, app 37 Health - Aricept and Excelon (Alzheimer’s Disease): Government (Nova Scotia) - Cost Cover (res. 41), n 65 Health - Autism: Treatment - Funding Distribute (res. 499), n 1121 Health - Barrington: Physician Recruitment Failure - Government (Nova Scotia) Inaction (res. 1596), n 4469 Health: Bill No. 19 - Pass (petition), 3678 Health - Black Women’s Health Centre/Maritime Centre of Excellence for Women’s Health: Project - Congratulations (res. 67), n 120, app 120 Health - Bone Densitometers: Numbers - Increase (petition), 2788 Health - Bone Densitometers: Petitions - Minister’s Response, qu 2365 Health - Bone Densitometers: Purchase - Minister Prioritize (res. 256), n 575 Health - Bone Densitometry Services: Access - Provide (petition), 3792 Health - Bone Marrow Transplants: Children - Fund, qu 4105 Health - Bone Marrow Transplants: Travel Costs - Children/Parents Fund (Adj. motion), 4192 Health: Budget (2001-02) - Funding, 481 Health - Budget (2001-02): Increases - Insufficiency, 481 Health - Budget (2001-02): Nova Scotia Nurses’ Union (NSNU) - Funding Adequacy, qu 1130 Health: Budget (2001-02) - Priorities, 479 Health - Cancer Care Nova Scotia, 71 Health - Cancer Drugs: Low Income Patients - Coverage, qu 196 Health - Cape Breton District Health Authority: Physician Recruitment - Congratulations (res. 875), n 2422 Health - Cape Breton Regional Municipality (CBRM): Smoke-Free Status - Applaud (res. 548), n 1289, app 1290 Health - Capital District Health Authority: Budget/Business Plan - Release, qu 2225 Health: Care - Assessment, 69 Health - Care: Budget (2001-02) - Impact, 482 Health - Care: Changes - Methods, 75 Health - Care: Crisis - Minister’s Response (res. 185), n 460 Health - Care: Clinical Services - Planning Process, 22 Health 103 HANSARD INDEX

Health: Care - Costs, 5 Health - Care: Decisions - Source (res. 163), n 387 Health - Care: Government (Nova Scotia) - Promises, 497 Health: Care - Information System, 81 Health - Care: Investments - Necessity, 81 Health - Care: Plan - Details (res. 270), n 656 Health - Care: Poor Health - Causes, 75 Health: Care - Priority, 74 Health - Care: Private Clinic - Discussion Confirm, qu 4244 Health - Care: Problems - Pictou, 484 Health - Care: Providers - Gratitude Express, 1370 Health - Care: Spending - Statistics, 74 Health: Care - System, 158 Health - Care: System - Availability Ensure, 134 Health - Care: System - Clinical Footprint (res. 85), n 176 Health - Care: System - Evolution, 364 Health - Care: System - Political Involvement, qu 2341 Health - Care: System - Waiting Periods, 99 Health - Care System: Wage Parity - Minister Commit, qu 2439 Health - Care Team: Nurses - Value Recognize (res. 948), n 2671, app 2671 Health: Care - Wellness and Disease Prevention, 69 Health - Care Workers: Minister - Apologize (res. 661), n 1667, d 2381 Health - Celebrex and Vioxx (Arthritis Drugs): Provincial Formulary - Coverage Review (res. 974), n 2799 Health - Chief Information Officer: Cost - Justify, qu 1545 Health - Children: Special Needs - Funding, 366 Health - Cigarette Tax: Smoking Rates - Address, qu 1296 Health - Clinical Footprint: Impetus - Political, qu 687 Health - Clinical Footprint: Programs Lack, 84 Health - Clinical Footprint: Recommendations - Release, qu 582 Health - Clinical Footprint: Report - Contents, 84 Health - Clinical Footprint Report: Hospital Closures - Confirm, qu 4122 Health: Clinical Services Planning - Phase 2, 6 Health - Cochlear Implant Surgery: Availability (Nova Scotia) Announcement - Participants Congratulations (res. 1525), n 4332, app 4333 Health - Cochlear Implants: Referrals - Alternative Plans, qu 1291 Health - Colchester Regional Hospital: Beds Closure - Reason Verify, qu 3764 Health - Colchester Regional Hospital: Long Service Awards - Recipients Congratulations (res. 104), n 258, app 259 Health - Colchester Regional Hospital Auxiliary: Bone Densitometry Machine - Fund-Raising Congratulations (res. 81), n 173, app 174 Health - Community Health Boards: Funding - Details, 364 Health: Community Health Boards - Health Care and Wellness, 72 Health 104 HANSARD INDEX

Health: Community Health Boards - Wellness Fund, 7 Health: Community Services - Co-operation, 939 Health: Comprehensive Tobacco Control Strategy - Introduction, 7 Health: Continuing Care Sector - Planning Tools, 16 Health - Curl for Cancer: Pictou County - Participants Congratulations (res. 492), n 1116, app 1116 Health - Cutbacks: Patients - Hardships, qu 1047 Health - Dalhousie Medical Research Foundation: Cancer Research - Bequest ($1 million) (min. stat.), 970 Health - Dalhousie Medical School: Training Spots - Increase, qu 4259 Health - Dartmouth General Hospital: Cancelled Surgeries - Increase Halt, qu 2347 Health - Dartmouth General Hospital: Emergency Department - Expansion, 22 Health - Dartmouth General Hospital: Emergency Department Expansion - Congratulations, 86 Health - Dartmouth General Hospital: Nursing/Physician Staff - Support, Thank, 22 Health: Diagnostic Equipment - Replacement Time Frame, qu 308 Health - Disabled Adults: Department Change - Effect, qu 1089 Health: Disease - Prevention, 86 Health - District Health Authorities: Budget Cuts - Effects (res. 1243), n 3682 Health - District Health Authorities: Funding - Increases, 366 Health - District Health Authorities: Plan - Details, qu 3024 Health - District Health Authority (Northern Region): Administrative Positions - Addition Justify, qu 2215 Health - District Health Authority No. 2: Budget - Reduction Details, qu 3027 Health - District Health Authority No. 2: Budget Cuts - Shelburne County Effect (res. 1246), n 3684 Health - District Health Authority No. 2: Budget Process - Time Frame, qu 3545 Health - District Health Authority No. 2: Orthopaedic Surgery - Cuts Explain, qu 3548 Health - Doctor Shortage: Minister - Resolve (res. 844), n 2325 Health - Emergency Health Services (EHS): Response Times - Minister Decrease, qu 1691 Health - Emergency Rooms: Wait Time - Decrease, 134 Health: Environmental Illness (Comeau, Lisa) - Solution, qu 1125 Health - Family Caregivers: Tax Incentives - Commitment Honour, qu 1292 Health - Finance Minister: Strategic Investments - Lack Condemn (res. 68), n 120 Health - Formulary Committee - Expand, 83 Health: Frosst Health Care Foundation - Thank (res. 354), n 842, app 843 Health - Funding: Priorities - Explain, qu 918 Health - Funding Agreement (Walsh, Audrey): Honour - Refusal Explain, qu 3917 Health - Gay Youth Project: Funding Need - Minister’s Awareness, qu 2946 Health: Guaranteed Access - Commitment, qu 305 Health - Halifax Fairview: Constituent - Liability Case, 535 Health - Hants North: Doctors - Availability Ensure, qu 3770 Health - Health Boards: Payment - Justification, qu 580 Health - Health Services Foundation (South Shore): Curl for a Cause Committee - Congratulations (res. 129), n 277, app 277 Health - Healthcor: Footprint Consultation - Minister Awareness, qu 579 Health 105 HANSARD INDEX

Health - Hearing and Speech Clinic: Proposal - Fund (res. 219), n 525 Health - Heart and Stroke Fund (Nova Scotia): Evelyn Richardson Memorial Elementary School (Shelburne County) - Fundraising Congratulations (res. 439), n 1002, app 1003 Health - Helicopter Landing Pad (Parrsboro): Town Council - Commend (res. 641), n 1651 Health - Hepatitis C: Federal Funding - Specifics, qu 1310 Health - Hepatitis C: System - Accountability Organize (res. 425), n 991, app 992 Health - Hepatitis C: Victims - Compensation Package (res. 372), n 856 Health - Hepatitis C Victims: Government (Canada) Funding - Intent Follow, qu 4365 Health - Home Care, 21, 99 Health - Home Care: Assessment and Admission Criteria - Modernization, 6 Health: Home Care - Details, 1314 Health - Home Care: Funding - Increases, 365 Health - Home Care: Hospital Stay - Effect, qu 1808 Health - Home Care Program: Availability - Ensure, qu 2438 Health: Home Oxygen Program - Details, qu 1206 Health - Home Support Workers: Wage Parity - Implement (res. 879), n 2425 Health - Home Support Workers: Wage Parity - Lack Explain, qu 2437 Health - Home Support Workers (Queens): Strike - Negotiations Continue, qu 2436 Health - Hospitals: Clinical Services - Analysis, 6 Health - Hospitals: Patient Fees - Details, 365 Health: Information Management - Funding, 367 Health: Information Management System - New, 6 Health: Information System - Details, qu 1035 Health - Information Technology (IT): Nurses - Choice, qu 309 Health: In-Home Support Program - Availability, qu 1213 Health - Integrated Pediatric Rehabilitation: Services - Provide, qu 3817 Health - Janitorial Strike: Schools - Safety Assurances, qu 2221 Health - Kendrick Report: Implementation - Time Frame, qu 1131 Health - Kendrick Report: Minister - Acceptance, qu 1050 Health - Licensed Practical Nurses: Payment - Comparisons, 482 Health - Licensed Practical Nurses: Role - Recognize (res. 1065), n 3229, app 3229 Health - Light Radiation Treatments: Wait Lists - Extension Explain, qu 3538 Health - Long-Term Care: Access Policy (Seniors) - Details, qu 2941 Health - Long-Term Care: Assets (Joint) - Assessment Policy, qu 1554 Health - Long-Term Care: Beds Provision - Question, 371 Health - Long-Term Care: Crisis - Solve (res. 214), n 521, d 722 Health - Long-Term Care: Cuts - Withdraw (res. 181), n 457 Health - Long-Term Care: Downloading - Cease (res. 176), n 453 Health - Long-Term Care: Financial Assessment - Admission Delay Explain, qu 4371 Health - Long-Term Care: Seniors - Contributions Criteria, qu 769 Health: Long-Term Care - Strategy, qu 396 Health - Long-Term Care: User Fee - Government (Nova Scotia) Explanation (res. 198), n 470 Health - Long-Term Care: User Fees - Details, 371 Health 106 HANSARD INDEX

Health - Lung Association: Efforts - Acknowledge (res. 91), n 181, app 181 Health - Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Clinics (Private): Equipment - Usage, qu 923 Health - Medical Commission International Paralympic Committee/Riding, Dr. Michael: Work/Leadership - Congratulations (res. 1216), n 3627, app 3628 Health - Medical Students: Debt, Assistance Program - Announcement, 6 Health - Medical Specialists: Retention - Minister’s Action, qu 1693 Health - Mental: Patients - Services Provide, qu 2354 Health - Mental Health Week (07-13/05/01): Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) - Support (res. 1091), n 3249, app 3249 Health: Mental Health Week (07-13/05/01) - Recognize (res. 1066), n 3229, app 3230 Health - Mentally Disabled: Kendrick Report - Recommendations Adopt, qu 3662 Health - Minister: Muir’s Musings - Minimize (res. 1374), n 3956 Health: Mouth Cancer Awareness Day (09/04/01) - Recognize (res. 351), n 840, app 840 Health - National Nursing Week (07-13/05/01): Nurses - Appreciation Extend (res. 928), n 2656, app 2656 Health - National Nursing Week (06-12/05/01): Nurses - Honour (res. 930), n 2657, app 2658 Health - National Nursing Week (07-13/05/01): Nurses - Work Acknowledge (res. 926), n 2653, app 2654 Health - National Organ and Tissue Donor Awareness Week (22-28/04/01) - Recognize (res. 555), n 1354, app 1354 Health - Northside General Hospital: Doctors - Recruitment Begin, qu 2210 Health - Northside General Hospital: Doctors Recruitment - Policy, qu 2343 Health - Northside General Hospital: Emergency Department - Problem Solve (res. 781), n 2060 Health - Northside General Hospital: Emergency Room - Closure (Adj. motion), 2287 Health - Northside General Hospital: Emergency Room - Closure (res. 801), n 2185 Health - Northside General Hospital: Emergency Room - Reopen, qu 2209 Health - Northside General Hospital: Emergency Room Doctor - Replacement Details, qu 2346 Health - Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU) Strike Vote: Results - Meaning, qu 4353 Health - Nova Scotia Nurses’ Union (NSNU): Negotiations - Details, qu 2825, qu 3549 Health - Nova Scotia’s Nursing Strategy (report tabled), 558 Health - Nurse Practitioner - Legislation, 22 Health - Nurse Practitioner: Legislation - Inclusion, 85 Health - Nurse Practitioners: Legislation - Introduction, 7 Health - Nurses: Acute Care - Funding Lack, 372 Health - Nurses: Acute Care - Lack, 370 Health - Nurses: Concerns, 99 Health - Nurses: Minister - Support (res. 1540), n 4344 Health - Nurses: Nova Scotia - Retention Rate, 483 Health - Nurses: Recruitment, 6, 74 Health - Nurses: Recruitment - Information, qu 1696 Health - Nurses: Shortage - Address, qu 400 Health - Nurses: Strike Action - Prevent (res. 1548), n 4350 Health - Nurses: Vacations - Details, qu 1690 Health 107 HANSARD INDEX

Health - Nurses: Value - Recognize (res. 968), n 2795 Health - Nurses: Wage Package - Adequacy, qu 3826 Health - Nurses (Nova Scotia): Policy - Health Minister Justify, qu 4364 Health - Nurses’ Strike: Contingency Plan - Details, qu 2941, qu 4107 Health - Nursing Homes: Rates - Retroactivity Explain, qu 3023 Health - Nursing Homes: Rates (Retroactivity) - Update, qu 3763 Health: Nursing Shortage - Status, qu 2348 Health - Nursing Shortage: Workload Issue - Solution, qu 4362 Health - Nursing Strategy, 22, 85 Health - Nursing Strategy: Attitude - Explain, qu 585 Health: Nursing Strategy - Implementation, 7, 366 Health - Oral Surgery: User Fee - Imposition Explain, qu 291 Health - Oral Surgery: User Fee - Policy, qu 294 Health - Patient Navigation System, 71 Health: Patient Navigation System - Introduction, 7 Health - Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant Unit (Atlantic Canada): Expansion - Establish (res. 962), n 2790, app 2791 Health - Pediatric Procedures: Out-of-Province - Expenses, qu 3822 Health - Persons With Epilepsy: Pharmacare Card - Provide (res. 98), n 186 Health - Pharmacare: Equity/Access - Ensure, 365 Health - Pharmacists’ Fees: Provincial Health Plan - Coverage Details, qu 4117 Health - Physician Coverage: Province Wide - Minister Ensure (res. 1603), n 4547 Health - Physician Recruitment: Budget - Omission, 371 Health: Physician Recruitment - Digby-Weymouth, 547 Health - Physician Recruitment: Government (Nova Scotia) - Leadership Assume (res. 1597), n 4469 Health - Physician Recruitment: Grants Provision - Municipalities Identify, qu 4247, qu 4249, qu 4356 Health - Physician Recruitment: Municipalities - Policy, qu 3767 Health: Physician Recruitment - Municipalities Involvement, qu 4354 Health - Physician Recruitment: Plan - Details, 83 Health - Physician Recruitment: Policy (Political) - Minister Condemn (res. 890), n 2433 Health - Physician Recruitment Policy: Municipalities - Approval Confirm, qu 4245 Health - Physician Recruitment Policy: Premier’s Agreement - Minister Explain, qu 4358 Health - Physician Shortage: Inverness County - Address, qu 1079 Health - Physician Shortage: Inverness County - Replacement Time Frame, qu 1080 Health - Physicians’ Salaries: Property Tax Usage - Tory Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) (9) Support Explain (res. 1545), n 4348 Health: Plan - Lack, 236 Health - Point Pleasant Lodge: Decisions - Minister Reverse (Adj. motion), 943 Health - Point Pleasant Lodge: Decisions - Minister Reverse (res. 311), n 746 Health - Point Pleasant Lodge: Meal Costs - Discrepancy, qu 693 Health - Point Pleasant Lodge: Nutrition Allowance - Assistance Adequacy, qu 1091 Health - Point Pleasant Lodge Meal Cuts: Eating Disorder Clinic - Consultation, qu 775 Health - Premier: Policies - Knowledge Lack (res. 1591), n 4465 Health 108 HANSARD INDEX

Health - Premier’s Youth Advisory Council on Smoking: Strategies - Development, 7 Health - Problems: Government (Nova Scotia) - Response, 483 Health: Professionals - Responsibilities, 69 Health - Provincial Hospital: Requirements - Details, qu 192 Health - Psychiatric Patients: Advocacy - Provide, qu 3028 Health - Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre: Cardiology Programs - Participants Congratulations (res. 729), n 1933, app 1933 Health - Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre: Liver Transplant Program - Status, qu 2827 Health - Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre: Paramedic Training Program - Information, qu 1811 Health - Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre: Transplant Surgeon - Retention Action, qu 2833 Health - Queens County: Home Support Workers - Unfairly Paid (petition), 4010 Health - Recovery House: Closure - Avert, qu 2453 Health - Recovery House: Funding - Negotiator, qu 2351 Health - Recovery House: Funding - Provide (res. 908), n 2551 Health - Recovery House: Funding - Restore (res. 901), n 2545 Health - Recovery House: Staff (Political) - Appropriateness, qu 2451 Health - Richmond Villa: Construction Time Frame - Minister’s Commitment (res. 1602), n 4547 Health - Richmond Villa: Replacement - Construction Time Frame, qu 3829 Health - Roseway Health Registry: Switchboard - Closure Inform, qu 3550 Health - Roseway Hospital: Volunteers - Congratulations (res. 1085), n 3244, app 3245 Health - Secure Treatment Centre: Spaces - Increase (res. 227), n 530 Health - Seniors: Long-Term Care - Pilots, 6 Health - Seniors: Punishment - Premier Cease (res. 775), n 2056 Health - Seniors: User Fees - Imposition Explain, qu 583 Health: Seniors - Housing, 939 Health - Seniors’ Housing: Home Sales - Penalty Explain, qu 920 Health - Seniors’ Pharmacare: Premiums - Status, 83 Health - Smoking: Cessation Programs - Funding, 501 Health - Smoking: Nova Scotia Rate - Reduction Welcome, 71 Health - South Shore Regional Hospital: Position Cancellation - Details, qu 4271 Health: St. Anns Area - Ambulance Service, qu 2834 Health - Strait Area Physician Recruitment Committee: Efforts - Commend (res. 1079), n 3240, app 3240 Health - Strait-Richmond Hospital: Doctor - Hire (petition), 4326 Health - Strait-Richmond Hospital: Physician Remuneration - Revision Encourage (res. 1439), n 4091 Health - Strait-Richmond Hospital Crisis: Minister/Caucus - Solve (res. 194), n 467 Health - Strait-Richmond Hospital Emergency Health Needs: Government (Nova Scotia) - Disregard Condemn (res. 94), n 183 Health - Strait-Richmond Hospital Emergency Room: Physician Lack - Justification, qu 398 Health - Sutherland-Harris/Aberdeen Hospitals: Canadian Council On Health Services Accreditation - Recognition Commend (res. 135), n 281, app 282 Health - Sydney Tar Ponds: Lewis Report - Results, qu 3812 Health 109 HANSARD INDEX

Health - Sydney Tar Ponds: Pollutants (Whitney Pier) - Residents’ Health Ensure, qu 1682 Health - System: Costs - Minister of Finance Apologize (res. 19), n 50 Health - System: Finance Minister - Responsibility, 504 Health - System: Investment - Requirement, 498 Health - System: Kings West - Concerns, 153 Health - System: Nurses - Contribution Recognize/Honour (res. 1530), n 4336, app 4337 Health - Tar Ponds Residents: Relocation Costs - Minister Discover (res. 1332), n 3887 Health: Technology - Investment, 81 Health - Telehealth: Speech from the Throne - Omission, 83 Health - Tobacco Companies: Litigation - Pursue, qu 4123 Health - Tobacco Control Strategy: Recommendations - Implement, qu 3909 Health - Tobacco Control Strategy: Report Tabling - Delay Explain, qu 1306 Health - Transportation Subsidy: Cuts - Effects, qu 1086 Health - Twin Oaks/Birches Healthcare Charitable Foundation: Care - Commend (res. 1116), n 3357, app 3357 Health - User Fees: 911 - Status, 83 Health - Valley Regional Hospital: Overload - Plan, qu 1222 Health - Well-Women’s Clinic (East Preston): Funding Commitment - Minister Honour (res. 820), n 2201 Health - Well-Women’s Clinic (East Preston): Participants - Congratulations (res. 783), n 2062, app 2062 Health: Wellness - Promotion, 86 Health - Western Regional Health Board: Administrative Positions - Addition Explain, qu 2213 Health - Whitney Pier: Residents - Safety Prioritize (res. 776), n 2056 Health - Whitney Pier: Toxic Impact - Action Explain, qu 3814 Health - Whitney Pier Residents: Survey - Present, qu 3905 Health-care Costs Recovery Act (Bill 64), 1st 4013 Health/Community Services - Child Care: Funding - Ministers Increase (res. 1135), n 3371 Health/Emergency Measures Organization (EMO) - VIA Rail: Derailment (Stewiacke) - Response Teams Thank (min. stat.), 1102 Hearing and Speech Awareness Month (May) - Nova Scotia Hearing and Speech Centres: Dedication - Recognize (res. 979), n 2803, app 2803 Heel ‘N’ Wheel-a-Thon - Participants: Dedication/Determination - Congratulations (res. 1426), n 4078 Heighton, Ronnie - Landlubbers Lobster and Seafood: Opening - Good Fortune Wish (res. 1569), n 4446 Hemochromatosis Awareness Week (25-31/05/01) - Recognize: Canadian Hemochromatosis Society - Support (res. 1395), n 4012, app 4013 Hendsbee 110 HANSARD INDEX

HENDSBEE Mr. David (Preston - PC) Government (Nova Scotia) - Municipal/Provincial Relations: Platform - Commitment Keep (res. 74), 335 Nova Scotia Business Inc.: Value - Recognize (res. 985), 3569 Resolutions 23 Nova Scotia Film Development Corporation: First Works Program - Applaud, n 53, app 53 17 Sports - Hockey: Halifax Mooseheads - Congratulations, n 48, app 49 113 Economic Development - District 18 Business Development Association: President/Executive - Re-Election Congratulations, n 265, app 266 143 Tourism and Culture - Preston Cultural Festival (2001): Organizers/Participants - Congratulations, n 288, app 288 153 Black Cultural Society (Nova Scotia) - Wall of Honour: Inductees - Congratulations, n 380, app 381 180 IODE - Annie V. Johnson Chapter: Anniversary (20th) - Congratulations, n 456, app 457 288 Bishop, Dr. Henry - Nova Scotia College of Art and Design (NSCAD): Honorary Degree - Congratulations, n 669, app 670 301 Carson Downey Band: East Coast Music Awards - Congratulations, n 679, app 679 432 Clayton, Custio/Gray,Terry - Boxing: Medals - Congratulations, n 997, app 997 452 Mackey, Wendy: PanCanadian Students’ Choice Award (2001) - Congratulations, n 1013, app 1013 565 Williams, Danny - Newfoundland Progressive Conservative (PC) Party: Leader - Acclamation Congratulations, n 1361 653 Galarneau, Johanne - Student Leadership/Advocacy: Dedication - Congratulations, n 1661, app 1662 783 Health - Well-Women’s Clinic (East Preston): Participants - Congratulations, n 2062, app 2062 966 Community Flag Day (Lake Echo) - Organizers: Applaud - Commitment Thank, n 2793, app 2794 985 Nova Scotia Business Inc.: Value - Recognize, n 2807, d 3564 1004 Church, Constable David/Herbert, Constable Francois - Lake Echo Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP): Community Officer - Thank/Welcome, n 2920, app 2921 1189 Campaign for Fairness - Offshore Resources: Beneficiary (Nova Scotia) - Finance Minister (Canada) Inform, n 3518 1238 Hamilton, Sylvia - Dalhousie University: Honorary Degree - Congratulations, n 3674 1315 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Halifax Area - Recipients Commend, n 3871 1343 Provo, Jean - Dentistry Degree: Dalhousie University - Graduation Congratulations, n 3895, app 3896 1488 East Preston United Baptist Church - Ladies Auxiliary: Elders - Honour Congratulations, n 4238, app 4239 Hendsbee-Resolutions 111 HANSARD INDEX

1495 Riley, Mrs. Marjorie - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend, n 4310 1496 Ross, Mrs. Marjorie - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend, n 4310 1497 Adams, Mrs. Beatrice - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend, n 4311 1498 Fairfax, Mrs. Sarah - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend, n 4311 1499 James, Mrs. Rita - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend, n 4312 1500 Simmonds, Mrs. Ada - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend, n 4312 1501 Slawtor, Mrs. Dorothy - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend, n 4313 1502 Clayton, Mrs. Ida - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend, n 4313 1503 Thomas, Mrs. Gladys - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend, n 4314 1504 Kane, Mrs. Mary Jane - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend, n 4314 1505 Glasgow, Mrs. Pearl - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend, n 4315, app 4315 1506 Saunders, Mrs. Nellie - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend, n 4315 1507 Ross, Mrs. Lillian - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend, n 4316 1508 Glasgow, Mrs. Elsie - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend, n 4316 1509 Johnson, Mrs. Elsie - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend, n 4317 1510 Colley, Mrs. Edna - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend, n 4317 1511 Brooks, Mrs. Eliza - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend, n 4318 1512 Colley, Mrs. Edith - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend, n 4318 1513 Clayton, Mrs. Ida - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend, n 4319 1514 Clayton, Mrs. Ada - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend, n 4319 Hendsbee-Resolutions 112 HANSARD INDEX

1551 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Equalization: Cape Breton The Lakes Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Stance Define, n 4437 1578 Brown, Greg - Halifax Regional Development Agency: Work - Commend, n 4455, app 4456 Henneberry, Sister Sadie - Sister of Charity: Golden Jubilee - Congratulations (res. 1405), n 4021, app 4021 Hennigar, Matthew/Painting 2000 - Youth Entrepreneurial Skills Program: Award - Congratulations (res. 822), n 2202, app 2203 Hepatitis Awareness Week (13-19/05/01) - Recognize (res. 1215), n 3626, app 3627 Hepatitis C Compensation Act (Bill 40), 1st 2184 Hoar, Andy, 1325 Hodgins, Chris - Tae Kwon Do: Open Lightweight - Champion (2001) Congratulations (res. 146), n 290, app 291 Hoffman, Nikki - Nova Scotia School Athletic Federation (NSSAF): Exemplary Participation Award - Congratulations (res. 1610), n 4551 Holleman, Jennifer - Boxing: Canadian Championships - Achievement Congratulations (res. 131), n 278 HOLM, Mr. John (Sackville-Cobequid - NDP) Bill Introduced 48 Gasoline and Diesel Oil Fair-marketing Practices Act, 1st 2417 District of Barrington Health Professionals Assistance Act (Bill 54), 4530 Energy Resources Conservation Act/Pipeline Act (Bill 14), 3984, 4477 Environment and Labour - Whitney Pier Residents: Premier/Health Minister - Meet (Adj. motion), 3930 Financial Measures (2001) Act (Bill 30), 1488, 1959 Government Restructuring (2001) Act (Bill 20), 2836, neg. 2851, 3316 Order of Nova Scotia Act (Bill 10), 806 Questions (Oral) Agriculture and Fisheries - Deep Sea Trawlers: Observer Program - Support Confirm, 4360 Devco - Prince Colliery: Closure - Details, 3535 Economic Development - PanCanadian: Pipeline (Nova Scotia-New England) - Nova Scotia Benefit Guarantee, 2450 Economic Development - Pipeline: Proposal - Route Details, 3551 Environment - Antifreeze: Collection - Enforcement Details, 4270 Executive Council - Pricing: Fairness - Ensure, 203 Finance: Gasoline Prices - Action, 1203 Natural Resources - Exploration: Onshore - Royalties Value, 1225 Petroleum Directorate - Exploration: Onshore - Leases, 1084 Petroleum Directorate - Offshore Development: Province’s Share - Guarantee, 1699 Petroleum Directorate - Offshore Pipeline: United States Exports - Prohibition Guarantee, 3033 Petroleum Directorate - Sempra: Delays - Actions, 1031 Holm-Questions (Oral) 113 HANSARD INDEX

Premier - Meetings: Premier Grimes (Newfoundland) - Outcome, 4253 Transportation and Public Works - Sempra: Licence - Approval Concerns, 913 Transportation and Public Works - Sempra: Licence - Approval Explain, 910 Resolutions 15 Sports - Basketball: Sackville Lazers - Congratulations, n 47, app 47 36 Holy Angels High School - High School Debating Championships: Participants - Best Wishes Convey, n 62, app 62 49 Sobeys Stars of Christmas Project - Gertrude Parker Elementary School: Selection - Congratulations, n 106, app 107 77 Sydney Academy - Nova Scotia Senior High Debating Championships: Performance - Applaud, n 166 151 Sports - Basketball: Sackville Nu Youth Sonics - Applaud, n 378, app 379 178 Sports - Hockey: Vince Ryan Tournament - Participants Congratulations, n 455, app 455 201 Sports - Hockey: Pictou County Zellers Midget AA Team (Girls) - Congratulations, n 472, app 473 213 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 101: Finance Minister - Priority Status Inform, n 520 228 Sobeys - Serca Foodservice (Sydney) Shutdown: Cape Breton - Disdain Illustrate, n 531 338 Sports - Basketball: Sackville Lazers - Gold Medal Congratulations, n 827, app 828 374 Gillespie, Brian and Thelma: Anniversary (50th) - Congratulations, n 858, app 858 387 Wamback, Trevor - Montreal Expos Origin: Status - Congratulations, n 891, app 892 529 Morgan, Gordon - Provincial Volunteer Awards: Recognition - Congratulations, n 1275, app 1276 580 Costard, Chrissy/Lehki, Vikram: Toronto Dominion (TD) Canada Trust Scholarship - Congratulations, n 1384, app 1385 692 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Seniors’ Property Tax Rebate: Increase - Commit, n 1780 709 Sackville High School - Canada Student Leadership Conference: Hosting - Congratulations, n 1793, app 1794 723 Lake District Recreation Association - Sackville: Service - Thank, n 1928, app 1929 1018 Fordham, Arthur (Assistant Clerk): Anniversary (10th) - Congratulations, n 2994 1043 Wappel, Tom: Actions - Repudiate, n 3012 1070 Canadian Peacekeeping Medals - North Sydney: Recipients - Congratulations, n 3233, app 3233 1088 Van den Hoek - Veterans of Holland Liberation: Remembrance - Join, n 3246, app 3247 1120 Governments (Liberal/Progressive Conservative) - Petrochemical Industry Policies: Institution - Failure Condemn, n 3360 1184 Eastlink Cable - Legislative Television: Analog Channel - Dedicate, n 3514, app 3515 1201 Sackville Business Park: Anniversary (20th) - Congratulations, n 3527, app 3528 Holm-Resolutions 114 HANSARD INDEX

1248 McGarrahan, Shauna M. - Achievements: Scholastic - Recognize/Congratulations, n 3686, app 3686 1380 Sable Project - Operators: Anti-Freeze Dumping - Condemn, n 3960 1531 Quinlivan-Hall, Sarah/Chui, David - Sackville High School: Lieutenant-Governor’s Medal - Congratulations, n 4337, app 4338 1573 Sempra Atlantic - Contract Commitments: Government (Nova Scotia) - Enforce, n 4451 1576 Government (Nova Scotia) - Natural Gas: Distribution Policy - Errors Admit, n 4453 Holocaust Memorial Day: Significance - Recognize (res. 554), n 1312, app 1313 Holy Angels High School - High School Debating Championships: Participants - Best Wishes Convey (res. 36), n 62, app 62 Home Invasion: Community Outreach Program - Introduction, 14 Home Support Workers (Queens) - Labour Dispute: Minister - Resolve (res. 837), n 2320 HOPE (Handicapped Organization Promoting Equality) - Southwest Regional School Board: Dial A Ride Program - Thank (res. 842), n 2323, app 2324 Hop-A-Thon for Muscular Dystrophy - Children’s Place Daycare Centre: Participation - Congratulations (res. 683), n 1771 Horton High School - Reach for the Top: Team - Congratulations (res. 1239), n 3678, app 3679 Horton High School - Reach for the Top: Team/Coach - Congratulations (res. 1015), n 2928, app 2929 Horton, Lyndsey: Achievements - Congratulations (res. 1469), n 4223, app 4223 House of Assembly - By-Election: Members Elected - Congratulations, 19, 30 House of Assembly - Decorum: Deterioration - Concerns, 155 House of Assembly - Legislative Staff: Efforts - Applaud (res. 1575), n 4453, app 4453 House of Assembly - Legislators: Female - Numbers Increase (Adj. motion), 2394 House of Assembly - Poetry: Usage - Encourage (res. 659), n 1666 House of Assembly: Previous Members Elected - Congratulations, 30 House of Assembly Act (Bill 13), 1st 517, 2nd 713, 3rd 4072, RA 4544 Houston, Elizabeth (Betty) - Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Tea: Work - Applaud (res. 1229), n 3637, app 3638 How, Harry - (Kings South Member of the Legislative Assembly, 1970-1983): Death of - Tribute, 2 How, Harry and Juanita: Public Service - Recognize (res. 14), n 46, app 46 Human Resources - ABC Committee: Appointments - Process, 132 Human Resources Department: Mandate - Extension, 17 Human Resources - Offshore Employment: Gender Inequity - Explain, qu 1544 Human Resources - Public Service Careers: Youth - Incentives, qu 1547 Human Rights Commission - Volition (Pictou County)/Youth Speaks Up (Sydney): Achievements - Applaud (res. 105), n 259, app 259 Human Rights Commission (report tabled), 1925 Hurlburt 115 HANSARD INDEX

HURLBURT, Mr. Richard (Yarmouth - PC) Resolutions 126 Yarmouth Beaver Colony: Christmas Adopt-A-Family - Congratulations, n 275, app 275 138 Surette, Winnie - Caring Canadian Award: Recipient - Congratulations, n 284, app 284 183 Ruff, Eric - Yarmouth Museum: Commitment/Fundraising - Applaud, n 459, app 459 309 Claremont, Robert - Canadian Cancer Society: Certificate of Merit - Congratulations, n 743 310 Canadian Association of Insurance and Financial Advisers - Yarmouth Chapter: Cystic Fibrosis Award - Congratulations, n 743 390 Register.com - Customer Care Centre (Yarmouth): Opening - Congratulations, n 894, app 894 442 Robichaud, Danielle - Veterans: Memorial Mural - Commend, n 1005, app 1005 460 Surette, Winnifred/Crowell, Kathleen: Lief Ericson IODE Award - Congratulations, n 1019, app 1020 551 Yarmouth County Museum - Staff/Volunteers: Efforts - Congratulations, n 1351 673 Lions Club - Community: Work - Commend, n 1766 718 Warner, Greg/Paris, Claire: Sports Heroes Awards - Congratulations, n 1918 796 South Pole Rescue: Canadian Captain/Crew - Commend, n 2174 842 HOPE (Handicapped Organization Promoting Equality) - Southwest Regional School Board: Dial A Ride Program - Thank, n 2323, app 2324 958 Remembrance Day - National Holiday Status: Maple Grove Education Centre - Efforts Congratulations, n 2785 1167 Green, Peggy - President: Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation - Appointment Congratulations, n 3501 1321 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Yarmouth Area - Recipients Commend, n 3874 Hyson, Danielle - Crime Prevention Association (Martins River/Indian Point/Oakland/Clearland): Bursary - Congratulations (res. 1470), n 4224, app 4224

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Ile Haute - Wilderness Designation: Cumberland-Colchester Member of Parliament (MP)/Cumberland South Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Efforts Support (res. 355), n 843, app 844 Immigration - Kings County, 94 Industrial Cape Breton Board of Trade - Excellence in Business Awards (2000): Nominees - Congratulations (res. 407), n 907, app 908 Information Management Systems - Health and Education, 16 Ingram, Andy 116 HANSARD INDEX

Ingram, Andy - Millwood High School: Exemplary Participation Award - Congratulations (res. 1516), n 4320 Injured Workers - Remember: Workplace Safety - Ensure (res. 664), n 1670, app 1670 Institute for Early Childhood Education: Anniversary (25th) - Congratulations (res. 654), n 1662, app 1663 Institute of Agrologists (Nova Scotia) - Awards: Recipients - Congratulations (res. 1165), n 3472, app 3473 Insurance Brokers Association (Nova Scotia): Anniversary (20th) - Congratulations (res. 1334), n 3888, app 3889 Insurance Companies - Increases: Seniors (70-plus) - Cease (res. 1409), n 4024, app 4024 International Air Show - Sydney Kinsmen: Congratulations - Attendance Encourage (res. 1595), n 4468, app 4468 International Day of the Lebanese Emigrant - Lebanese Canadians: Best Wishes - Convey (res. 1328), n 3883, app 3884 International Day of the Lebanese Emigrant - Recognize: Arab, George - Emigrant of the Year Congratulations (res. 1565), n 4444 International Museum Day (18/05/01) - Acknowledge: Visits - Encourage (res. 1236), n 3643, app 3644 International Red Cross/Red Crescent Day (08/05/01) - Volunteers: Recognize - Congo Victims Remember (res. 960), n 2788, app 2789 International Year of Volunteers, 236 International Year of Volunteers - Dartmouth Development: Organizations - Participation - Thank, 20 International Year of Volunteers - Recognition: Order of Nova Scotia - Introduction, 2 International Year of Volunteers - Volunteers: Effects - Celebrate, 2 IODE - Annie V. Johnson Chapter: Anniversary (20th) - Congratulations (res. 180), n 456, app 457 Isenor, Joel/Higgins, Casey/White, Jason/Smith, Craig - World Fastball Championships: Bronze - Congratulations (res. 1227), n 3636, app 3637 Isenor, Robin: Youth Entrepreneur of the Month - Congratulations (res. 721), n 1927, app 1927 Islands Consolidated School - Heritage Fair: Participants - Congratulations (res. 739), n 1941, app 1941 Islands Spay/Neuter Association - Project: Participants - Applaud (res. 291), n 671, app 672 Izaak Walton Killam-Grace Telethon - Amherst Superstore: Survivor Weekend - Participants Congratulations (res. 1450), n 4100, app 4100 Izaak Walton Killam Health Centre Telethon - Volunteers/Fundraisers: Appreciation - Extend (res. 1580), n 4456, app 4457

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Jachimowicz, Stefan Ian - Death of: Family - Condolences Convey (res. 266), n 653, app 653 Jackson, Dr. Simon - Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre Cardiology Fellowship: Congratulations - Novartis Pharmaceuticals Thank (res. 685), n 1775, app 1775 Jacobs, Lisa 117 HANSARD INDEX

Jacobs, Lisa - New Democratic Party (NDP) Caucus Office: Contributions - Congratulations (res. 566), n 1362, app 1363 Jacquard, Donnie: Ducks Unlimited Pewter Teal Award - Congratulations (res. 453), n 1013, app 1014 James, Mrs. Rita - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (res. 1499), n 4312 Janes, Bob/Hopper, Bill - Amherst Rotary Club: Honours - Recognize (res. 951), n 2673, app 2673 Jankov, Alan - Sports: Basketball (Pictou County) - Volunteerism Recognize (res. 874), n 2421, app 2422 Jazz Bliss 2001: Performers/Organizers - Congratulations (res. 389), n 893, app 893 Jeans, Sheila/Priest, Shelly/Whitaker, Cherry - National Karate Competition: Best Wishes - Extend (res. 1063), n 3221 Jenkins, Tyler - St. Joseph’s Elementary School Heritage Fair: Certificate of Achievement - Congratulations (res. 914), n 2555, app 2556 Jenner, Stephen: Caring Canadian Award - Congratulations (res. 127), n 275, app 276 Jesus Christ Superstar - Production: Cobequid Education Centre - Participants Congratulations (res. 855), n 2333, app 2334 Jodrey, John - Dalhousie University: Honorary Degree - Congratulations (res. 1285), n 3788 John Bernard Croak V.C. Memorial School: Anniversary (25th) - Congratulations (res. 1095), n 3252, app 3252 Johnson, Brian and Pam, 1323 Johnson, Carla Jean: Accomplishments - Congratulations (res. 1589), n 4464, app 4464 Johnson, Charlotte - Canadian Cancer Society: National Citation of Merit - Congratulations (res. 1226), n 3635, app 3636 Johnson, Mrs. Elsie - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (res. 1509), n 4317 Johnston, Don - Death of: Family - Condolences Convey (res. 469), n 1074, app 1074 Jones, Colleen: Achievements - Celebrate, 2 Jordan, Frank/Verge, Harold: Sherbrooke Award (2001) - Congratulations (res. 1340), n 3893, app 3893 Josey, Paul - Halifax Regional Fire and Emergency Services: Retirement - Best Wishes Convey (res. 1163), n 3470, app 3471 Joudrey, Andrew (Westville, Nova Scotia) - Hockey: Successes - Congratulations (res. 1109), n 3349 Jump Rope for Heart - Parrsboro Elementary (Grade 4): Participation - Congratulations (res. 1607), n 4549 Junction Road Elementary School - Public Speaking: Teaching - Congratulations (res. 1555), n 4439 Junction Road Elementary School - Teachers/Parents/Volunteers/Staff: Dedication - Acknowledge (res. 757), n 2041 Justice: Cape Breton Regional Municipality (CBRM) - Night Court (min. stat.), 4217 Justice: Civil Procedure Rules - Amendments (report tabled), 646 Justice - Elections Act: Changes - Election Commission Consult, qu 1816 Justice: Escapee - Risk Factor, qu 778 Justice - Escapee: Threat - Criteria, qu 591 Justice - Family Violence: Maxwell, Lori (Truro) - Report Table, qu 1684 Justice 118 HANSARD INDEX

Justice - Freedom of Information Act: Information - Release Policy, qu 917 Justice - Human Rights Commission Review (Phase I): Law Professors (Black) - Consultation Lack Explain, qu 3907 Justice - Jail (Burnside): Occupancy - Time Frame, qu 3562 Justice - Jail/Forensic Hospital: Dartmouth North - Benefits Enumerate (res. 199), n 471 Justice - Jake Brakes: Legislation - Fine Amounts, qu 1085 Justice: Nova Scotia Election Committee - Consultation, qu 1698 Justice - Prostitution Education Program: Organizers - Congratulations (res. 419), n 983, app 984 Justice - Public Prosecution Service: Director - Recruitment, qu 1219 Justice - Public Prosecutions: Director - Hire, qu 1083, qu 4261 Justice - Restorative Justice Program - Expansion, 5 Justice - Shelburne County: Rifle Range - Construct (petition), 169 Justice - Small Business: Rights - Protection, qu 2823 Justice - Smoking Ban: Guards - Equipment Provision Congratulations (res. 602), n 1401 Justice - Springhill Police Force: Minister - Investigate, qu 3661 Justice - Springhill Police Force: Problems - Ministerial Action, qu 3483 Justice - Tobacco Fines: Finance Minister - Discussions, qu 1029 Justice - User Fees: Legislation - Accounting, qu 924 Justice - Vehicle Compliance Officers: Cutback - Decision Details, qu 3041 Justice: Vehicle Compliance Officers - Privatization, qu 3490 Justice Administration Amendment (2001) Act (Bill 25), 1st 889, 2nd 3973, 3rd 4484, RA4544

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Kane, Mrs. Mary Jane - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (res. 1504), n 4314 Katikos, Rena - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: French Language Speaking Competition - Congratulations (res. 363), n 850, app 850 Keating, Charles - Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre Foundation: Commitments - Thank (res. 1296), n 3801, app 3802 Keddy, Charles, Doris, Treasure, Phillip and Amber: Farm Family of the Year - Congratulations (res. 546), n 1287, app 1288 Kelly, Terry - University of King’s College: Honorary Degree - Congratulations (res. 868), n 2417, app 2417 Kenney, N.R. Logging Ltd. - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Award: Employers/Employers - Congratulations (res. 1175), n 3505 Kenny, D.B. Fisheries Ltd. - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Award: Employers/Employees - Congratulations (res. 1166), n 3501 Kentville, Town of; Municipal Operations, Construction and Maintenance - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Award: Employers/Employees - Congratulations (res. 1173), n 3504 Kidd, Ms. Pat 119 HANSARD INDEX

Kidd, Ms. Pat: Education Week Award - Congratulations (res. 740), n 1941, app 1942 Kikuchi, David - Gymnastics: Medals - Congratulations (res. 706), n 1791, app 1791 Kings County Citizens for Community Well Being - Members: Work - Commend (res. 1366), n 3950, app 3950 Kings North - Acadians, 92 Kings North: Constituency - Description, 90 Kings North - Constituents, 90 Kings North - Loyalists, 92 Kings North Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Government (Nova Scotia) Policy: Comments - Substance (res. 971), n 2797 Kings North: Mi’kmaq - Contribution, 91 Kings North - Planters, 92 Kings South - Video Lottery Terminals (VLTs): Minister - Plebiscite Request (res. 321), n 754 Kings West - Constituency, 151 Kings West: Constituency - Organizations, 151 Kingsport Wharf - Reclamation Project: Participants - Congratulations (res. 539), n 1282, app 1283 Kingston, 152 Knol Farms/Knol, Henry: Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) Certification - Congratulations (res. 330), n 820

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Labour - Department: Fire Marshal’s Office/Public Safety Division - Merger, 871 Labour - Health and Safety Inspectors: Number - Adequacy (Adj. motion), 1888 Labour - Health and Safety Inspectors: Number - Adequacy (res. 704), n 1789 Labour - Meadowview Landfill: Deal - Details, 870 Labour Standards Code (Bill 53), 1st 2993, 2nd 3840 Labour Standards Code (Bill 58), 1st 3629 Lada, Raj: Collaborative Research and Development Grant - Congratulations (res. 447), n 1009, app 1009 Ladies Auxiliary (East Preston) - Elder Members: Honour - Commend (res. 791), n 2068, app 2068 Lake Charlotte Union Church: Anniversary (100th) - Congratulations (res. 900), n 2545, app 2545 Lake District Recreation Association - Sackville: Service - Thank (res. 723), n 1928, app 1929 Lake District Recreation Association - Sackville: Volunteers - Honourees Congratulations (res. 845), n 2326, app 2326 Lake, Karen 120 HANSARD INDEX

Lake, Karen - Chignecto-Central Regional School Board: Science Fair - Prize (1st) Congratulations (res. 1413), n 4027, app 4028 Lamothe, Guillaume - Canadian Parents for French: Public Speaking Competition - Achievement Congratulations (res. 1397), n 4014, app 4015 Lamp Cabin Dining Room and Lounge (Springhill) - Community Efforts: Owners/Manager - Congratulations (res. 1354), n 3935 Land Ownership (Non-Resident) - Voluntary Planning: Task Force - Expansion Congratulations (res. 592), n 1393, app 1394 Land Registration Act (Bill 1), 1st 40, 2nd 205, 3rd 4125, RA 4543 Landry, Kevin - Workplace Education Program: Commitment - Commend (res. 672), n 1676, app 1676 Landsdowne Outdoor Recreation Development Association (LORDA) - Seniors/Disabled: Executive Director/Board of Directors - Contributions (res. 1103), n 3257, app 3258 Langford, Sam - Memory Preservation: Weymouth Falls - Citizens Congratulations (res. 458), n 1017, app 1018 Langille, Glen - Central Annapolis Valley Chamber of Commerce: Business Person of the Year - Congratulations (res. 771), n 2053, app 2053 Langille, Lee - President: Pictou County Chamber of Commerce - Appointment Congratulations (res. 1157), n 3466, app 3466 LANGILLE, Mr. William (Colchester North - PC) Petition Presented Transportation and Public Works - College Road: Colchester County - Repave, 558 Resolutions 313 Great Village and District Fire Brigade - Anniversary (75th): Chief/Members - Congratulations, n 748, app 748 343 Boyd, Ivan - Shoreline Journal: Volunteer of the Month - Congratulations, n 831, app 832 395 Debert Arena - Expansion: Community Fund Raising - Congratulations, n 898, app 898 446 Agriculture and Fisheries - Maple Producers: Colchester and Cumberland Counties - Commend/Visit, n 1008, app1008 597 Timberlea-Prospect Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Yarmouth Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Apologies - Offer, n 1397 638 Canada/Norway - Military: World War II - Participants Remember, n 1534, app 1534 694 Smith, Kathryn - Novel: Release - Congratulations, n 1782, app 1782 Langley, Brian: Dr. Hugh A. Noble Award - Congratulations (res. 1479), n 4231, app 4231 LaPierre, Dr. Louis - l’Université Sainte-Anne: Honorary Degree - Congratulations (res. 895), n 2541, app 2541 Larsen Packers, 152 Laureijs, Steven - Cubs: Badges - Completion Commend (res. 983), n 2806, app 2806 Laureijs, Steven - Cubs: Badges - Completion Congratulations (res. 872), n 2420, app 2420 Laurie Lodge No. 70: Anniversary (125th) - Congratulations (res. 1570), n 4447 Law Amendments Committee (reports tabled), 1180, 1180, 2699, 3734, 3792, 3867, 3931, 4216 Law Reform Commission 121 HANSARD INDEX

Law Reform Commission - Funding: Law Foundation (Nova Scotia) - Commend (res. 1550), n 4352, app 4353 LeBlanc, Cathy - Realty World Atlantic: Sales Rating - Congratulations (res. 1013), n 2927, app 2928 LeBlanc, Dana/McLeod, Gordon - Royal Canadian Legion Cribbage Championship: Good Luck - Wishes Extend (res. 1107), n 3348 LeBlanc, Dennis - Eastern Shore District High School: Government/Politics - Course Commend (res. 1001), n 2918, app2919 LEBLANC, Hon. Neil (Argyle - PC) Bills Introduced 11 Financial Measures (2001) Act, 1st 452, 2nd 619, 876, 951 30 Financial Measures (2001) Act, 1st 1073, 2nd 1162, 1335, 1407, 1555, 1631, 1818, 1896, 1952, 1958, 1959, 2071, 2228, 2295, 2456, 3rd 4057, RA 4544 Estimates: Committee of the Whole House (CWH) on Supply - Referred (res. 1), 354 Finance - Bracket Creep: Tax Raise - Minister Recognize (Adj. motion), 3777 Financial Measures (2001) Act (Bill 11), 619 Financial Measures (2001) Act (Bill 30), 2310, 4057, 4071 Fundamental Tax Reform Committee Act (Bill 50), 3583 House of Assembly Act (Bill 13), 718 Budget Speech (29/03/01) [Estimates (2001-02) res. 1)]; 354-373 Agriculture and Fisheries: Agriculture Development Institute - Operation, 361 Agriculture and Fisheries: Blueberry Drink - Production, 359 Agriculture and Fisheries - Illegal Fishing: Cessation Programs - Funding, 361 Agriculture and Fisheries - Ocean Nutrition: Supplements - Production, 359 Budget (2001-002): Spending - Details, 357 Budget (Nova Scotia) (2001-02) - Health: Care - Investments, 355 Civil Service: Size - Reduction, 358 Collective Bargaining - Process: Treasury - Effects, 358 Community Services - National Child Benefit: Increases - Recipients, 367 Community Services - Nova Scotia Child Benefit: Increases/Changes - Details, 367 Community Services - Social Assistance: Reform - Initiatives, 360 Economic: Disparities - Regional, 358 Economic Development: Infrastructure - Changes, 356 Economic Development: Nova Scotia Business Inc. - Creation, 361 Economic Development: Nova Scotia Resources Limited - Sale, 355 Economic Development: Success - Ingredients, 356 Economy (Nova Scotia): Jobs - Creation, 355 Economy (Nova Scotia) - Status, 355, 369 Education - Active Young Readers Program: Expansion - Funding, 368 Education - Career Options: School Programs - Implementation, 360 Education - Community College: Funding - Additional, 360 Education - Community College: Virtual Campus - Expansion, 360 Education: Information Management - Funding, 367 LeBlanc-Budget Speech 122 HANSARD INDEX

Education - Nova Scotia Agricultural College: Research - Details, 359 Education - Nova Scotia School for Adult Learning: Funding - Allocation, 360 Education - Public Schools: Budget - Increases, 369 Education - Research: Funding - Investment, 359 Education - Schools: Computers - Placement, 359 Education - Special Needs: Funding - Increases, 369 Education - Students: Code of Conduct - Funding, 369 Education - Universities: Capital Projects - Funding Cessation, 369 Education - Universities: Operating Funds - Increases, 369 Education - Youth Pathways and Transitions Programs: Implementation - Schedule, 360 Environment and Labour: Canada-Nova Scotia Infrastructure Program - Funding, 363 Environment and Labour - Greenhouse Gases: Reduction - Funding, 364 Environment and Labour - Water: Safety Regulations - Introduction, 363 Finance: Accountability - Importance, 357 Finance - Budget: Spending - Details, 357 Finance - Budget (2002-2003): Balance - Achieved, 355 Finance - Debt-Servicing: Costs - Forecasting, 358 Finance: Deficit (2000-01) - Status, 356 Finance: Deficit (2001-02) - Estimate, 356 Finance: Estimates - Details, 357 Finance: Fiscal Management - Aims, 358 Finance: Fiscal Stability - Imminence, 356 Finance: Fiscal Target - Status, 355 Finance - Revenue: Gains - Status, 357 Finance - Tax System: Review - Report Inclusion, 362 Finance - Tobacco Tax: Increase - Goals, 364 Government (Nova Scotia): Skills Strategy - Development, 360 Health - Care: System - Evolution, 364 Health - Children: Special Needs - Funding, 366 Health - Community Health Boards: Funding - Details, 364 Health - District Health Authorities: Funding - Increases, 366 Health - Home Care: Funding - Increases, 365 Health - Hospitals: Patient Fees - Details, 365 Health: Information Management - Funding, 367 Health: Nursing Strategy - Implementation, 366 Health - Pharmacare: Equity/Access - Ensure, 365 Natural Resources - Energy Strategy: Initiative - Funding, 364 Natural Resources - Forestry: Practices - Sustainability, 362 Natural Resources: Offshore - Future, 358 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Access Nova Scotia: Offices - Expansion, 363 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Nova Scotia Business Registry - Expansion, 363 LeBlanc-Budget Speech 123 HANSARD INDEX

Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Registry 2000 - Implementation, 363 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Service Nova Scotia Express - Implementation, 363 Sports - Nova Scotia Sport and Recreation Commission: Funding - Increases, 364 Sysco - Closure, 355 Tourism and Culture - Activities: Export-Focused - Funding, 361 Tourism and Culture: Investment - Increase, 361 Tourism and Culture - Museums: Funding - Reallocation, 361 Transportation and Public Works: Budget - Increases, 362 Transportation and Public Works: Funding - Increase, 356 Halifax-Dartmouth Bridge Commission, 2414 Nova Scotia Resources Limited (NSRL) - Profits (2000/01): Information - Premier Provide (Adj. motion), 3667 Reports Tabled Halifax-Dartmouth Bridge Commission, 2414 Law Amendments Committee, 2699 Nova Scotia Gaming Corporation, 3510 Public Accounts, Supplement to, 517 Resolutions 1 Estimates - Committee of the Whole House on Supply n 34, d 354, d 478, referred, 506 6 Acadian Affairs - Acadian/Francophone Community: Contribution - Recognize, n 38, app 39 282 Garron, Robert - Royal Canadian Legion: Zone Commander - Election Congratulations, n 664, app 665 426 d’Eon’s Bakery: Owners - Congratulations, n 992, app 993 453 Jacquard, Donnie: Ducks Unlimited Pewter Teal Award - Congratulations, n 1013, app 1014 1017 d’Entremont, Jesse - Drumlin Heights Consolidated School: School-Naming Contest - Win Congratulations, n 2930, app 2931 1171 East Side Fisheries Ltd. - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Award: Employers/Employees - Congratulations, n 3503 1287 Acadian Games (17th Regional): Participants/Volunteers - Congratulations, n 3794, app 3795 1468 Expenditure Control Act - Exceed: Approval - Request, n 4222 Sydney Casino Profits Distribution Act (Bill 46), 4290 LeCain, Josh - South Shore District Science Fair: Achievements - Congratulations (res. 639), n 1534, app 1535 Leefe, John - University of King’s College: Honorary Degree - Congratulations (res. 803), n 2187, app 2187 LeFort, Charlie/MacDonald, Karen - Boston Marathon: Participation - Congratulations (res. 491), n 1115, app 1116 LeGard, Derek 124 HANSARD INDEX

LeGard, Derek: Tourism Industry Association of Nova Scotia (TIANS) Pineapple Award - Congratulations (res. 445), n1007, app 1008 LeGard, Derek: Tourism Industry Association of Nova Scotia (TIANS) Pineapple Award - Congratulations (res. 797), n 2175 Legislation - Clauses (Indefensible): Government (Nova Scotia) - Withdraw (res. 1048), n 3015 Legislative Library: Staff - Congratulations/Thank (res. 40), n 65, app 65 Legislature - Staff: Appreciation - Extend, 69 Lewis, Maud - Folk Festival: Organizers - Congratulations (res. 1061), n 3220 Lewis, Sarah Lee - Mermaid Theatre: Order of Canada - Congratulations (res. 1588), n 4463, app 4463 Liberal Caucus - Commitment, 88 Liberal Caucus - Role, 238 Liberal Party - Alternatives, 238 Liberal Party: Office - Relocation (res. 869), n 2418 Liberal Party - Status, 231 Liberal Party (Nova Scotia) - Annual Meeting: Finance Minister (Canada) - Offshore Policy Explain (res. 562), n 1359 Liberal Party (Nova Scotia) - Annual Meeting: Success - Wish (res. 561), n 1359 Liberal Party (Nova Scotia) - Annual Meeting: Volunteers - Congratulations (res. 581), n 1385, app 1385 Licensed Practical Nurses Act (Bill 19), 1st 652, 2nd 3703, 3rd 4129, RA 4544 Licensed Practical Nurses Act/Registered Nurses Act: Second Reading - Call (res. 1144), n 3456 Licensed Practical Nurses Day (09/05/01) - Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs): Gratitude - Extend (res. 1003), n 2920 Lieutenant-Governor (Freeman, Hon. Myra): Congratulations, 79 Liens Act (Bill 22), 1st 844 Lifestyle (2001) Home Construction: Partners - Congratulations (res. 1237), n 3674 Lighthouse Day (2001): Participants - Congratulations (res. 676), n 1767 Lighthouse Day (Nova Scotia) - Information: Web Site - Participants Congratulations (res. 907), n 2550, app 2551 Lighthouse Day (Nova Scotia) - Organizers: Efforts - Congratulations (res. 1207), n 3532, app 3532 Lindsey, Cal - Army Cadet League: Executive Vice-President - Election Congratulations (res. 693), n 1781, app 1782 Lions Club - Community: Work - Commend (res. 673), n 1766 Lismore Community Centre - Fundraiser: Gaelic College - Organizers Congratulations (res. 969), n 2795, app 2796 Lieutenant Governor’s Medals: Recipients (Nova Scotia) - Congratulations (res. 1571), n 4449, app 4450 Livestock Health Services Act (Bill 32), 1st 1105, 2nd 3725, 3rd 4136, RA 4544 Lloyd, Meghann - Acadia University: Athenaeum Student of the Year Award - Congratulations (res. 1180), n 3511, app 3511 Lobbyists’ Registration Act (Bill 5), 1st 41 Lobbyists’ Registration Act (Bill 7), 1st 104, 2nd 408 Lobster Season - Fishers: Safe/Successful Season - Wishes Extend (res. 1100), n 3255, app 3255 Lockview High School 125 HANSARD INDEX

Lockview High School - Fast for Famine: Students - Efforts Recognize (res. 715), n 1797, app 1798 Looke, Andy and Wendy - Canadian Woodlot Forum: Outstanding Contractor of the Year Award - Congratulations (res. 1443), n 4094, app 4095 Looke, Andy and Wendy - Canadian Woodlot Forum: Outstanding Contractor of the Year Award - Congratulations (res. 1515), n 4320 Louisbourg, Fortress - Government (Canada): Repairs/Upgrade - Request (res. 1188), n 3517, app 3518 Lowe, Claude and Marian - Annapolis County Rural Beautification Committee: Award - Congratulations (res. 1482), n 4233, app 4234 Loyalists: Kings County - Influence, 93 Ludlow Family - Home Rebuilding: Community - Effort Congratulations (res. 623), n 1522, app 1523 Ludlow Family - Home Rebuilding: Participants/Volunteers - Congratulations (res. 494), n 1117, app 1118 Lunenburg Board of Trade - Visitor Service Centre: Opening - Congratulations (res. 1491), n 4240, app 4241 Lunenburg West Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Former Finance Minister: Track Record - Remember (res. 541), n 1284 Lutley, Fred and Janet: Anniversary (50th) - Congratulations (res. 1053), n 3021 Lutley, Fred and Janet: Anniversary (50th) - Congratulations (res. 1087), n 3246, app 3246 Lutz, Dorothy - Sackville Heights Junior High School: Outstanding Service Award - Congratulations (res. 1521), n 4323

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MACASKILL, Mr. Kenneth (Victoria - L) Bill Introduced 36 Bras d’Or Lakes Conservation Act, 1st 1275 District of Barrington Health Professionals Assistance Act (Bill 54), 4419, 4428 Education - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Allocation (2000-01) - Minister’s Report (res. 778), 2378 Financial Measures (2001) Act (Bill 30), 1644, 1818, 2084 Government (Nova Scotia): Rural Nova Scotia - Abandonment, 1623 Government Restructuring (2001) Act (Bill 20), 2497, 2516, 2852, amdt. moved “bill be read six months hence”, 2868, 3087, 3418 Natural Resources - Clear-Cutting: Action Plan - Minister Introduce (res. 947), 2982 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber: Agreement - Exemption Status (Adjournment of House [Rule 43]), 1756 Order of Nova Scotia Act (Bill 10), 805 Petition Presented Transportation and Public Works - Middle River: Bridge - Replace, 2788 MacAskill-Questions (Oral) 126 HANSARD INDEX

Questions (Oral) Environment and Labour - Bras d’Or Lakes: Dwellings - Septic Systems Monitoring, 2363 Health - Emergency Health Services (EHS): Response Times - Minister Decrease, 1691 Health - Physician Shortage: Inverness County - Replacement Time Frame, 1080 Health: St. Anns Area - Ambulance Service, 2834 Natural Resources - Forestry: Harvesting Practices - Safety, 594 Natural Resources - Hunting Licences: Fee Increases - Justification, 1297 Natural Resources - Memorial High School: Department of Natural Resources Officer - Firearms Policy Explain, 2936 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber (Canada): Tariffs (United States) - Minister (Nova Scotia)/Minister (Canada) Discuss, 1681 Natural Resources - Tobeatic Wilderness Area: Camping - Ministerial Order, 406 Tourism and Culture - Cape Breton: American Bookings - Decrease, 307 Tourism and Culture: Privatization (Government Resorts) - Time Frame, 3833 Transportation and Public Works - Bras d’Or Bridge: Deck Replacement - Completion Accelerate, 3555 Transportation and Public Works - Cross Church Bridge: Damage - Departmental Insurance Coverage, 1040 Transportation and Public Works - Cross Church Bridge: Replacement - Reconsider, 3485 Transportation and Public Works - Roads (Secondary): Blue Book Commitment - Intention, 768 Resolutions 22 Premier - Campaign for Fairness: Buchanan, Senator John/Mulroney, Right Honourable Brian - Support Seek, n 52 70 Tourism and Culture - Rankin Memorial School: Gaelic Culture Festival - Congratulations, n 122 90 Transportation and Public Works - Church Cross Bridge (Victoria County): Status - Residents Update, n 180 108 Natural Resources - Softwood Industry: Campaign for Fairness - Premier Lead, n 261, app 262 188 Finance - Cabot Trail: Upgrade - Windfall Employ, n 462 196 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Rural Roads - Problems Coverage, n 469 216 Natural Resources - StoraEnso: Forestry Management - Congratulations, n 522, app 523 222 Ski Cape Smokey - Season: Success - Congratulations, n 527, app 527 242 Tourism and Culture - Bell Bay Golf Club: Managers/Operators - Congratulations, n 565, app 565 273 Water - Contamination: Nova Scotians - Premier Call, n 658 318 Transportation and Public Works - Englishtown Ferry: Refit Schedule - Public Hearing, n 752 336 Tartan Day: Gaelic History - Celebrate, n 825, app 826 MacAskill-Resolutions 127 HANSARD INDEX

349 Vial of Life Program - Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) (Ingonish Beach Detachment): Volunteers - Congratulations, n 835, app 836 363 Katikos, Rena - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: French Language Speaking Competition - Congratulations, n 850, app 850 392 Victoria County Community Access Project: Conference - Congratulations, n 896, app 896 431 Colchester-Musquodoboit Valley Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA)/Health Minister - Politics (Provincial): Role - Re-examine, n 996 512 Sports - Baddeck Academy Broncos: Provincial Hockey Tournament - Victory Congratulations, n 1191, app 1191 530 Bras d’Or Stewardship Society - Preservation: Efforts - Congratulations, n 1276, app 1276 584 Economic Development - Wagmatcook Culture and Heritage Centre: Development - Congratulations, n 1387, app 1388 619 Environment and Labour - Bras d’Or Lakes: Water Quality - Problems Target, n 1519, app 1520 699 Natural Resources - Canada-United States Lumber Agreement: Premier - Dispute Resolve, n 1785 732 Tourism and Culture - Attractions Canada Top 10: Cape Breton Winners (5) - Congratulations, n 1935, app 1936 747 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber Industries: Lobbyist - Employ, n 1947 769 Health - Ambulance Attendants: Rural Nova Scotia - Number Increase, n 2051 808 Tourism and Culture - Gaelic Culture: Support - Maintain, n 2191, app 2192 824 Big Bras d’Or - Fire Department/Fire Ladies: Efforts - Congratulations, n 2204, app 2204 844 Health - Doctor Shortage: Minister - Resolve, n 2325 870 Tourism and Culture - Baddeck Gathering Ceilidhs: Minister - Support, n 2418 965 Transportation and Public Works - Middle River Residents: Petition - Minister Heed, n 2792 980 Nova Scotia Liquor Commission (NSLC) - Sunday Sales Policy: Nova Scotians - Minister Consult, n 2803 1006 National Forestry Week (06-12/05/01) - Forestry Industry: Participants - Sustainability Practise, n 2922, app 2923 1027 Fuller, Catherine Ann - Strait-Highland Regional Development Association: Interim Director - Appointment Congratulations, n 3000 1073 Tourism and Culture - Gaelic Language/Culture: Acceptance - Congratulations, n 3235, app 3236 1127 Community Policing Program - Boularderie Elementary School: Development - Congratulations, n 3365, app 3366 1136 Celtic Brew - Directors: Efforts - Best Wishes Offer, n 3372, app 3372 1266 Government (Nova Scotia) - User Fees: Increase - Condemn, n 3744 1339 Baddeck Lions Club: Anniversary (50th) - Congratulations, n 3892, app 3892 1363 Cabot Trail Relay - Athletes/Organizers: Best Wishes - Offer, n 3947, app 3948 MacAskill-Resolutions 128 HANSARD INDEX

1406 Celtic Colours/Pier 21 - Attractions Canada: Prizes - Congratulations, n 4022, app 4022 1583 Transportation and Public Works - Church Bridge Replacement: Victoria Residents/Minister - Meeting Schedule, n 4459, app 4459 1597 Health - Physician Recruitment: Government (Nova Scotia) - Leadership Assume, n 4469 Scalers Act (Bill 33), 3730, 4138 Supply Motion, 935-938 Agriculture and Fisheries - Bounty Bay Mussel Farm: Lease - Application Support, 937 Community Services: Department - Changes, 937 Community Services: Education/Income Assistance Program - Problems, 937 Tourism: Victoria - Importance, 936 Transportation and Public Works - Middle River: Bridge - Repair, 936 Victoria: Constituency - Concerns, 935 Victoria: Unemployment - Rate, 936 Transportation Amendments (2001) Act (Bill 21), 4133 MacCarthy, June: PanCanadian Student Choice Award - Congratulations (res. 253), n 573, app 573 MacCulloch, Melanie Dawn - St. Francis Xavier (F.X.) University: Bachelor of Information Systems (BIS) Graduation - Congratulations (res. 1563), n 4443 MacDonald, Adrienne - Springhill: Youth Volunteers of the Year - Congratulations (res. 987), n 2905 MacDonald, Alex - Death of: Family/Friends/Associates - Condolences Offer (res. 1114), n 3355, app 3356 MacDonald, Anne: Francis (Bud) MacKay Award - Congratulations (res. 660), n 1667, app 1667 MacDonald, Bill, 1325 MacDonald, Candace - Millwood High School: Exemplary Participation Award - Congratulations (res. 1518), n 4321 MacDonald, Clayton: Bravery Award - Congratulations (res. 1263), n 3741, app 3742 MacDonald, Clayton: Bravery Awards - Congratulations (res. 1382), n 3962, app 3962 MacDonald, Helen: Best Wishes - Extend (res. 766), n 2049, app 2050 MacDonald, Helen - Nova Scotia: Dedication - Recognize (res. 655), n 1663, app 1663 MACDONALD, Mr. Manning (Cape Breton South - L) Address in Reply; 135-151 Cape Breton North Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Equalization Program: Backbenchers Impact, 137 Cape Breton North Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Sysco Equipment: Sydney - Retention Urge, 140 Connections Nova Scotia - Demise, 143 Economic Development: Call Centres - Importance, 144 Economic Development - Cape Breton and Central Nova Scotia Railway: Impact - Details, 142 Economic Development - Minister: University Collegé of Cape Breton Visit - Security, 149 MacDonald, Manning-Address in Reply 129 HANSARD INDEX

Economic Development: Nova Scotia Business Development Corporation - Elimination, 144 Economic Development - Nova Scotia Business Inc., 145 Economic Development: Sydney - Diversification, 139 Education - Cape Breton South: Schools - Replace, 146 Education - Cape Breton South: Schools - State, 146 Government (Canada): Transfers - Amount, 136 Government (Nova Scotia) - Political Ads: Cessation - Promise Breach, 143 Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) - Constituents: Wishes - Represent, 138 Natural Resources - Energy Policy: Government (Nova Scotia) - Plans, 136 Natural Resources - Energy Policy: Government (Nova Scotia) - Promises, 136 Natural Resources - NSRL: Sale - Details, 138 Natural Resources - Offshore Potential: Speech from the Throne - Treatment, 135 Natural Resources - Premier: Agreements - Consistency Lack, 136 Offshore: Vision - Lack, 147 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Equalization Program: Backbenchers - Stance, 137 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Property Tax: Revenues - Distribution, 137 Speech from the Throne: Cape Breton - Relevance, 148 Speech from the Throne: Initiatives - Reannouncements, 135 Speech from the Throne - Initiatives: Reannouncements - Lists, 135 Sysco - Assets: Liquidation - Details, 142 Sysco - Closure: Cape Breton and Central Nova Scotia Railway -Impact, 140 Sysco - Employees: Pension - Eligibility, 141 Sysco - Equipment: Cape Breton Municipality - Offer, 143 Sysco: Sale - Contents, 140 Sysco - Sale: Duferco - European Meetings, 141 Sysco - Sale: Marine Equipment - Retention Explain, 139 Sysco - Steelworkers: Protection - Premier Promises, 141 Adjournment of House (Rule 43): Natural Resources - Prince Colliery: Closure - Economic Impact, 3616 District of Barrington Health Professionals Assistance Act (Bill 54), 4514 Energy Resources Conservation Act/Pipeline Act (Bill 14), 3986, 4482 Financial Measures (2001) Act (Bill 11), 956 Financial Measures (2001) Act (Bill 30), 2243 Government Restructuring (2001) Act (Bill 20), 2525, 2556 Health - Care Workers: Minister - Apologize (res. 661), 2391 House of Assembly Act (Bill 13), 717 Natural Resources - Prince Colliery: Closure - Economic Impact (Rule 43), 3616 Nova Scotia Business Inc.: Value - Recognize (res. 985), 3564 Nova Scotia Resources Limited (NSRL) - Profits (2000/01: Information - Premier Provide (Adj. motion), 3670 MacDonald, Manning-Questions (Oral) 130 HANSARD INDEX

Questions (Oral) Economic Development - Cape Breton: Movie/Television Location - Promotion Explain, 3823 Economic Development - Cape Breton and Central Nova Scotia Railway: Viability - Minister’s Actions, 401 Economic Development - Economy (Nova Scotia): Slowdown - Minister, 2938 Economic Development - Economy (Southwestern Nova Scotia): Unemployment - Concern, 926 Economic Development - Sobeys: Government Assistance - Job Transfers, 1211 Education - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Transition Plan - Minister Accept, 2219 Education - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Transition Plan - Minister Read, 2820 Education - Sacred Heart School: Repairs - Completion Time Frame, 3481 Health - Care System: Wage Parity - Minister Commit, 2439 Natural Resources - Energy Strategy: Consultation - Adequacy, 1309 Natural Resources - Natural Gas: Pipeline (Nova Scotia Bypass) - Premier Oppose, 3032 Natural Resources - Natural Gas: Processing Onshore - Premier Demand, 694 Petroleum Directorate - Expansion: Minister - Commit, 3558 Petroleum Directorate - Laurentian Basin: Boundary Dispute - Premier’s Involvement, 3757 Petroleum Directorate - Oil Companies: Royalties - Department Expertise, 3659 Petroleum Directorate - Oil-Based Drilling Mud: Disposal - Environmental Regulations, 4251 Petroleum Directorate - Petrochemical Industries: Opportunities (Nova Scotia) - Equality Ensure, 1221 Petroleum Directorate - Petroleum Minister: Full Time - Premier Commit, 3815 Petroleum Directorate - Sable Tier II: Nova Scotia Content - Ensure, 2444 Sysco: Marine Equipment - Use, 312 Sysco - Payments: Ernest & Young - Justify, 705 Tourism and Culture - Media Industries: Department - Development Plans, 2226 Resolutions 10 Cape Breton North/Halifax Fairview - By-Elections: Candidates - Thank, n 43, app 43 33 Economic Development - Cape Breton Growth Fund: Contribution - Government (Nova Scotia), n 60 50 Sydney Academy - Nova Scotia Senior High Debating Championship: Win - Congratulations, n 107, app 108 82 Fitzgerald, Mike - Service (25 years): Multicultural Association of Nova Scotia - Congratulations, n 174, app 175 117 Sysco - Steelworkers: Premier - Election Commitment Honour, n 268 152 Economic Development - Government (Nova Scotia): Economy Strategy - Minister Read, n 379 MacDonald, Manning-Resolutions 131 HANSARD INDEX

161 Service Nova Scotia Municipal Relations - Equalization: Progressive Conservative (PC) Caucus - Premier Consult, n 386 179 Economic Development - Cape Breton: Economic Needs - Invest, n 456 239 Colchester-Musquodoboit Valley/Shelburne/Kings West - Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs): Acting Tips - Learn, n 562 312 Sports - Hockey: Cape Breton Screaming Eagles - Victory Congratulations, n 747, app 748 359 Economic Development - Tesma: Expansion - Congratulations, n 847, app 847 367 Canadian Peacekeeping Service Medals - Cape Breton Ceremony: Recipients - Congratulations, n 853, app 853 561 Liberal Party (Nova Scotia) - Annual Meeting: Success - Wish, n 1359 772 Clarke, Doug - Retirement: Best Wishes - Convey, n 2053, app 2054 841 Natural Resources - Natural Gas: Pipeline (Nova Scotia-New England) - Premier Condemn, n 2323 962 Health - Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant Unit (Atlantic Canada): Expansion - Establish, n 2790, app 2791 977 Natural Resources - Natural Gas: Offshore Negotiations - Premier Explain, n 2801 1000 Natural Resources - Natural Gas: Premier/Minister - Rights Assert, n 2917 1021 Government (Nova Scotia) - Policies: Premier - Familiarize, n 2995 1041 Campaign for Fairness: Government (Nova Scotia) - Rewrite, n 3010 1071 Economic Development - Digby County: Opportunities - Support, n 3233, app 3234 1099 Government (Nova Scotia) - Trade Mission: Georgia - Greetings Send, n 3254, app 3255 1115 MacLeod, Alistair: International IMPAC Dublin Literary Award - Congratulations, n 3356, app 3357 1336 Economic Development - Nova Scotia/New England States: Trade - Encourage, n 3890 1400 Aboud, Crystal: Allister MacIntyre Memorial Trophy/Scholarship - Congratulations, n 4017, app 4018 1414 Morrison, Patricia - University College of Cape Breton (UCCB): President’s Award - Congratulations, n 4028, app 4028 1436 Sports - Hockey: Saint John Flames - Calder Cup Victory Congratulations, n 4089, app 4089 1577 Natural Resources - Natural Gas: Premier - Situation Control, n 4454 1595 International Air Show - Sydney Kinsmen: Congratulations - Attendance Encourage, n 4468, app 4468 Securities Act (Bill 28), 3973 St. Francis Xavier University Millennium Centre Grant Act (Bill 24), 4141 Sydney Casino Profits Distribution Act (Bill 46), 4296 Transportation Amendments (2001) Act (Bill 21), 3724 MacDonald, Mary Jess 132 HANSARD INDEX

MacDonald, Mary Jess - Nova Scotia School Boards Association (NSSBA): Member Recognition Award - Congratulations (res. 1477), n 4229, app 4230 MacDonald, Mary Jess - Nova Scotia School Boards Association (NSSBA): School Board Member Recognition Award - Congratulations (res. 1306), n 3809, app 3810 MACDONALD, Ms. Maureen (Halifax Needham - NDP) Bill Introduced 2 Public Services Protection Act, 1st 41 Education - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Allocation (2000-01) - Minister’s Report (res. 778), 2374 Education - Janitorial Strike: Government (Nova Scotia) - Settle (res. 360), 1052 Financial Measures (2001) Act (Bill 30), 1335, 1343, 1896, 2259 Government Restructuring (2001) Act (Bill 20), 2518, 3049, 3392 House of Assembly - Legislators: Female - Numbers Increase (Adj. motion), 2397 Optometry Act (Bill 17), 4127 Questions (Oral) Community Services: Daycare (High School) - Assistance, 3036 Community Services - Harbour House: Funding - Status, 3830 Community Services - Transition Houses: Funding - Adequacy, 1205 Education - Advanced Studies Program: Curriculum - Table, 3912 Education - Advanced Studies Program: Curriculum Development - Clarify, 3759 Education - Annapolis Valley Regional School Board: Bus Accidents - Investigation Policy, 3660 Education - Annapolis Valley Regional School Board: Bus Service - Accident Investigate, 3031 Education - Annapolis Valley Regional School Board: Bus Service - Complaints Investigate, 1705 Education - Budget (2001-02): University Funding - Cuts Explain, 588 Education - Custodians Strike: School Board Contingency Plan - Condemn, 711 Education - Halifax Regional School Board: Strike Settlement - Minister’s Interest, 2344 Education - Halifax Regional School Board Custodian Strike: Replacements - Security Policy, 301 Education - Janitorial Strike: Halifax Regional School Board - Misinformation Investigate, 2340 Education - Janitorial Strike: Minister - Halt, 1815 Education - Janitorial Strike: Minister - Settle, 2214 Education - Janitorial Strike: Privatization - Minister’s Actions, 3910 Education - Knowledge House: Advanced Studies Program - Fees, 4248 Education - Knowledge House: Contract - Details, 3477 Education - Knowledge House: Contract - Effects, 3653 Education - Knowledge House Contract: Intellectual Property - Rights, 3651 Education - Knowledge House Contract: Tendering Laws - Breach, 3761 MacDonald, Maureen-Questions (Oral) 133 HANSARD INDEX

Education - Pictou County School: Original Agreement - Honour, 1136 Education - Private Company/Business Courses: Arts and Humanities - Bias, 4250 Education: School (Pictou County) - Location, 2366 Education - School Boards: Funding - Increase, 3554 Education - School Boards: Representatives (African-Canadian) - Funding Adequacy, 3546 Education - School Closures: Department - Reasons Explain, 1210 Education - Special Needs: Funding - Adequacy, 403 Education - Student Loans: Colleges/Universities - Designation, 189 Education - Student Loans: Colleges/Universities - Designation Policy Table, 296 Education - Tuition Fees/Job Prospects: Relationship - Explain, 1802 Education - Universities: Capital Funding - Removal Explain, 1692 Environment and Labour - Janitorial Strike: Mediator - Appointment, 2940 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Schools - Safety Priority, 397 Human Resources - Offshore Employment: Gender Inequity - Explain, 1544 Human Resources - Public Service Careers: Youth - Incentives, 1547 Resolutions 9 Sports - Basketball Canadian Inter-University Athletic Union (CIAU) Championships (Men): St. Francis Xavier (F.X.)/Staff/Officials - Congratulations, n 42, app 43 38 Community Services - 8 Manor Opening: Northwoodcare Inc./Deafness Advocacy Association - Congratulations, n 63, app 64 52 Women, Status of - Warner, Rita (Chair): Election - Congratulations, n 109, app 109 109 Women, Status of - Women’s Executive Network: Nova Scotia - Welcome, n 262, app 262 179 Economic Development - Cape Breton: Economic Needs - Invest, n 456 181 Health - Long-Term Care: Cuts - Withdraw, n 457 202 Education - Budget Cuts: Job Opportunities - Effect, n 473 215 Halifax Regional Library - Virtual Branch: Initiative - Commend, n 522, app 522 238 Education - Children: Interests - Priority, n 562 269 Education - Custodial Strike: Resolution - Encourage, n 655 341 Education - Anti-Violence Conference: Joseph Howe School - Participants Congratulations, n 829, app 830 360 Education - Janitorial Strike: Government (Nova Scotia) - Settle, n 848, d 1052 376 Education - Student Council Presidents: Provincial Council Association - Formation, n 859, app 860 433 McCulloch, Thomas - Memory Preservation: Volunteers - Congratulations, n 997, app 998 481 Hamilton, Sylvia - Nancy’s Chair in Women’s Studies (Mount Saint Vincent University [MSVU]): Appointment - Congratulations, n 1108, app 1108 495 Elder Transcript Web Site - Digby: Participants - Congratulations, n 1118, app 1119 560 North End Community Teen Health Centre - Opening: Participants - Congratulations, n 1358, app 1358 583 Education - System: Participants - Congratulations, n 1387 MacDonald, Maureen-Resolutions 134 HANSARD INDEX

654 Institute for Early Childhood Education: Anniversary (25th) - Congratulations, n 1662, app 1663 695 Halifax Regional School Board: Public Relations Campaign - Forgo, n 1783 725 Education - Janitorial Strike: Health/Education Ministers - Schools Visit, n 1930 743 Cancer Care Nova Scotia - Priority: Premier/Health Ministers - Commitment Honour, n 1944 770 Education - Bucks for Books: Participants - Congratulations, n 2052, app 2052 793 River John - Library and Innovation Centre: Friends of the River John Library - Congratulations, n 2069, app 2070 804 Education - Halifax Regional School Board/Nova Scotia Union of Public Employees (NSUPE): Collective Agreement - Efforts Support, n 2188 823 Halifax Seed Company - Anniversary (135th): Tregunno Family/Staff - Congratulations, n 2203, app 2203 840 Planned Parenthood - Metro Clinic: Anniversary (30th) - Congratulations, n 2322, app 2322 913 Adopt-a-Library Literacy Program - Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) (Pictou County): Creation - Participants Congratulations, n 2554, app 2555 915 Planet Entrepreneur Awards (Atlantic Canada) - Centre for Entrepreneurship Education and Development (CEED): Recipients - Congratulations, n 2641 964 R.B. Dickey/E.B. Chandler Schools - Cumberland: Literacy Initiative - Participants Congratulations, n 2792, app 2792 982 McDaniel, Shawn: Father John MacGillivray Gaelic Summer Scholarship (Scotland) - Congratulations, n 2805, app 2806 1002 Best, Dr. Carrie: Achievements - Honour, n 2919, app 2920 1022 Education - Student Debt Load: Premier/Minister - Reduction Explain, n 2996 1044 Sports - Diving Competition: Matheson, Kaitlyn - Best Wishes Extend, n 3013 1072 Sports - Diving Competition: Matheson, Kaitlyn - Best Wishes Extend, n 3234, app 3235 1091 Health - Mental Health Week (07-13/05/01): Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) - Support, n 3249, app 3249 1123 MacDonald, Susan - Churchill School: Literacy - Dedication Congratulations, n 3362 1146 Maynard, Sarah/Saulnier, Katie - Provincial French Oral Competition: Achievements - Congratulations, n 3457, app 3458 1187 Davis, Jennifer/Fraser, Sarah/MacKay, Tanya/Noseworthy, Graham/Williams, Blair: Kimberly-Clark Scholarships - Congratulations, n 3516, app 3517 1267 Committee on Assembly Matters - Family-Friendly Policy: Promotion - Consider/Report, n 3744 1335 Toyota East - Evergreen Learning Grounds Program: St. Pat’s-Alexandra School - Participants Congratulations, n 3889, app 3890 1359 Sports - Provincial Black Basketball Association: Tournament - Congratulations, n 3944, app 3944 1399 Stewart, Maggie/Sayaid, Shahin: Marriage - Congratulations, n 4016, app 4017 MacDonald, Maureen-Resolutions 135 HANSARD INDEX

1435 MacLeod, Sue - Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM): Poet Laureate - Nomination Congratulations, n 4088, app 4089 1477 MacDonald, Mary Jess - Nova Scotia School Boards Association (NSSBA): Member Recognition Award - Congratulations, n 4229, app 4230 1536 Pettigrew, Mark - Halifax Regional School Board: Golden Apple Award - Congratulations, n 4341, app 4342 1546 Riverside Education Centre - Mi’kmaq Language Program: Chignecto-Central Regional School Board - Applaud, n 4349, app 4350 1582 Ecole St. Joseph-A. MacKay School - Windows on the Past: Production - Congratulations (by Mr. H. Epstein), n 4448, app 4459 Supply Motion, 1142-1145 Africentric Learning Institute: Funding - Reallocation, 1144 Central Halifax Residents Association, 1143 Economic Development - Community Development Corporations: Establishment - Consider, 1145 Government (Nova Scotia) - Halifax: Inner-City - Initiatives, 1144 Government (Nova Scotia) - Social Assistance/University Education: Policy - Rethink, 1145 Government (Nova Scotia) - Social Planning: Policy - Lack, 1142 Novalea Concerned Citizens Association: Crime - Concerns, 1143 Novalea Concerned Citizens Association: Efforts - Progress, 1143 Teachers’ Collective Bargaining Act (Bill 15), 3697, 4125 MACDONALD, Hon. Rodney (Inverness - PC) Agriculture Administration Amendment (2001) Act (Bill 31), 3967, 3972 Bill Introduced 10 Order of Nova Scotia Act, 1st 261, 2nd 507, 549, 801, 4075, 3rd 4473, RA 4543 Education - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Allocation (2000-01) - Minister’s Report (res. 778), 2373 Finance - Tobacco Smuggling: Government (Nova Scotia) - Stance (Adj. motion), 2515 Ministerial Statements Sports: Outdoor Initiatives - Support, 1677 Sports: Recreation Facilities - Upgrade, 3937 Youth Secretariat: Web Site - Launch, 4327 Order of Nova Scotia Act (Bill 10), 507, 4075, 4473 Petition Presented Transportation and Public Works - Cheticamp: Road Clean-up - Denied, 169 Political Process - Parties: Youth - Attract (Adj. motion), 346 Resolutions 5 Tourism and Culture - Scotland-Nova Scotia: Partnership - Encourage, n 37, app 38 7 Sports - Curling: Colleen Jones Team - Best Wishes Convey, n 39, app 40 45 Spacey, Kevin - Academy Awards: Nova Scotia Mention - Applaud, n 103, app 104 MacDonald, Ronald-Resolutions 136 HANSARD INDEX

102 Tourism and Culture - Tourism Partnership Council: Importance - Recognize, n 256, app 257 106 Sports - Bible Hill Elementary School: Fair Play - Achievements Recognize, n 259, app 260 261 Tourism and Culture: Year of the Costume (2000) - Recognize, n 647, app 648 264 Tourism and Culture - Heritage in the Schools: Initiative - Congratulations, n 650, app 650 332 Scottish Clans, Federation of: Tartan Day/Efforts - Recognize, n 822, app 823 333 National Records and Information Management Week (01-07/04/01) - Acknowledge: Professionals - Recognize, n 823, app 823 412 Blakeley, Dr. Phyllis R. Award (2001): Recipients - Congratulations, n 978, app 979 417 Tourism and Culture - Arts Infusion Project: Extension - Congratulations, n 982, app 982 467 Tourism and Culture - Inverness County Tourism and Recreation/Inverness Communications Ltd.: Potential - Promotion, n 1024, app 1025 510 Campaign for Fairness - Municipality of the County of Inverness/Warden/Council: Support - Recognize/Thank, n 1189, app 1190 649 Tourism and Culture - South Shore Tourism Association: Anniversary (40th) - Congratulations, n 1657, app 1658 674 Parks, Natalie: Youth Volunteer of the Year Award - Congratulations, n 1766 697 Doucette, Bertha - Kinette Club (Margaree): Life Membership Award - Acknowledge (by Mr. J. Chataway), n 1784, app 1785 992 Tourism and Culture - Tourism Industry Association of Nova Scotia (TIANS): Recognition of Excellence Dinner - Recipients Congratulations, n 2910, app 2910 995 Tourism and Culture - Tourism Industry Association of Nova Scotia (TIANS): Staff/Board Members - Work Recognize, n 2912, app 2913 1236 International Museum Day (18/05/01) - Acknowledge: Visits - Encourage, n 3643, app 3644 1306 MacDonald, Mary Jess - Nova Scotia School Boards Association (NSSBA): School Board Member Recognition Award - Congratulations, n 3809, app 3810 1314 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Baddeck and Area Youth Action Society - Commend, n 3870 1329 Celtic Colours/Pier 21 - Attractions Canada: National Grand Prize - Congratulations, n 3884, app 3885 1572 MacLellan, Lauchie Dan N. - Legacy Congratulations: Shaw, John - Collection Congratulations, n 4450, app 4451 MacDonald, Reverend Tony, 26 MacDonald, Rose - Bridgeport (Cape Breton) Elementary School: Library Dedication - Congratulations (res. 618), n 1519, app 1519 MacDonald, Ruth - A Collection of Nova Scotia Firsts: Publication - Congratulations (res. 293), n 673, app 673 MacDonald, Susan 137 HANSARD INDEX

MacDonald, Susan - Churchill School: Literacy - Dedication Congratulations (res. 1123), n 3362 MacDonald, Vanessa/Tobey, Neil/Robertson, Warren - Canadian Judo Championships: Best Wishes - Extend (res. 472), n 1076, app 1076 MACDONELL, Mr. John (Hants East - NDP) Address in Reply, 28-31; 69-79 Agriculture and Fisheries - Fuel Rebate Program: Agricultural Sector - Anger Expressed, 30 Agriculture and Fisheries - Genetically Modified Foods: Government (Nova Scotia) - Labelling Program, 30 Amendment, Conservative Platform Commitment Keep, 78 Brand Nova Scotia, 69 Buy Nova Scotia, 69 Cape Breton North - By-Election: Voting - Reasons, 77 Cape Breton North/Halifax Fairview - By-Elections: Liberals - Declaration, 78 Chester-St. Margaret’s Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Return - Welcome, 30 Community Services - Adoption Information: Access - Improve, 70 Community Services - Family Violence: Responses - Improvement, 72 Community Services - Nursing Homes: Assessment Criteria - Modernization, 70 Conclusion, 78 Economic Development - Authority: Community Level, 70 Economic Development - Cape Breton: Industries - Remediation Plan, 70 Education: Active Young Readers Program - Evaluation, 76 Education - Community Colleges: Opportunities - Increased, 70 Education - Loan Remission Program - Restoration, 70 Education - Post-Secondary: Access - Fairness, 70 Education - School Board: Funding (Long Term) - Provide, 70 Education: Schools - Code of Conduct, 77 Education - Schools: Technology - Adequacy, 30 Environment and Labour: Minimum Wage - Effects, 75 Environment and Labour: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle - Efforts, 69 Finance: Budget - Balancing, 75 Finance - Tax: Increases - New Democratic Party (NDP) Expose, 76 Friedenberg, Edgar: Death of - Tribute, 31 Government (Nova Scotia): Accountability - Practice, 70 Government (Nova Scotia) - Actions: New Democratic Party (NDP) - Suggestions, 73 Government (Nova Scotia) - Election: Commitments - Honour, 73 Government (Nova Scotia) - Program Cuts: Results - Measurement, 74 Government (Nova Scotia): Property Tax Base - Downloading, 76 Government (Nova Scotia): Rural Nova Scotia - Abandonment, 29 Halifax Fairview - By-Election Success: Chisholm, Robert - Credit, 77 Halifax Fairview - By-Election Success: MacDonald, Helen - Credit, 77 Hants East - Constituents: Greetings - Bring, 31 MacDonell-Address in Reply 138 HANSARD INDEX

Health - Cancer Care Nova Scotia, 71 Health: Care - Assessment, 69 Health - Care: Changes - Method, 75 Health - Care: Poor Health - Causes, 75 Health: Care - Priority, 74 Health - Care: Spending - Statistics, 74 Health: Care - Wellness and Disease Prevention, 69 Health: Community Health Boards - Health Care and Wellness, 72 Health: Nurses - Recruitment, 74 Health - Patient Navigation System, 71 Health: Professionals - Responsibilities, 69 Health - Smoking: Nova Scotia Rate - Reduction Welcome, 71 House of Assembly - By-Election: Members Elected - Congratulations, 30 House of Assembly: Previous Members Elected - Congratulations, 30 Legislature - Staff: Appreciation - Extend, 69 MacEwan, Paul and Family - Speedy Recovery: Wishes - Convey, 30 Natural Resources: Offshore - Benefits, 76 Natural Resources: Silviculture - Details, 29 New Democratic Party (NDP) - MacDonald, Helen: Leader - Strengths, 78 New Democratic Party (NDP) - Strengths, 78 O’Connell, Eileen - Halifax Fairview Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Death of - Tribute, 31 Prostitution: Children Participants - Apprehend, 70 Public Service Commission - Plan, 73 Speech from the Throne - Appraisal, 73 Speech from the Throne - Cape Breton: Comments - Veracity, 77 Speech from the Throne: Children - Reference, 76 Speech from the Throne - Explanation, 72 Speech from the Throne - Good Ideas: New Democratic Party (NDP) - Support, 70 Speech from the Throne: Programs - Genesis, 72 Speech from the Throne - Review, 69 Speech from the Throne - Summary, 71 Speech from the Throne: Women’s Issues - Lack, 30 Speech from the Throne - Youth: Emphasis - Welcome, 29 Speech from the Throne (07/10/99): Commitments - Abandonment, 69 Taxes: Auditor General - Opinion, 76 Transportation and Public Works - Disabled: Accessibility - Program Support, 71 Transportation and Public Works - Federal/Provincial Highways: Cost Sharing Agreement - Priority, 70 Transportation and Public Works - Long-Distance Small Van Carriers - Regulations, 71 MacDonell-Address in Reply 139 HANSARD INDEX

Transportation and Public Works - Needs Assessment Study, 72 Transportation and Public Works - Roads: Funding - Increase, 29 Adjournment of House (Rule 43) Natural Resources - Prince Colliery: Closure - Economic Impact, 3534 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber: Agreement - Exemption Status, 1679, 1753 Agriculture - Food: Taxes - Minister Cease (Adj. motion), 1330 Agriculture Administration Amendment (2001) Act (Bill 31), 3968 Assessment Act and Municipal Government Act (Bill 12), 3989 Bills Introduced 5 Lobbyists’ Registration Act, 1st 41 63 Commissioner on Resources and Environment Act, 1st 3941 66 Forests Act, 1st 4335 Financial Measures (2001) Act (Bill 11), 951 Financial Measures (2001) Act (Bill 30), 1431, 2015 Government Restructuring (2001) Act (Bill 20), 2622, 3100, 3423 Health - Point Pleasant Lodge: Decisions - Minister Reverse (Adj. motion), 943 Livestock Health Services Act (Bill 32), 3726, 4136 Natural Resources - Clear-Cutting: Action Plan - Minister Introduce (res. 947), 2975 Natural Resources - Prince Colliery: Closure - Economic Impact (Rule 43), 3534 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber: Agreement - Exemption Status (Rule 43), 1679, 1753 Questions (Oral) Agriculture - Layoffs (Production Technology Branch): Hiring - Former Executive Assistant (Connell, Mr. Bev), 1028 Agriculture - Nova Scotia Organic Growers Association: Specialists - Minister Awareness, 2944 Agriculture and Fisheries - Agricultural Development Institute (ADI): User Fees - Confirmation, 1301 Agriculture and Fisheries - Buyer Licence Regulations: Response Deadline - Extend, 4120 Agriculture and Fisheries - Farmers: Ambulance Fees - Disclosure, 1025 Agriculture and Fisheries - Farmers: User Fees - Explain, 1045 Agriculture and Fisheries - Farmers: User Fees - Minister’s Inaction, 1695 Agriculture and Fisheries - Production Technology Branch: Agricultural Development Institute (ADI) Replacement - Cost-Effectiveness, 1308 Education: Minister’s Code of Conduct - Redress, 298 Education - School Construction (Elmsdale): Technology Cuts - Rethink, 592 Environment and Labour - User Fees: Water Withdrawal - Farmers’ Percentage, 1227 Executive Council - Municipal Property Tax: Promise Broken - Explain, 187 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Health - Long-Term Care Beds Number, 394 Health - Funding: Priorities - Explain, 918 Health - Hants North: Doctors - Availability Ensure, 3770 Health - Nurses: Shortage - Address, 400 Health - Oral Surgery: User Fee - Imposition Explain, 291 MacDonell-Questions (Oral) 140 HANSARD INDEX

Natural Resources: Forest - Lifespan, 3559 Natural Resources - Hardwood Lumber: Small Businesses - Supply Ensure, 3489 Natural Resources - MacNeils Cove: Mooring Grid - Licences, 3040 Natural Resources - Pioneer Coal: Plans - Table, 772 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber: Duty - Premier Action, 1817 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber: Duty (Atlantic Canada) - Minister’s Counterparts Discuss, 1680 Natural Resources: Sustainability Fund - Intent, 4262 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Farm Business: Fuel Fee - Justification, 595 Transportation and Public Works - Paving: Priority List (Hants East/North) - Status, 3834 Resolutions 12 Natural Resources - Forest Industry: Legislation - Implement, n 44 34 Cape Breton Nova - Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Recovery - Best Wishes Convey, n 60, app 61 46 Finance - Budget (2001): Health, Education and Jobs - Priority, n 104 69 E.H. Horne Preservation Society (East Hants) - E.H. Horne School: Preservation - Efforts Congratulations, n 121, app 122 84 Transportation and Public Works - Road Safety: Government (Nova Scotia) - Rethink, n 176 175 Education - Riverside Educational Centre: Multimedia Program - Congratulations, n 453, app 453 200 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Agriculture Cuts - Mistakes Explain, n 472 211 Agriculture and Fisheries - Outstanding Young Farmers (Atlantic Canadian): Nominees - Congratulations, n 519, app 519 235 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Downloading: Premier - Mysterious Force Explain, n 560 311 Health - Point Pleasant Lodge: Decisions - Minister Reverse, n 746 326 Sports - Hockey: East Hants - Participants Congratulations, n 757, app 758 356 Sports - Curling: Colleen Jones Team - Applaud, n 844, app 845 375 Van Slyke, Kelly - Figure Skating: Achievements - Congratulations, n 858, app 859 384 Petroleum Directorate/Transportation and Public Works - Natural Gas District: Ministers - Co-operate, n 889 403 Nevin, Rosie - Shubenacadie District School/Community/Businesses: Assistance - Recognize, n 904, app 905 427 Atlantic Motorsport Park: Owners/Volunteers - Congratulations, n 993, app 993 468 Burgess, Ted/Clarke, Reginald - East Hants Tourist Association: Lifetime Membership - Congratulations, n 1073, app 1073 476 Brymer, Alex: Chief Scout Award - Congratulations, n 1079, app 1079 478 VIA Rail - Derailment (Stewiacke): Victims’ Recovery - Best Wishes Convey, n 1105, app 1106 497 Natural Resources - Forestry: Harvest - Sustainability Ensure, n 1120 MacDonell-Resolutions 141 HANSARD INDEX

505 Agriculture and Fisheries: National Soil Conservation Week (15-22/04/01) - Applaud, n 1185, app 1186 557 Women’s Institutes: Contribution - Recognize, n 1355, app 1356 577 Donaldson, Bernice - Enfield Food Bank: Dedication - Congratulations, n 1382, app 1382 601 Fraser, Scott: Stock Car Racing - Support, n 1401, app 1401 651 Spares, Ken - Fitness: Efforts - Example Congratulations, n 1660, app 1660 666 Pridham, Colleen: Director of Tri-County Learning and Literacy Society - Recognize, n 1671, app 1672 689 Miller, Keith - Provincial Volunteer Recognition: East Hants - Representative Congratulations, n 1778, app 1779 707 Halifax International Airport Authority - Negotiations: Government (Nova Scotia) - Return Direct, n 1791 721 Isenor, Robin: Youth Entrepreneur of the Month - Congratulations, n 1927, app 1927 788 Ashley, Alexandra - National School of Dance: Scholarship - Congratulations, n 2065, app 2066 815 Robertson, Mary: Nova Scotia Talent Trust Scholarship - Congratulations, n 2197, app 2197 881 Royal Canadian Legion - Armed Forces: Awareness Program - Sponsorship Congratulations, n 2426, app 2427 947 Natural Resources - Clear-Cutting: Action Plan - Minister Introduce, n 2670, d 2975 956 World Vision - Hants East Rural High School: Contribution - Congratulations, n 2676, app 2677 976 Emergency Measures Organization (EMO) - Flooding: Prevention - Infrastructure Provide, n 2801 1042 Murphy Sports Complex (Mount Uniacke) Dedication: Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 165) - Salute, n 3010 1052 Deficit Reduction/Re-election - Citizens’ Well-Being: Prioritization (Faulty) - Governments Condemn, n 3018 1086 Murphy Sports Complex (Mount Uniacke) - Dedication: Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 165) - Salute, n 3245, app 3245 1102 Dalrymple, Emma - East Hants Volunteers Award Night: Honour - Congratulations, n 3256, app 3257 1133 Transportation and Public Works - Revenue: Hamm News Release - Honour, n 3370 1161 Skinner, Tom: Woodlot Owner of the Year (2000) - Congratulations, n 3469, app 3469 1165 Institute of Agrologists (Nova Scotia) - Awards: Recipients - Congratulations, n 3472, app 3473 1198 Cook, Isabel - East Hants Volunteers Award Night: Honour - Congratulations, n 3525, app 3526 1203 Armstrong, Sharon - East Hants Volunteers Award Night: Honour - Congratulations, n 3529, app 3530 1224 Grant, Ruth - Municipality of East Hants: Honour - Congratulations, n 3634, app 3634 MacDonell-Resolutions 142 HANSARD INDEX

1233 Ettinger, Minna/Collins, Walter - Municipality of East Hants: Volunteer Awards - Congratulations, n 3641, app 3642 1254 Natural Resources - Provincial Parks: Fee Increases - Minister Justify, n 3690 1265 Bond, James - Municipality of East Hants: Volunteerism - Recognition Congratulations, n 3743, app 3744 1278 Moxom, Christine - Municipality of East Hants: Corridor Special Olympics - Efforts Congratulations, n 3753, app 3753 1297 McKeen, Marie - East Hants Volunteer Awards Night: Recognition - Congratulations, n 3802, app 3803 1347 Singer, Ronnie - Municipality of East Hants: Volunteer Award - Congratulations, n 3898, app 3899 1350 Double “M” Community Club - Municipality of East Hants: Honour - Congratulations, n 3900, app 3901 1378 Nine Mile River “Group of Five” - Municipality of East Hants: Volunteer Award - Congratulations, n 3959, app 3959 1385 Members (4-H) - Congratulations, n 3964, app 3965 1413 Lake, Karen - Chignecto-Central Regional School Board: Science Fair - Prize (1st) Congratulations, n 4027, app 4028 1421 Farquhar, Nicholas: Bravery Award - Congratulations, n 4033, app 4034 1483 Agriculture and Fisheries - Foot and Mouth Disease: Farms (Nova Scotia) - Safety Ensure, n 4234, app 4234 1542 Young, Joe - East Hants Volunteers Award Night: Award - Congratulations, n 4346, app 4347 Scalers Act (Bill 33), 3730, 4138 Supply Motion, 931-934 Agriculture: Community - Deterioration, 931 MACEWAN, Mr. Paul (Cape Breton Nova - L) Resolutions 503 Green, Marie: Tom Miller Award - Congratulations (by Mr. B. Boudreau), n 1124, app 1124 547 Campbell, Gordon/British Columbia Liberal Party - Election: Best Wishes - Convey (by Mr. M. Samson), 1288 1045 Campaign for Fairness - Bridgewater Town/Mayor/Council: Support - Recognize/Thank (by Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 3013, app 3014 1047 Natural Resources - Natural Gas: Premier/Minister - Rights Assert (by Mr. Manning MacDonald), n 3015 1094 Tourism and Culture - Eastern Shore: Tourism Sector - Enhancement Support (by Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 3251, app 3251 1096 Sports - Hector Arena: Activities - Recognize (by Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 3252, app 3253 1225 Government (British Columbia) Liberal/Premier-Elect - Election: Victory - Congratulations (by Mr. Manning MacDonald), n 3635 MacEwan, Paul and Family 143 HANSARD INDEX

MacEwan, Paul and Family - Speedy Recovery: Wishes - Convey, 30 MacInnis, Al/White, Colin - Hockey: Talent - Recognize (res. 1156), n 3465, app 3466 MacInnis, Norm/MacPherson, Royce: Canadian Peacekeeping Service Medal - Congratulations (res. 1299), n 3804, app 3804 MacIntosh, Ross - Nova Scotia Special Olympics: Male Coach of the Year - Congratulations (res. 1235), n 3643, app 3643 MACISAAC, Hon. Angus (Antigonish - PC) Bills Introduced 1 Land Registration Act, 1st 40, 2nd 205, 3rd 4125, RA 4543 12 Assessment Act and Municipal Government Act, 1st 517, 2nd 3987, 3rd 4475, RA 4544 Finance - Tobacco Smuggling: Government (Nova Scotia) - Stance (Adj. motion), 2510 Government (Nova Scotia) - Municipal/Provincial Relations: Platform - Commitment Keep (res. 74), 322 Land Registration Act (Bill 1), 205, 229, 4125 Ministerial Statements Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Motor Vehicle Registration: On-line - Open, 975 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Motorcycle Awareness Month, 2181 Motor Vehicle Act (Bill 59), 4275 Reports Tabled Nova Scotia Real Estate Commission, 170 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Fines - Summary, 1072 Vital Statistics (1998 and 1999), 970 Resolutions 8 Sports - Basketball Canadian Inter-University Athletic Union (CIAU) Championships (Men): St. Francis Xavier (F.X.) - Congratulations, n 41, app 42 57 Sports - Basketball Canadian Inter-University Athletic Union (CIAU) Championships (Men): St. Francis Xavier (F.X.) - Effort Congratulations, n 112, app 113 141 Black Educators Association - Campbell, Wendy/Desmond, Jennifer/Desmond, Dedriea/Calliste, Agnes/Chase, Katherine: Recognition - Commend, n 286, app 287 146 Hodgins, Chris - Tae Kwon Do: Open Lightweight - Champion (2001) Congratulations, n 290, app 291 268 DeCoste, Elizabeth: St. Francis Xavier (F.X.) University (Trudy Eagan Award) - Congratulations, n 654, app 655 337 Sports - Hockey: Antigonish Junior A Bulldogs - Success Wish, n 826, app 827 459 MacNeil, John (Jack): Ann Seton Award - Congratulations, n 1018, app 1019 507 Sports - Hockey: Antigonish Bulldogs - Congratulations, n 1187, app 1188 515 Campaign for Fairness - Antigonish Town/Mayor/Council: Support - Recognize/Thank, n 1193, app 1194 672 Landry, Kevin - Workplace Education Program: Commitment - Commend, n 1676, app 1676 MacIsaac-Resolutions 144 HANSARD INDEX

748 Proctor, Laura - Science Fair Project: Prize (1st Place) - Congratulations, n 1947, app 1948 1179 MacLean, R. Forestry Limited - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Award: Employers/Employees - Congratulations, n 3508 1282 Forshay, Mary - Registered Nurses Association of Nova Scotia (RNANS): Honorary Life Membership - Congratulations, n 3786 1312 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Antigonish - Recipients Commend, n 3869 MacKay-Lyons, Brian - American Institute of Architects: College of Fellows - Inclusion Congratulations (res. 535), n 1279, app 1280 MacKay, Wayne - Mount Allison University: President - Selection Congratulations (res. 701), n 1787, app 1788 MacKean, Roberta - West Pictou Consolidated School: Teaching Methods - Congratulations (res. 1264), n 3742, app 3743 MacKenzie, Ila/MacDonald, Margaret - Municipality of Pictou County: Awards - Congratulations (res. 935), n 2661, app 2662 MacKenzie, Sandra - Registered Nurses Association of Nova Scotia (RNANS): Honorary Life Membership - Congratulations (res. 1283), n 3786 Mackey, Wendy: PanCanadian Students’ Choice Award (2001) - Congratulations (res. 452), n 1013, app 1013 MacKinnon, Marion Honora - University College of Cape Breton (UCCB): Honorary Degree - Congratulations (res. 1268), n 3745, app 3746 MACKINNON, Mr. Russell (Cape Breton West - L) Adjournment of House (Rule 43): Natural Resources - Prince Colliery: Closure - Economic Impact, 3607 Assessment Act and Municipal Government Act (Bill 12), 3989 District of Barrington Health Professionals Assistance Act (Bill 54), 4175; amendment moved “bill be read six month hence”, 4187 Education - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Allocation (2000-01) - Minister’s Report (res. 778), 2357, 2378 Education - Janitorial Strike: Government (Nova Scotia) - Settle (res. 360), 1057 Education - Janitorial Strike: Student Safety - Ensure (res. 373), 1229 Education - Janitorial Strike (Halifax Regional Municipality [HRM]): Bargaining - Good Faith, 2947 Environment - Summit of the Americas (April 2001): Public Debate - Government (Canadian) Urge (Adj. motion), 243 Environment and Labour - Occupational Health and Safety: Priority - Effects (Adj. motion), 2871, 2878 Environment and Labour - Whitney Pier Residents: Premier/Health Minister - Meet (Adj. motion), 3927 Finance - Debt Reduction: Minister - Method (res. 315), 1259 Financial Measures (2001) Act (Bill 30), 1473, 2131 Fire Safety Act (New) - Lack: Public Safety - Effects (Adj. motion), 3492 MacKinnon 145 HANSARD INDEX

Fundamental Tax Reform Committee Act (Bill 50), 3590 Government (Nova Scotia) - Roads: Increased Tax Revenues - Commit (Adj. motion), 4423 Government Restructuring (2001) Act (Bill 20), 2762, 3289, 3398, 4042 Labour - Health and Safety Inspectors: Number - Adequacy (Adj. motion), 1894 Labour Standards Code (Bill 53), 3843 Land Registration Act (Bill 1), 216 Natural Resources - Prince Colliery: Closure - Economic Impact (Rule 43), 3607 Nova Scotia Business Inc.: Value - Recognize (res. 985), 3575 Order of Nova Scotia Act (Bill 10), 812, 4075 Pension Benefits Act (Bill 9), 3997 Petition Transportation and Public Works - Sydney River: Carmichael Drive/Woodlawn Drive - Stop Signs Install, 1072 Questions (Oral) Education - Halifax Regional School Board: Janitorial Strike - Closure Conditions Assessment, 1548 Education - Janitorial Strike (Halifax Regional Municipality [HRM]): Bargaining - Good Faith, 2947 Education - School Closure: Policy - Minister’s Approval, 3539 Education - School Closures: Policy Review - Changes Confirm, 3560 Education - Teachers: Salary Increments - Resolution Time Frame, 3916 Environment and Labour - Aulds Cove: Coal Dust Runoff - Investigation Confirm, 1137 Environment and Labour - Boiler Rooms: Yarmouth Regional Hospital/Valley Regional Hospital - Orders Confirm, 1302 Environment and Labour - Cape Breton Regional Municipality (CBRM): Environmental Assessment - Application Status, 1706 Environment and Labour - Halifax Regional School Board: Negotiation Irregularities - Labour Relations Board Investigate, 2454 Environment and Labour - Halifax Regional School Board: Schools - Inspection Status, 1135 Environment and Labour - Janitorial Strike: Education Minister - Arbitrator Request, 2356 Environment and Labour - Janitorial Strike: Minister’s Intervention - Time Frame, 2818 Environment and Labour - Landfill (Old Guysborough Road): Permits - Compliance Confirm, 2358 Environment and Labour - Maintenance Workers Strike: Occupational Health and Safety - Standards Assure, 1226 Environment and Labour - New Era Farms (Compost): Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) Education Program - Fulfil, 3488 Environment and Labour - Occupational Health and Safety Act: Changes - Safety, 1553 Environment and Labour - Old Guysborough Road Landfill: Non-Compliance - Minister’s Awareness, 2442 Environment and Labour - Organic Material: Shipments (Illegal) - Minister Halt, 3652 MacKinnon-Questions (Oral) 146 HANSARD INDEX

Environment and Labour: Safe Drinking Water Policy - Status, 1701 Environment and Labour - Sydney Tar Ponds/Coke Ovens: Minister Visit - Comment Explain, 3820 Environment and Labour - Water: Private Companies - Export Policy Plan, 4264 Environment and Labour - Whitney Pier: Properties - Purchase, 1806 Environment and Labour - Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB): Appointments - Details, 2829 Environment and Labour - Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) Chairman (Christie, Innis): Resignation - Reason Confirm, 4109 Finance - Native Service Stations: Gasoline Prices - Inequity, 1043 Health - Janitorial Strike: Schools - Safety Assurances, 2221 Transportation and Public Works - Five Island Lake: Cleanup - Status, 1094 Transportation and Public Works: Highway Agreements - Status, 3039 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 101: Twinning - Commitment, 922 Transportation and Public Works - Water Supply: Safety - Assurances, 199 Resolutions 27 Transportation and Public Works - Natural Gas: Distribution - Minister Allow, n 56 29 Transportation and Public Works - Floral Heights Subdivision: Bailey Bridge - Replace, n 57 59 Education - Cape Breton: Educational Opportunities - Elimination Explain, n 114 72 Education - Senior High Debating: Funding - Restore, n 124 92 Association of Professional Engineers of Nova Scotia - Baird, Robert/Cochkanoff, Orest/Sutherland, William: Honorary Life Memberships - Congratulations, n 181, app 182 218 Harris, Ashley: Smoking Eradication Campaign - Commend, n 524, app 524 276 Environment and Labour - “Morsegate Affair”: Funding - Minister Identify, n 660 321 Kings South - Video Lottery Terminals (VLTs): Minister - Plebiscite Request, n 754 327 Transportation and Public Works - Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NSPI): Magazine Hill - Safety Ensure, n 758 345 Environment and Labour - Meadowview Property Owners Association: Settlement - Details, n 832 365 Education - Spending: Minister - Re-Examine, n 851 373 Education- Janitorial Strike: Student Safety - Ensure, n 857, d 1229 399 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 327: Repaving - Minister Commit, n 901 488 Transportation and Public Works - Five Island Lake Cleanup: Information (Misleading) - Minister Apologize, n 1113 498 Mira Two Rivers Wildlife Park - Community Members: Fundraising - Congratulations, n 1120, app 1121 533 Transportation and Public Works - Bayers Lake Business Park: Traffic - Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) Action Co-operate, n 1278 MacKinnon-Resolutions 147 HANSARD INDEX

567 Education - Janitorial Strike: Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) (Progressive Conservative [PC]) Representation - Motivation Acknowledge, n 1363 593 Budget (1999-2000) - Finance/Transportation and Public Works Ministers: Allocation Surplus - Employ, n 1394 628 Environment and Labour - Joint Occupational Health and Safety (JOSH) Committee Reports (Janitorial Strike): Dereliction of Duty - Minister Apologize/Resign, n 1526 664 Injured Workers - Remember: Workplace Safety - Ensure, n 1670, app 1670 696 Right to Vote - Women: Anniversary (83rd) - Recognize, n 1783, app 1784 708 Firefighters (Volunteer) - Community: Contribution - Recognize, n 1792, app 1793 735 Environment and Labour - Halifax CandD Recycling Ltd.: Dumping/Composting Site (Old Guysborough Road) - Minister Halt, n 1938 778 Education - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Allocation (2000-01) - Minister’s Report, n 2058, d 2367 847 Tourism and Culture - Museums: Funding - Inequity Explain, n 2327 911 Transportation and Public Works - Peggy’s Cove: Roads - Upgrade Fund, 2553 1014 Education - Reid, David: Attitude - Minister Halt, n 2928 1029 Education - Janitorial Strike: Dispute Resolution - Minister’s Fairness Ensure, n 3001 1037 Environment and Labour - Janitorial Strike: Mediator - Minister Appoint, n 3007 1090 Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Festival: Volunteers/Sponsors/Organizers - Congratulations, n 3248, app 3248 1092 Tourism and Culture - Coffin Island Lighthouse Heritage Society: Heritage Preservation - Commend, n 3249, app 3250 1132 Education/Labour - Janitorial Strike: Ministers - Resolve, n 3369 1140 Two Rivers Wildlife Park - Foot Mats (Anti-Contagion): Development - Manager/Staff Congratulations, n 3375, app 3376 1147 Government (Nova Scotia): Fire Prevention Act - Re-introduce, n 3458 1159 VentureFest - University College of Cape Breton (UCCB): Program - Congratulations, n 3467, app 3468 1188 Louisbourg, Fortress - Government (Canada): Repairs/Upgrade - Request, n 3517, app 3518 1228 Education - Halifax West High School Students: Split (Fall 2001) - Details, n 3637 1270 Suas e! International Choral Festival: Organizers - Congratulations, n 3747 1298 Suas e! International Choral Festival: Participants - Congratulations, n 3803, app 3803 1537 Rao, Neesha/Aubut, Anna - National Debating Championship (Junior High): Success - Congratulations, n 4342, app 4342 1545 Health - Physicians’ Salaries: Property Tax Usage - Tory Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) (9) Support Explain, n 4348 Restoration of the Legal and Environmental Rights of the People of Sydney Act (Bill 35), 1716 Supply Motion, 868-872, 942-943, 1316-1320 Education - Halifax Regional Municipality: Employees - Treatment, 1146 Education - Halifax Regional School Board: Audit - Difficulties, 869 MacKinnon-Supply Motion 148 HANSARD INDEX

Education - Halifax Regional School Board: Pay Increases - Equity, 942 Education - Halifax Regional School Board: Strike - Accountability, 869 Education - Janitorial Strike: Ministers - Intervention Welcomed, 1316 Education: Janitorial Strike - Responsibility, 1145 Education: Kings West - School Problem, 942 Environment and Labour: Conciliation Services - Update, 1146 Environment and Labour - Occupational Health and Safety: Minister - Address, 1317 Environment and Labour: Public Safety Division - Political Interference, 1147 Environment and Labour - Schools: Occupational Health and Safety - Jurisdiction, 1145 Environment and Labour: Security/Safety - Address, 1318 Environment and Labour: Select Committee - Necessity, 1147 Government (Nova Scotia) - Janitorial Strike: Responsibility - Abdication, 1145 Labour - Department: Fire Marshal’s Office/Public Safety Division - Merger, 871 Labour - Meadowview Landfill: Deal - Details, 870 Stationary Engineers Act - Status, 1147 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 101: Twinning - Commitment Honour, 942 Whitney Pier - Residents: Relocation - Premier Agree (Adj. motion), 3159, 3162 Workers Health and Safety Act (Bill 52), 3859 MacLean, Ian - Social Work Community: Contributions - Appreciation Extend (res. 1528), n 4334, app 4335 MacLean, R. Forestry Limited - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Award: Employers/Employees - Congratulations (res. 1179), n 3508 MacLellan, Lauchie Dan N. - Legacy Congratulations: Shaw, John - Collection Congratulations (res. 1572), n 4450, app 4451 MacLellan, Russell: Public Service - Commend, 24 MacLeod, Alex J. - Sawmilling: Board Feet (1 million) - Milestone Congratulations (res. 585), n 1388, app 1389 MacLeod, Alfie, 27 MacLeod, Alistair: International IMPAC Dublin Literacy Award - Congratulations (res. 1115), n 3356, app 3357 MacLeod, Lois - Municipality of Chester: Heritage - Efforts Congratulations (res. 829), n 2208, app 2208 MacLeod, Marie - North Queens School: Legislative Visits - Commend (res. 1476), n 4228, app 4229 MacLeod, Reverend Ian, 26 MacLeod, Sue - Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM): Poet Laureate - Nomination Congratulations (res. 1435), n 4088, app 4089 MacLeod’s Wholesale Cash and Carry (Sydney River) - Expansion: Management/Staff - Congratulations (res. 1342), n 3894, app 3895 MacMaster, Natalie: Achievements - Celebrate, 2 MacMillan, Christopher 149 HANSARD INDEX

MacMillan, Christopher: Medal of Bravery - Congratulations (res. 240), n 563, app 564 MacMillan, W. Blair Memorial Trust - Annual Public Award: Establishment - Congratulations (res. 625), n 1524, app 1525 MacNeil, Ian/Martell, Keith - Nova Scotia Community College (Marconi Campus): Model Generator Construction - Congratulations (res. 945), n 2669, app 2669 MacNeil, Jack: Elizabeth Ann Seton Award (2001) - Congratulations (res. 821), n 2201, app 2202 MacNeil, Jack/Burrows, Sister Agnes: St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Award - Congratulations (res. 316), n 750, app 751 MacNeil, John: Seton Award - Congratulations (res. 598), n 1398, app 1399 MacNeil, John (Jack): Ann Seton Award - Congratulations (res. 459), n 1018, app 1019 MacNeil, Russell - St. Francis Xavier (F.X.) Sports Hall of Fame: Induction - Congratulations (res. 702), n 1788, app 1788 MacNeil, Russell - St. Francis Xavier (F.X.) University: Sports Hall of Fame - Induction Congratulations (res. 1301), n 3805, app 3806 MacPhee, Al/MacPhee Pontiac General Motors Canada (GMC): Customer Care - Congratulations (res. 83), n 175, app 175 MacPhee, Rickey Fred - Death of: Family - Sympathy Express (res. 698), n 1785, app 1785 MacRae, Reverend Ken, 27 Mahone Bay - Harrowsmith Magazine: Prettiest Towns (Canada) - Rating Congratulations (res. 461), n 1020, app 1020 Mahone Bay Trading Company - Store Opening: Owner/Staff - Congratulations (res. 1494), n 4243, app 4243 Mail Sorting Station - North Sydney: Closure - Ramifications (res. 936), n 2662 Main, Hannah/Manthorne, Mitchell - Awana Spring (2001) Contest: Win - Congratulations (res. 818), n 2199, app 2200 Malloy, Jason/Marr, Gordie - New Glasgow Evening News: Atlantic Journalism Awards - Congratulations (res. 839), n 2321, app 2322 Manchester-Boylston Fire Department - Fundraising: Efforts - Congratulations (res. 1361), n 3946, app 3946 Manuel, Doris Juanita - Service: Government (Nova Scotia) - Thank (res. 78), n 171, app 171 Mantel, Stan: Caring Canadian Award - Congratulations (res. 125), n 274, app 274 Maple Leaf Foundation - Auburn Drive High School/Boston Latin School Exchange: Participants - Congratulations (res. 382), n 863, app 864 Marchand, Larry - Millwood High School: Exemplary Participation Award - Congratulations (res. 1520), n 4322 Marconi Towers - Replica Construction: Italian Consul General - Congratulations (res. 1130), n 3367, app 3368 Margeson, Ken - Scouts: Involvement - Recognize, 1222 Marguerite Centre - Society For Women Healing from Addictions and Abuse/Director: Establishment - Applaud (res. 1579), n 4456 Marine Drive Pentecostal Church/Gunther, Reverend Dan - Seniors: Consideration - Thank (res. 1309), n 3868 Mascoll, Beverley 150 HANSARD INDEX

Mascoll, Beverley - Mount St. Vincent University: Honorary Degree - Congratulations (res. 1051), n 3017 May, Elizabeth - Sydney Tar Ponds Support: Hunger Strike - Applaud (res. 1242), n 3681 May, Elizabeth - Whitney Pier Support: Hunger Strike - Applaud (res. 1149), n 3460 May, Elizabeth/Deleskie, Don - Whitney Pier: Assistance - Commend (res. 938), n 2664 Maynard, Sarah/Saulnier, Katie - Provincial French Oral Competition: Achievements - Congratulations (res. 1146), n 3457, app 3458 McCready, Colin/Choudhury, Nafay/Miles, Laura - Riverview High School: Skills Canada (Nova Scotia) Medals - Congratulations (res. 1129), n 3367, app 3367 McCulloch, Thomas - Memory Preservation: Volunteers - Congratulations (res. 433), n 997, app 998 McDaniel, Shawn: Father John MacGillivray Gaelic Summer Scholarship (Scotland) - Congratulations (res. 982), n 2805, app 2806 McDonnell, Mary Catherine - Volunteerism: Recognition - Congratulations (res. 1308), n 3811, app 3811 McDonnell, Mary Catherine - Volunteerism: Recognition - Congratulations (res. 1605), n 4548 McGarrahan, Shauna M. - Achievements: Scholastic - Recognize/Congratulations (res. 1248), n 3686, app 3686 MCGRATH, Ms. Mary Ann (Halifax Bedford Basin - PC) Education - Janitorial Strike: Government (Nova Scotia) - Settle (res. 360), 1061 Land Registration Act (Bill 1), 228 Resolutions 20 Sports - Hockey: Halifax Hawks - Commend, n 50, app 51 51 Sports - Curling: Dacey Rink - Applaud, n 108, app 109 132 Sports - Hockey: Halifax Hawks - Atom AAA Championships (2001) Congratulations, n 279, app 280 246 Megann, Adele - Atlantic Writing Competition: Recognition - Congratulations, n 568, app 568 296 Beasley, Sharon: Taste of Nova Scotia Award - Congratulations, n 675, app 676 316 MacNeil, Jack/Burrows, Sister Agnes: St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Award - Congratulations, n 750, app 751 451 Rockingham/Birch Cove Girl Guides - Tea and Sale: Fundraising - Congratulations, n 1012, app 1012 463 Bosom Buddies - Flea Market: Breast Cancer Foundation - Donation Congratulations, n 1021, app 1022 568 Halifax Regional School Board - Cape Breton West Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Apologies/Resignation - Offer, n 1364 571 Parks, Natalie: Youth Volunteer Award/Duke of Edinburgh Award - Congratulations, n 1377 626 Education - Nova Scotia Learning Interchange: Establishment - Participants Congratulations, n 1525, app 1526 662 Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): MacKinnon - Behaviour, n 1668 777 Duc d’Anville School - Beautification Project: Participants - Congratulations, n 2057, app 2058 McGrath-Resolutions 151 HANSARD INDEX

826 Allen, Jordan/Day Dream Designs - Youth Entrepreneurial Skills Program: Award - Congratulations, n 2206, app 2206 1206 Misquith, Ash - Accomplishments: Academic/Athletic - Congratulations, n 3531, app 3532 1454 Halifax Education Foundation - Bucks for Books Campaign: Fundraising - Volunteers Congratulations, n 4103, app 4103 1479 Langley, Brian: Dr. Hugh A. Noble Award - Congratulations, n 4231, app 4231 McKeen, Marie - East Hants Volunteer Awards Night: Recognition - Congratulations (res. 1297), n 3802, app 3803 McKenzie, Nicole - Hockey: Awards - Congratulations (res. 596), n 1397, app 1397 McKinnon, Kristi - YTV Achievement Awards: Finalist - Nomination Congratulations (res. 1286), n 3793, app 3793 McNabs and Lawlor Islands - Oral History Project: Participants - Congratulations (res. 506), n 1186, app 1187 McNamara, Kevin - Canadian Society of Fundraising Executives: Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser (2001) - Congratulations (res. 730), n 1934, app 1934 McNeil, Jenna - Canada Wide Science Fair: Medal (Gold) - Congratulations (res. 1449), n 4099, app 4099 McPhee, Mary - Parrsboro: Youth Volunteer - Congratulations (res. 678), n 1768 McPhee, Mary - Parrsboro: Youth Volunteer of the Year - Congratulations (res. 613), n 1514 Meals on Wheels - Frozen Food Pilot Project (Lunenburg County): Victorian Order of Nurses (VON) - Assistance Congratulations (res. 48), n 106, app 106 Mechanics’ Lien Act (Bill 44), 1st 2319 Medicare Protection Act (Bill 4), 1st 41 Medecins Sans Frontieres/Fitzpatrick, Eleanor: Relief Work/Board of Directors Appointment - Congratulations (res. 1269), n 3746, app 3746 Medic Alert Foundation: Anniversary (40th) - Congratulations (res. 1592), n 4466, app 4466 Megann, Adele - Atlantic Writing Competition: Recognition - Congratulations (res. 246), n 568, app 568 Meikle, Garon/Howe, Sandra: Inter-Collegiate Business Competition - Congratulations (res. 317), n 751, app 752 Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): MacKinnon - Behaviour (res. 662), n 1668 Members (4-H) - Congratulations (res. 1385), n 3964, app 3965 Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) - Constituents: Wishes - Represent, 138 Memorial High School - Public Speaking Contest: Competitors/Organizers - Congratulations (res. 787), n 2064, app 2065 Mendez, Dr. Ivar - Exhibition: Opening - Congratulations (res. 237), n 561, app 562 Mental Health Week (07-13/05/01) - Emerging into Light: Symbol - Endorse (res. 1240), n 3679, app 3679 Merhi, Murray/Mosher, Josh/Oxner, Drew - Lunenburg Minor Hockey Association: Conduct - Commend (res. 981), n 2804, app 2805 Middleton Community Access Project - Opening: Participants - Congratulations (res. 489), n 1113, app 1114 Middleton Magic 152 HANSARD INDEX

Middleton Magic - Volleyball: Bantam Women’s Championship - Congratulations (res. 1458), n 4210 Middleton Regional High School - Athletics: Activity Awards - Recipients Congratulations (res. 1552), n 4437 Miedema, Joseph: National Science Fair/Achievements - Congratulations (res. 806), n 2189, app 2190 Miles, Johnny - Boston Marathon Victory: Anniversary (75th) - Congratulations (res. 493), n 1117, app 1117 Miles, Johnny - Boston Marathon Victory: Anniversary (75th) - Congratulations (res. 536), n 1280, app 1281 Miles, Johnny - Boston Marathon Victory: Anniversary (75th) - Impact Recognize (res. 422), n 988, app 989 Miles, Johnny - Boston Marathon Win: Anniversary (75th) - Congratulations (res. 260), n 647, app 647 Miller, Keith - Provincial Volunteer Recognition: East Hants - Representative Congratulations (res. 689), n 1778, app 1789 Milley, Ellen - Forum for Young Canadians: Selection - Congratulations (res. 511), n 1190, app 1191 Millstone, The (Sheffield Mills) - Newspaper: Inaugural Edition - Congratulations (res. 880), n 2425, app 2426 Mine Rescue Competition - Devco Team: Victory - Congratulations (res. 1432), n 4085, app 4086 Mine Rescue Competition (Nova Scotia/New Brunswick) - Prince Mine Team: Victory - Congratulations (res. 1543), n 4347, app 4347 Mineville Community Association - Enhancement: Participants - Congratulations (res. 1078), n 3239, app 3240 MINISTERIAL STATEMENTS Community Services - Children: Developmental Disabilities - Services Expand (Hon. P. Christie), 2643 Economic Development: Export Achievement Awards (17th Annual) - Success (Hon. G. Balser), 3880 Education: Sussex (New Brunswick) - Bus Accident (Hon. J. Purves), 1956 Environment and Labour - Sewage Management Discussion Paper (Hon. D. Morse), 443 Health - Dalhousie Medical Research Foundation: Cancer Research - Bequest ($1 million) (Hon. J. Muir), 970 Health/Emergency Measures Organization (EMO) - VIA Rail: Derailment (Stewiacke) - Response Teams Thank (Hon. J. Muir), 1102 Justice: Cape Breton Regional Municipality (CBRM) - Night Court (Hon. M. Baker), 4217 Natural Resources - Softwood Industry: Maritime Accord - Government (Canadian) Renew (The Premier), 448 Petroleum Directorate - Energy: Role - Review (Mr. G. Balser), 251 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Motor Vehicle Registration: On-line - Open (Hon. A. MacIsaac), 975 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Motorcycle Awareness Month (Hon. A. MacIsaac), 2181 Sports: Outdoor Initiatives - Support (Hon. Rodney MacDonald), 1677 Sports: Recreation Facilities - Upgrade (Hon. Rodney MacDonald), 3937 Ministerial Statements 153 HANSARD INDEX

Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 101: Twinning - Construction (Hon. R. Russell), 973 Transportation and Public Works: Highway Systems - Needs (10 Year) (Hon. R. Russell), 2406 Transportation and Public Works: Surplus Crown Property Disposal Report - Highlights (Hon. R. Russell), 2178 Youth Secretariat: Web Site - Launch (Hon. Rodney MacDonald), 4327 Mira Two Rivers Wildlife Park - Community Members: Fundraising - Congratulations (res. 498), n 1120, app 1121 Misquith, Ash - Accomplishments: Academic/Athletic - Congratulations (res. 1206), n 3531, app 3532 Missionary Ventures - Bagnell, Dr. Peter and William/Morgan, Dr. Paul and Noel: Port Williams School - Generosity Congratulations (res. 588), n 1390, app 1391 Mitchell, George - Senior Wheels (Bridgewater): Contribution - Congratulations (res. 1487), n 4237, app 4238 Mitts for Kids Program: Participants - Congratulations (res. 682), n 1770 Morash, Beverly: Atlantic Writing Competition - Congratulations (res. 205), n 475, app 476 Morash, Garvie - Retirement: Best Wishes - Convey (res. 1141), n 3376, app 3376 MORASH, Mr. Kerry (Queens - PC) Education - Janitorial Strike: Student Safety - Ensure (res. 373), 1233 Labour - Health and Safety Inspectors: Number - Adequacy (Adj. motion), 1891 Resolutions 121 Tourism and Culture - Superhost Program: Queens County - Participants Recognize, n 271, app 271 243 Harding, Marcia - Atlantic Writing Competition: Award - Congratulations, n 565, app 566 285 Baker, John: Firefighter of the Year (2000) - Congratulations, n 667, app 667 438 Nova Scotia Skills First - Young Women’s Conference: Organizers/Participants - Congratulations, n 1001, app 1002 450 Emergency Measures Organization (EMO) - Queens Region: Work - Recognize, n 1011, app 1012 519 Campaign for Fairness - South Queens Chamber of Commerce: Support - Recognize/Thank, n 1196, app 1197 667 Wentzell, Cathy - Heritage Day Fair (Liverpool): Efforts - Congratulations, n 1672, app 1673 736 Campaign for Fairness: Municipality of Queens - Recognize/Thank, n 1938, app 1939 803 Leefe, John - University of Kings College: Honorary Degree - Congratulations, n 2187, app 2187 1176 Bowater Mersey, Woodland Division - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Award: Employers/Employees - Congratulations, n 3506 1202 Steeves-Greene, Kristen/Aucoin, Betty-Jean - Tradition/Heritage (Canada): Efforts - Congratulations, n 3528, app 3529 Morash-Resolutions 154 HANSARD INDEX

1337 South Shore Tourism Association: “Lights Along the Shore” Lighthouse Festival - Congratulations, n 3890, app 3891 1476 MacLeod, Marie - North Queens School: Legislative Visits - Commend, n 4228, app 4229 Supply Motion, 787-791 Natural Resources: Forest Industry - Improvements, 790 Natural Resources - Lumber Industry: Maritime Lumber Bureau - Representation, 788 Natural Resources - Lumber: Prices - Reduction Impact, 789 Natural Resources: Softwood Lumber - Agreement, 788 Transportation and Public Works - Roads: Queens - Snow Removal, 787 Workers’ Compensation - Forest Industry: Costs - Reduction, 791 Tourism and Culture - Coffin Island Lighthouse: Importance - Recognize (Adj. motion), 1065 Morash, Shirley: World Curling Freytag Award - Congratulations (res. 274), n 659, app 659 Moratorium on Medicare User Fees Act (Bill 43), 1st 2319 Morgan, Gordon - Provincial Volunteer Awards: Recognition - Congratulations (res. 529), n 1275, app 1276 Morgan, Gordon - Volunteer: Recognition - Congratulations, 1321 Morrison, Patricia - University College of Cape Breton (UCCB): President’s Award - Congratulations (res. 1414), n 4028, app 4028 Morrison, Sandy - World Special Olympics: Performance - Congratulations (res. 130), n 278, app 278 MORSE, Hon. David (Kings South - PC) Bills Introduced 9 Pension Benefits Act, 1st 173, 2nd 3994 28 Securities Act, 1st 1072, 2nd 3972, 3rd 4490, RA 4544 Environment and Labour - Fire Safety: Select Committee - Establishment (res. 420), 1097; Waiver Requested, 1097 Environment and Labour - Occupational Health and Safety: Priority - Effects (Adj. motion), 2873 Government (Nova Scotia) - Municipal/Provincial Relations: Platform - Commitment Keep (res. 74), 341 Labour Standards Code (Bill 53), 3843 Ministerial Statement Environment and Labour - Sewage Management Discussion Paper, 443 Pension Benefits Act (Bill 9), 3994, 4004 Reports Tabled Environment and Labour: Questions - Response, 1925, 2539 Environment and Labour - Strait of Canso: Coal Dust - Seepage, 1353 Nova Scotia Alcohol and Gaming Authority, 3510 Superintendents of Pensions, 4217 Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB), 513 Morse-Resolutions 155 HANSARD INDEX

Resolutions 14 How, Harry and Juanita: Public Service - Recognize, n 46, app 46 420 Environment and Labour - Fire Safety: Select Committee - Establishment, n 984, d 1097 504 Environment and Labour: Car Free Day - Celebrate, n 1184, app 1185 518 Campaign for Fairness - Acadia University (Executive Committee Board of Governors): Support - Recognize/Thank, n 1195, app 1196 720 National Day of Mourning for Canadian Workers (28/04/01): Workers - Remember, n 1926, app 1927 730 McNamara, Kevin - Canadian Society of Fundraising Executives: Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser (2001) - Congratulations, n 1934, app 1934 835 Environment and Labour - St. John Ambulance: Commitment - Congratulations, n 2318, app 2319 867 Camp Green, CANADA - Tourism Industry Association of Nova Scotia (TIANS): Campaign - Success Congratulations, n 2416, app 2416 923 Environment and Labour - North American Occupational Safety and Health Week (06-12/05/01): Workplace Health and Safety - Commitment Renew, n 2651 1015 Horton High School - Reach for the Top: Team/Coach - Congratulations, n 2928, app 2929 1151 Trites, John - Royal Canadian Geographic Society: Literacy Award - Congratulations, n 3461, app 3462 1170 Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Awards: Recipients - Congratulations, n 3503 1432 Mine Rescue Competition - Devco Team: Victory - Congratulations, n 4085, app 4086 1493 Sheppard, David - House of Assembly “Survivor”: Appreciation - Express, n 4242, app 4243 1524 Fire and Emergency Services - Members: Service - Salute, n 4331, app 4331 Securities Act (Bill 28), 3972, 3973 Workers Health and Safety Act (Bill 52), 3855 Motor Vehicle Act (Bill 8), 1st 104, 2nd 416 Motor Vehicle Act (Bill 42), 1st 2184 Motor Vehicle Act (Bill 51), 1st 2540 Motor Vehicle Act (Bill 59), 1st 3663, 2nd 4272 Mount Denson Fire - Firefighters: Danger - Recognize (res. 1125), n 3363, app 3364 Mouzar, Mary - Queens County Times: Internet - Creation Commend (res. 508), n 1188, app 1188 Moxom, Christine - Municipality of East Hants: Corridor Special Olympics - Efforts Congratulations (res. 1278), n 3753, app 3753 Muir 156 HANSARD INDEX

MUIR, Hon. James (Truro-Bible Hill - PC) Bills Introduced 17 Optometry Act, 1st 652, 2nd 3699, 3rd 4127, RA 4544 18 Registered Nurses Act, 1st 652, 2nd 3710, 3rd 4128, RA 4544 19 Licensed Practical Nurses Act, 1st 652, 2nd 3703, 3rd 4129, RA 4544 Health - Bone Marrow Transplants: Travel Costs - Children/Parents Fund (Adj. motion), 4197 Health - Care Workers: Minister - Apologize (res. 661), 2384 Health - Long-Term Care: Crisis - Solve (res. 214), 725 Health - Northside General Hospital: Emergency Room - Closure (Adj. motion), 2293 Licensed Practical Nurses Act (Bill 19), 3703, 3710 Ministerial Statements Health - Dalhousie Medical Research Foundation: Cancer Research - Bequest ($1 million), 970 Health/Emergency Measures Organization (EMO) - VIA Rail: Derailment (Stewiacke) - Response Teams Thank, 1102 Reports Tabled Health - Nova Scotia’s Nursing Strategy, 558 Nova Scotia Psychiatric Facilities Review Board, 1774 Resolutions 4 Health: Anemia Awareness Week (26/03/01-02/04/01) - Recognize (by Hon. J. Purves), n 36, app 37 104 Health - Colchester Regional Hospital: Long Service Awards - Recipients Congratulations, n 258, app 259 125 Mantle, Stan: Caring Canadian Award - Congratulations, n 274, app 274 144 Renshaw, Melissa: Nova Scotia Kiwanis Festival: Rose Bowl Winner - Congratulations, n 288, app 289 271 Casey, Earl E. - Truro and District Chamber of Commerce: Business Person of the Year - Congratulations, n 656, app 657 304 Sports - Curling: Truro Fire Brigade - Championship Congratulations, n 681, app 682 331 Cancer Awareness Month: April - Recognize, n 821, app 822 351 Health: Mouth Cancer Awareness Day (09/04/01) - Recognize, n 840, app 840 354 Health: Frosst Health Care Foundation - Thank, n 842, app 843 415 Health - Addiction/Mental Illness: Nova Scotia Business Community - Recognition Commend, n 980, app 981 429 Die Big Band der Bundeswehr: Concert/Charity - Thank, n 994, app 995 534 Sports - Basketball (Girls): Truro Tigers/Bible Hill Knights - Commitment Recognize, n 1279, app 1279 555 Health: National Organ and Tissue Donor Awareness Week (22-28/04/01) - Recognize, n 1354, app 1354 Muir-Resolutions 157 HANSARD INDEX

582 Rath, Duane - Truro and District Chamber of Commerce: President - Election Congratulations, n 1385, app 1386 670 Sports - Curling: Bible Hill Junior High School Team - Congratulations, n 1674, app 1675 685 Jackson, Dr. Simon - Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre Cardiology Fellowship: Congratulations - Novartis Pharmaceuticals Thank, n 1775, app 1775 765 Canadian Cancer Society (Nova Scotia Division) - Cancer Awareness Month: Volunteers - Efforts Congratulations (Hon. J. Muir), n 2048, app 2049 806 Miedema, Joseph: National Science Fair/Achievements - Congratulations, n 2189, app 2190 831 St. James Presbyterian Church (Truro): Anniversary (75th) - Congratulations, n 2313 855 Jesus Christ Superstar - Production: Cobequid Education Centre - Participants Congratulations, n 2333, app 2334 864 CKCL - Congratulations: 99.5 FM CAT Country - Best Wishes, n 2404 885 Truro Community Enhancement Association - Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) (African-Nova Scotian): Honourees - Congratulations, n 2429, app 2430 922 Emergency Measures Organization (EMO) - Emergency Preparedness Week (07-13/05/01): Participants - Efforts Recognize, n 2650, app 2651 926 Health - National Nursing Week (07-13/05/01): Nurses - Work Acknowledge, n 2653, app 2654 960 International Red Cross/Red Crescent Day (08/05/01) - Volunteers: Recognize - Congo Victims Remember, n 2788, app 2789 1064 Truro International Tulip Festival (11-13/05/01) - Organizers Applaud: Attendance - Encourage, n 3221 1065 Health - Licensed Practical Nurses: Role - Recognize, n 3229, app 3229 1066 Health: Mental Health Week (07-13/05/01) - Recognize, n 3229, app 3230 1069 Truro International Tulip Festival (11-13/05/01) - Organizers Applaud: Attendance - Encourage, n 3232, app 3233 1128 Scotsburn Dairy: Expansion - Congratulations, n 3366, app 3366 1208 Palliser Restaurant/Motel - Bruce, Keltie and Allen: Community - Commitment Thank, n 3533, app 3533 1215 Hepatitis Awareness Week (13-19/05/01) - Recognize, n 3626, app 3627 1216 Health - Medical Commission International Paralympic Committee/Riding, Dr. Michael: Work/Leadership - Congratulations, n 3627, app 3628 1232 Turnbull, Stephanie - Nova Scotia Highland Dancing Championships: Victory - Congratulations, n 3640, app 3641 1240 Mental Health Week (07-13/05/01) - Emerging into Light: Symbol - Endorse, n 3679, app 3679 1250 Stokes, Shirley - Truro: Volunteerism - Thank, n 3687, app 3688 1275 Archibald, Jane - International Music Scene: Recognition - Congratulations, n 3750, app 3751 1303 Organization of Responsible Bikers: Motorcycle Safety/Charity Support - Thank, n 3807, app 3808 Muir-Resolutions 158 HANSARD INDEX

1318 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Truro Area/Millbrook - Recipients Commend, n 3873 1395 Hemochromatosis Awareness Week (25-31/05/01) - Recognize: Canadian Hemochromatosis Society - Support, n 4012, app 4013 1449 McNeil, Jenna - Canada Wide Science Fair: Medal (Gold) - Congratulations, n 4099, app 4099 1456 Guinan, Alan and Tomas - Eskimo Bob Cartoon: Success - Congratulations, n 4104, app 4105 1467 World Health Organization: World No-Tobacco Day - Support , n 4221, app 4222 1525 Health - Cochlear Implant Surgery: Availability (Nova Scotia) Announcement - Participants Congratulations, n 4332, app 4333 1581 Alou, Felipe - Baseball: Contribution - Congratulations, n 4457, app 4458 Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada (Pictou Chapter): Atlantic Division Carnation Cup (2000) - Congratulations (res. 897), n 2542, app 2543 Municipal Government Act (Bill 67), 1st 4451 Murphy Sports Complex (Mount Uniacke) Dedication: Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 165) - Salute (res. 1042), n 3010 Murphy Sports Complex (Mount Uniacke) Dedication: Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 165) - Salute (res. 1086), n 3245, app 3245 Murray, Anne: East Coast Music Awards (ECMA) Special Achievement Award - Congratulations (res. 302), n 680, app 680 Murray, Bonnie and John - Parsonage Tea House: Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) Volunteer Office - Initiative Congratulations (res. 436), n 1000, app 1000 Murray, Robert - Cranberry Development (Nova Scotia): History - Congratulations (res. 150), n 377, app 378 Muxlow, Josephine - Registered Nurses Association of Nova Scotia (RNANS): Client/Public Health Advocacy Award - Congratulations (res. 1281), n 3785

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Naqvi, Dr. Mahmood - Canadian Medical Association Senior Membership: Award - Congratulations (res. 1403), n 4019, app 4020 National Cancer Survivors Day - Cole Harbour: Swanky’s Pub/Kytes Pharmasave/Coordinator - Thank (res. 1074), n 3236, app 3236 National Children’s Agenda - Resources: Commitment - Increase, 5 National Day of Mourning for Canadian Workers (28/04/01): Workers - Remember (res. 720), n 1926, app 1927 National Day of Mourning for Canadian Workers (28/04/01): Workers - Remember (res. 734), n 1937, app 1937 National Forestry Week (06-12/05/01) - Forestry Industry: Participants - Sustainability Practise (res. 1006), n 2922, app 2923 National Missing Children’s Day 159 HANSARD INDEX

National Missing Children’s Day - Recognize (res. 1386), n 3965, app 3965 National Records and Information Management Week (01-07/04/01) - Acknowledge: Professionals - Recognize (res. 333), n 823, app 823 National Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada - Post-Graduate Scholarships: Nova Scotia Agricultural College (NSAC) - Recipients Congratulations (res. 1527), n 4334, app 4334 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Antigonish - Recipients Commend (res. 1312), n 3869 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Baddeck and Area Youth Action Society - Commend (res. 1314), n 3870 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Bridgewater Area - Recipients Commend (res. 1316), n 3871 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Cape Breton - Recipients Commend (res. 1322), n 3875 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Dartmouth Area - Recipients Commend (res. 1317), n 3872 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Eastern Shore Safe House Association - Commend (res. 1319), n 3873 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Halifax Area - Recipients Commend (res. 1315), n 3871 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Kentville Area - Recipients Commend (res. 1320), n 3874 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Pictou Landing First Nation Warmer Wigwam - Commend (res. 1323), n 3876 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Retirement Planners Association - Commend (res. 1324), n 3876 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Shelburne County Youth Health and Support Association - Commend (res. 1325), n 3877 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Spirit of the Eagle’s Feather - Commend (res. 1326), n 3877 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Truro Area/Millbrook - Recipients Commend (res. 1318), n 3873 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Valley Restorative Justice - Commend (res. 1327), n 3878 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Yarmouth Area - Recipients Commend (res. 1321), n 3874 National Stuttering Awareness Week (06-12/05/01) - Speak Easy Canada: Efforts - Recognize (res. 909), n 2551, app 2552 Natural Resources - Aboriginal Court Challenges: Negotiations - Continuation, 13 Natural Resources - Atlantic Canada Lumber: Trade Restrictions - Exemption Extend (res. 110), n 263, app 263 Natural Resources: Brand Nova Scotia - Introduction, 12 Natural Resources - Canada-United States Lumber Agreement: Premier - Dispute Resolve (res. 699), n 1785 Natural Resources 160 HANSARD INDEX

Natural Resources - Christmas Tree Industry/Congratulations: Canadian Food Inspection Agency - Facts Examine (res. 600), n 1400, app 1400 Natural Resources - Clear-Cutting: Action Plan - Minister Introduce (res. 947), n 2670, d 2975 Natural Resources: Coastal Communities - Non-Resident Ownership, 159 Natural Resources - Coastal Properties : Ownership - Review (res. 28), n 56 Natural Resources: Deer Jacking - Oppose (petition), 646 Natural Resources: Deer Jacking - Unfair (petition), 169 Natural Resources - Deer Jacking: Wildlife - Unfair (petition), 2405 Natural Resources - Dominion Beach: Erosion - Action Details, qu 4267 Natural Resources - Energy Policy: Government (Nova Scotia) - Plans, 136 Natural Resources - Energy Policy: Government (Nova Scotia) - Promises, 136 Natural Resources - Energy Strategy: Consultations - Adequacy, qu 1309 Natural Resources - Energy Strategy: Initiative - Funding, 364 Natural Resources - Exploration: Onshore - Royalties Value, qu 1225 Natural Resources - Forest Industry - Improvements, 790 Natural Resources - Forest Industry: Legislation - Implement (res. 12), n 44 Natural Resources: Forest Industry - Support (res. 959), n 2785 Natural Resources: Forest - Lifespan, qu 3559 Natural Resources: Forest Strategy - Implementation, 12 Natural Resources - Forestry: Harvest - Sustainability Ensure (res. 497), n 1120 Natural Resources - Forestry: Harvesting Practices - Safety, qu 594 Natural Resources: Forestry - Memorial High School Maple Syrup Program (res. 279), n 662, app 662 Natural Resources - Forestry: Practices - Sustainability, 362 Natural Resources - Geology: Prospectors/Explorationists - Support (res. 1113), n 3354, app 3355 Natural Resources - Hardwood Lumber: Small Businesses - Supply Ensure, qu 3489 Natural Resources - Hunting Licences: Fee Increases - Justification, qu 1297 Natural Resources - LaHave River Watershed: Public Domain - Preserve, qu 2957 Natural Resources - Land Control: Legislation - Introduce (res. 538), n 1282 Natural Resources - Land Designation: Highland Park - Residents Congratulations (res. 319), n 752, app 753 Natural Resources - Laurentian Sub-Basin: Boundary - Recognition, 26 Natural Resources - Lumber Industry: Maritime Lumber Bureau - Representation, 788 Natural Resources - Lumber: Prices - Reduction Impact, 789 Natural Resources - MacNeils Cove: Mooring Grid - Licences, qu 3040 Natural Resources - Marshland (New Waterford): Frog Deaths - Ministerial Action, qu 3475 Natural Resources - Memorial High School: Department of Natural Resources Officer - Firearms Policy Explain, qu 2936 Natural Resources - National Forest Week (06-12/05/01): Resource - Importance Realize (res. 921), n 2649, app 2650 Natural Resources - National Wildlife Week (08-14/04/01): Recognize - Conservation Encourage (res. 353), n 841, app 842 Natural Resources - Natural Gas: Offshore Negotiations - Premier Explain (res. 977), n 2801 Natural Resources - Natural Gas: Pipeline (Nova Scotia Bypass) - Premier Oppose, qu 3032 Natural Resources 161 HANSARD INDEX

Natural Resources - Natural Gas: Pipeline (Nova Scotia-New England) - Premier Condemn (res. 841), n 2323 Natural Resources - Natural Gas: Pipeline (Undersea) - Approval Explain, qu 2352 Natural Resources - Natural Gas: Premier - Situation Control (res. 1577), n 4454 Natural Resources - Natural Gas: Premier/Minister - Rights Assert (res. 1000), n 2917 Natural Resources - Natural Gas: Premier/Minister - Rights Assert (res. 1047), n 3015 Natural Resources - Natural Gas: Processing Onshore - Premier Demand, qu 694 Natural Resources - Nature Conservancy of Canada: Land - Preservation, 13 Natural Resources: Nova Forest Alliance - Support (res. 656), n 1663, app 1664 Natural Resources - NSRL: Sale - Details, 138 Natural Resources: Offshore - Benefits, 76 Natural Resources: Offshore Development - Opportunities, 26 Natural Resources: Offshore - Future, 358 Natural Resources - Offshore Potential: Speech from the Throne - Treatment, 135 Natural Resources: Offshore - Revenues, 8 Natural Resources - Pioneer Coal: Plans - Table, qu 772 Natural Resources - Premier: Agreements - Consistency Lack, 136 Natural Resources - Prince Colliery: Closure - Economic Impact (Adjournment of House [Rule 43]), 3534 Natural Resources - Prospect High Head: Information Session - Residents Congratulations (res. 1276), n 3751, app 3752 Natural Resources - Prospect High Head: Nature Conservancy - Work Support (res. 148), n 376, app 376 Natural Resources - Prospect High Head: Protection - Participants Congratulations (res. 944), n 2668, app 2668 Natural Resources - Prospect High Head: Sale - Intervention Plans, qu 2361 Natural Resources - Prospect High Head: Volunteers - Commitment Congratulations (res. 250), n 571, app 571 Natural Resources - Provincial Parks: Department’s Attention - Thank (res. 1294), n 3800, app 3800 Natural Resources - Provincial Parks: Fee Increases - Minister Justify (res. 1254), n 3690 Natural Resources: Silviculture - Crown Land, 12 Natural Resources: Silviculture - Details, 29 Natural Resources - Softwood Industry: Campaign for Fairness - Premier Lead (res. 108), n 261, app 262 Natural Resources - Softwood Industry: Maritime Accord - Government (Canadian) Renew (min. stat.), 448 Natural Resources: Softwood Lumber - Agreement, 788 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber: Agreement - Exemption Status (Adjournment of House [Rule 43]), 1679, 1736 Natural Resources: Softwood Lumber Agreement - Resolution Support, 1151 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber: Duty - Premier Action, qu 1817 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber: Duty (Atlantic Canada) - Minister’s Counterparts Discuss, qu 1680 Natural Resources 162 HANSARD INDEX

Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber: Exports - Details, qu 584 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber: Maritime Accord Re-signing - Atlantic Canada Support (res. 1440), n 4092, app 4093 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber (Canada): Tariffs (United States) - Minister (Nova Scotia)/Minister (Canada) Discuss, qu 1681 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber Dispute: Premier - Support (res. 871), n 2419, app 2419 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber Industries: Lobbyist - Employ (res. 747), n 1947 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber Meetings: Premier - Experts Accompany (res. 838), n 2321 Natural Resources - StoraEnso: Forestry Management - Congratulations (res. 216), n 522, app 523 Natural Resources - Subsidence: Policy - Details, qu 4265 Natural Resources: Sustainability Fund - Intent, qu 4262 Natural Resources - Tobeatic Wilderness Area: Camping - Ministerial Order, qu 406 Natural Resources: Traditional Resource Industries - Importance, 12 Natural Resources - Web Site: Submissions - Posting Delay Explain, qu 4369 Nelson, Hiram and Kathleen - Wildlife Habitat: Land (Cole Harbour) - Donation Thank (res. 414), n 980, app 980 Nemeskeri, George and Monica - Chester Plastics: Efforts - Congratulations (res. 295), n 674, app 675 Nevin, Rosie - Shubenacadie District School/Community/Businesses: Assistance - Recognize (res. 403), n 904, app 905 Natural Resources: Volunteers - Recognize (res. 252), n 572, app 573 New Democratic Party (NDP) - Annual Convention (Sydney): Well Wishes - Extend (res. 1590), n 4464 New Democratic Party (NDP) - MacDonald, Helen: Leader - Strengths, 78 New Democratic Party (NDP) - Official Opposition: Status - Congratulations, 231 New Democratic Party (NDP) - Strengths, 78 New Germany High School - Renovations: Opening - Congratulations (res. 690), n 1779, app 1779 New Germany High School - Renovations: Opening - Congratulations (res. 703), n 1788, app 1789 New Glasgow and District Labour Commission - Workplace Safety: Efforts - Commend (res. 789), n 2066, app 2067 New Glasgow School Band/Choir - Maritime Musicfest: Participation - Congratulations (res. 624), n 1523, app 1524 New Waterford - Volunteer Firefighters: Service (85 years) - Congratulations (res. 58), n 113, app 114 Nickerson, Jessica: Athletic Success/Determination - Congratulations (res. 1451), n 4100, app 4101 Nickerson, Jessica - World Special Olympics: Performance - Congratulations (res. 128), n 276, app 277 Nicks, Stephen - Millwood High School: Exemplary Participation Award - Congratulations (res. 1517), n 4321 Nictaux Hospital Auxiliary - Anniversary (40th): Lifetime Memberships - Congratulations (res. 1305), n 3808, app 3809 Nine Mile River “Group of Five” - Municipality of East Hants: Volunteer Award - Congratulations (res. 1378), n 3959, app 3959 Nordby, Erika 163 HANSARD INDEX

Nordby, Erika - Recovery: Best Wishes - Convey (res. 398), n 900, app 901 North End Community Teen Health Centre - Opening: Participants - Congratulations (res. 560), n 1358, app 1358 Nova Scotia - Spring Cleanup: Nova Scotians - Congratulations (res. 853), n 2332 Nova Scotia - Spring Cleanup: Nova Scotians - Congratulations (res. 1050), n 3017 Nova Scotia Agricultural College (NSAC) - Governor-General’s Award: Recipients - Congratulations (res. 1121), n 3360, app 3361 Nova Scotia Agricultural College (NSAC): University Day (25/05/01) - Recognize (res. 1330), n 3885, app 3886 Nova Scotia Alcohol and Gaming Authority (report tabled), 3510 Nova Scotia Business Inc. - Board of Directors: Appointments - Congratulations (res. 892), n 2434 Nova Scotia Business Inc. - Investment Decisions, 16 Nova Scotia Business Inc.: Value - Recognize (res. 985), n 2807, d 3564 Nova Scotia College of Art and Design (NSCAD) - Environmental Planning: Anniversary (30th) - Congratulations (res. 753), n 1951, app 1952 Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) - Hospitality Service Program (Lunenburg Campus): Gala Dinner - Students Congratulations (res. 457), n 1017, app 1017 Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) (Pictou Campus) - Food and Hospitality Showcase: Organizers/Participants - Congratulations (res. 862), n 2403 Nova Scotia Council on Higher Education (report tabled), 1273 Nova Scotia Export Achievement Award: Winners - Congratulations (res. 1472), n 4225, app 4226 Nova Scotia Film Development Corporation: First Works Program - Applaud (res. 23), n 53, app 53 Nova Scotia Gaming Corporation (report tabled), 3510 Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU) - Convention Delegates: Bill No. 20 - Refer (petition), 2654 Nova Scotia Liquor Commission (NSLC) - Pharmacies: Policy - Premier Unaware, qu 2945 Nova Scotia Liquor Commission (NSLC) - Sunday Sales Policy: Nova Scotians - Minister Consult (res. 980), n 2803 Nova Scotia Psychiatric Facilities Review Board (report tabled), 1774 Nova Scotia - Quality of Life: Ensure - Commitment, 13 Nova Scotia Real Estate Commission (report tabled), 170 Nova Scotia Resources Limited (NSRL) - 01/02/00-16/05/01: Revenue - Amount, qu 3541 Nova Scotia Resources Limited (NSRL) - Profits (2000/01): Information - Premier Provide (Adj. motion), 3664 Nova Scotia Resources Limited (NSRL) - Sale: Proceeds - Details, qu 3543 Nova Scotia Resources Limited (NSRL): Sale - Revenue, 498 Nova Scotia School Athletic Federation (NSSAF) - Awards: Recipients - Congratulations (res. 1492), n 4241, app 4242 Nova Scotia Skills First - Young Women’s Conference: Organizers/Participants - Congratulations (res. 438), n 1001, app 1002 Nova Scotia Teachers Union (NSTU): Annual Council (80th) - Congratulations (res. 1185), n 3515, app 3515 Nova Scotia 164 HANSARD INDEX

Nova Scotia: Undersea Resources - Ownership, 26 Novalea Concerned Citizens Association: Crime - Concerns, 1143 Novalea Concerned Citizens Association: Efforts - Progress, 1143

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Oaklawn Zoo, 152 Oaths of Office Act, 1st 18 O’Connell, Eileen - Halifax Fairview Member of the Legislative Assembly, (1996-2000): Death of - Tribute, 2, 31 Occupational Health and Safety Week (06-12/05/01) - Workplaces: Safety and Reliability - Interest Renew (res. 939), n 2664, app 2665 Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Awards: Recipients - Congratulations (res. 1170), n 3503 O’DONNELL, Mr. Cecil (Shelburne - PC) Bill Introduced 54 District of Barrington Health Professionals Assistance Act, 1st 3230, 2nd 3694, 3rd 4143, 4200, 4372, 4428, 4490, 4542, RA 4544 District of Barrington Health Professionals Assistance Act (Bill 54), 4143, 4200 Petition Presented Justice - Shelburne County: Rifle Range - Construct, 169 Resolutions 123 Tourism and Culture - Pineapple Award: Callan, Constable Phil - Congratulations, n 272, app 273 284 Shag Harbour - Post Office: Stamp - Granting Congratulations, n 666, app 666 297 Sports - Basketball: Lockeport Junior Boys Team - Regional Title Congratulations, n 676, app 676 439 Health - Heart and Stroke Fund (Nova Scotia): Evelyn Richardson Memorial Elementary School (Shelburne County) - Fundraising Congratulations, n 1002, app 1003 448 Apple Island Marine Boat Building and Repair: Boat Launch - Congratulations, n 1009, app 1010 483 Roache, Jonathan - Death of: Family - Sympathy Convey, n 1109, app 1110 525 Campaign for Fairness - Shelburne County Women’s Forum: Support - Recognize/Thank, n 1201 632 Southwest Shore Development Authority: Contributions - Commend, n 1529, app 1530 691 Perry, Lianne - Atlantic Writing Competition: Recognition - Congratulations, n 1780, app 1780 909 National Stuttering Awareness Week (06-12/05/01) - Speak Easy Canada: Efforts - Recognize, n 2551, app 2552 O’Donnell-Resolutions 165 HANSARD INDEX

1177 Smith, R.I. Co. Ltd./Canus Fisheries Ltd./Sea Star Seafoods Ltd. - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Awards: Employers/Employees - Congratulations, n 3507 1210 Cox Shipyard - Shelburne County Historical Society: Restoration Project - Best Wishes Convey, n 3623 1283 MacKenzie, Sandra - Registered Nurses Association of Nova Scotia (RNANS): Honorary Life Membership - Congratulations, n 3786 1325 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Shelburne County Youth Health and Support Association - Commend, n 3877 Office Interiors - Expansion: Owners/Staff - Congratulations (res. 742), n 1943, app 1944 Offshore: Vision - Lack, 147 Offshore Development - Speech from the Throne: Vision - Lack, 236 OLIVE, Mr. Timothy (Dartmouth South - PC) Address in Reply, 18-24 Auditor General’s Report - Accountability: Processes - Improve, 22 Campaign for Fairness, 22 Cape Breton North - Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Progressive Conservative Caucus - Welcome, 19 Chapman, Harry - Dartmouth: History - Documentation, 19 Community Services - Nursing Homes: Assessment Criteria - Modernization, 21 Dartmouth Museum/Dartmouth Historical Society: Heritage Preservation - Thank, 20 Dartmouth South: Constituents - Thank, 18 Dartmouth South: Downtown Dartmouth - Development, 20 Dartmouth South - Downtown Revitalization: Government (Nova Scotia) - Economic Plan, 20 Dartmouth Work Activity Society, 19 Education - System: Importance - Recognition, 21 Education: Youth Pathways and Transitions Program, 21 Family: Support - Thank, 18 Government (Nova Scotia): Opportunities - Creation, 19 Halifax Regional Municipality: Support - Thank, 21 Health - Care: Clinical Services - Planning Process, 22 Health - Dartmouth General Hospital: Emergency Department - Expansion, 22 Health - Dartmouth General Hospital: Nursing/Physician Staff - Support, Thank, 22 Health - Home Care, 21 Health - Nurse Practitioner - Legislation, 22 Health - Nursing Strategy, 22 House of Assembly - By-election: Members elected - Congratulations, 19 International Year of Volunteers - Dartmouth Development: Organizations - Participation - Thank, 20 Skills Agenda, 21 Speech from the Throne - Commitments, 22 Waterfront Development Corporation, 21 Olive 166 HANSARD INDEX

Education - Janitorial Strike: Government (Nova Scotia) - Settle (res. 360), 1063 Government (Nova Scotia) - Municipal/Provincial Relations: Platform - Commitment Keep (res. 74), 328 Health - Point Pleasant Lodge: Decisions - Minister Reverse (Adj. motion), 945 House of Assembly Act (Bill 13), 720 Petition Presented Health - Bone Densitometry Services: Access - Provide, 3792 Resolutions 54 Pare, Jillian: Accomplishments - Commend, n 110, app 111 83 MacPhee, Al/MacPhee Pontiac General Motors Canada (GMC): Customer Care - Congratulations, n 175, app 175 130 Morrison, Sandy - World Special Olympics: Performance - Congratulations, n 278, app 278 139 World Wide Source Call Centre - Parker Street Food and Furniture Bank: Donation - Gratitude Express, n 284, app 285 177 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Content - Official Opposition Review, n 454 274 Morash, Shirley: World Curling Freytag Award - Congratulations, n 659, app 659 299 Shubenacadie Canal Committee - Fairbanks Centre: Foresight - Congratulations, n 677, app 678 444 Young, Paul: Achievements - Congratulations, n 1006, app 1007 464 Sports - Hockey: Dartmouth Subway - Atlantic Champions Congratulations, n 1022, app 1023 524 Campaign for Fairness - Liberal Party (Nova Scotia): Support - Demonstrate, n 1200 548 Health - Cape Breton Regional Municipality (CBRM): Smoke-Free Status - Applaud, n 1289, app 1290 742 Office Interiors - Expansion: Owners/Staff - Congratulations, n 1943, app 1944 810 Prince Andrew Woodlawn Environmental Enhancement and Conservation Association (PAWEECA) - Work: Contributions - Recognize/Commend, n 2192, app 2193 892 Nova Scotia Business Inc. - Board of Directors: Appointments - Congratulations, n 2434 932 Osteoporosis Society (Nova Scotia) - Advocacy Committee: Efforts - Applaud, n 2659, app 2659 1011 Dartmouth Seniors’ Service Centre: Anniversary (25th) - Congratulations, n 2925, app 2926 1056 Government (Canada) - Dartmouth: Downtown - Presence Retain, n 3217 1154 Trans Canada Trail - Programs: Participants - Congratulations, n 3463, app 3464 1192 Trail Blazer - Levangie, Shawn/Employees: Entrepreneurship - Recognize, n 3520, app 3521 1281 Muxlow, Josephine - Registered Nurses Association of Nova Scotia (RNANS): Client/Public Health Advocacy Award - Congratulations, n 3785 1296 Keating, Charles - Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre Foundation: Commitments - Thank, n 3801, app 3802 Olive-Resolutions 167 HANSARD INDEX

1317 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Dartmouth Area - Recipients Commend, n 3872 1535 Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) Airwomen’s Reunion - Members: Welcome - Organizers Acknowledge, n 4340, app 4341 1567 Chapman, Harry: Dartmouth Book Award - Congratulations, n 4445 1575 House of Assembly - Legislative Staff: Efforts - Applaud, n 4453, app 4453 Supply Motion, 1325-1326 Education - Schools: Custodians - Nomenclature, 1325 Education - Schools: Custodians - Value, 1326 Oliver, Perry, 1325 Ombudsman - Independent: Premier - Appoint (res. 633), n 1530 Ombudsman Act (Bill 47), 1st 2320 Ombudsman’s Office - Abolition, 133 Ombudsman’s Office/Human Rights Committee: Merger - Cease (res. 1143), n 3455 Ondaatje, Christopher - South Shore Cultural Life: Contribution - Gratitude Express (res. 136), n 282, app 283 O’Neil, Kevin - Mulgrave: Volunteer of the Year - Congratulations (res. 891), n 2433, app 2434 Onichino, Luciano: Community Building Project (Parrsboro) - Congratulations (res. 609), n 1512 Optometry Act (Bill 17), 1st 652, 2nd 3699, 3rd 4127, RA 4544 Order of Canada: Bain, George - Congratulations (res. 53), n 110, app 110 Order of Canada: Nova Scotia Recipients - Congratulations (res. 1465), n 4220, app 4220 Order of Nova Scotia Act (Bill 10), 1st 261, 2nd 507, 549, 801, 4075, 3rd 4473, RA 4543 Organization of Responsible Bikers: Motorcycle Safety/Charity Support - Thank (res. 1303), n 3807, app 3808 Osteoporosis Society (Nova Scotia) - Advocacy Committee: Efforts - Applaud (res. 932), n 2659, app 2659 Oxford Elementary School - Teachers/Parents/Volunteers/Staff: Dedication - Acknowledge (res. 755), n 2040 Oxford Regional High School: Class of 2001 - Congratulations (res. 646), n 1653 Oxford Regional High School - Teachers/Parents/Volunteers/Staff: Dedication - Acknowledge (res. 754), n 2040

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Palliser Restaurant/Motel - Bruce, Keltie and Allen: Community - Commitment Thank (res. 1208), n 3533, app 3533 Paquette, Wendy - Financial Post’s “Power 50”: Recognition - Congratulations (res. 262), n 648, app 649 Pare, Jillian: Accomplishments - Commend (res. 54), n 110, app 111 Parent 168 HANSARD INDEX

PARENT, Mr. Mark (Kings North - PC) Address in Reply, 89-95 Acadia University, 93 Agriculture: Kings North - Importance, 92 Baptists: Kings County - Contributions, 93 Black Community: Kings County - Importance, 94 Cape Breton North Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Victory - Congratulations, 89 Chester-St. Margaret’s Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Return - Welcome, 89 Education: Active Young Readers Program - Introduction, 94 Environment: Protection - Initiatives, 91 Environment and Labour Minister: Appointment - Congratulations, 91 Halifax Fairview Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Election: Victory - Congratulations, 89 Immigration - Kings County, 94 Kings North - Acadians, 92 Kings North: Constituency - Description, 90 Kings North - Constituents, 90 Kings North - Loyalists, 92 Kings North: Mi’kmaq - Contribution, 91 Kings North - Planters, 92 Loyalists: Kings County - Influence, 93 Finance - Income Taxes: Rise - Bracket Creep/User Fees (Adj. motion), 798 Finance - Taxes/User Fees: Rise - Election Promises Contravention (Adj. motion), 1159 House of Assembly - Legislators: Female - Numbers Increase (Adj. motion), 2394 Petitions Presented Americas, Summit of - Public Inquiry: Kings County - Residents Demand, 2315 Transportation and Public Works - Canning: Main Street (Route 221) - Repave, 3879 Political Process - Parties: Youth - Attract (Adj. motion), 343 Resolutions 131 Holleman, Jennifer - Boxing: Canadian Championships - Achievement Congratulations, n 278 208 Redcliffe, Kelly Marie: Atlantic Writing Competition - Commend, n 512 237 Mendez, Dr. Ivar - Exhibition: Opening - Congratulations, n 561, app 562 258 Deveau, Adam - Summit of the Americas: Participation - Commend, n 576, app 577 443 Veinotte, Dr. Dennis - Career: Congratulations/Retirement - Best Wishes Convey, n 1005, app 1006 455 Pleasant-Joseph, Deborah - Education: Achievement - Congratulations, n 1015, app 1016 539 Kingsport Wharf - Reclamation Project: Participants - Congratulations, n 1282, app 1283 Parent-Resolutions 169 HANSARD INDEX

546 Keddy, Charles, Doris, Treasure, Phillip and Amber: Farm Family of the Year - Congratulations, n 1287, app 1288 588 Missionary Ventures - Bagnell, Dr. Peter and William/Morgan, Dr. Paul and Noel: Port Williams School - Generosity Congratulations, n 1390, app 1391 620 Ueffing, Joe and Susan: Paul Harris Fellows (Rotary) - Congratulations, n 1520, app 1521 659 House of Assembly - Poetry: Usage - Encourage, n 1666 780 Timberlea-Prospect Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) (Estabrooks, Mr. William) - Sir John A. Macdonald High School: Convocation Speaker - Congratulations, n 2059, app 2071 822 Hennigar, Matthew/Painting 2000 - Youth Entrepreneurial Skills Program: Award - Congratulations, n 2202, app 2203 851 Canning Volunteer Fire Department - Defibrillator Equipment: Service - Congratulations, n 2330, app 2331 856 Dexter-Peck, Patti: Robert Wood Johnson Award - Congratulations, n 2334, app 2335 861 Sweet, Phyllis - Retirement: Best Wishes - Convey, n 2403 880 Millstone, The (Sheffield Mills) - Newspaper: Inaugural Edition - Congratulations, n 2425, app 2426 903 Avon Valley Greenhouses Ltd. - Expansion: Congratulations - Contribution Recognize, n 2547, app 2547 940 Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Festival - President/Team: Commemorative Stamp - Announcement Congratulations, n 2665, app 2666 963 Eastman, Ken/Graves, Dave - Big Brothers/Big Sisters: Bicycles - Donations Congratulations, n 2791, app 2791 975 Spurs and Stetsons Clubs (Nova Scotia and New Brunswick) - Challenge Cup: Participants/Sponsors - Congratulations, n 2800, app 2800 1007 Sports - FCLD Enterprise (Falconer Family) - Building Healthier Futures Corporate Award (2001) - Congratulations, n 2923, app 2923 1057 Two Planks and a Passion Theatre - Land Purchase (Kings County): Arts Centre Establishment - Congratulations/Best Wishes, n 3218 1062 Porter, Lucas - Kiwanis Music Fest: Accomplishment - Congratulations, n 3220 1106 Fruit Growers’ Association (Nova Scotia): Dessert Contest Winners - Congratulations, n 3348 1173 Kentville, Town of; Municipal Operations, Construction and Maintenance - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Award: Employers/Employees - Congratulations, n 3504 1244 Allen, Maurice - “Equality: Challenging the Defenses of the Unfettered Free Market”/ Book - Congratulations, n 3682, app 3683 1320 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Kentville Area - Recipients Commend, n 3874 1327 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Valley Restorative Justice - Commend, n 3878 Parent-Resolutions 170 HANSARD INDEX

1366 Kings County Citizens for Community Well Being - Members: Work - Commend, n 3950, app 3950 1375 Upshaw, Jessica/Higgins, Sarah - Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Festival: Kentville/Port Williams - Representation Congratulations, n 3956, app 3957 1554 Goucher, Peter - Cornwallis District High School: Principal - Work Congratulations, n 4438 Supply Motion, 872-876 Globalization, 872 Globalization - Cultural, 872 Globalization - Economic, 873 Globalization - Impacts, 875 Globalization - Political, 873 Globalization - Religious, 872 Parent Abuse - Spry, Captain William Community Centre: Research Project - Participants Congratulations (res. 569), n 1364, app 1365 Parks, Natalie: Youth Volunteer Award/Duke of Edinburgh Award - Congratulations (res. 571), n 1377 Parks, Natalie: Youth Volunteer of the Year Award - Congratulations (res. 674), n 1766 Parrish-Zwicker, Lavinia - Nova Scotia School Boards Association: Presidency - Re-election Congratulations (res. 1431), n 4084, app 4085 Parrsboro Elementary School - Teachers/Parents/Volunteers/Staff: Dedication - Acknowledge (res. 763), n 2044 Parrsboro Regional High School: Class of 2001 - Congratulations (res. 644), n 1652 Parrsboro Regional High School - Teachers/Parents/Volunteers/Staff: Dedication - Acknowledge (res. 762), n 2044 Partnership for Access Awareness (Nova Scotia) - Disabled Nova Scotians: Quality of Life - Improvement Congratulations (res. 1393), n 4010, app 4011 Pashkoshi, Joanne, 1324 Pashkowski, Amanda - Millwood High School: Exemplary Participation Award - Congratulations (res. 1519), n 4322 Paul, Dan - Nova Scotia Police Commission: Appointment - Congratulations (res. 107), n 260, app 261 Peacekeeping Medal: Recipients - Congratulations (res. 305), n 682, app 682 Peacekeeping Medals - Royal Canadian Legion (Armstrong Memorial Branch 19): Recipients - Congratulations (res. 1295), n 3801, app 3801 Peach, John and Cathy, 1323 Peck, Darlene and Rodney - Child Welfare League of Canada: Canadian Achievement Award (2000) - Congratulations (res. 124), n 273, app 274 Pension Benefits Act (Bill 9), 1st 173, 2nd 3994 Perry, Lianne - Atlantic Writing Competition: Recognition - Congratulations (res. 691), n 1780, app 1780 Peter Pan Day Care Centre - Workers: Government (Nova Scotia) - Attentiveness Display (res. 846), n 2326 Peters Place - Pilot Program: Proposal - Minister Review (res. 1194), n 3522 Petitions 171 HANSARD INDEX

PETITIONS PRESENTED Americas, Summit of - Public Inquiry: Kings County - Residents Demand (Mr. M. Parent), 2315 Education: School Closures - Oppose (Mr. J. Pye), 1071 Education - School Closures: Review Process - Unfair (Mr. J. Pye), 168 Environment and Labour - Torbrook (Annapolis County): Composting Facility - Oppose (Mr. F. Chipman), 4082 Government (Nova Scotia): Child Poverty - Eliminate (Mr. J. Pye), 375 Health: Bill No. 19 - Pass (Mr. D. Dexter), 3678 Health - Bone Densitometers: Numbers - Increase (Mr. D. Wilson), 2788 Health - Bone Densitometry Services: Access - Provide (Mr. T. Olive), 3792 Health - Queens County: Home Support Workers - Unfairly Paid (Mr. D. Dexter), 4010 Health - Strait-Richmond Hospital: Doctor - Hire (Mr. M. Samson), 4326 Justice - Shelburne County: Rifle Range - Construct (Mr. C. O’Donnell), 169 Natural Resources: Deer Jacking - Oppose (Mr. B. Taylor), 646 Natural Resources: Deer Jacking - Unfair (Mr. B. Taylor), 169 Natural Resources - Deer Jacking: Wildlife - Unfair (Mr. B. Taylor) (by Mr. C. O’Donnell), 2405 Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU) - Convention Delegates: Bill No. 20 - Refer (Mr. D. Dexter), 2654 Transportation and Public Works - Canning: Main Street (Route 221) - Repave (Mr. M. Parent), 3879 Transportation and Public Works - Cape Breton: Roads - Repair (Mr. F. Corbett), 1101 Transportation and Public Works - Cheticamp: Road Clean-up - Denied (Hon. Rodney MacDonald), 169 Transportation and Public Works - College Road: Colchester County - Repave (Mr. W. Langille), 558 Transportation and Public Works - Gros Nez (Richmond County): Roads - Pave (Mr. M. Samson), 2993 Transportation and Public Works: Highway No. 101 - Twin (Mr. J. Pye), 4082 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 208: Upgrade - Priority (Mr. D. Downe), 250 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 208: Upgrade - Priority (Mr. W. Estabrooks), 2178 Transportation and Public Works: Highway No. 245 - Repair (Mr. J. DeWolfe), 168 Transportation and Public Works: Lamont Road (Pictou County) - Upgrade (Mr. J. DeWolfe), 169 Transportation and Public Works - Middle River: Bridge - Replace (Mr. K. MacAskill), 2788 Transportation and Public Works - Prospect Road/Peggy’s Cove: Road - Upgrade (Mr. W. Estabrooks), 2178 Transportation and Public Works: Roads - Repair (Mr. J. DeWolfe), 2654 Transportation and Public Works: Roads - Repave (Mr. D. Downe), 168 Transportation and Public Works: Route 12 (Chester Basin to New Ross) - Priority (Mr. J. Chataway), 33 Transportation and Public Works: Route 209 - Repair (The Speaker) (by Mr. B. Taylor), 250 Transportation and Public Works: South River Lake Road - Pave (Mr. Ronald Chisholm), 1773 Petitions 172 HANSARD INDEX

Transportation and Public Works - Sydney River: Carmichael Drive/Woodlawn Drive - Stop Signs Install (Mr. R. MacKinnon), 1072 Petroleum Directorate - Energy: Role - Review (min. stat.), 251 Petroleum Directorate - Expansion: Minister - Commit, qu 3558 Petroleum Directorate - Exploration: Onshore - Leases, qu 1084 Petroleum Directorate - Laurentian Basin: Boundary Dispute - Contingency Plan, qu 3755 Petroleum Directorate - Laurentian Basin: Boundary Dispute - Premier’s Involvement, qu 3757 Petroleum Directorate - Laurentian Sub-Basin: Economic Growth - Plan Details, qu 3813 Petroleum Directorate - Laurentian Sub-Basin: Tribunal - Expectations Explain, qu 2445 Petroleum Directorate - Offshore Development: Province’s Share - Guarantee, qu 1699 Petroleum Directorate - Offshore Development: Safety - Assurances, qu 692 Petroleum Directorate - Offshore Pipeline: United States Exports - Prohibition Guarantee, qu 3033 Petroleum Directorate - Oil Companies: Royalties - Department Expertise, qu 3659 Petroleum Directorate - Oil-Based Drilling Mud: Disposal - Environmental Regulations, qu 4251 Petroleum Directorate - Petrochemical Industries: Opportunities (Nova Scotia) - Equality Ensure, qu 1221 Petroleum Directorate - Petroleum Minister: Full Time - Premier Commit, qu 3815 Petroleum Directorate - Sable Tier II: Nova Scotia Content - Ensure, qu 2444 Petroleum Directorate - Sempra: Delays - Actions, qu 1031 Petroleum Directorate - Tribunal Decision: Premier - Action Explain, qu 3756 Petroleum Directorate/Transportation and Public Works - Natural Gas District: Ministers - Co-operate (res. 384), n 889 Pettigrew, Mark - Halifax Regional School Board: Golden Apple Award - Congratulations (res. 1536), n 4341, app 4342 Pictou-Antigonish Regional Library - CLTA Award: Adopt a Library Literacy Program - Participants Congratulations (res. 1466), n 4221, app 4221 Pictou-Antigonish Regional Library - Veterans: Web Site - Establishment Congratulations (res. 286), n 667, app 668 Pictou County District Health Authority: Volunteers - Thank (res. 684), n 1771 Pictou County Horse Show - Past Times Farm: Event Supporters - Congratulations (res. 1533), n 4339, app 4339 Pictou County Special Olympics - Curling Team: Victories - Congratulations (res. 679), n 1769 Pictou County Tourism Association - Gala Awards Dinner: Recipients - Congratulations (res. 1369), n 3952, app 3953 Pictou County United Way - Goals: Attainment - Congratulations (res. 1390), n 4006 Pictou Landing First Nations: Coastal Community Network’s Resource Management Award - Congratulations (res. 1108), n 3349 Pictou Shipyard - Contract: Workers/Union - Congratulations (res. 782), n 2061 Pier 21 - National Award: Best New Attraction - Congratulations (res. 1453), n 4102, app 4103 Pierlot, Caitlin/Tonner, Kelsey - Sir John A. Macdonald High School: Lieutenant Governor’s Medal - Congratulations (res. 1585), n 4460, app 4461 Pilmer, David/Viva, Catherine: Prime Minister’s Teaching Awards - Congratulations (res. 1142), n 3454, app 3455 Piper, Loretta 173 HANSARD INDEX

Piper, Loretta - Sleeping Children Around the World Program: Efforts - Congratulations (res. 1280), n 3785 Planet Entrepreneur Awards (Atlantic Canada) - Centre for Entrepreneurship Education and Development (CEED): Recipients - Congratulations (res. 915), n 2641 Planned Parenthood - Metro Clinic: Anniversary (30th) - Congratulations (res. 840), n 2322, app 2322 Pleasant-Joseph, Deborah - Education: Achievement - Congratulations (res. 455), n 1015, app 1016 Point Pleasant Park - Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM): Ecosystem - Health Restore (res. 1101), n 3256, app 3256 Police Week - Police Officers: Dedication/Achievement - Applaud/Honour (res. 1260), n 3735, app 3736 Police Week 2001 (13-19/05/01) - Police Officers: Dedication/Achievement - Applaud/Honour (res. 1245), n 3683, app 3684 Political Process - Parties: Youth - Attract (Adj. motion), 343 Political Process: Voters - Cynicism, 129 Polls: New Democratic Party (NDP) - Results, 371 Port Acadie - Université Sainte-Anne: Editors/Sponsors - Commend (res. 1333), n 3887, app 3888 Port Acadie - Université Sainte-Anne: Journal - Creation Congratulations (res. 1338), n 3891, app 3892 Port Hawkesbury Judo Club - Tournaments: Efforts - Congratulations (res. 1372), n 3954, app 3955 Port Royal - 400th Anniversary Society: Costa, Jerry/Volunteers - Congratulations (res. 1446), n 4096, app 4097 Porter, Lucas - Kiwanis Music Fest: Accomplishment - Congratulations (res. 1062), n 3220 Pottier, Danielle - South West Nova Music Fest: Star - Nomination Congratulations (res. 1158), n 3467, app 3467 Pour for the Cure - Pink Ribbon Mother’s Day Tea: Organizers/Sponsors - Congratulations (res. 1089), n 3247, app 3248 Power, Adrienne - Track and Field: Canadian Inter-University Athletic Union (CIAU) Medal (Bronze) - Congratulations (res. 635), n 1531, app 1532 Premier - Accomplishments: Post-Election - Question (res. 1371), n 3953 Premier - Campaign for Fairness: Buchanan, Senator John/Mulroney, Right Honourable Brian - Support Seek (res. 22), n 52 Premier - Meetings: Premier Grimes (Newfoundland) - Outcome, qu 4253 Premier - Nurses: Respect Show - Demands Listen, qu 4361 Premier: Platform (1999) - Promises, 370 Premier/Cabinet: Mandate - Fulfillment, 233 Premier’s Council on Energy: Energy Strategy - Development, 13 Pridham, Colleen: Director of Tri-County Learning and Literacy Society - Recognize (res. 666), n 1671, app 1672 Prince Andrew Woodlawn Environmental Enhancement and Conservation Association (PAWEECA): Commitment/Initiatives - Congratulations (res. 1606), n 4549 Prince Andrew Woodlawn Environmental Enhancement and Conservation Association (PAWEECA) - Work: Contributions - Recognize/Commend (res. 810), n 2192, app 2193 Prince Andrew High School - Fame: Production - Participants Congratulations (res. 485), n 1111, app 1111 Priorities and Planning 174 HANSARD INDEX

Priorities and Planning - Spending: Cabinet Approval - Details, qu 919 Private and Local Bills Committee (reports tabled), 3932, 3932, 4010, 4035 Proctor, Laura - Science Fair Project: Prize (1st Place) - Congratulations (res. 748), n 1947, app 1948 Progressive Conservative (PC) Caucus - Colleagues: Campaign Assistance - Thank, 24 Progressive Conservative (PC) Caucus - Pay Increase (3 Per Cent): Charity Donations - Details, qu 3906 Progressive Conservative (PC) Caucus - Pay Increase (3 Per Cent): Charity Donations - Receipts Provide (res. 1368), n 3951 Prostitution: Children Participants - Apprehend, 70 Protection of Public Participation Act (Bill 61), 1st 3795 Provincial Sovereignty Act (Bill 38), 1st 1355, 2nd 2958 Provision of Information by Ministers (Speaker’s Ruling), 1923 Provo, Jean - Dentistry Degree: Dalhousie University - Graduation Congratulations (res. 1343), n 3895, app 3896 Public Accounts, Supplement to (report tabled), 517 Public Service Commission - Plan, 73 Public Services Protection Act (Bill 2), 1st 41 Puff the Magic Dragon - Drawing: Cape Breton West Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Present (res. 526), n 1201, app 1202 Pugwash District High School - Robot Design Competition: Victory - Congratulations (res. 1217), n 3628, app 3628 Purcell, David - Death of: Family/Friends - Condolences Extend (res. 1016), n 2929, app 2930 PURVES, Hon. Jane (Halifax Citadel - PC) Bills Introduced 15 Teachers’ Collective Bargaining Act, 1st 559, 2nd 3696, 3rd 4125, RA 4544 56 An Act Respecting the Cathedral Church of the Diocese of Nova Scotia, 1st 3629, 2nd 3695, 3rd 4142, RA 4545 57 Halifax Corresponding Committee Act, 1st 3629, 2nd 3695, 3rd 4142, RA 4545 Education - Janitorial Strike: Government (Nova Scotia) - Settle (res. 360), 1055 Ministerial Statement Education: Sussex (New Brunswick) - Bus Accident, 1956 Report Tabled Nova Scotia Council on Higher Education, 1273 Resolutions 79 Acadia University: Pioneer Award - Congratulations, n 171, app 172 80 Women, Status of - Women’s Community Economic Development Network: Work - Recognize, n 172, app 173 101 Education - Yarmouth Consolidated Memorial High School: Remembrance Day Holiday - Initiative Recognize, n 256, app 256 105 Human Rights Commission - Volition (Pictou County)/Youth Speaks Up (Sydney): Achievements - Applaud, n 259, app 259 147 Education - Automated Speech Recognition: Classroom Provision - Participants Congratulations, n 375, app 376 Purves-Resolutions 175 HANSARD INDEX

149 Education - Libraries (Nova Scotia): Service - Recognize, n 377, app 377 172 Goldbloom, Dr. Ruth - Nova Scotia College of Art and Design (NSCAD): Honorary Degree - Congratulations, n 450, app 451 173 Education - Literacy: Practitioners (Community-Based) - Acknowledge, n 451, app 451 234 Sydney Academy: High School Debating Championship - Congratulations, n 559, app 559 262 Paquette, Wendy - Financial Post’s “Power 50”: Recognition - Congratulations , n 648, app 649 265 Colford, Ian - Atlantic Writing Competition: Award - Congratulations, n 651, app 651 334 Education - Volunteers (Nova Scotia): Commitment - Recognize, n 824, app 824 383 Education - Beechville-Lakeside-Timberlea School: Arts Education Projects - Congratulations, n 888, app 889 413 Education - Saint Mary’s University (SMU): Gambia - Programming Recognize, n 979, app 979 418 Education - Pavonis/Centre for Entrepreneurship, Education and Development (CEED): Relationship - Recognize, n 983, app 983 466 Economic Development - Halifax Downtown Business Commission: Leadership - Congratulations, n 1024, app 1024 526 Puff the Magic Dragon - Drawing: Cape Breton West Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Present, n 1201, app 1202 528 Saint Mary’s University (SMU) - Donahoe, Terry: Honorary Degree Conferral - Congratulations, n 1274, app 1274 575 Redgrave, Vanessa - St. Francis Xavier (F.X.) University: Honorary Degree - Congratulations, n 1380, app 1381 614 Education - Education Week Awards: Recipients - Acknowledge (by Hon. A. MacIsaac), n 1516, app 1516 648 Education - Techsploration Program: Participants - Congratulations, n 1657, app 1657 687 Right to Vote (Women) - Provincial/Federal Elections: Anniversary (83rd) - Recognize, n 1776, app 1777 719 TECH-table Capital Venture Gig - Event: Participants - Congratulations, n 1925, app 1926 798 Arbour, Madam Justice Louise - University of Kings College: Honorary Degree - Congratulations, n 2183, app 2183 799 Sacred Heart School - Provincial Junior High School Debating Championship: Victory - Congratulations, n 2184, app 2184 833 Chignecto-Central/Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Boards - Mi’kmaq Language Course: Video Conferencing - Participants Congratulations, n 2316, app 2317 836 Elms, Ben - Canadian Race Relations Foundation: Board of Directors - Appointment Congratulations, n 2319, app 2319 865 Troughton, Michael - Nova Scotia Agricultural College (NSAC): Honorary Degree - Congratulations, n 2414, app 2415 868 Kelly, Terry - University of King’s College: Honorary Degree - Congratulations, n 2417, app 2417 Purves-Resolutions 176 HANSARD INDEX

920 Costard, Chrissy/Lehki, Vikram: Toronto Dominion (TD) Canada Trust Scholarships - Congratulations, n 2648, app 2649 924 Siebold, Lorraine - Handcrafts: Royal Gift - Congratulations, n 2652, app 2652 994 Education - Mi’kmaq Language Conference: Language/Culture - Value Recognize, n 2912, app 2912 1112 Charles, Dr. Tony - Saint Mary’s University: Pew Marine Conservation Fellowship - Congratulations, n 3353, app 3354 1142 Pilmer, David/Viva, Catherine: Prime Minister’s Teaching Awards - Congratulations, n 3454, app 3455 1180 Lloyd, Meghann - Acadia University: Athenaeum Student of the Year Award - Congratulations, n 3511, app 3511 1182 Centre for Entrepreneurship Education and Development (CEED) - Open for Business Project: Entrepreneurship Ambassadors - Congratulations, n 3512, app 3513 1214 Hazelton, Cara - Mount Saint Vincent University (MSVU): J.D. Irving Student Entrepreneur of the Year Award/CanJet Airlines Service Excellence Award - Congratulations, n 3626, app 3626 1217 Pugwash District High School - Robot Design Competition: Victory - Congratulations, n 3628, app 3628 1239 Horton High School - Reach for the Top: Team - Congratulations, n 3678, app 3679 1241 Bishop, Jill - Skills Nova Scotia Competition: Victory - Congratulations, n 3680, app 3680 1261 Callaghan, Clair - Dalhousie University: Honorary Degree - Congratulations, n 3740, app 3740 1286 McKinnon, Kristi - YTV Achievement Awards: Finalist - Nomination Congratulations, n 3793, app 3793 1328 International Day of the Lebanese Emigrant - Lebanese Canadians: Best Wishes - Convey, n 3883, app 3884 1331 Sisters of Congregation of Notre Dame/Parks Canada - Fortress Louisbourg: Exhibit/ Web Site - Congratulations, n 3886, app 3886 1355 VISUNET Canada - Print Disabled: Partnership - Participants Congratulations, n 3939, app 3940 1356 Selig, Peter/Trites, John - Horton High School: Curriculum Development - Efforts Congratulations, n 3940, app 3941 1394 Saint Mary’s University (SMU) - Bacchus Canadian Carmi Cimicata Award: Drink Responsibly and Feel Terriffic (DRAFT) Team - Congratulations, n 4011, app 4012 1429 Edmunds, Lindsey - Canadian Medical Association Journal: Science Project - Publication Congratulations, n 4083, app 4083 1431 Parrish-Zwicker, Lavinia - Nova Scotia School Boards Association: Presidency - Re-election Congratulations, n 4084, app 4085 1453 Pier 21 - National Award: Best New Attraction - Congratulations, n 4102, app 4103 1466 Pictou-Antigonish Regional Library - CLTA Award: Adopt a Library Literacy Program - Participants Congratulations, n 4221, app 4221 1469 Horton, Lyndsey: Achievements - Congratulations, n 4223, app 4223 Purves-Resolutions 177 HANSARD INDEX

1523 Canadian National Site Licensing Project - Research Libraries: Participants - Congratulations, n 4330, app 4330 1527 National Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada - Post-Graduate Scholarships: Nova Scotia Agricultural College (NSAC) - Recipients Congratulations, n 4334, app 4334 1571 Lieutenant Governor’s Medals: Recipients (Nova Scotia) - Congratulations, n 4449, app 4450 Teachers’ Collective Bargaining Act (Bill 15), 3696, 3698, 4126 PYE, Mr. Jerry (Dartmouth North - NDP) Bill Introduced 51 Motor Vehicle Act, 1st 2540 Education - Neighbourhood Schools: Closure - Reassess (Adj. motion), 611 Financial Measures (2001) Act (Bill 30), 1591, 2115 Government (Nova Scotia) - Municipal/Provincial Relations: Platform - Commitment Keep (res. 74), 326 Government Restructuring (2001) Act (Bill 20), 2747, 3272 House of Assembly Act (Bill 13), 716 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber: Agreement - Exemption Status (Adjournment of House [Rule 43]), 1745 Pension Benefits Act (Bill 9), 4000 Petitions Presented Education: School Closures - Oppose, 1071 Education - School Closures: Review Process - Unfair, 168 Government (Nova Scotia): Child Poverty - Eliminate, 375 Transportation and Public Works: Highway No. 101 - Twin, 4082 Questions (Oral) Community Services - Client: Workforce Entry - Aid, 2948 Community Services: Education - Income Assistance, 703 Community Services - Health Department: Jurisdiction Problem - Minister Resolve, 4110 Community Services - Infant Care: Policy - Announcement, 2218 Community Services: Information Session - Details, 1798 Community Services - Information Technology (IT) Services: Privatization - Consultation Time Frame, 1800 Community Services - Kendrick Report: Draft - Objections Explain, 1298 Community Services - Kendrick Report: Recommendations - Implementation Schedule, 1549 Community Services - National Child Tax Benefit: Clawback - Acknowledge, 701 Community Services - Regulations: Benefits - Amounts, 318 Community Services - Social Assistance: Policy - Table, 4355 Community Services - Social Service Recipients: Funding - Status, 2216 Education - Dartmouth North: School Closures - Attention, 405 Education - Northbrook School: Closure - Minister Stop, 1212 Finance - Casino (Sydney): Charities - Cutbacks Restore, 3655 Pye-Questions (Oral) 178 HANSARD INDEX

Finance - Seniors: Tax Rebates/Property Tax - Increases Correlate, 4246 Health - Disabled Adults: Department Change - Effect, 1089 Health - Funding Agreement (Walsh, Audrey): Honour - Refusal Explain, 3917 Health - Kendrick Report: Implementation - Time Frame, 1131 Health - Kendrick Report: Minister - Acceptance, 1050 Health - Light Radiation Treatments: Wait Lists - Extension Explain, 3538 Health - Mentally Disabled: Kendrick Report - Recommendations Adopt, 3662 Reports Tabled Resolutions 41 Health - Aricept and Excelon (Alzheimer’s Disease): Government (Nova Scotia) - Cost Cover (by Mr. G. Steele), n 65 89 Community Services - Feed Our Lambs: Efforts - Recognize, n 179, app 180 98 Health - Persons With Epilepsy: Pharmacare Card - Provide, n 186 160 Transportation and Public Works - Victoria Road Interchange (Dartmouth): Upgrade - Start, n 385 199 Justice - Jail/Forensic Hospital: Dartmouth North - Benefits Enumerate, n 471 204 Creighton-Gerrish Development Association - Housing Complex: Funding - Congratulations, n 475, app 475 221 Freedom Foundation - Renovations: Participants - Thank, n 526, app 527 227 Health - Secure Treatment Centre: Spaces - Increase, n 530 244 Department of National Defence (DND) - Military Bases: Rent Increase - Minister Revisit, n 566, app 567 256 Health - Bone Densitometers: Purchase - Minister Prioritize, n 575 266 Jackimowicz, Stefan Ian - Death of: Family - Condolences Convey, n 653, app 653 397 Health - Alzheimer’s Disease: Medication - Provincial Health Plan Cover, n 899 408 Education - Child Care: Educators - Salary Increase, n 908 473 Recovery House Addiction Centre (Antigonish) - Funding: Premier - Provide, n 1077 563 Reach Nova Scotia: Law Day Award - Congratulations, n 1360, app 1361 598 MacNeil, John: Seton Award - Congratulations, n 1398, app 1399 606 Anthony, Sylvia: Provincial Volunteer Award - Congratulations, n 1404, app 1405 660 MacDonald, Anne: Francis (Bud) MacKay Award - Congratulations, n 1667, app 1667 740 Kidd, Ms. Pat: Education Week Award - Congratulations, n 1941, app 1942 791 Ladies Auxiliary (East Preston) - Elder Members: Honour - Commend, n 2068, app 2068 818 Main, Hannah/Manthorne, Mitchell - Awana Spring (2001) Contest: Win - Congratulations, n 2199, app 2200 950 Community Services - Family Caregivers Week (07-13/05/01): Caregivers - Recognize, n 2672, app 2673 957 Segboer, Myrna - Raymond, Alberta: Female Citizen of the Year - Congratulations, n 2677, app 2678 979 Hearing and Speech Awareness Month (May) - Nova Scotia Hearing and Speech Centres: Dedication - Recognize, n 2803, app 2803 Pye-Resolutions 179 HANSARD INDEX

984 Halifax Explosion - Survivors: Pension Benefits Restoration - Efforts Applaud, n 2806, app 2807 1030 Transportation and Public Works - Nova Scotians: Best Interests - Minister Remember, n 3002 1053 Lutley, Fred and Janet: Anniversary (50th) - Congratulations, n 3021 1087 Lutley, Fred and Janet: Anniversary (50th) - Congratulations, n 3246, app 3246 1103 Landsdowne Outdoor Recreation Development Association (LORDA) - Seniors/Disabled: Executive Director/Board of Directors - Contributions, n 3257, app 3258 1135 Health/Community Services - Child Care: Funding - Ministers Increase, n 3371 1199 Smith, Ernest “Smokey” - Victoria Cross Winner (Surviving): Bravery - Recognize/Honour, n 3526, app 3526 1227 Isenor, Joel/Higgins, Casey/White, Jason/Smith, Craig - World Fastball Championships: Bronze - Congratulations, n 3636, app 3637 1235 MacIntosh, Ross - Nova Scotia Special Olympics: Male Coach of the Year - Congratulations, n 3643, app 3643 1256 Community Services - Early Childhood Development Program: Funding - Members Prioritize, n 3691 1379 Dominion - Food Bank: Assistance - Residents Congratulations, n 3959, app 3960 1386 National Missing Children’s Day - Recognize, n 3965, app 3965 1416 Access Awareness Week - Support: Access Efforts - Year-Round Achieve, n 4029, app 4030 1422 Thorpe, Jean - Canadian Cancer Society: Efforts - Recognize/Appreciate, n 4034, app 4034 1444 Community Services - Leeside Transition House/Transition Houses (Nova Scotia): Budgets - Minister Ensure, n 4095 1544 Bell, Sharon - Heritage Credit Union: Service - Congratulations, n 4347, app 4348 Social Workers Act (Bill 34), 3732 Sydney Casino Profits Distribution Act (Bill 46), 4295 Volunteers: Contributions - Highlight (Adj . motion), 1270

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QUESTIONS (ORAL) Acadian Affairs - Executive Director: Position - Interview Details (Mr. M. Samson), 2955 Agriculture - Federation of Agriculture: Meetings - Attendance (Mr. D. Downe), 1216 Agriculture - Layoffs (Production Technology Branch): Hiring - Former Executive Assistant (Connell, Mr. Bev) (Mr. J. MacDonell), 1028 Agriculture - Nova Scotia Organic Growers Association: Specialists - Minister’s Awareness (Mr. J. MacDonell), 2944 Questions (Oral) 180 HANSARD INDEX

Agriculture and Fisheries - Agricultural Development Institute (ADI): User Fees - Confirmation (Mr. J. MacDonell), 1301 Agriculture and Fisheries - Buyer Licence Regulations: Processing Costs - Information Table (Mr. D. Downe), 4119 Agriculture and Fisheries - Buyer Licence Regulations: Response Deadline - Extend (Mr. J. MacDonell), 4120 Agriculture and Fisheries - Deep Sea Trawlers: Observer Program - Support Confirm (Mr. J. Holm), 4360 Agriculture and Fisheries - Farmers: Ambulance Fees - Disclosure (Mr. J. MacDonell), 1025 Agriculture and Fisheries - Farmers: User Fees - Explain (Mr. J. MacDonell), 1045 Agriculture and Fisheries - Farmers: User Fees - Minister’s Inaction (Mr. J. MacDonell), 1695 Agriculture and Fisheries - Government (Canada): Funds - Distribution Time Frame (Mr. D. Downe), 3771 Agriculture and Fisheries - Production Technology Branch: Agricultural Development Institute (ADI) Replacement - Cost-Effectiveness (Mr. J. MacDonell), 1308 Alcohol and Gaming Authority - Video Lottery Terminals (VLTs): Plebiscite - Minister Ensure (Mr. W. Estabrooks), 767 Americas, Summit of - Protestors: Incarceration - Details (Mr. K. Deveaux), 1539 Americas, Summit of: Protestors - Premier Support (Mr. H. Epstein), 1134 Canada Post (North Sydney) - Closure: Review - Premier’s Involvement (Mr. B. Boudreau), 3918 Community Services - Assistance: Student Loan - Exclusion Policy (Mr. K. Deveaux), 3038 Community Services - Child Care Centre: Funding - Allocation Explain (Mr. D. Wilson), 3838 Community Services - Client: Workforce Entry - Aid (Mr. J. Pye), 2948 Community Services - Community Employment Innovation Program (CEIP) Recipients: Documentation - Provide (Mr. B. Boudreau), 4368 Community Services: Daycare (High School) - Assistance (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 3036 Community Services - Early Childhood Intervention: Funding - Confirm (Mr. D. Wilson), 3553 Community Services: Education - Income Assistance (Mr. J. Pye), 703 Community Services - Educational Choices: Savings - Explain (Mr. D. Wilson), 194 Community Services - Environmental Illness (Comeau, Lisa): Housing - Options Explain (Mr. D. Dexter), 1127 Community Services - Halifax County Regional Rehabilitation Centre: Closure - Transition Funding Availability (Mr. K. Deveaux), 3772 Community Services - Harbour House: Funding - Status (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 3830 Community Services - Health Department: Jurisdiction Problem - Minister Resolve (Mr. J. Pye), 4110 Community Services - Infant Care: Policy - Announcement (Mr. J. Pye), 2218 Community Services: Information Session - Details (Mr. J. Pye), 1798 Community Services - Information Technology (IT) Services: Privatization - Consultation Time Frame (Mr. J. Pye), 1800 Community Services - Kendrick Report: Draft - Objections Explain (Mr. J. Pye), 1298 Community Services - Kendrick Report: Implementation - Details (Mr. D. Wilson), 4111 Questions (Oral) 181 HANSARD INDEX

Community Services - Kendrick Report: Recommendations - Implementation Schedule (Mr. J. Pye), 1549 Community Services - National Child Tax Benefit: Clawback - Acknowledge (Mr. J. Pye), 701 Community Services - Pharmacare Payments: Medication (Restricted) - Investigate (Mr. D. Wilson), 1046 Community Services - Recipients: Work Commencement - Benefits Continuation (Mr. D. Wilson), 314 Community Services: Recovery House (Antigonish) - Funding (Mr. D. Dexter), 1697 Community Services - Registered Education Savings Plans (RESPs): Assistance Criteria - Regulations (Mr. D. Wilson), 699 Community Services - Regulations: Benefits - Amounts (Mr. J. Pye), 318 Community Services - Secure Treatment Facility: Truro - Details (Mr. D. Wilson), 1228, 1295 Community Services - Secure Treatment Facility: Truro - Land Transfer (Mr. D. Wilson), 3034 Community Services - Service Agreements: Focus Group Meetings - Status (Mr. D.Wilson), 3657 Community Services - Social Assistance: Policy - Table (Mr. J. Pye), 4355 Community Services - Social Assistance: Post-Secondary Education - Exclusion Explain (Mr. Robert Chisholm), 2350 Community Services - Social Assistance Appeal Boards: Appointments - Extend (Mr. D. Wilson), 1049 Community Services - Social Assistance Appeal Boards: Reduction - Location (Mr. D. Wilson), 1090 Community Services - Social Service Recipients: Funding - Status (Mr. J. Pye), 2216 Community Services - Transition Houses: Funding - Adequacy (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 1205 Community Services - Transition Houses: Resources - Increase (Mr. D. Wilson), 761 Devco - Prince Colliery: Closure - Details (Mr. J. Holm), 3535 Devco - Prince Mine: Closure - Committee (All-Party) Action (Mr. D. Dexter), 3644 Devco - Prince Mine: Closure - Committee (All-Party) Recall (Mr. D. Wilson), 3537 Devco - Prince Mine: Closure - Details (Mr. F. Corbett), 3544 Devco - Prince Mine Closure: Cape Breton Economy - Effects (Mr. W. Gaudet), 3645 Economic Development - Cape Breton: Movie/Television Location - Promotion Explain (Mr. Manning MacDonald), 3823 Economic Development - Cape Breton and Central Nova Scotia Railway: Viability - Minister’s Actions (Mr. Manning MacDonald), 401 Economic Development - Economic Policy: Cape Breton - Results (Mr. F. Corbett), 3479 Economic Development - Economy (Nova Scotia): Slowdown - Minister (Mr. Manning MacDonald), 2938 Economic Development - Economy (Southwestern Nova Scotia): Unemployment - Concern (Mr. Manning MacDonald), 926 Economic Development - Free Trade Area Agreement (FTAA): Consultation - Confirm (Mr. H. Epstein), 1220 Economic Development - Funds: Disbursement - Policy (Mr. H. Epstein), 201 Economic Development - Georges Bank: Moratorium - Status (Mr. W. Gaudet), 708 Questions (Oral) 182 HANSARD INDEX

Economic Development - Halifax Shipyards: Program - Announcement (Mr. H. Epstein), 1707 Economic Development - Laurentian Basin: Proposal (Newfoundland Government) - Details (Mr. D. Dexter), 3754 Economic Development - Mark-Lyn Construction: Relocation Loan - Details (Mr. G. Steele), 3832 Economic Development - Nova Scotia Business Inc.: Appointments - Explain (Mr. G. Steele), 193 Economic Development - Offshore Opportunities: Training Plan - Details (Mr. M. Samson), 697 Economic Development - PanCanadian: Pipeline (Nova Scotia-New England) - Nova Scotia Benefit Guarantee (Mr. J. Holm), 2450 Economic Development - Pictou Shipyard: Reopening - Proposal Status (Mr. H. Epstein), 777 Economic Development - Pipeline: Proposal - Route Details (Mr. J. Holm), 3551 Economic Development - Prince Mine Closure: Cape Breton Economy - Future Outline (Mr. D. Wilson), 3769 Economic Development - Sobeys: Government Assistance - Job Transfers (Mr. Manning MacDonald), 1211 Economic Development - Sysco Port Facilities: Negotiations (Cape Breton Regional Municipality [CBRM]) - Confirm (Mr. F. Corbett), 1303 Economic Development - Tibbetts Paints Runoff: Cleanup Order Confirm - Nova Scotia Business Development Corporation (Mr. G. Steele), 4258 Education - Advanced Studies Program: Curriculum - Table (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 3912 Education - Advanced Studies Program: Curriculum Development - Clarify (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 3759 Education - Annapolis Valley Regional School Board: Bus Accidents - Investigation Policy (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 3660 Education - Annapolis Valley Regional School Board: Bus Service - Accident Investigate (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 3031 Education - Annapolis Valley Regional School Board: Bus Service - Complaints Investigate (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 1705 Education - Budget (2001-02): University Funding - Cuts Explain (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 588 Education - Caldwell Road Elementary School: Lunch Fees - Ministerial Action (Mr. K. Deveaux), 4255 Education - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Closure/Layoffs - Minister Halt (Mr. D. Dexter), 2931 Education - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Funding - Teachers Effect (Mr. F. Corbett), 1138 Education - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Funding (Extra) - Teachers Retain (Mr. W. Gaudet), 1686 Education - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Layoffs - Details (Mr. M. Samson), 1543 Education: Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board - Minister’s Commitment (Mr. B. Boudreau), 1540 Questions (Oral) 183 HANSARD INDEX

Education - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Transition Plan - Minister Accept (Mr. Manning MacDonald), 2219 Education - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Transition Plan - Minister Read (Mr. Manning MacDonald), 2820 Education - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Transition Plan - Rejection Explain (Mr. D. Dexter), 2819 Education - Cole Harbour High School: Janitorial Strike - Building Condition (Mr. D. Dexter), 2212 Education - Curriculum (High School): Delivery - Assurance (Mr. M. Samson), 1809 Education - Custodians Strike: School Board Contingency Plan - Condemn (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 711 Education - Dartmouth North: School Closures - Attention (Mr. J. Pye), 405 Education - Early Intervention: Community Services - Coordination (Mr. D. Wilson), 2822 Education - Elmsdale School: Equipment Removal - Minister Stop (Mr. W. Gaudet), 302 Education - French Language: Funding - Equitability Ensure (Mr. K. Deveaux), 927 Education: Funding Formula Review - Progress (Mr. M. Samson), 764 Education - Government Promises: Abandonment - Explain (Mr. W. Gaudet), 1537 Education - Greenfield Elementary School: Contractors’ Dispute - Minister’s Plans (Mr. F. Corbett), 2821 Education - Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) Custodial Strike: Learning Environment - Safety Ensure (Mr. H. Epstein), 916 Education - Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) Schools: Health and Safety - Monitor (Mr. M. Samson), 766 Education - Halifax Regional School Board: Closures - Minister’s Involvement (Mr. M. Samson), 1299 Education - Halifax Regional School Board: Decision-Making Process - Accessibility (Mr. M. Samson), 1051 Education - Halifax Regional School Board: Janitorial Strike - Closure Conditions Assessment (Mr. R. MacKinnon), 1548 Education - Halifax Regional School Board: Schools - Conditions Remedy (Mr. D. Dexter), 2443 Education - Halifax Regional School Board: Strike Settlement - Minister’s Interest (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 2344 Education - Halifax Regional School Board Custodian Strike: Replacements - Security Policy (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 301 Education - Halifax West High School: Split-Shifting - Minister’s Solution (Mr. G. Steele), 3765 Education - Halifax West High School/J.L. Ilsley High School: Split-Shifting - Solution Action (Mr. G. Steele), 1096 Education - Halifax West High School (New): Opening - Time Frame (Mr. G. Steele), 407 Education - Halifax West High School Students Relocation: B.C. Silver Junior High School - Preparation Funding (Mr. G. Steele), 3837 Education - Janitorial Strike: Eastern Passage School - Health Risks (Mr. K. Deveaux), 3025 Questions (Oral) 184 HANSARD INDEX

Education - Janitorial Strike: Education Act (Section 68) - Minister’s Compliance (Mr. Robert Chisholm), 1702 Education: Janitorial Strike - End (Mr. M. Samson), 2217 Education - Janitorial Strike: Halifax Regional School Board - Misinformation Investigate (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 2340 Education - Janitorial Strike: Health Issues - Investigate (Mr. D. Dexter), 3647 Education - Janitorial Strike: Labour Practices Allegations - Minister Settle (Mr. D. Dexter), 2342 Education - Janitorial Strike: Minister - Action (Mr. M. Samson), 2353 Education - Janitorial Strike: Minister - Halt (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 1815 Education - Janitorial Strike: Minister - Settle (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 2214 Education - Janitorial Strike: Privatization - Minister’s Actions (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 3910 Education - Janitorial Strike (Halifax Regional Municipality [HRM]): Bargaining - Good Faith (Mr. R. MacKinnon), 2947 Education - Knowledge House: Advanced Studies Program - Fees (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 4248 Education - Knowledge House: Contract - Details (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 3477 Education - Knowledge House: Contract - Effects (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 3653 Education - Knowledge House: E-Learning Contract - Details (Mr. W. Gaudet), 3648 Education - Knowledge House: Funding (Government [Canada]) - Confirm (Mr. M. Samson), 4114 Education - Knowledge House Contract: Intellectual Property - Rights (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 3651 Education - Knowledge House Contract: Tender - Lack Explain (Mr. D. Wilson), 3650 Education - Knowledge House Contract: Tendering Laws - Breach (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 3761 Education: Loan Remission Program - Status (Mr. M. Samson), 710 Education - Loan Remission Program: Student Loan - Defaults Effect (Mr. M. Samson), 1132 Education: Minister’s Code of Conduct - Redress (Mr. J. MacDonell), 298 Education - Northbrook School: Closure - Minister Stop (Mr. J. Pye), 1212 Education - Pictou County School: Original Agreement - Honour (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 1136 Education - Pilot Project: Teachers Union - Consult (Mr. M. Samson), 3029 Education: Post-Secondary - Plan (Mr. W. Gaudet), 1799 Education - Post-Secondary: Tuition Costs - Action (Mr. M. Samson), 1801 Education - Private Company/Business Course: Arts and Humanities - Bias (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 4250 Education - Ridgecliff Middle School: Baptist Youth Group Meeting - Denial Explain (Mr. W. Estabrooks), 3768 Education - Ridgecliff Middle School (P3) Athletic Field: Owners - Contract Honour (Mr. W. Estabrooks), 1810 Education - Rural Libraries: Funding Reduction - Effect (Mr. W. Gaudet), 3911 Questions (Oral) 185 HANSARD INDEX

Education - Sacred Heart School: Repairs - Completion Time Frame (Mr. Manning MacDonald), 3481 Education: School (Pictou County) - Location (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 2366 Education - School Board Management: Evaluation - Time Frame (Mr. W. Gaudet), 3476 Education - School Boards: Funding - Cape Breton Inequity Explain (Mr. F. Corbett), 1536 Education - School Boards: Funding - Increase (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 3554 Education - School Boards: Representatives (African-Canadian) - Funding Adequacy (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 3546 Education - School Closure: Policy - Minister’s Approval (Mr. R. MacKinnon), 3539 Education - School Closures: Education Act - Compliance (Mr. W. Gaudet), 3474 Education - School Closures: Policy Review - Changes Confirm (Mr. R. MacKinnon), 3560 Education - School Closures: Department - Reasons Explain (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 1210 Education - School Closures: Tory Ridings - Protection Explain (Mr. W. Gaudet), 1204 Education - School Construction (Elmsdale): Technology Cuts - Rethink (Mr. J. MacDonell), 592 Education - Special Needs: Funding - Adequacy (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 403 Education - Special Needs Students: Funding - Provide (Mr. D. Wilson), 3913 Education - Student Loan Program: Taxpayers - Liability (Mr. M. Samson), 297 Education - Student Loans: Colleges/Universities - Designation (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 189 Education - Student Loans: Colleges/Universities - Designation (Mr. M. Samson), 299 Education - Student Loans: Colleges/Universities - Designation Policy Table (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 296 Education - Student Loans: Colleges/Universities - Policy Discrimination (Mr. F. Corbett), 191 Education - Teachers: Lack of Accountability - Suggestion (Mr. M. Samson), 197 Education - Teachers: Salary Increments - Resolution Time Frame (Mr. R. MacKinnon), 3916 Education - Transportation and Public Works Policy: Review/Recommendations - Minister Table (Mr. M. Samson), 3762 Education - Tuition Fees/Job Prospects: Relationship - Explain (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 1802 Education - Universities: Capital Funding - Removal Explain (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 1692 Education - West Kings District High School: Funding - Fire Marshal Impetus (Mr. W. Gaudet), 1088 Education - West Kings District High School: Improvements - Ministerial Action (Mr. M. Samson), 2224 Emergency Measures Organization (EMO) - District Health Authority: Budget Cuts - Rural Emergency Services Effect (Mr. W. Gaudet), 4257 Emergency Measures Organization (EMO) - Personal Emergency Kit: Press Release - Distribution (Mr. M. Samson), 2832 Environment - Antifreeze: Collection - Enforcement Details (Mr. J. Holm), 4270 Environment and Labour - Amherst Fabricators: Compliance Order - Rescission Explain (Mr. F. Corbett), 765 Environment and Labour - Amherst Fabricators: Documents - Table (Mr. F. Corbett), 688 Environment and Labour - Amherst Fabricators: Inspector (Ross, Alan) - Demotion Explain (Mr. F. Corbett), 760 Questions (Oral) 186 HANSARD INDEX

Environment and Labour - Amherst Fabricators: Investigation - Details (Mr. F. Corbett), 691 Environment and Labour - Amherst Fabricators: Safety Inspector - Interference (Mr. F. Corbett), 686, 763 Environment and Labour - Aulds Cove: Coal Dust Runoff - Investigation Confirm (Mr. R. MacKinnon), 1137 Environment and Labour - Bill No. 68: Labour Relations - Impact (Mr. R. MacKinnon), 5332 Environment and Labour - Boiler Rooms: Yarmouth Regional Hospital/Valley Regional Hospital - Orders Confirm (Mr. R. MacKinnon), 1302 Environment and Labour - Bras d’Or Lakes: Dwellings - Septic Systems Monitoring (Mr. K. MacAskill), 2363 Environment and Labour - Cape Breton Regional Municipality (CBRM): Environmental Assessment - Application Status (Mr. R. MacKinnon), 1706 Environment and Labour - Construction Debris: Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) - Location (Mr. Robert Chisholm), 4260 Environment and Labour: Drinking Water Strategy - Status (Mr. B. Boudreau), 3037 Environment and Labour - Eastern Shore: Water Testing - Centralization Reinstitute (Mr. G. Steele), 3484 Environment and Labour - Environment: Waverley Quarry - Betrayal Explain (Mr. G. Steele), 698 Environment and Labour - Glace Bay: Water Supply - Safety Ensure (Mr. D. Wilson), 771 Environment and Labour - Halifax Regional School Board: Negotiation Irregularities - Labour Relations Board Investigate (Mr. R. MacKinnon), 2454 Environment and Labour - Halifax Regional School Board: Schools - Inspection Status (Mr. R. MacKinnon), 1135 Environment and Labour - Janitorial Strike: Education Minister - Arbitrator Request (Mr. R. MacKinnon), 2356 Environment and Labour - Janitorial Strike: Mediator - Appoint (Mr. D. Dexter), 2817 Environment and Labour - Janitorial Strike: Mediator - Appoint (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 2940 Environment and Labour - Janitorial Strike: Minister’s Intervention - Time Frame (Mr. R. MacKinnon), 2818 Environment and Labour - Janitorial Strike Mediation: Nova Scotia Union of Public Employees (NSUPE) Request - Minister Confirm (Mr. W. Gaudet), 2934 Environment and Labour - Landfill (Old Guysborough Road): Permits - Compliance Confirm (Mr. R. MacKinnon), 2358 Environment and Labour - Legislation: Anti-Scab - Introduce (Mr. F. Corbett), 2227 Environment and Labour - Maintenance Workers Strike: Occupational Health and Safety - Standards Assure (Mr. R. MacKinnon), 1226 Environment and Labour - Meadowview Residents Association: Settlement - Details (Mr. G. Steele), 696 Environment and Labour - New Era Farms: Composting Facility - Request Compliance (Mr. W. Estabrooks), 198 Questions (Oral) 187 HANSARD INDEX

Environment and Labour - New Era Farms (Compost): Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) Education Program - Fulfill (Mr. R. MacKinnon), 3488 Environment and Labour - Nurses: Mediator - Appointment Explain (Mr. R. MacKinnon), 4570 Environment and Labour - Occupational Health and Safety: Offshore - Status (Mr. F. Corbett), 1294 Environment and Labour - Occupational Health and Safety: View/Air Quality Regulations - Introductory Time Frame (Mr. F. Corbett), 1812 Environment and Labour - Occupational Health and Safety Act: Changes - Safety (Mr. R. MacKinnon), 1553 Environment and Labour - Old Guysborough Road Landfill: Non-Compliance - Minister’s Awareness (Mr. R. MacKinnon), 2442 Environment and Labour - Organic Material: Shipments (Illegal) - Minister Halt (Mr. R. MacKinnon), 3652 Environment and Labour - Pioneer Coal: High-Wall Miner - Cessation Actions Explain (Mr. F. Corbett), 3824 Environment and Labour - Prospect Road: Abandoned Restaurant - Cleanup (Mr. W. Estabrooks), 4367 Environment and Labour - Resource Recovery Fund Board (RRFB): Funding Salaries - Proportion (Mr. B. Boudreau), 3835 Environment and Labour - Resource Recovery Fund Board (RRFB): Unrecyclable Cups - Disposal (Mr. G. Steele), 303 Environment and Labour: Safe Drinking Water Policy - Status (Mr. R. MacKinnon), 1701 Environment and Labour - Sandy Lake: Development - Environment Compliance Assure (Mr. G. Steele), 2364 Environment and Labour - Sydney Tar Ponds: Pollutants (Whitney Pier) - Action (Mr. G. Steele), 1687 Environment and Labour - Sydney Tar Ponds: Pollutants (Whitney Pier) - Residents Evacuation (Mr. F. Corbett), 1805 Environment and Labour - Sydney Tar Ponds: Pollutants (Whitney Pier) - Residents Meet (Mr. G. Steele), 1685 Environment and Labour - Sydney Tar Ponds/Coke Ovens: Minister Visit - Comment Explain (Mr. R. MacKinnon), 3820 Environment and Labour - Sydney Tar Ponds/Coke Ovens: Residents - Relocate (Mr. W. Gaudet), 2932 Environment and Labour - Tar Ponds/Coke Ovens: Assistance - Delay Explain (Mr. F. Corbett), 3482 Environment and Labour - Tibbetts Paints (Trenton): East River/Pictou Harbour - Contamination Protection (Mr. G. Steele), 3839 Environment and Labour - Twin Mountain Construction: Ministerial Order - Outcome (Mr. G. Steele), 2220 Environment and Labour - User Fees: Water Withdrawal - Farmers’ Percentage (Mr. J. MacDonell), 1227 Questions (Oral) 188 HANSARD INDEX

Environment and Labour - Water: Private Companies - Export Policy Plan (Mr. R. MacKinnon), 4264 Environment and Labour: Water Quality - Assurances (Mr. G. Steele), 2826 Environment and Labour - Water Supply: Samples - Requests (Mr. G. Steele), 3649 Environment and Labour - Whitney Pier: National Standards - Application Explain (Mr. F. Corbett), 4113 Environment and Labour - Whitney Pier: Properties - Purchase (Mr. R. MacKinnon), 1806 Environment and Labour - Whitney Pier Brook: Contamination - Concern (Mr. D. Dexter), 3902 Environment and Labour - Whitney Pier Resident (Ross, Anne): Test Results - Release (Mr. F. Corbett), 1215 Environment and Labour - Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB): Appointments - Details (Mr. R. MacKinnon), 2829 Environment and Labour - Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) Chairman (Christie, Innis): Resignation - Reason Confirm (Mr. R. MacKinnon), 4109 Environment and Labour - Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) Chairman (Christie, Innis): Term - Explain (Mr. G. Steele), 4108 Environment and Labour - Workplace Violence: Regulations - Status (Mr. F. Corbett), 3658 Executive Council - Lobbyists: Meetings - Reporting Policy (Mr. D. Wilson), 1813 Executive Council - Municipal Property Tax: Promise Broken - Explain (Mr. J. MacDonell), 187 Executive Council - Pricing: Fairness - Ensure (Mr. J. Holm), 203 Finance - Anti-Smoking Program: Funding - Details (Mr. D. Downe), 1032 Finance - Archibald Moody Corporation (AMC): Financial Measures (2001) Act - Consultation (Mr. D. Wilson), 914 Finance - Blended Sales Tax (BST): Removal - Time Frame (Mr. K. Deveaux), 2828 Finance - Budget (2000-01): Information - Backbench Possession Explain (Mr. D. Downe), 292, 317 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Debt - Premier Misinformation (Mr. W. Gaudet), 2360 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Fiscal Management - Factors (Mr. K. Deveaux), 391 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Health - Long-Term Care Beds Number (Mr. J. MacDonell), 394 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Health Allotment - Adequacy (Mr. D. Downe), 587 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Message - Define (Mr. W. Gaudet), 390 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Museums - Cutbacks (Mr. Robert Chisholm), 1036 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Revenues - Disclose (Mr. K. Deveaux), 389 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Schools - Safety Priority (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 397 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Tax Cuts - Time Frame (Mr. K. Deveaux), 578 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Windfall - Mismanagement (Mr. D. Downe), 392 Finance - Canadian Taxpayers Federation: Income Tax - Increase Admit (Mr. D. Downe), 2447 Finance - Casino (Sydney): Charities - Cutbacks Rationale (Mr. D. Wilson), 1224 Finance - Casino (Sydney): Charities - Cutbacks Restore (Mr. J. Pye), 3655 Finance - Casino (Sydney): Charities - Cutbacks Restore (Mr. D. Wilson), 3654 Finance - Concern: Premier - Explain (Mr. D. Wilson), 5652 Finance - Debt (Nova Scotia): Growth - Continuation (Mr. D. Downe), 1208 Questions (Oral) 189 HANSARD INDEX

Finance - Debt (Nova Scotia): Payment Plan - Premier Confirm (Mr. D. Downe), 1140 Finance - Debt (Nova Scotia): Payment Schedule - Explain (Mr. D. Downe), 1126 Finance - Debt (Nova Scotia): Surpluses - Allocation (Mr. D. Downe), 1128 Finance - Election Promise: Breach - Explain (Mr. D. Downe), 589 Finance - Equalization Payments: Accuracy - Minister Explain (Mr. K. Deveaux), 3919 Finance - Equalization Payments: Shortage ($88 million) - Minister’s Information (Mr. D. Downe), 3831 Finance: Gasoline Prices - Action (Mr. J. Holm), 1203 Finance: Health Information System - Costs (Mr. D. Downe), 190 Finance - Income Tax: Decoupling - Revenue Amount (Mr. K. Deveaux), 1082 Finance - Indexation: Premier - Commit (Mr. D. Downe), 1550 Finance - Minister: Income Tax Increase - Recognize (Mr. D. Downe), 3904 Finance - Minister: Surplus Management Strategy - Status (Mr. D. Downe), 702 Finance - Monies Collected: Freedom of Information (FOI) Request - Details Explain (Mr. K. Deveaux), 3827 Finance - Native Service Stations: Gasoline Prices - Inequity (Mr. R. MacKinnon), 1043 Finance - Nova Scotia Film Development Corporation: Funding - Cuts Explain (Mr. Robert Chisholm), 1042 Finance - Seniors: Tax Rebates/Property Tax - Increases Correlate (Mr. J. Pye), 4246 Finance - Spousal Tax Credit: Revenue - Amounts (Mr. K. Deveaux), 1207 Finance - Stewardship: Minister’s Control - Loss Explain (Mr. D. Downe), 4366 Finance - Taxes: Increases Cease - Indexation Expand (Mr. D. Downe), 1803 Finance - Taxes/User Fees: Details - Provide (Mr. K. Deveaux), 4357 Finance - Taxes/User Fees: New - List Table (Mr. K. Deveaux), 1129 Finance - Tobacco Smuggling: Fine Reduction - Explain (Mr. D. Downe), 911, 1027 Finance - Transfer Payments: Province (Nova Scotia) - Reliance (Mr. D. Downe), 4254 Finance - Transfer Payments: Revenue Projections - Shortfall (Mr. D. Downe), 3760 Finance - Unemployment Levels: Northern Region - Minister’s Awareness (Mr. K. Deveaux), 2448 Finance - User Fees: Premier - Stop (Mr. K. Deveaux), 310 Finance - Voluntary Planning Task Force: Recommendations - Legislation Introduce (Mr. D. Downe), 2943 Gaming - Plebiscite: Minister - Support (Mr. W. Estabrooks), 3542 Health - Abbie Lane Hospital: Pharmacy - Closure Details (Mr. D. Dexter), 4115 Health - Aberdeen Hospital: Physicians’ Replacement - Plans (Mr. D. Dexter), 3914 Health - Alzheimer’s: Drug Treatment - Effectiveness (Dr. J. Smith), 1092 Health - Alzheimer’s Disease: Drugs - Provision Details (Mr. D. Dexter), 2357 Health - Ambulance Fees: Review - Status (Mr. D. Dexter), 708 Health - Ambulance Service (Bridgewater): Cutbacks - Effects (Mr. D. Downe), 773 Health - Bill No. 68: Radiation Therapists - Effects (Mr. Robert Chisholm), 6134 Health - Bone Densitometers: Petitions - Minister’s Response (Mr. D. Wilson), 2365 Health - Bone Marrow Transplants: Children - Fund (Mr. D. Dexter), 4105 Questions (Oral) 190 HANSARD INDEX

Health - Budget (2001-02): Nova Scotia Nurses’ Union (NSNU) - Funding Adequacy (Dr. J. Smith), 1130 Health - Cancer Drugs: Low Income Patients - Coverage (Mr. D. Dexter), 196 Health - Capital District Health Authority: Budget/Business Plan - Release (Mr. D. Dexter), 2225 Health - Care: Private Clinic - Discussion Confirm (Mr. D. Dexter), 4244 Health - Care: System - Political Involvement (Mr. W. Gaudet), 2341 Health - Care System: Wage Parity - Minister Commit (Mr. Manning MacDonald), 2439 Health - Chief Information Officer: Cost - Justify (Dr. J. Smith), 1545 Health - Cigarette Tax: Smoking Rates - Address (Mr. D. Dexter), 1296 Health - Clinical Footprint: Impetus - Political (Dr. J. Smith), 687 Health - Clinical Footprint: Recommendations - Release (Dr. J. Smith), 582 Health - Clinical Footprint Report: Hospital Closures - Confirm (Dr. J. Smith), 4122 Health - Cochlear Implants: Referrals - Alternative Plans (Mr. D. Dexter), 1291 Health - Colchester Regional Hospital: Beds Closure - Reason Verify (Dr. J. Smith), 3764 Health - Cutbacks: Patients - Hardships (Mr. D. Dexter), 1047 Health - Dalhousie Medical School: Training Spots - Increase (Dr. J. Smith), 4259 Health - Dartmouth General Hospital: Cancelled Surgeries - Increase Halt (Mr. D. Dexter), 2347 Health: Diagnostic Equipment - Replacement Time Frame (Mr. D. Dexter), 308 Health - Disabled Adults: Department Change - Effect (Mr. J. Pye), 1089 Health - District Health Authorities: Plan - Details (Mr. W. Gaudet), 3024 Health - District Health Authority (Northern Region): Administration Positions - Addition Justify (Dr. J. Smith), 2215 Health - District Health Authority No. 2: Budget - Reduction Details (Dr. J. Smith), 3027 Health - District Health Authority No. 2: Budget Process - Time Frame (Mr. W. Gaudet), 3545 Health - District Health Authority No. 2: Orthopaedic Surgery - Cuts Explain (Dr. J. Smith), 3548 Health - Emergency Health Services (EHS): Response Times - Minister Decrease (Mr. K. MacAskill), 1691 Health - Environmental Illness (Comeau, Lisa) - Solution (Mr. D. Dexter), 1125 Health - Family Caregivers: Tax Incentives - Commitment Honour (Mr. D. Downe), 1292 Health - Funding: Priorities - Explain (Mr. J. MacDonell), 918 Health - Funding Agreement (Walsh, Audrey): Honour - Refusal Explain (Mr. J. Pye), 3917 Health - Gay Youth Project: Funding Need - Minister’s Awareness (Mr. K. Deveaux), 2946 Health: Guaranteed Access - Commitment (Mr. D. Dexter), 305 Health - Hants North: Doctors - Availability Ensure (Mr. J. MacDonell), 3770 Health - Health Boards: Payment - Justification (Mr. D. Dexter), 580 Health - Heathcor: Footprint Consultation - Minister Awareness (Dr. J. Smith), 579 Health - Hepatitis C: Federal Funding - Specifics (Mr. D. Dexter), 1310 Health - Hepatitis C Victims: Government (Canada) Funding - Intent Follow (Mr. D. Dexter), 4365 Health - Home Care: Hospital Stay - Effect (Mr. D. Dexter), 1808 Health - Home Care Program: Availability - Ensure (Mr. D. Dexter), 2438 Questions (Oral) 191 HANSARD INDEX

Health: Home Oxygen Program - Details (Mr. D. Wilson), 1206 Health - Home Support Workers: Wage Parity - Lack Explain (Dr. J. Smith), 2437 Health - Home Support Workers (Queens): Strike - Negotiations Continue (Mr. D. Dexter), 2436 Health: In-Home Support Program - Availability (Dr. J. Smith), 1213 Health: Information System - Details (Dr. J. Smith), 1035 Health - Information Technology (IT): Nurses - Choice (Dr. J. Smith), 309 Health - Integrated Pediatric Rehabilitation: Services - Provide (Mr. D. Dexter), 3817 Health - Janitorial Strike: Schools - Safety Assurances (Mr. R. MacKinnon), 2221 Health - Kendrick Report: Implementation - Time Frame (Mr. J. Pye), 1131 Health - Kendrick Report: Minister - Acceptance (Mr. J. Pye), 1050 Health - Light Radiation Treatments: Wait Lists - Extension Explain (Mr. J. Pye), 3538 Health - Long-Term Care: Access Policy (Seniors) - Details (Mr. D. Dexter), 2941 Health - Long-Term Care: Assets (Joint) - Assessment Policy (Mr. D. Dexter), 1554 Health - Long-Term Care: Financial Assessment - Admission Delay Explain (Mr. M. Samson), 4371 Health - Long-Term Care: Seniors - Contributions Criteria (Mr. D. Dexter), 769 Health: Long-Term Care - Strategy (Dr. J. Smith), 396 Health - Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Clinics (Private): Equipment - Usage (Mr. D. Dexter), 923 Health - Medical Specialists: Retention - Minister’s Action (Dr. J. Smith), 1693 Health - Mental: Patients - Services Provide (Mr. D. Dexter), 2354 Health - Mentally Disabled: Kendrick Report - Recommendations Adopt (Mr. J. Pye), 3662 Health - Northside General Hospital: Doctors - Recruitment Begin (Mr. B. Boudreau), 2210 Health - Northside General Hospital: Doctors Recruitment - Policy (Dr. J. Smith), 2343 Health - Northside General Hospital: Emergency Room Doctor - Replacement Details (Mr. M. Samson), 2346 Health - Northside General Hospital: Emergency Room - Reopen (Mr. D. Dexter), 2209 Health - Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU) Strike Vote: Results - Meaning (Mr. D. Dexter), 4353 Health - Nova Scotia Nurses’ Union (NSNU): Negotiations - Details (Mr. D. Dexter), 3549 Health - Nova Scotia Nurses’ Union (NSNU): Negotiations - Details (Dr. J. Smith), 2825 Health - Nurses: Recruitment - Information (Dr. J. Smith), 1696 Health - Nurses: Shortage - Address (Mr. J. MacDonell), 400 Health - Nurses: Vacations - Details (Mr. D. Dexter), 1690 Health - Nurses: Wage Package - Adequacy (Dr. J. Smith), 3826 Health - Nurses (Nova Scotia): Policy - Health Minister Justify (Dr. J. Smith), 4364 Health - Nurses’ Strike: Contingency Plan - Details (Dr. J. Smith), 2941, 4107 Health - Nursing Homes: Rates - Retroactivity Explain (Mr. D. Dexter), 3023 Health - Nursing Homes: Rates (Retroactivity) - Update (Mr. D. Dexter), 3763 Health: Nursing Shortage - Status (Dr. J. Smith), 2348 Health - Nursing Shortage: Workload Issue - Solution (Mr. D. Dexter), 4362 Health - Nursing Strategy: Attitude - Explain (Mr. D. Dexter), 585 Health - Oral Surgery: User Fee - Imposition Explain (Mr. J. MacDonell), 291 Questions (Oral) 192 HANSARD INDEX

Health - Oral Surgery: User Fee - Policy (Mr. D. Dexter), 294 Health - Pediatric Procedures: Out-of-Province - Expenses (Mr. D. Dexter), 3822 Health - Pharmacists’ Fees: Provincial Health Plan - Coverage Details (Mr. D. Dexter), 4117 Health - Physician Recruitment: Grants Provision - Municipalities Identify (Mr. W. Gaudet), 4356 Health - Physician Recruitment: Grants Provision - Municipalities Identify (Dr. J. Smith), 4247, 4249 Health - Physician Recruitment: Municipalities - Policy (Dr. J. Smith), 3767 Health: Physician Recruitment - Municipalities Involvement (Mr. W. Gaudet), 4354 Health - Physician Recruitment Policy: Municipalities - Approval Confirm (Mr. W. Gaudet), 4245 Health - Physician Recruitment Policy: Premier’s Agreement - Minister Explain (Dr. J. Smith), 4358 Health - Physician Shortage: Inverness County - Address (Mr. D. Dexter), 1079 Health - Physician Shortage: Inverness County - Replacement Time Frame (Mr. K. MacAskill), 1080 Health - Point Pleasant Lodge: Meal Costs - Discrepancy (Mr. D. Dexter), 693 Health - Point Pleasant Lodge: Nutrition Allowance - Assistance Adequacy (Mr. D. Dexter), 1091 Health - Point Pleasant Lodge Meal Cuts: Eating Disorder Clinic - Consultation (Mr. D. Dexter), 775 Health - Provincial Hospital: Requirements - Details (Dr. J. Smith), 192 Health - Psychiatric Patients: Advocacy - Provide (Mr. D. Dexter), 3028 Health - Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre: Liver Transplant Program - Status (Dr. J. Smith), 2827 Health - Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre: Paramedic Training Program - Information (Dr. J. Smith), 1811 Health - Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre: Transplant Surgeon - Retention Action (Mr. D. Dexter), 2833 Health - Recovery House: Closure - Avert (Mr. D. Dexter), 2453 Health - Recovery House: Funding - Negotiator (Mr. D. Wilson), 2351 Health - Recovery House: Staff (Political) - Appropriateness (Mr. D. Wilson), 2451 Health - Richmond Villa: Replacement - Construction Time Frame (Mr. M. Samson), 3829 Health - Roseway Health Registry: Switchboard - Closure Inform (Dr. J. Smith), 3550 Health - Seniors: User Fees - Imposition Explain (Mr. D. Dexter), 583 Health - Seniors’ Housing: Home Sale - Penalty Explain (Mr. D. Dexter), 920 Health - South Shore Regional Hospital: Position Cancellation - Details (Mr. D. Downe), 4271 Health: St. Ann’s Area - Ambulance Service (Mr. K. MacAskill), 2834 Health - Strait-Richmond Hospital Emergency Room: Physician Lack - Justification (Mr. M. Samson), 398 Health - Sydney Tar Ponds: Lewis Report - Results (Mr. D. Dexter), 3812 Health - Sydney Tar Ponds: Pollutants (Whitney Pier) - Residents’ Health Ensure (Mr. F. Corbett), 1682 Questions (Oral) 193 HANSARD INDEX

Health - Tobacco Companies: Litigation - Pursue (Mr. K. Deveaux), 4123 Health - Tobacco Control Strategy: Recommendations - Implement (Dr. J. Smith), 3909 Health - Tobacco Control Strategy: Report Tabling - Delay Explain (Dr. J. Smith), 1306 Health - Transportation Subsidy: Cuts - Effects (Mr. D. Dexter), 1086 Health - Valley Regional Hospital: Overload - Plan (Mr. D. Dexter), 1222 Health - Western Regional Health Board: Administration Positions - Addition Explain (Mr. W. Gaudet), 2213 Health - Whitney Pier: Toxic Impact - Action Explain (Mr. F. Corbett), 3814 Health - Whitney Pier Residents: Survey - Present (Mr. F. Corbett), 3905 Human Resources - Offshore Employment: Gender Inequity - Explain (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 1544 Human Resources - Public Service Careers: Youth - Incentives (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), 1547 Justice - Elections Act: Changes - Election Commission Consult (Mr. M. Samson), 1816 Justice: Escapee - Risk Factor (Mr. M. Samson), 778 Justice - Escapee: Threat - Criteria (Mr. M. Samson), 591 Justice - Family Violence: Maxwell, Lori (Truro) - Report Table (Mr. D. Wilson), 1684 Justice - Freedom of Information Act: Information - Release Policy (Mr. W. Gaudet), 917 Justice - Human Rights Commission Review (Phase I): Law Professors (Black) - Consultation Lack Explain (Mr. K. Deveaux), 3907 Justice - Jail (Burnside): Occupancy - Time Frame (Mr. D. Wilson), 3562 Justice - Jake Brakes: Legislation - Fine Amounts (Mr. M. Samson), 1085 Justice: Nova Scotia Election Committee - Consultation (Mr. M. Samson), 1698 Justice - Public Prosecutions: Director - Hire (Mr. M. Samson), 1083, 4261 Justice - Public Prosecutions Services: Director - Recruitment (Mr. M. Samson), 1219 Justice - Small Business: Rights - Protection (Mr. D. Dexter), 2823 Justice - Springhill Police Force: Minister - Investigate (Mr. D. Downe), 3661 Justice - Springhill Police Force: Problems - Ministerial Action (Mr. D. Downe), 3483 Justice - Tobacco Fines: Finance Minister - Discussions (Mr. M. Samson), 1029 Justice - User Fees: Legislation - Accounting (Mr. D. Downe), 924 Justice - Vehicle Compliance Officers: Cutback - Decision Details (Mr. B. Boudreau), 3041 Justice: Vehicle Compliance Officers - Privatization (Mr. B. Boudreau), 3490 Natural Resources - Dominion Beach: Erosion - Action Details (Mr. F. Corbett), 4267 Natural Resources - Energy Strategy: Consultations - Adequacy (Mr. Manning MacDonald), 1309 Natural Resources - Exploration: Onshore - Royalties Value (Mr. J. Holm), 1225 Natural Resources: Forest - Lifespan (Mr. J. MacDonell), 3559 Natural Resources - Forestry: Harvesting Practices - Safety (Mr. K. MacAskill), 594 Natural Resources - Hardwood Lumber: Small Businesses - Supply Ensure (Mr. J. MacDonell), 3489 Natural Resources - Hunting Licences: Fee Increases - Justification (Mr. K. MacAskill), 1297 Natural Resources - LaHave River Watershed: Public Domain - Preserve (Mr. D. Downe), 2957 Natural Resources - MacNeils Cove: Mooring Grid - Licences (Mr. J. MacDonell), 3040 Questions (Oral) 194 HANSARD INDEX

Natural Resources - Marshland (New Waterford): Frog Death - Ministerial Action (Mr. F. Corbett), 3475 Natural Resources - Memorial High School: Department of Natural Resources Officer - Firearms Policy Explain (Mr. K. MacAskill), 2936 Natural Resources - Natural Gas: Pipeline (Nova Scotia Bypass) - Premier Oppose (Mr. Manning MacDonald), 3032 Natural Resources - Natural Gas: Pipeline (Undersea) - Approval Explain (Mr. H. Epstein), 2352 Natural Resources - Natural Gas: Processing Onshore - Premier Demand (Mr. Manning MacDonald), 694 Natural Resources - Pioneer Coal: Plans - Table (Mr. J. MacDonell), 772 Natural Resources - Prospect High Head: Sale - Intervention Plans (Mr. W. Estabrooks), 2361 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber: Duty - Premier Action (Mr. J. MacDonell), 1817 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber: Duty (Atlantic Canada) - Minister’s Counterparts Discuss (Mr. J. MacDonell), 1680 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber: Exports - Details (Mr. W. Gaudet), 584 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber (Canada): Tariffs (United States) - Minister (Nova Scotia)/Minister (Canada) Discuss (Mr. K. MacAskill), 1681 Natural Resources - Subsidence: Policy - Details (Mr. F. Corbett), 4265 Natural Resources: Sustainability Fund - Intend (Mr. J. MacDonell), 4262 Natural Resources - Tobeatic Wilderness Area: Camping - Ministerial Order (Mr. K. MacAskill), 406 Natural Resources - Web Site: Submissions - Posting Delay Explain (Mr. H. Epstein), 4369 Nova Scotia Liquor Commission (NSLC) - Pharmacies: Policy - Premier Unaware (Mr. W. Gaudet), 2945 Nova Scotia Resources Limited (NSRL) - 01/02/00-16/05/01: Revenue - Amount (Mr. D. Downe), 3541 Nova Scotia Resources Limited (NSRL) - Sale: Proceeds - Details (Mr. D. Downe), 3543 Petroleum Directorate - Expansion: Minister - Commit (Mr. Manning MacDonald), 3558 Petroleum Directorate - Exploration: Onshore - Leases (Mr. J. Holm), 1084 Petroleum Directorate - Laurentian Basin: Boundary Dispute - Contingency Plan (Mr. W. Gaudet), 3755 Petroleum Directorate - Laurentian Basin: Boundary Dispute - Premier’s Involvement (Mr. Manning MacDonald), 3757 Petroleum Directorate - Laurentian Sub-Basin: Economic Growth - Plan Details (Mr. W. Gaudet), 3813 Petroleum Directorate - Laurentian Sub-Basin: Tribunal - Expectations Explain (Mr. F. Corbett), 2445 Petroleum Directorate - Offshore Development: Province’s Share - Guarantee (Mr. J. Holm), 1699 Petroleum Directorate - Offshore Development: Safety - Assurances (Mr. W. Gaudet), 692 Petroleum Directorate - Offshore Pipeline: United States Exports - Prohibition Guarantee (Mr. J. Holm), 3033 Questions (Oral) 195 HANSARD INDEX

Petroleum Directorate - Oil Companies: Royalties - Department Expertise (Mr. Manning MacDonald), 3659 Petroleum Directorate - Oil-Based Drilling Mud: Disposal - Environmental Regulations (Mr. Manning MacDonald), 4251 Petroleum Directorate - Petrochemical Industries: Opportunities (Nova Scotia) - Equality Ensure (Mr. Manning MacDonald), 1221 Petroleum Directorate - Petroleum Minister: Full Time - Premier Commit (Mr. Manning MacDonald), 3815 Petroleum Directorate - Sable Tier II: Nova Scotia Content - Ensure (Mr. Manning MacDonald), 2444 Petroleum Directorate - Sempra: Delays - Actions (Mr. J. Holm), 1031 Petroleum Directorate - Tribunal Decision: Premier - Action Explain (Mr. F. Corbett), 3756 Premier - Meetings: Premier Grimes (Newfoundland) - Outcome (Mr. J. Holm), 4253 Premier - Nurses: Respect Show - Demands Listen (Mr. W. Gaudet), 4361 Priorities and Planning - Spending: Cabinet Approval - Details (Mr. M. Samson), 919 Progressive Conservative (PC) Caucus - Pay Increase (3 Per Cent): Charity Donations - Details (Mr. D. Wilson), 3906 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Canada-Nova Scotia Infrastructure Program: Community Projects - Status (Mr. B. Boudreau), 1704 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Citadel Hill: Tax Assessment - Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) Effects (Mr. G. Steele), 590 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Compliance Officers: Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) - Details (Mr. B. Boudreau), 1688 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Equalization - Standards (Mr. B. Boudreau), 202 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Equalization: Union of Nova Scotia Municipalities (UNSM) - Proposal (Mr. B. Boudreau), 1304 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Equalization Plan: Income Tax Base - Consideration (Mr. W. Gaudet), 295 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Farm Business: Fuel Fee - Justification (Mr. J. MacDonell), 595 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Gas Pipeline: Assessment (Municipal) - Negotiation Details (Mr. G. Steele), 2359 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Glace Bay Heritage Museum Society: Taxation - Minister Explain (Mr. D. Wilson), 2952 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Licence Fees: Tractors - Minister Confirm (Mr. D. Downe), 304 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Municipal Equalization Plan: Rejection - Alternatives (Mr. W. Gaudet), 188 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Municipal Transit (Accessible) - Funding Adequacy (Mr. B. Boudreau), 2449 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Non-Resident Landownership: Meetings - Input (Mr. W. Estabrooks), 1141 Questions (Oral) 196 HANSARD INDEX

Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Sable Offshore Energy Project (SOEP) Assessment: Decline - Revenue Loss (Mr. B. Boudreau), 3478 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Sable Partners: Assessment - Details (Mr. G. Steele), 3487 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Sempra: Tax Deals - Municipal Policy (Mr. D. Dexter), 3473 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Sisters of Charity: Motherhouse - Tax Assessment (Mr. G. Steele), 3540 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Sisters of Charity: Motherhouse - Taxation Justify (Mr. G. Steele), 3561 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Smith Street (Halifax): Property Tax - Fairness (Mr. G. Steele), 3491 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Vehicle Compliance Officers - Privatization (Mr. B. Boudreau), 404 Sports - Communicable Diseases: Spread - Concern (Mr. B. Boudreau), 776 Sysco: Dismantling - Justify (Mr. F. Corbett), 1093 Sysco: Marine Equipment - Use (Mr. Manning MacDonald), 312 Sysco - Payments: Ernst &Young - Justify (Mr. Manning MacDonald), 705 Sysco - Sale: Legal Fees - Explain (Mr. F. Corbett), 706 Tourism and Culture - Cape Breton: American Bookings - Decrease (Mr. K. MacAskill), 307 Tourism and Culture - Cultural Events: Funding - Adequacy (Mr. D. Downe), 3818 Tourism and Culture - Fixed Roof Accommodations: Licences - Fee Structure Equity (Mr. H. Epstein), 1552 Tourism and Culture: McCulloch House - Minister Open (Mr. Robert Chisholm), 1039 Tourism and Culture - Media Industries: Department - Development Plans (Mr. Manning MacDonald), 2226 Tourism and Culture: Privatization (Government Resorts) - Time Frame (Mr. K. MacAskill), 3833 Tourism and Culture - Springhill MusicFest: Support - Lack Explain (Mr. H. Epstein), 3819 Transportation and Public Works - Bras d’Or Bridge: Deck Replacement - Completion Accelerate (Mr. K. MacAskill), 3555 Transportation and Public Works - Bras d’Or Bridge: Traffic Problems - Minister’s Notification (Mr. B. Boudreau), 2950 Transportation and Public Works - Cape Breton: Essential Service - Neglect Explain (Mr. B. Boudreau), 690 Transportation and Public Works - Coke Ovens Site (Frederick Street): Pollution - Containment Assure (Mr. F. Corbett), 1218 Transportation and Public Works - Cross Church Bridge: Damage - Departmental Insurance Coverage (Mr. K. MacAskill), 1040 Transportation and Public Works - Cross Church Bridge: Replacement - Reconsider (Mr. K. MacAskill), 3485 Transportation and Public Works - Five Island Lake: Cleanup - Status (Mr. R. MacKinnon), 1094 Questions (Oral) 197 HANSARD INDEX

Transportation and Public Works: Highway Agreements - Status (Mr. R. MacKinnon), 3039 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 101: Fuel Tax Windfall - Employ (Mr. W. Estabrooks), 1541 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 101: Twinning - Commitment (Mr. R. MacKinnon), 922 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 101: Twinning - Time Frame (Mr. W. Estabrooks), 1034 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 101/Ben Jackson Road Intersection: Safety Problems - Delay Explain (Mr. W. Estabrooks), 313 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 101 (Mount Uniacke, Hants County/ Coldbrook, Kings County): Priority - Status (Mr. W. Estabrooks), 316 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 113: Minister - Justify (Mr. W. Estabrooks), 3557 Transportation and Public Works - Little Bras d’Or Bridge: Flag People - Minister Employ (Mr. B. Boudreau), 4116 Transportation and Public Works - Little Bras d’Or Bridge: Work - Status (Mr. B. Boudreau), 4269 Transportation and Public Works - Paving: Priority List (Hants East/North) - Status (Mr. J. MacDonell), 3834 Transportation and Public Works - Peggy’s Cove Road: Tourism Impact - Minister’s Plans (Mr. W. Estabrooks), 2831 Transportation and Public Works - Plowing (Highway No. 28): Emergencies - Explain (Mr. F. Corbett), 925 Transportation and Public Works - Road Conditions (Cumberland South): Repairs - Details (Mr. W. Estabrooks), 2953 Transportation and Public Works - Roads (Secondary): Blue Book Commitment - Intention (Mr. K. MacAskill), 768 Transportation and Public Works - Route 348: Repair - Urgent (Mr. H. Epstein), 2956 Transportation and Public Works - Sempra: Licence - Approval Concerns (Mr. J. Holm), 913 Transportation and Public Works - Sempra: Licence - Approval Explain (Mr. J. Holm), 910 Transportation and Public Works - Tar Ponds/Coke Ovens Sites: Phase II Report - Release (Mr. F. Corbett), 2935 Transportation and Public Works - T.L. Sullivan School (Bras d’Or): Crossing Light - Replacement (Mr. B. Boudreau), 1038 Transportation and Public Works - VIA Rail Derailment (Stewiacke): Safety Measures - Details (Mr. W. Estabrooks), 1305 Transportation and Public Works - Water Supply: Safety - Assurances (Mr. R. MacKinnon), 199 Transportation and Public Works - Whitney Pier: Relocation - Government (Nova Scotia) Involvement (Mr. F. Corbett), 2440 Transportation and Public Works - Whitney Pier: Residents - Relocate (Mr. F. Corbett), 2223 Transportation and Public Works - Whitney Pier Residents: Relocation - Talks Status (Mr. F. Corbett), 2937 Questions (Oral) 198 HANSARD INDEX

Transportation and Public Works - Year of the Roads: Election Promise - Status (Mr. W. Estabrooks), 2950 Westray Mine Disaster - Occupational Health and Safety Act Recommendations: Justice Richard’s Inquiry - Implementation Details (Mr. D. Dexter), 2933 Women, Status of - Women’s Centre (Truro): Funding - Ensure (Mr. D. Wilson), 4266 QUESTION (WRITTEN) Finance - Tax Returns (Nova Scotia): Breakdown - Information (Mr. G. Steele), 4553 Quigley, Dr. John (Jack) - Canadian Medical Association Senior Membership: Award - Congratulations (res. 1411), n 4025, app 4026 Quinlivan-Hall, Sarah/Chui, David - Sackville High School: Lieutenant Governor’s Medal - Congratulations (res. 1531), n 4337, app 4338

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Rails to Trails: Beechville-Lakeside-Timberlea Volunteers - Congratulations (res. 785), n 2063, app 2064 Ralph, Reverend Karen, 26 Rao, Neesha/Aubut, Anna - National Debating Championship (Junior High): Success - Congratulations (res. 1537), n 4342, app 4342 Rath, Duane - Truro and District Chamber of Commerce: President - Election Congratulations (res. 582), n 1385, app 1386 Raymond, Beth: PanCanadian Student Choice Award - Congratulations (res. 807), n 2190, app 2191 R.B. Dickey/E.B. Chandler Schools - Cumberland: Literacy Initiative - Participants Congratulations (res. 964), n 2792, app 2792 Reach Nova Scotia: Law Day Award - Congratulations (res. 563), n 1360, app 1361 Reach Nova Scotia: Law Day Award - Congratulations (res. 686), n 1776, app 1776 Recovery House Addiction Centre (Antigonish) - Funding: Premier - Provide (res. 473), n 1077 Redcliffe, Kelly Marie: Atlantic Writing Competition - Commend (res. 208), n 512 Rector, Trevor - Highland Festival for Young Writers: Win - Congratulations (res. 1608), n 4550 Redgrave, Vanessa - St. Francis Xavier (F.X.) University: Honorary Degree - Congratulations (res. 575), n 1380, app 1381 Reeder, Eleanor - Death of: Friends/Family - Condolences Extend (res. 1401), n 4018, app 4018 Regional Valley Senior Games - Organizers: Efforts - Acknowledge (res. 1012), n 2926, app 2927 Register.com - Customer Care Centre (Yarmouth): Opening - Congratulations (res. 390), n 894, app 894 Registered Nurses Act (Bill 18), 1st 652, 2nd 3710, 3rd 4128, RA 4544 Reid Family (Kingston, Nova Scotia) - Sobeys Family Volunteer of the Year Award (res. 713), n 1796, app 1797 Remembrance Day - National Holiday Status: Maple Grove Education Centre - Efforts Congratulations (res. 958), n 2785 Renshaw, Melissa 199 HANSARD INDEX

Renshaw, Melissa - Nova Scotia Kiwanis Festival: Rose Bowl Winner - Congratulations (res. 144), n 288, app 289 REPORTS (ANNUAL ETC.) TABLED Community Services: Information - Provide (Hon. P. Christie), 1774 Environment and Labour: Questions - Response (Hon. D. Morse), 1925, 2539 Environment and Labour - Strait of Canso: Coal Dust - Seepage (Hon. D. Morse), 1353 Halifax-Dartmouth Bridge Commission (Hon. N. LeBlanc), 2414 Health - Nova Scotia’s Nursing Strategy (Hon. J. Muir), 558 Human Rights Commission (Hon. R. Russell), 1925 Justice: Civil Procedure Rules - Amendments (Hon. M. Baker), 646 Nova Scotia Alcohol and Gaming Authority (Hon. D. Morse), 3510 Nova Scotia Council on Higher Education (Hon. J. Purves), 1273 Nova Scotia Gaming Corporation (Hon. N. LeBlanc), 3510 Nova Scotia Psychiatric Facilities Review Board (Hon. J. Muir), 1774 Nova Scotia Real Estate Commission (Hon. A. MacIsaac), 170 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Fines - Summary (Hon. A. MacIsaac), 1072 Superintendents of Pensions (Hon. D. Morse), 4217 Vital Statistics (1998 and 1999) (Hon. A. MacIsaac), 970 Workers’ Compensation Board (Hon. D. Morse), 513 REPORTS (HOUSE COMMITTEES) TABLED Law Amendments Committee (Hon. M. Baker), 1180, 1180, 3792, 3867, 3931, 4216 Law Amendments Committee (Hon. N. LeBlanc), 2699 Law Amendments Committee (Hon. R. Russell), 3734 Private and Local Bills Committee, (Mrs. M. Baillie), 3932, 3932, 4035 Private and Local Bills Committee (Mr. B. Taylor), 4010 Public Accounts, Supplement to (Hon. N. LeBlanc), 517 Striking Committee: Standing Committees - Appointments (Hon. R. Russell), 513 RESOLUTIONS (Numerical) 1 Estimates - Committee of the Whole House on Supply (Hon. N. LeBlanc), n 34, d 354, d 478, referred, 506 2 Government (Canada) - Nova Scotia Offshore Benefits: Commitment - Honour (The Premier), n 34, app 35 3 Striking Committee - Appointment (The Premier), n 35, app 36 4 Health: Anemia Awareness Week (26/03/01-02/04/01) - Recognize (Hon. J. Muir) (by Hon. J. Purves), n 36, app 37 5 Tourism and Culture - Scotland-Nova Scotia: Partnership - Encourage (Hon. Rodney MacDonald), n 37, app 38 6 Acadian Affairs - Acadian/Francophone Community: Contribution - Recognize (Hon. N. LeBlanc), n 38, app 39 7 Sports - Curling: Colleen Jones Team - Best Wishes Convey (Hon. Rodney MacDonald), n 39, app 40 Resolutions 200 HANSARD INDEX

8 Sports - Basketball Canadian Inter-University Athletic Union (CIAU) Championships (Men): St. Francis Xavier (F.X.) - Congratulations (Hon. A. MacIsaac), n 41, app 42 9 Sports - Basketball Canadian Inter-University Athletic Union (CIAU) Championships (Men): St. Francis Xavier (F.X.)/Staff/Officials - Congratulations (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 42, app 43 10 Cape Breton North/Halifax Fairview - By-Elections: Candidates - Thank (Mr. Manning MacDonald), n 43, app 43 11 Bluenose II Launch - Anniversary (80th): Commemoration - Participants Congratulations (Hon. M. Baker), n 43, app 44 12 Natural Resources - Forest Industry: Legislation - Implement - (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 44 13 Glace Bay: Emergency Water System - Remedy (Mr. D. Wilson), n 45 14 How, Harry and Juanita: Public Service - Recognize (Hon. D. Morse), n 46, app 46 15 Sports - Basketball: Sackville Lazers - Congratulations (Mr. J. Holm), n 47, app 47 16 Finance - Budget: Balancing - Time Frame (Mr. D. Downe), n 47 17 Sports - Hockey: Halifax Mooseheads - Congratulations (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 48 app 49 18 Sports - Swimming: Duffy, Sean - Forum for Young Canadians Selection Congratulations (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 49, app 50 19 Health - System: Costs - Minister of Finance Apologize (Dr. J. Smith), n 50 20 Sports - Hockey: Halifax Hawks - Commend (Ms. M. McGrath), n 50, app 51 21 Sports - Basketball: Andrea, Paul/X-Men - Good Luck Convey (Mr. F. Corbett), n 51, app 52 22 Premier - Campaign for Fairness: Buchanan, Senator John/Mulroney, Right Honourable Brian - Support Seek (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 52 23 Nova Scotia Film Development Corporation: First Works Program - Applaud (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 53, app 53 24 Sfeir, Eminence and Beatitude Cardinal Mar Nasrallah Peter: Halifax - Welcome (Mr. G. Steele), n 54, app 54 25 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Municipalities (Richmond, Guysborough, Saint Mary’s) - Equalization (Mr. M. Samson), n 54 26 Transportation and Public Works - Commuter Rail (Halifax): Position - Government (Nova Scotia) (Mr. H. Epstein), n 55 27 Transportation and Public Works - Natural Gas: Distribution - Minister Allow (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 56 28 Natural Resources - Coastal Properties: Ownership - Review (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 56 29 Transportation and Public Works - Floral Heights Subdivision: Bailey Bridge - Replace (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 57 30 Education - Literacy Pilot Project: Pianosi, Catherine/Wallace, Jennifer/ B.C. Silver Junior High School - Congratulations (Mr. Robert Chisholm), n 57, app 58 31 Riordan, Sue - Veterans Affairs Committee: Commitments - Endorse (Mr. D. Wilson) (by Mr. M. Samson), n 58, app 59 Resolutions 201 HANSARD INDEX

32 Wentzell, Jamie: Abilities (Academic/Athletic) - Congratulations (Mr. D. Dexter), n 59, app 59 33 Economic Development - Cape Breton Growth Fund: Contribution - Government (Nova Scotia) (Mr. Manning MacDonald), n 60 34 Cape Breton Nova - Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Recovery - Best Wishes Convey (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 60, app 61 35 Bridgewater Kinettes: Anniversary (50th) - Congratulations (Mr. D. Downe), n 61, app 61 36 Holy Angels High School - High School Debating Championships: Participants - Best Wishes Convey (Mr. J. Holm), n 62, app 62 37 Sports - Basketball Canadian Inter-University Athletic Union (CIAU) Championships (Men): St. Francis Xavier (F.X.) - Win Congratulations (Mr. B. Boudreau) (by Mr. M. Samson), n 62, app 63 38 Community Services - 8 Manor Opening: Northwoodcare Inc./Deafness Advocacy Association - Congratulations (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 63, app 64 39 Craig, Michael - Dr. James W. Reid Memorial Award: Recipient - Congratulations (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 64, app 64 40 Legislative Library: Staff - Congratulations/Thank (Dr. J. Smith), n 65, app 65 41 Health - Aricept and Excelon (Alzheimer’s Disease): Government (Nova Scotia) - Cost Cover (Mr. J. Pye) (by Mr. G. Steele), n 65 42 Smith, Daniel and Rennie - Melvin Jones Awards: Recipients - Congratulations (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 66, app 67 43 Sports - Hockey: Yarmouth Consolidated Memorial High School Vikings - Good Luck Convey (Mr. Robert Chisholm), n 67, app 67 44 Gracie, John: Accomplishments/Talent - Acknowledge (Mr. D. Dexter), n 67, app 68 45 Spacey, Kevin - Academy Awards: Nova Scotia Mention - Applaud (Hon. Rodney MacDonald), n 103, app 104 46 Finance - Budget (2001): Health, Education and Jobs - Priority (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 104 47 Women, Status of - Warner, Rita (Chair): Election - Congratulations (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 105, app 106 48 Meals on Wheels - Frozen Food Pilot Project (Lunenburg County): Victorian Order of Nurses (VON) - Assistance Congratulations (Hon. M. Baker), n 106, app 106 49 Sobeys Stars of Christmas Project - Gertrude Parker Elementary School: Selection - Congratulations (Mr. J. Holm), n 106, app 107 50 Sydney Academy - Nova Scotia Senior High Debating Championship: Win - Congratulations (Mr. Manning MacDonald), n 107, app 108 51 Sports - Curling: Dacey Rink - Applaud (Ms. M. McGrath), n 108, app 109 52 Women, Status of - Warner, Rita (Chair): Election - Congratulations (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 109, app 109 53 Order of Canada: Bain, George - Congratulations (Mr. D. Downe), n 110, app 110 54 Pare, Jillian: Accomplishments - Commend (Mr. T. Olive), n 110, app 111 Resolutions 202 HANSARD INDEX

55 Scott, Leslie - Marathon (Orlando, Florida): Completion - Congratulations (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 111, app 112 56 Government (Nova Scotia) - Mismanagement: Finance Minister - Fault Acknowledge (Dr. J. Smith), n 112 57 Sports - Basketball Canadian Inter-University Athletic Union (CIAU) Championships (Men): St. Francis Xavier (F.X.) - Effort Congratulations (Hon. A. MacIsaac), n 112, app 113 58 New Waterford - Volunteer Firefighters: Service (85 years) - Congratulations (Mr. F. Corbett), n 113, app 114 59 Education - Cape Breton: Educational Opportunities - Elimination Explain (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 114 60 Economic Development - Clearwater Fine Foods Inc.: Chinese Contract - Signing Congratulations (Hon. M. Baker), n 115, app 115 61 Armdale Place (Halifax) - Residents/Congratulations: Government (Nova Scotia) - Residential Tenancies Act Amend (Mr. G. Steele), n 115 62 Education - Teacher Recruitment: Minister - Plans Begin (Mr. M. Samson), n 116 63 Education - Schools: Bullying - Eradicate (Mr. H. Epstein), n 117, app 117 64 University College of Cape Breton (UCCB) - Community Studies Program: Breakfast Program (Bras d’Or Elementary School) - Recognize (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 117, app 118 65 Transportation and Public Works - Prospect Road Meeting: Minister - Attendance Confirm (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 118 66 Cape Breton North/Halifax Fairview - By-Elections: Members Elected - Congratulations (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 119, app 119 67 Health - Black Women’s Health Centre/Maritime Centre of Excellence for Women’s Health: Project - Congratulations (Mr. D. Dexter), n 120, app 120 68 Health - Finance Minister: Strategic Investments - Lack Condemn (Mr. D. Downe), n 120 69 E.H. Horne Preservation Society (East Hants) - E.H. Horne School: Preservation - Efforts Congratulations (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 121, app 122 70 Tourism and Culture - Rankin Memorial School: Gaelic Culture Festival - Congratulations (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 122 71 Sports - Ringette: Cole Harbour Junior Team - Best Wishes (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 123, app 123 72 Education - Senior High Debating: Funding - Restore (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 124 73 Royal Canadian Legion - Branch 15 (New Waterford): Anniversary (75th) - Congratulations (Mr. F. Corbett), n 124, app 125 74 Government (Nova Scotia) - Municipal/Provincial Relations: Platform - Commitment Keep (Mr. G. Steele), n 125, d 320 75 Smith, Nathaniel - Prospect: Genealogical Research - Recognize/Thank (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 126, app 126 76 Westphal/Cole Harbour Firefighters Association (LeRue, Mike/White, Noel/Barr, Terry) - Communities: Preservation - Congratulations (Mr. D. Dexter), n 127, app 127 Resolutions 203 HANSARD INDEX

77 Sydney Academy - Nova Scotia Senior High Debating Championships: Performance - Applaud (Mr. J. Holm), n 166 78 Manuel, Doris Juanita - Service: Government (Nova Scotia) - Thank (The Premier), n 171, app 171 79 Acadia University: Pioneer Award - Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 171, app 172 80 Women, Status of - Women’s Community Economic Development Network: Work - Recognize (Hon. J. Purves), n 172, app 173 81 Health - Colchester Regional Hospital Auxiliary: Bone Densitometry Machine - Fund- Raising Congratulations (Mr. D. Dexter), n 173, app 174 82 Fitzgerald, Mike - Service (25 years): Multicultural Association of Nova Scotia - Congratulations (Mr. Manning MacDonald), n 174, app 175 83 MacPhee, Al/MacPhee Pontiac General Motors Canada (GMC): Customer Care - Congratulations (Mr. T. Olive), n 175, app 175 84 Transportation and Public Works - Road Safety: Government (Nova Scotia) - Rethink (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 176 85 Health - Care: System - Clinical Footprint (Dr. J. Smith), n 176 86 Sports - Hockey: Pictou Maripacs Atom “B” Team - Gold Medal Congratulations (Mrs. M. Baillie), n 177, app 178 87 Transportation and Public Works - Drinking Water Quality: Government (Nova Scotia) - Responsibility Resume (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 178 88 Finance - Minister: Squandering - Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) Recognize (Mr. D. Downe), n 178 89 Community Services - Feed Our Lambs: Efforts - Recognize (Mr. J. Pye), n 179, app 180 90 Transportation and Public Works - Church Cross Bridge (Victoria County): Status - Residents Update (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 180 91 Health - Lung Association: Efforts - Acknowledge (Mr. D. Dexter), n 181, app 181 92 Association of Professional Engineers of Nova Scotia - Baird, Robert/Cochkanoff, Orest/Sutherland, William: Honorary Life Memberships - Congratulations (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 181, app 182 93 Tourism and Culture - Preston Cultural Festival (2001): Participants - Congratulations (Mr. Robert Chisholm), n 182, app 183 94 Health - Strait-Richmond Hospital Emergency Health Needs: Government (Nova Scotia) - Disregard Condemn (Mr. M. Samson), n 183 95 Voluntary Planning - Land Ownership (Nova Scotia): Review Meetings - Public Locations (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 183 96 Community Services: Regulations - Consultation (Mr. D. Wilson), n 184 97 Sports - Hockey: Richmond Hurricanes - Provincial Title Congratulations (Mr. M. Samson), n 185, app 186 98 Health - Persons With Epilepsy: Pharmacare Card - Provide (Mr. J. Pye), n 186 99 Border Belles: Anniversary (20th) - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 247 100 Sports - Basketball: Advocate District High School Lady Coyotes: Championship Season - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 247 Resolutions 204 HANSARD INDEX

101 Education - Yarmouth Consolidated Memorial High School: Remembrance Day Holiday - Initiative Recognize (Hon. J. Purves), n 256, app 256 102 Tourism and Culture - Tourism Partnership Council: Importance - Recognize (Hon. Rodney MacDonald), n 256, app 257 103 Spears, Brenda: David William Connors Memorial Award - Congratulations (Hon. P. Christie), n 257, app 258 104 Health - Colchester Regional Hospital: Long Service Awards - Recipients Congratulations (Hon. J. Muir), n 258, app 259 105 Human Rights Commission - Volition (Pictou County)/Youth Speaks Up (Sydney): Achievements - Applaud (Hon. J. Purves), n 259, app 259 106 Sports - Bible Hill Elementary School: Fair Play - Achievements Recognize (Hon. Rodney MacDonald), n 259, app 260 107 Paul, Dan - Nova Scotia Police Commission: Appointment - Congratulations (Hon. M. Baker), n 260, app 261 108 Natural Resources - Softwood Industry: Campaign for Fairness - Premier Lead (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 261, app 262 109 Women, Status of - Women’s Executive Network: Nova Scotia - Welcome (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 262, app 262 110 Natural Resources - Atlantic Canada Lumber: Trade Restrictions - Exemption Extend (Mr. Brooke Taylor), n 263, app 263 111 Finance - Budget (2000-01): Deficit Contributions (Government [Canada]) - Minister Paul Martin Thank (Mr. D. Downe), n 263 112 Dill-Fuller, Brandon Christopher Michael: Death of - Tribute (Mr. Robert Chisholm), n 264,app 265 113 Economic Development - District 18 Business Development Association: President/Executive - Re-Election Congratulations (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 265, app 266 114 Education - Department: Name Change - Urge (Mr. M. Samson), n 266 115 Education - Halifax Regional School Board Custodian Strike: Minister - Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Contact (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 266 116 Economic Development - Electronic Data Systems (EDS) Call Centres: Nova Scotia Opening - Applaud (Mr. Ronald Chisholm), n 267, app 268 117 Sysco - Steelworkers: Premier - Election Commitment Honour (Mr. Manning MacDonald), n 268 118 Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Greenwood - Search and Rescue Crew: Courageous Efforts - Praise (Mr. J. Carey), n 268, app 269 119 Women, Status of - Women’s Executive Network: E-Mentoring Program - Launch Congratulations (Mrs. M. Baillie), n 269, app 270 120 Finance - Budget (2000-01): Lock-up (One) - Minister Consider (Mr. D. Downe), n 270 121 Tourism and Culture - Superhost Program: Queens County - Participants Recognize (Mr. K. Morash), n 271, app 271 122 Brantall, Mary - World Special Olympics: Gold Medal - Congratulations (Mr. F. Chipman), n 271, app 272 Resolutions 205 HANSARD INDEX

123 Tourism and Culture - Pineapple Award: Callan, Constable Phil - Congratulations (Mr. C. O’Donnell), n 272, app 273 124 Peck, Darlene and Rodney - Child Welfare League of Canada: Canadian Achievement Award (2000) - Congratulations (Hon. G. Balser), n 273, app 274 125 Mantle, Stan: Caring Canadian Award - Congratulations (Hon. J. Muir), n 274, app 274 126 Yarmouth Beaver Colony: Christmas Adopt-A-Family - Congratulations (Mr. R. Hurlburt), n 275, app 275 127 Jenner, Stephen: Caring Canadian Award - Congratulations (Mr. W. Dooks), n 275, app 276 128 Nickerson, Jessica - World Special Olympics: Performance - Congratulations (Mr. J. Chataway), n 276, app 277 129 Health - Health Services Foundation (South Shore): Curl for a Cause Committee - Congratulations (Hon. M. Baker), n 277, app 277 130 Morrison, Sandy - World Special Olympics: Performance - Congratulations (Mr. T. Olive), n 278, app 278 131 Holleman, Jennifer - Boxing: Canadian Championships - Achievement Congratulations (Mr. M. Parent), n 278 132 Sports - Hockey: Halifax Hawks - Atom AAA Championship (2001) Congratulations (Ms. M. McGrath), n 279, app 280 133 Sports - Curling: Westville High School Team (Boys) - Efforts Congratulations (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 280, app 281 134 Stanhope, Julie - World Special Olympics: Achievement - Congratulations (Mr. B. Barnet), n 281, app 281 135 Health - Sutherland-Harris/Aberdeen Hospitals: Canadian Council On Health Services Accreditation - Recognition Commend (Mrs. M. Baillie), n 281, app 282 136 Ondaatje, Christopher - South Shore Cultural Life: Contribution - Gratitude Express (Mr. J. Chataway), n 282, app 283 137 Black Educators Association/Tri-County District School Board - African Heritage Retrospective: Organizers - Congratulations (Hon. G. Balser), n 283, app 284 138 Surette, Winnie - Caring Canadian Award: Recipient - Congratulations (Mr. R. Hurlburt), n 284, app 284 139 World Wide Source Call Centre - Parker Street Food and Furniture Bank: Donation - Gratitude Express (Mr. T. Olive), n 284, app 285 140 Tourism and Culture - Bluenose II: Banfield, Orval (Former Captain)/Watson, Philip (Captain) - Thank/Congratulations (Hon. M. Baker), n 285, app 286 141 Black Educators Association - Campbell, Wendy/Desmond, Jennifer/Desmond, Dedriea/Calliste, Agnes/Chase, Katherine: Recognition - Commend (Hon. A. MacIsaac), n 286, app 287 142 Sports - Hockey: Pictou County Zellers Midget AA Team (Girls) - Provincial Title Congratulations (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 287, app 287 143 Tourism and Culture - Preston Cultural Festival (2001): Organizers/Participants - Congratulations (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 288, app 288 Resolutions 206 HANSARD INDEX

144 Renshaw, Melissa - Nova Scotia Kiwanis Festival: Rose Bowl Winner - Congratulations (Hon. J. Muir), n 288, app 289 145 Education - Middleton Regional High School Senior Concert Band: European Tour - Congratulations (Mr. F. Chipman), n 289, app 290 146 Hodgins, Chris - Tae Kwon Do: Open Lightweight - Champion (2001) Congratulations (Hon. A. MacIsaac), n 290, app 291 147 Education - Automated Speech Recognition: Classroom Provision - Participants Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 375, app 376 148 Natural Resources - Prospect High Head: Nature Conservancy - Work Support (Hon. E. Fage), n 376, app 376 149 Education - Libraries (Nova Scotia): Service - Recognize (Hon. J. Purves), n 377, app 377 150 Murray, Robert - Cranberry Development (Nova Scotia): History - Congratulations (Hon. E. Fage), n 377, app 378 151 Sports - Basketball: Sackville Nu Youth Sonics - Applaud (Mr. J. Holm), n 378, app 379 152 Economic Development - Government (Nova Scotia): Economy Strategy - Minister Read (Mr. Manning MacDonald), n 379 153 Black Cultural Society (Nova Scotia) - Wall of Honour: Inductees - Congratulations (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 380, app 381 154 Dartmouth South - Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Three Apologies- You’re-Out Strategy - Premier Adopt (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 381 155 Sports - Hockey: Clare Acadiens - Performance Congratulations (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 381, app 382 156 Sports - Figure Skating: Davidson, Alyssa/Whidden, Amanda - Commitment Recognize (Hon. E. Fage), n 382, app 383 157 Tourism and Culture - Dramagroup (University College of Cape Breton [UCCB]): Anniversary (30th) - Congratulations (Mr. F. Corbett), n 383, app 383 158 Executive Council - Water Quality: Glace Bay - Cleanup (Mr. D. Wilson), n 383 159 Springhill - Arena Loss: Response - Mayor/Staff Thank (Mr. B. Taylor), n 384, app 385 160 Transportation and Public Works - Victoria Road Interchange (Dartmouth): Upgrade - Start (Mr. J. Pye), n 385 161 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Equalization: Progressive Conservative (PC) Caucus - Premier Consult (Mr. Manning MacDonald), n 386 162 Transportation and Public Works - Prospect Road: Improvements - Minister’s Decision (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 386 163 Health - Care: Decisions - Source (Dr. J. Smith), n 387 164 Beuree, Harry - St. Margarets Bay Area: Contributions - Congratulations (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 387, app 388 165 Cape Breton North - Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Performance - Constituencies Judge (Mr. M. Samson), n 388 166 Arsenault, Bob - Springhill Arena: Collapse - Actions Applaud (The Speaker), n 439 167 Brodie, Rick - Central Nova Tourist Association: Presidents Award - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 439 Resolutions 207 HANSARD INDEX

168 Smith, Louann - Louann’s Creations (Springhill): Opening - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 440 169 Clayton, Larry: Medal of Bravery - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 440 170 Sports - Oxford Regional High School Junior Golden Bears: Cumberland County District Championship - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 441 171 Duggan, Dave - Service: Province of Nova Scotia - Thank (Hon. G. Balser), n 449, app 450 172 Goldbloom, Dr. Ruth - Nova Scotia College of Art and Design (NSCAD): Honorary Degree - Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 450, app 451 173 Education - Literacy: Practitioners (Community-Based) - Acknowledge (Hon. J. Purves), n 451, app 451 174 Agriculture and Fisheries - Outlook 2001: Initiative - Recognize (Hon. E. Fage), n 452, app 452 175 Education - Riverside Educational Centre: Multimedia Program - Congratulations (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 453, app 453 176 Health - Long-Term Care: Downloading - Cease (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 453 177 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Content - Official Opposition Review (Mr. T. Olive), n 454 178 Sports - Hockey: Vince Ryan Tournament - Participants Congratulations (Mr. J. Holm), n 455, app 455 179 Economic Development - Cape Breton: Economic Needs - Invest (Mr. Manning MacDonald), n 456 180 IODE Annie V. Johnson Chapter: Anniversary (20th) - Congratulations (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 456, app 457 181 Health - Long-Term Care: Cuts - Withdraw (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 457 182 Coughlan, Justice Cyril Richard - Supreme Court: Appointment - Congratulations (Mr. D. Downe), n 458, app 458 183 Ruff, Eric - Yarmouth Museum: Commitment/Fundraising - Applaud (Mr. R. Hurlburt), n 459, app 459 184 Committee of the Whole House (CWH) on Supply/Subcommittee - Estimates: Meeting - Delay (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 459, app 460 185 Health - Care: Crisis - Minister’s Response (Dr. J. Smith), n 460 186 TPF Factory Outlet (Amherst) - Star Choice Award: Owners - Congratulations (Hon. E. Fage), n 461, app 461 187 Shearwater Aviation Museum - Board of Directors/Staff: Dedication - Congratulations (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 462, app 462 188 Finance - Cabot Trail: Upgrade - Windfall Employ (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 462 189 Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) - Widows’ Benefits: Fairness - Interpretation (Mr. F. Corbett), n 463 190 Sports - Hockey: Vince Ryan Tournament - Participants Congratulations (Mr. D. Wilson), n 464, app 466 191 Environment and Labour - Kyoto Accord: President Bush - Minister Contact (Mr. G. Steele), n 464 Resolutions 208 HANSARD INDEX

192 Transportation and Public Works - Budget (2001-02): Allocation - Minister Employ (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 466 193 Government (Nova Scotia): Canadian Association of Journalists Code of Silence Award - Congratulations (Mr. H. Epstein), n 467 194 Health - Strait-Richmond Hospital Crisis: Minister/Caucus - Solve (Mr. M. Samson), n 467 195 SS Atlantic Sinking - Remembrance: Lower Prospect Residents - Efforts Recognize (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 468, app 469 196 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Rural Roads - Problems Coverage (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 469 197 Sports - Hockey: Nova Scotia Sport Athletic Federation (NSSAF) Championship - J.L. Ilsley Judges Congratulations (Mr. Robert Chisholm), n 470, app 470 198 Health - Long-Term Care: User Fee - Government (Nova Scotia) Explanation (Mr. D. Dexter), n 470 199 Justice - Jail/Forensic Hospital: Dartmouth North - Benefits Enumerate (Mr. J. Pye), n 471 200 Finance - Budget (2001-02): Agriculture Cuts - Mistakes Explain (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 472 201 Sports - Hockey: Pictou County Zellers Midget AA Team (Girls) - Congratulations (Mr. J. Holm), n 472, app 473 202 Education - Budget Cuts: Job Opportunities - Effect (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 473 203 Two Rivers Wildlife Park - Fundraising: St. Joseph School/Tim Hortons - Congratulations (Mr. F. Corbett), n 474, app 474 204 Creighton-Gerrish Development Association - Housing Complex: Funding - Congratulations (Mr. J. Pye), n 475, app 475 205 Morash, Beverly: Atlantic Writing Competition - Congratulations (Mr. D. Dexter), n 475, app 476 206 Tourism and Culture - Community Museums: Funding Cuts - Regret (Mr. Robert Chisholm), n 476 207 Transportation and Public Works - Minister: Timberlea-Prospect Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Golf Game Accept (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 477 208 Redcliffe, Kelly Marie: Atlantic Writing Competition - Commend (Mr. M. Parent), n 512 209 Colchester-Musquodoboit Valley Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Religious Intolerance: House - Reject (Mr. Robert Chisholm), n 517 210 Credit Union Central (Nova Scotia): Staff/Board Members - Congratulations (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 518, app 519 211 Agriculture and Fisheries - Outstanding Young Farmers (Atlantic Canadian): Nominees - Congratulations (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 519, app 519 212 Chester-St. Margaret’s Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Federation of Nova Scotia Heritage: Dr. Phyllis R. Blakeley Award - Congratulations (Mr. D. Downe), n 520, app 520 Resolutions 209 HANSARD INDEX

213 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 101: Finance Minister - Priority Status Inform (Mr. J. Holm), n 520 214 Health - Long-Term Care: Crisis - Solve (Dr. J. Smith), n 521, d 722 215 Halifax Regional Library - Virtual Branch: Initiative - Commend (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 522, app 522 216 Natural Resources - StoraEnso: Forestry Management - Congratulations (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 522, app 523 217 Education/Sport and Recreation - P3 Schools: Fields - Usage Allow (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 523, app 524 218 Harris, Ashley: Smoking Eradication Campaign - Commend (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 524, app 524 219 Health - Hearing and Speech Clinic: Proposal - Fund (Mr. F. Corbett), n 525 220 Education - Young People: Concerns - Awareness (Mr. M. Samson), n 525, app 526 221 Freedom Foundation - Renovations: Participants - Thank (Mr. J. Pye), n 526, app 527 222 Ski Cape Smokey - Season: Success - Congratulations (Mr. K MacAskill), n 527, app 527 223 Community Services - Government Buildings: Accessibility - Program Expand (Mr. D. Dexter), n 528 224 Finance - Debt: Minister - Control Lack (Mr. D. Downe), n 528 225 Black Loyalist Heritage Society - Web Site: Design Team - Congratulations (Mr. Robert Chisholm), n 529, app 529 226 Transportation and Public Works - Pylons: Gravel/Pavement - Replace (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 529 227 Health - Secure Treatment Centre: Spaces - Increase (Mr. J. Pye), n 530 228 Sobeys - Serca Foodservice (Sydney) Shutdown: Cape Breton - Disdain Illustrate (Mr. J. Holm), n 531 229 Sports - Hockey: Jack Lamontagne Tournament - Participants Congratulations (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 532, app 532 230 Canadian Peacekeeping Medals: Cape Breton Peacekeepers - Congratulations (Mr. F. Corbett), n 532, app 533 231 Community Services - St. Vincent’s Guest House: Accreditation - Congratulations (Mr. H. Epstein), n 533, app 534 232 Transportation and Public Works - Prospect Road: Priority - Residents Inform (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 534 233 Education - Forum of Young Canadians: Participants - Commend (Mr. H. Epstein), n 534, app 535 234 Sydney Academy: High School Debating Championship - Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 559, app 559 235 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Downloading: Premier - Mysterious Force Explain (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 560 236 Education - Harbourview Elementary School: Dental Clinic - Resume (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 560 Resolutions 210 HANSARD INDEX

237 Mendez, Dr. Ivar - Exhibition: Opening - Congratulations (Mr. M. Parent), n 561, app 562 238 Education - Children: Interests - Priority (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 562 239 Colchester-Musquodoboit Valley/Shelburne/Kings West - Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs): Acting Tips - Learn (Mr. Manning MacDonald), n 562 240 MacMillan, Christopher: Medal of Bravery - Congratulations (Mr. C. Clarke), n 563, app 564 241 Sports - Bowling: East Coast Championship - New Waterford Girls Congratulations (Mr. F. Corbett), n 564, app 565 242 Tourism and Culture - Bell Bay Golf Club: Managers/Operators - Congratulations (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 565, app 565 243 Harding, Marcia - Atlantic Writing Competition: Award - Congratulations (Mr. K. Morash), n 565, app 566 244 Department of National Defence (DND) - Military Bases: Rent Increase - Minister Revisit (Mr. J. Pye), n 566, app 567 245 Education - Maintenance Workers: Strike - Resolve (Mr. M. Samson), n 567 246 Megann, Adele - Atlantic Writing Competition: Recognition - Congratulations (Ms. M. McGrath), n 568, app 568 247 Rotary Club (Amherst) - El Salvador: Donations - Congratulations (Mr. Robert Chisholm), n 568, app 569 248 Cape Breton North Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Cabinet - Promotion (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 569 249 Fitzgerald, Brian - Brew Pub: Opening - Congratulations (Mr. F. Chipman), n 570, app 570 250 Natural Resources - Prospect High Head: Volunteers - Commitment Congratulations (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 571, app 571 251 Government (Nova Scotia) - Glace Bay: Water Situation - Correct (Mr. D. Wilson), n 571 252 Natural Resources: Volunteers - Recognize (Hon. E. Fage), n 572, app 573 253 MacCarthy, June: PanCanadian Student Choice Award - Congratulations (Mr. H. Epstein), n 573, app 573 254 Colchester-Musquodoboit Valley/Shelburne/Kings West - Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs): Canadian Alliance Meeting - Performance (Mr. D. Downe), n 574 255 Sports - Hockey: Strait Pirates - Junior B Title Congratulations (Mr. Ronald Chisholm), n 574, app 575 256 Health - Bone Densitometers: Purchase - Minister Prioritize (Mr. J. Pye), n 575 257 Education - School Boards: Budget (2001-02) Impact - Minister Ascertain (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 576 258 Deveau, Adam - Summit of the Americas: Participation - Commend (Mr. M. Parent), n 576, app 577 259 Hale, Derek: Accomplishments - Commend (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 577, app 578 260 Miles, Johnny - Boston Marathon Win: Anniversary (75th) - Congratulations (The Premier), n 647, app 647 Resolutions 211 HANSARD INDEX

261 Tourism and Culture: Year of the Costume (2001) - Recognize (Hon. Rodney MacDonald), n 647, app 648 262 Paquette, Wendy - Financial Post’s “Power 50”: Recognition - Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 648, app 649 263 Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) - Canadian Peacekeeping Service Medal: Recipients - Congratulations (Hon. M. Baker), n 649, app 650 264 Tourism and Culture - Heritage in the Schools: Initiative - Congratulations (Hon. Rodney MacDonald), n 650, app 650 265 Colford, Ian - Atlantic Writing Competition: Award - Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 651, app 651 266 Jachimowicz, Stefan Ian - Death of: Family - Condolences Convey (Mr. J. Pye), n 653, app 653 267 Agriculture and Fisheries - Outstanding Young Farmers (Atlantic Canadian): Nominees - Congratulations (Mr. D. Downe), n 653, app 654 268 DeCoste, Elizabeth: St. Francis Xavier (F.X.) University (Trudy Eagan Award) - Congratulations (Hon. A. MacIsaac), n 654, app 655 269 Education - Custodial Strike: Resolution - Encourage (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 655 270 Health - Care: Plan - Details (Dr. J. Smith), n 656 271 Casey, Earl E. - Truro and District Chamber of Commerce: Business Person of the Year - Congratulations (Hon. J. Muir), n 656, app 657 272 Eastern Passage-Cow Bay - Summer Carnival: Anniversary (26th) - Congratulations (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 657, app 658 273 Water - Contamination: Nova Scotians - Premier Call (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 658 274 Morash, Shirley: World Curling Freytag Award - Congratulations (Mr. T. Olive), n 659, app 659 275 Economic Development: Write-Offs - Arithmetic (Mr. H. Epstein), n 659 276 Environment and Labour - “Morsegate Affair”: Funding - Minister Identify (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 660 277 Environment and Labour - Sackville Rivers Association: Elaine Burke Award - Congratulations (Mr. B. Barnet), n 660, app 661 278 Environment and Labour - Stasiulis, Sandy/Merlin-Walsh, Golda: Commitment - Thank (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 661, app 662 279 Natural Resources: Forestry - Memorial High School Maple Syrup Program (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 662, app 662 280 Bentley, Avard - Maple Hall of Fame: Induction - Congratulations (The Speaker) (by Mr. B. Taylor), n 663, app 663 281 Sports - Timberlea Titans Football Club: Formation - Participants Congratulations (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 663, app 664 282 Garron, Robert - Royal Canadian Legion: Zone Commander - Election Congratulations (Hon. N. LeBlanc), n 664, app 665 283 Blasco, Stefan - Order of Canada: Recipient - Congratulations (Mr. J. Chataway), n 665, app 666 Resolutions 212 HANSARD INDEX

284 Shag Harbour - Post Office: Stamp - Granting Congratulations (Mr. C. O’Donnell), n 666, app 666 285 Baker, John: Firefighter of the Year (2000) - Congratulations (Mr. K. Morash), n 667, app 667 286 Pictou-Antigonish Regional Library - Veterans: Web Site - Establishment Congratulations (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 667, app 668 287 Fulmore, David and Velma - PharmaChoice: Reopening - Congratulations (Mrs. M. Baillie), n 668, app 669 288 Bishop, Dr. Henry - Nova Scotia College of Art and Design (NSCAD): Honorary Degree - Congratulations (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 669, app 670 289 Claussen, Barbara - Heritage Home Award (Lunenburg): Recipient - Congratulations (Hon. M. Baker), n 670, app 670 290 Ritchie, Danny/Family - Lequille Country Store: Reopening - Congratulations (Mr. F. Chipman), n 670, app 671 291 Islands Spay/Neuter Association - Project: Participants - Applaud (Hon. G. Balser), n 671, app 672 292 Embree, Sam - Port Hawkesbury Volunteer Fire Department: Anniversary (50th) - Congratulations (Mr. Ronald Chisholm), n 672, app 673 293 MacDonald, Ruth - A Collection of Nova Scotia Firsts: Publication - Congratulations (Mr. B. Taylor), n 673, app 673 294 Birch Mountain Bluegrass Band: East Coast Music Award - Congratulations (Mr. W. Dooks), n 673, app 674 295 Nemeskeri, George and Monica - Chester Plastics: Efforts - Congratulations (Mr. J. Chataway), n 674, app 675 296 Beasley, Sharon: Taste of Nova Scotia Award - Congratulations (Ms. M. McGrath), n 675, app 676 297 Sports - Basketball: Lockeport Junior Boys Team - Regional Title Congratulations (Mr. C. O’Donnell), n 676, app 676 298 Sports - Hockey: Lunenburg Falcons Bantam A Team - Performance Congratulations (Hon. M. Baker), n 677, app 677 299 Shubenacadie Canal Committee - Fairbanks Centre: Foresight - Congratulations (Mr. T. Olive), n 677, app 678 300 Agriculture and Fisheries - Farmers: Gratitude - Express (Mr. F. Chipman), n 678, app 679 301 Carson Downey Band: East Coast Music Awards - Congratulations (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 679, app 679 302 Murray, Anne: East Coast Music Awards (ECMA) Special Achievement Award - Congratulations (The Speaker) (by Mr. B. Taylor), n 680, app 680 303 Canada Customs and Revenue - Community Volunteer Income Tax Program: Volunteers - Applaud (Hon. G. Balser), n 680, app 681 304 Sports - Curling: Truro Fire Brigade - Championship Congratulations (Hon. J. Muir), n 681, app 682 305 Peacekeeping Medal: Recipients - Congratulations (Mrs. M. Baillie), n 682, app 682 Resolutions 213 HANSARD INDEX

306 Fishing and Outdoor Expo (New Glasgow) - Pictou County Rivers Association: Members - Thank (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 683, app 683 307 Tourism and Culture - Gaelic Culture: Bursary Endowment - Organizers Congratulations (Mr. Ronald Chisholm), n 684, app 684 308 Sports - Brookfield Curling Club: Bonspiel Hosts - Congratulations (Mr. B. Taylor), n 685, app 685 309 Claremont, Robert - Canadian Cancer Society: Certificate of Merit - Congratulations (Mr. R. Hurlburt), n 743 310 Canadian Association of Insurance and Financial Advisers - Yarmouth Chapter: Cystic Fibrosis Award - Congratulations (Mr. H. Hurlburt), n 743 311 Health - Point Pleasant Lodge: Decisions - Minister Reverse (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 746 312 Sports - Hockey: Cape Breton Screaming Eagles - Victory Congratulations (Mr. Manning MacDonald), n 747, app 748 313 Great Village and District Fire Brigade - Anniversary (75th): Chief/Members - Congratulations (Mr. W. Langille), n 748, app 748 314 Bhandari, Judy: Retirement - Congratulations (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 749, app 749 315 Finance - Debt Reduction: Minister - Method (Mr. D. Downe), n 749, d 1247 316 MacNeil, Jack/Burrows, Sister Agnes: St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Award - Congratulations (Ms. M. McGrath), n 750, app 751 317 Meikle, Garon/Howe, Sandra: Inter-Collegiate Business Competition - Congratulations (Mr. H. Epstein), n 751, app 752 318 Transportation and Public Works - Englishtown Ferry: Refit Schedule - Public Hearing (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 752 319 Natural Resources - Land Designation: Highland Park - Residents Congratulations (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 752, app 753 320 Scottish Clans, Federation of: Efforts - Congratulations (Mr. D. Dexter), n 753, app 754 321 Kings South - Video Lottery Terminals (VLTs): Minister - Plebiscite Request (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 754 322 Sports - Volleyball: Midget Girls Championships - Participants Congratulations (Mr. D. Dexter), n 755, app 755 323 Agriculture and Fisheries - Minister (New): Premier - Appoint (Mr. M. Samson), n 755 324 Federal Youth Incentive Plan - Exchange Trip: 18 Dartmouth Lions Air Cadet Squad - Congratulations (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 756, app 757 325 Cape Breton North - Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Tory Ministers - Befriend (Mr. M. Samson), n 757 326 Sports - Hockey: East Hants - Participants Congratulations (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 757, app 758 327 Transportation and Public Works - Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NSPI): Magazine Hill - Safety Ensure (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 758 328 Transportation and Public Works - Timberlea-Prospect: Roads - Minister Upgrade (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 759 329 Finance - Debt Crisis: Minister - Admonish (Mr. D. Downe), n 759 Resolutions 214 HANSARD INDEX

330 Knol Farms/Knol, Henry: Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) Certification - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 820 331 Cancer Awareness Month: April - Recognize (Hon. J. Muir), n 821, app 822 332 Scottish Clans, Federation of: Tartan Day/Efforts - Recognize (Hon. Rodney MacDonald), n 822, app 823 333 National Records and Information Management Week (01-07/04/01) - Acknowledge: Professionals - Recognize (Hon. Rodney MacDonald), n 823, app 823 334 Education - Volunteers (Nova Scotia): Commitment - Recognize (Hon. J. Purves), n 824, app 824 335 Economic Development/Tourism - Prospect Road: Destinations - Feature (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 825, app 825 336 Tartan Day: Gaelic History - Celebrate (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 825, app 826 337 Sports - Hockey: Antigonish Junior A Bulldogs - Success Wish (Hon. A. MacIsaac), n 826, app 827 338 Sports - Basketball: Sackville Lazers - Gold Medal Congratulations (Mr. J. Holm), n 827, app 828 339 Education - Funding (Long-Term): Plan - Reveal (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 828 340 Annapolis Valley Farmers Co-op - On-Line Business: Establishment - Recognize (Mr. J. Carey), n 828, app 829 341 Education - Anti-Violence Conference: Joseph Howe School - Participants Congratulations (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 829, app 830 342 Sports - Hockey: SEDMHA Tournament - Participants Congratulations (Dr. J. Smith), n 830, app 831 343 Boyd, Ivan - Shoreline Journal: Volunteer of the Month - Congratulations (Mr. W. Langille), n 831, app 832 344 Finance - Revenue Estimate: Minister Table/Budget Measures - Withdraw (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 832 345 Environment and Labour - Meadowview Property Owners Association: Settlement - Details (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 832 346 Economic Development - National Shipbuilding and Industrial Marine Partnership Project: Government (Canada) - Adopt (Mr. H. Epstein), n 833, app 834 347 Sports - Glace Bay Sports and Community Volunteer Hall of Fame: Organizers/Recipients - Congratulations (Mr. D. Wilson), n 834 348 Sports - Minor Hockey Tournament (24th): Organizers/Volunteers - Congratulations (Mr. D. Dexter), n 834, app 835 349 Vial of Life Program - Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) (Ingonish Beach Detachment): Volunteers - Congratulations (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 835, app 836 350 Tudor, Jim - Halifax Regional Development Agency: Award - Congratulations (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 836, app 836 351 Health: Mouth Cancer Awareness Day (09/04/01) - Recognize (Hon. J. Muir), n 840, app 840 352 Sports - Curling: Colleen Jones Team - World Championship Congratulations (The Premier), n 840, app 841 Resolutions 215 HANSARD INDEX

353 Natural Resources - National Wildlife Week (08-14/04/01): Recognize - Conservation Encourage (Hon. E. Fage), n 841, app 842 354 Health: Frosst Health Care Foundation - Thank (Hon. J. Muir), n 842, app 843 355 Ile Haute - Wilderness Designation: Cumberland-Colchester Member of Parliament (MP)/Cumberland South Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Efforts Support (The Premier), n 843, app 844 356 Sports - Curling: Colleen Jones Team - Applaud (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 844, app 845 357 Sports - Curling: Colleen Jones Team - Victory Congratulations (Mr. B. Boudreau) (by Mr. W. Gaudet), n 845, app 846 358 Vimy Ridge - Anniversary (84th): Participants - Congratulations (Mr. G. Steele), n 846, app 847 359 Economic Development - Tesma: Expansion - Congratulations (Mr. Manning MacDonald), n 847, app 847 360 Education - Janitorial Strike: Government (Nova Scotia) - Settle (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 848, d 1052 361 Rodgers, Kent: Gene Kinch Memorial Award - Congratulations (Dr. J. Smith), n 848, app 849 362 Scott, Carolyn - Eastern Passage-Cow Bay Lions Club: Volunteer of the Year (2001) - Congratulations (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 849, app 850 363 Katikos, Rena - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: French Language Speaking Competition - Congratulations (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 850, app 850 364 Almond, Alice: Abbass Award (University College of Cape Breton [UCCB]) - Congratulations (Mr. F. Corbett), n 851, app 851 365 Education - Spending: Minister - Re-Examine (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 851 366 Chebucto Links - Vial of Life Program: Participants - Congratulations (Mr. H. Epstein), n 852, app 852 367 Canadian Peacekeeping Service Medals - Cape Breton Ceremony: Recipients - Congratulations (Mr. Manning MacDonald), n 853, app 853 368 Transportation and Public Works/Tourism and Culture - Swissair Memorial: Parking - Review (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 853 369 Vimy Ridge - Anniversary (84th): Sacrifice - Reflection (Mr. D. Wilson), n 854, app 855 370 Community Services - Seniors Residence (Arnold Drive, Spryfield): Elevator - Fund (Mr. Robert Chisholm), n 855 371 Cellucci, Hon. Paul - Ambassador (Canada): Appointment - Congratulations (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 856, app 856 372 Health - Hepatitis C: Victims - Compensation Package (Mr. D. Dexter), n 856 373 Education - Janitorial Strike: Student Safety - Ensure (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 857, d 1229 374 Gillespie, Brian and Thelma: Anniversary (50th) - Congratulations (Mr. J. Holm), n 858, app 858 375 Van Slyke, Kelly - Figure Skating: Achievements - Congratulations (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 858, app 859 Resolutions 216 HANSARD INDEX

376 Education - Student Council Presidents: Provincial Council Association - Formation (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 859, app 860 377 Eastern Passage Education Centre (EPEC) - Call to Remembrance (2001) Competition: Gold Medal - Congratulations (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 860, app 861 378 Deveaux, Jean Marie - Royal Canadian Legion: Zone Commander - Appointment Congratulations (Mr. F. Corbett), n 861, app 861 379 Tourism and Culture - Hotel/Innkeeping: Operators - Assist (Mr. H. Epstein), n 861 380 Transportation and Public Works - Route 376/Priority List: Pictou West Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Notify (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 862 381 Economic Development: District 18 Business and Development Association - Commend (Mr. Robert Chisholm), n 863, app 863 382 Maple Leaf Foundation - Auburn Drive High School/Boston Latin School Exchange: Participants - Congratulations (Mr. D. Dexter), n 863, app 864 383 Education - Beechville-Lakeside-Timberlea School: Arts Education Projects - Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 888, app 889 384 Petroleum Directorate/Transportation and Public Works - Natural Gas District: Ministers - Co-operate (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 889 385 Rochefort, Nathalie - Montreal Mercier: By-Election -Victory Congratulations (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 890, app 890 386 Economic Development - Tesma: Expansion - Congratulations (Mr. C. Clarke), n 891, app 891 387 Wamback, Trevor - Montreal Expos Origin: Status - Congratulations (Mr. J. Holm), n 891, app 892 388 Acadian Federation of Nova Scotia - Equipe Acadie: Participants - Congratulations (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 892, app 893 389 Jazz Bliss 2001: Performers/Organizers - Congratulations (Mr. D. Downe), n 893, app 893 390 Register.com - Customer Care Centre (Yarmouth): Opening - Congratulations (Mr. R. Hurlburt), n 894, app 894 391 Transportation and Public Works - Roads: Subdivision - Petition Process (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 895 392 Victoria County Community Access Project: Conference - Congratulations (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 896, app 896 393 Agriculture and Fisheries - Outstanding Young Farmers Program: Charlton, Debbie and Kevin - Honour Congratulations (Mr. F. Chipman), n 896, app 897 394 Environment and Labour - McIntosh Run Watershed Association: Members - Commitment Recognize (Mr. Robert Chisholm), n 897, app 898 395 Debert Arena - Expansion: Community Fundraising - Congratulations (Mr. W. Langille), n 898, app 898 396 Economic Development - Tesma: Expansion - Workers Congratulations (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 899, app 899 397 Health - Alzheimer’s Disease: Medication - Provincial Health Plan Cover (Mr. J. Pye), n 899 Resolutions 217 HANSARD INDEX

398 Nordby, Erika - Recovery: Best Wishes - Convey (Mr. B. Taylor), n 900, app 901 399 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 327: Repaving - Minister Commit (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 901 400 Sports - Hockey: Cole Harbour Red Wings - Atlantic Bantam Championships Participants Congratulations (Mr. D. Dexter), n 901, app 902 401 Sports - Hockey: Windsor Royals - Don Johnson Cup Congratulations (Hon. R. Russell), n 902, app 903 402 Finance - Bracket Creep: Minister - End (Mr. D. Downe), n 903 403 Nevin, Rosie - Shubenacadie District School/Community/Businesses: Assistance - Recognize (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 904, app 905 404 Transportation and Public Works - New Democratic Party (NDP) Transportation Critic: Roads - Timberlea-Prospect Focus (Mrs. M. Baillie), n 905 405 Sports - Hockey: Clare Acadiens - Championship Congratulations (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 905, app 906 406 Beazley, Ken: Community Involvement - Congratulations (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 906, app 907 407 Industrial Cape Breton Board of Trade - Excellence in Business Awards (2000): Nominees - Congratulations (Mr. D. Wilson), n 907, app 908 408 Education - Child Care: Educators - Salary Increase (Mr. J. Pye), n 908 409 Hartery, Jack - StoraEnso (Former President/General Manager): Retirement - Best Wishes Convey (Mr. M. Samson), n 908, app 909 410 Wal-Mart (Port Hawkesbury) - Cookbooks: Sale - Management/Staff Congratulations (Mr. M. Samson), n 909, app 910 411 All Saints Hospital (Springhill) - Grief Counselling Program: Organizers - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 967 412 Blakeley, Dr. Phyllis R. Award (2001): Recipients - Congratulations (Hon. Rodney MacDonald), n 978, app 979 413 Education - Saint Mary’s University (SMU): Gambia - Programming Recognize (Hon. J. Purves), n 979, app 979 414 Nelson, Hiram and Kathleen - Wildlife Habitat: Land (Cole Harbour) - Donation Thank (Hon. E. Fage), n 980, app 980 415 Health - Addiction/Mental Illness: Nova Scotia Business Community - Recognition Commend (Hon. J. Muir), n 980, app 981 416 Aboriginal Affairs - Aboriginal Art Exhibit: Participants - Congratulations (Hon. M. Baker), n 981, app 982 417 Tourism and Culture - Arts Infusion Project: Extension - Congratulations (Hon. Rodney MacDonald), n 982, app 982 418 Education - Pavonis/Centre for Entrepreneurship, Education and Development (CEED): Relationship - Recognize (Hon. J. Purves), n 983, app 983 419 Justice - Prostitution Education Program: Organizers - Congratulations (Hon. M. Baker), n 983, app 984 420 Environment and Labour - Fire Safety: Select Committee - Establishment (Hon. D. Morse), n 984, d 1097 Resolutions 218 HANSARD INDEX

421 Sydney Credit Union: Coady Award - Congratulations (Mr. F. Corbett), n 987, app 988 422 Miles, Johnny - Boston Marathon Victory: Anniversary (75th) - Impact Recognize (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 988, app 989 423 Stanfield, Robert Lorne - Birthday (87th): Best Wishes - Extend (Mr. B. Taylor), n 989, app 989 424 Birks, Jake/Kelloway, Bruce: Canadian Peacekeeping Services Medal and Nobel Peace Prize Certificate - Congratulations (Mr. D. Dexter), n 990, app 990 425 Health - Hepatitis C: System - Accountability Organize (Dr. J. Smith), n 991 426 d’Eon’s Bakery: Owners - Congratulations (Hon. N. LeBlanc), n 992, app 993 427 Atlantic Motorsport Park: Owners/Volunteers - Congratulations (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 993, app 993 428 Education - Collège de l’Acadie: Budget - Explain (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 994 429 Die Big Band der Bundeswehr: Concert/Charity - Thank (Hon. J. Muir), n 994, app 995 430 Education - Pavonis/Centre for Entrepreneurship, Education and Development (CEED): National Partners in Education Award - Congratulations (Mr. H. Epstein), n 995, app 996 431 Colchester-Musquodoboit Valley Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA)/Health Minister - Politics (Provincial): Role - Re-examine (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 996 432 Clayton, Custio/Gray, Terry - Boxing: Medals - Congratulations (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 997, app 997 433 McCulloch, Thomas - Memory Preservation: Volunteers - Congratulations (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 997, app 998 434 Education - Capital Grants: Funding - Provide (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 998 435 Campbell, Jonathan - Atlantic Writing Competition: Recognition - Congratulations (Mr. J. Carey), n 999, app 1000 436 Murray, Bonnie and John - Parsonage Tea House: Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) Volunteer Office - Initiative Congratulations (Mrs. M. Baillie), n 1000, app 1000 437 YM-YWCA - Y’s Menettes (Pictou County): Donation - Thank (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 1001, app 1001 438 Nova Scotia Skills First - Young Women’s Conference: Organizers/Participants - Congratulations (Mr. K. Morash), n 1001, app 1002 439 Health - Heart and Stroke Fund (Nova Scotia): Evelyn Richardson Memorial Elementary School (Shelburne County) - Fundraising Congratulations (Mr. C. O’Donnell), n 1002, app 1003 440 Harwood-Jones, Dawn - Chester Playhouse: Volunteer Efforts - Congratulations (Mr. J. Chataway), n 1003, app 1004 441 Fisher, Mary - Mulgrave Road Theatre: Role - Recognize (Mr. Ronald Chisholm), n 1004, app 1004 442 Robichaud, Danielle - Veterans: Memorial Mural - Commend (Mr. R. Hurlburt), n 1005, app 1005 443 Veinotte, Dr. Dennis - Career: Congratulations/Retirement - Best Wishes Convey (Mr. M. Parent), n 1005, app 1006 Resolutions 219 HANSARD INDEX

444 Young, Paul: Achievements - Congratulations (Mr. T. Olive), n 1006, app 1007 445 LeGard, Derek: Tourism Industry Association of Nova Scotia (TIANS) Pineapple Award - Congratulations (Mr. F. Chipman), n 1007, app 1008 446 Agriculture and Fisheries - Maple Producers: Colchester and Cumberland Counties - Commend/Visit (Mr. W. Langille), n 1008, app 1008 447 Lada, Raj: Collaborative Research and Development Grant - Congratulations (The Speaker) (by Mr. B. Taylor), n 1009, app 1009 448 Apple Island Marine Boat Building and Repair: Boat Launch - Congratulations (Mr. C. O’Donnell), n 1009, app 1010 449 Tourism and Culture - Ambassadors Recognition Dinner: Nominees - Congratulations (Mr. B. Barnet), n 1010, app 1011 450 Emergency Measures Organization (EMO) - Queens Region: Work - Recognize (Mr. K. Morash), n 1011, app 1012 451 Rockingham/Birch Cove Girl Guides - Tea and Sale: Fundraising - Congratulations (Ms. M. McGrath), n 1012, app 1012 452 Mackey, Wendy: PanCanadian Students’ Choice Award (2001) - Congratulations (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 1013, app 1013 453 Jacquard, Donnie: Ducks Unlimited Pewter Teal Award - Congratulations (Hon. N. LeBlanc), n 1013, app 1014 454 Sutherland-Harris Memorial Hospital - Veterans Comfort Committee: Royal Canadian Legion (Pictou Branches) - Appreciation Acknowledge (Mrs. M. Baillie), n 1014, app 1015 455 Pleasant-Joseph, Deborah - Education: Achievement - Congratulations (Mr. M. Parent), n 1015, app 1016 456 Calvin’s TV/Armstrong, Calvin and Judy: Community Spirit - Recognize (Mr. J. Chataway), n 1016, app 1016 457 Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) - Hospitality Service Program (Lunenburg Campus): Gala Dinner - Students Congratulations (Hon. M. Baker), n 1017, app 1017 458 Langford, Sam - Memory Preservation: Weymouth Falls - Citizens Congratulations (Hon. G. Balser), n 1017, app 1018 459 MacNeil, John (Jack): Ann Seton Award - Congratulations (Hon. A. MacIsaac), n 1018, app 1019 460 Surette, Winifred/Crowell, Kathleen: Lief Ericson IODE Award - Congratulations (Mr. R. Hurlburt), n 1019, app 1020 461 Mahone Bay - Harrowsmith Magazine: Prettiest Towns (Canada) - Rating Congratulations (Hon. M. Baker), n 1020, app 1020 462 We Care Society - Telethon: Participants - Congratulations (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 1020, app 1021 463 Bosom Buddies - Flea Market: Breast Cancer Foundation - Donation Congratulations (Ms. M. McGrath), n 1021, app 1022 464 Sports - Hockey: Dartmouth Subway - Atlantic Champions Congratulations (Mr. T. Olive), n 1022, app 1023 Resolutions 220 HANSARD INDEX

465 Economic Development - Western Valley Development Authority: Smart Community Program - Efforts Congratulations (Mr. F. Chipman), n 1023, app 1024 466 Economic Development - Halifax Downtown Business Commission: Leadership - Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 1024, app 1024 467 Tourism and Culture - Inverness County Tourism and Recreation/Inverness Communications Ltd.: Potential - Promotion (Hon. Rodney MacDonald), n 1024, app 1025 468 Burgess, Ted/Clarke, Reginald - East Hants Tourist Association: Lifetime Membership - Congratulations (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 1073, app 1073 469 Johnston, Don - Death of: Family - Condolences Convey (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 1074, app 1074 470 Green, Marie: Tom Miller Human Rights Award - Congratulations (Mr. F. Corbett), n 1074, app 1075 471 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 103 (Exit 3-Exit 5): Twinning - Time Frame (Mr. W. Estabrooks), 1075 472 MacDonald, Vanessa/Tobey, Neil/Robertson, Warren - Canadian Judo Championship: Best Wishes - Extend (Mr. D. Dexter), n 1076, app 1076 473 Recovery House Addiction Centre (Antigonish) - Funding: Premier - Provide (Mr. J. Pye), n 1077 474 Transportation and Public Works - Haliburton Heights: Roads Priority - Minister Explain (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 1077 475 Cole Harbour-Woodside United Church Youth Group - Scotland Trip: Fundraising - Volunteers Congratulations (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 1078, app 1078 476 Brymer, Alex: Chief Scout Award - Congratulations (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 1079, app 1079 477 VIA Rail - Derailment (Stewiacke): Residents - Response Commend (The Premier), n 1104, app 1105 478 VIA Rail - Derailment (Stewiacke): Victims’ Recovery - Best Wishes Convey (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 1105, app 1106 479 Volunteers - Nova Scotia: Efforts - Thank (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 1106, app 1107 480 VIA Rail - Derailment (Stewiacke): Community - Efforts Praise (Mr. B. Taylor), n 1107, app 1108 481 Hamilton, Sylvia - Nancy’s Chair in Women’s Studies (Mount Saint Vincent University [MSVU]): Appointment - Congratulations (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 1108, app 1108 482 Bridgewater Elementary School - Pratt and Whitney Film Festival: Prize (1st) - Congratulations (Mr. D. Downe), n 1109, app 1109 483 Roache, Jonathan - Death of: Family - Sympathy Convey (Mr. C. O’Donnell), n 1109, app 1100 484 Americas, Summit of - Protestors: Safety - Ensure (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 1110 485 Prince Andrew High School - Fame: Production - Participants Congratulations (Dr. J. Smith), n 1111, app 1111 486 Furneaux, Karen - Paddling: Gold Medals - Congratulations (Hon. P. Christie), n 1112, ap 1112 Resolutions 221 HANSARD INDEX

487 Hatcher, Shawn - Death of: Family - Sorrow Express (Mr. F. Corbett), n 1112 488 Transportation and Public Works - Five Island Lake Cleanup: Information (Misleading) - Minister Apologize (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 1113 489 Middleton Community Access Project - Opening: Participants - Congratulations (Mr. F. Chipman), n 1113, app 1114 490 Transportation and Public Works - Five Island Lake: Community Liaison Committee - Efforts Congratulations (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 1114 491 LeFort, Charlie/MacDonald, Karen - Boston Marathon: Participation - Congratulations (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 1115, app 1116 492 Health - Curl for Cancer: Pictou County - Participants Congratulations (The Premier), n 1116, app 1116 493 Miles, Johnny - Boston Marathon Victory: Anniversary (75th) - Congratulations (Mr. D. Dexter), n 1117, app 1117 494 Ludlow Family - Home Rebuilding: Participants/Volunteers - Congratulations (Mr. D. Wilson), n 1117, app 1118 495 Elder Transcript Web Site - Digby: Participants - Congratulations (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 1118, app 1119 496 Swain, John: Compact Disk (CD) Release - Congratulations (Mr. D. Downe), n 1119, app 1119 497 Natural Resources - Forestry: Harvest - Sustainability Ensure (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 1120 498 Mira Two Rivers Wildlife Park - Community Members: Fundraising - Congratulations (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 1120, app 1121 499 Health - Autism: Treatment - Funding Distribute (Mr. D. Dexter), n 1121 500 Education - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Funding - Provide (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 1122 501 Slow Learner - Terminology: Unparliamentary - Consider (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 1122 502 Environment and Labour - Schools: Public Health - Inspect (Mr. M. Samson) (by Mr. W. Gaudet), n 1123 503 Green, Marie: Tom Miller Award - Congratulations (Mr. P. MacEwan) (by Mr. B. Boudreau), n 1124, app 1124 504 Environment and Labour: Car Free Day - Celebrate (Hon. D. Morse), n 1184, app 1185 505 Agriculture and Fisheries: National Soil Conservation Week (15-22/04/01) - Applaud (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 1185, app 1186 506 McNabs and Lawlor Islands - Oral History Project: Participants - Congratulations (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 1186, app 1187 507 Sports - Hockey: Antigonish Bulldogs - Congratulations (Hon. A. MacIsaac), n 1187, app 1188 508 Mouzar, Mary - Queens County Times: Internet - Creation Commend (Mr. D. Dexter), n 1188, app 1188 509 Finance - Debt (Nova Scotia): Mismanagement - Premier/Cabinet (Mr. D. Downe), n 1188 510 Campaign for Fairness - Municipality of the County of Inverness/Warden/Council: Support - Recognize/Thank (Hon. Rodney MacDonald), n 1189, app 1190 Resolutions 222 HANSARD INDEX

511 Milley, Ellen - Forum for Young Canadians: Selection - Congratulations (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 1190, app 1191 512 Sports - Baddeck Academy Broncos: Provincial Hockey Tournament - Victory Congratulations (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 1191, app 1191 513 Campaign for Fairness - Municipality of the County of Annapolis/Warden/Council: Support - Recognize/Thank (Mr. F. Chipman), n 1192, app 1192 514 Transportation and Public Works - Haliburton Hills: Paving - Minister Inform (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 1193 515 Campaign for Fairness - Antigonish Town/Mayor/Council: Support - Recognize/Thank (Hon. A. MacIsaac), n 1193, app 1194 516 Campaign for Fairness - Canso Town/Mayor/Council: Support - Recognize/Thank (Mr. Ronald Chisholm), n 1194, app 1194 517 Sweeney, Edna - Clare/Yarmouth Community: Contribution - Recognize (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 1195, app 1195 518 Campaign for Fairness - Acadia University (Executive Committee Board of Governors): Support - Recognize/Thank (Hon. D. Morse), n 1195, app 1196 519 Campaign for Fairness - South Queens Chamber of Commerce: Support - Recognize/Thank (Mr. K. Morash), n 1196, app 1197 520 Acadians - Economy/Culture: Contribution - Recognize (Mr. M. Samson), n 1197 521 Campaign for Fairness - New Glasgow Town/Mayor/Council: Support - Recognize/Thank (The Premier), n 1198, app 1198 522 Fishermens Memorial Hospital - Auxiliary: Anniversary (25th) - Congratulations (Mr. D. Downe), n 1198, app 1199 523 Campaign for Fairness - Offshore/Onshore Technologies Association of Nova Scotia (OTANS): Support - Recognize/Thank (Mr. G. Balser), n 1199, app 1200 524 Campaign for Fairness - Liberal Party (Nova Scotia): Support - Demonstrate (Mr. T. Olive), n 1200 525 Campaign for Fairness - Shelburne County Women’s Forum: Support - Recognize/Thank (Mr. C. O’Donnell) (by Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 1201 526 Puff the Magic Dragon - Drawing: Cape Breton West Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Present (Hon. J. Purves), n 1201, app 1202 527 Campaign for Fairness - Bridgewater Town/Mayor/Council: Support - Recognize/Thank (Hon. M. Baker), n 1202, app 1202 528 Saint Mary’s University (SMU) - Donahoe, Terry: Honorary Degree Conferral - Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 1274, app 1274 529 Morgan, Gordon - Provincial Volunteer Awards: Recognition - Congratulations (Mr. J. Holm), n 1275, app 1276 530 Bras d’Or Stewardship Society - Preservation: Efforts - Congratulations (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 1276, app 1276 531 Cole Harbour-Eastern Passage - Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Comments - Apologize (Mr. B. Barnet), n 1276 532 Deveaux, Marshall - Cape Breton Sport Hall of Fame: Induction - Congratulations (Mr. F. Corbett), n 1277, app 1278 Resolutions 223 HANSARD INDEX

533 Transportation and Public Works - Bayers Lake Business Park: Traffic - Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) Action Co-operate (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 1278 534 Sports - Basketball (Girls): Truro Tigers/Bible Hill Knights - Commitment Recognize (Hon. J. Muir), n 1279, app 1279 535 MacKay-Lyons, Brian - American Institute of Architects: College of Fellows - Inclusion Congratulations (Mr. H. Epstein), n 1279, app 1280 536 Miles, Johnny - Boston Marathon Victory: Anniversary (75th) - Congratulations (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 1280, app 1281 537 Fraser, Scott - Stock Car Racing: Best Wishes - Convey (Mr. B. Taylor), n 1281, app 1282 538 Natural Resources - Land Control: Legislation - Introduce (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 1282 539 Kingsport Wharf - Reclamation Project: Participants - Congratulations (Mr. M. Parent), n 1282, app 1283 540 Community Links - Rural Volunteers Project: Participants - Congratulations (Mr. D. Dexter), n 1284, app 1284 541 Lunenburg West Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Former Finance Minister: Track Record - Remember (Mr. F. Chipman), n 1284 542 Desjardins, Michelle/George, Shawn - University College of Cape Breton (UCCB): Athletes of the Year - Congratulations (Mr. F. Corbett), n 1285, app 1285 543 Fougere, Rose Marie - Richmond County: Volunteer of the Year - Congratulations (Mr. M. Samson), n 1285, app 1286 544 Cameron, June - Government (Nova Scotia): Volunteer of the Year (2001) - Congratulations (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 1286, app 1287 545 Transportation and Public Works - Hatchet Lake: Paving - Residents Inform (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 1287 546 Keddy, Charles, Doris, Treasure, Phillip and Amber: Farm Family of the Year - Congratulations (Mr. M. Parent), n 1287, app 1288 547 Campbell, Gordon/British Columbia Liberal Party - Election: Best Wishes - Convey (Mr. P. MacEwan) (by Mr. M. Samson), n 1288 548 Health - Cape Breton Regional Municipality (CBRM): Smoke-Free Status - Applaud (Mr. T. Olive), n 1289, app 1290 549 Volunteers: Congratulations/Appreciation - Extend (Dr. J. Smith), n 1290, app 1290 550 Canada-Nova Scotia Offshore Accord (1986) - Nova Scotia Liberals/Martin, Honourable Paul: Contact - Lack Explain (Mr. C. Clarke), n 1290 551 Yarmouth County Museum - Staff/Volunteers: Efforts - Congratulations (Mr. R. Hurlburt), n 1351 552 Fossils of Fundy - Web Site: Participants - Applaud (The Speaker), n 1351 553 Brown, Art - Shipping News: Acting Debut - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 1352 554 Holocaust Memorial Day: Significance - Recognize (The Premier), n 1312, app 1313 555 Health: National Organ and Tissue Donor Awareness Week (22-28/04/01) - Recognize (Hon. J. Muir), n 1354, app 1354 556 Earth Day (22/04/01) - Events: Participation - Encourage (Hon. E. Fage), n 1354 557 Women’s Institutes: Contribution - Recognize (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 1355, app 1356 Resolutions 224 HANSARD INDEX

558 Baie en Joie - Dance Festival: Trophies - Congratulations (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 1356, app 1357 559 Brannon, Taylor - National Chess Championship: Best Wishes - Convey (Hon. G. Balser), n 1357, app 1358 560 North End Community Teen Health Centre - Opening: Participants - Congratulations (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 1358, app 1358 561 Liberal Party (Nova Scotia) - Annual Meeting: Success - Wish (Mr. Manning MacDonald), n 1359 562 Liberal Party (Nova Scotia) - Annual Meeting: Finance Minister (Canada) - Offshore Policy Explain (Mr. B. Taylor), n 1359 563 Reach Nova Scotia: Law Day Award - Congratulations (Mr. J. Pye), n 1360, app 1361 564 Finance Minister (Canada) - Message: Premier/Finance Minister (Nova Scotia) - Heed (Mr. D. Downe), n 1361 565 Williams, Danny - Newfoundland Progressive Conservative (PC) Party: Leader - Acclamation Congratulations (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 1361 566 Jacobs, Lisa - New Democratic Party (NDP) Caucus Office: Contributions - Congratulations (Mr. D. Dexter), n 1362, app 1363 567 Education - Janitorial Strike: Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) (Progressive Conservatives [PCs]) Representation - Motivation Acknowledge (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 1363 568 Halifax Regional School Board - Cape Breton West Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Apologies/Resignation - Offer (Ms. M. McGrath), n 1364 569 Parent Abuse - Spry, Captain William Community Centre: Research Project - Participants Congratulations (Mr. Robert Chisholm), n 1364, app 1365 570 Glace Bay Shoe Store - Establishment: Owner/Managers - Congratulations (Mr. D. Wilson), n 1365, app 1366 571 Parks, Natalie: Youth Volunteer Award/Duke of Edinburgh Award - Congratulations (Ms. M. McGrath), n 1377 572 Agriculture and Fisheries - Outlook 2001: Participants - Congratulations (Hon. E. Fage), n 1377 573 Cumberland County - Pins (10 Year): Recipients - Congratulations (Hon. E. Fage), n 1378 574 Dress for Success - Initiative: Participants - Congratulations (Hon. P. Christie), n 1379, app 1380 575 Redgrave, Vanessa - St. Francis Xavier (F.X.) University: Honorary Degree - Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 1380, app 1381 576 Agriculture and Fisheries - Canadian Partnership for Consumer Food Safety Education: Fight Bac! Program - Congratulations (Hon. E. Fage) (by Hon. J. Muir), n 1381, app 1382 577 Donaldson, Bernice - Enfield Food Bank: Dedication - Congratulations (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 1382 app 1382 578 Health - Addiction Services: Women - Responsibility Acknowledge (Dr. J. Smith), n 1383 Resolutions 225 HANSARD INDEX

579 Currie, Martin - Bishop: Ordination - Congratulations (Mr. W. Dooks), n 1383, app 1384 580 Costard, Chrissy/Lehki, Vikram: Toronto Dominion (TD) Canada Trust Scholarship - Congratulations (Mr. J. Holm), n 1384, app 1385 581 Liberal Party (Nova Scotia) - Annual Meeting: Volunteers - Congratulations (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 1385, app 1385 582 Rath, Duane - Truro and District Chamber of Commerce: President - Election Congratulations (Hon. J. Muir), n 1385, app 1386 583 Education - System: Participants - Congratulations (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 1387 584 Economic Development - Wagmatcook Culture and Heritage Centre: Development - Congratulations (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 1387, app 1388 585 MacLeod, Alex J. - Sawmilling: Board Feet (1 million) - Milestone Congratulations (Mrs. M. Baillie), n 1388, app 1389 586 Earth Week (22-29/04/01) - Celebrate: Participants - Commend (Mr. G. Steele), n 1389, app 1390 587 Finance - Casino (Sydney): Funding - Restore (Mr. D. Wilson), n 1390 588 Missionary Ventures - Bagnell, Dr. Peter and William/Morgan, Dr. Paul and Noel: Port Williams School - Generosity Congratulations (Mr. M. Parent), n 1390, app 1391 589 Rogers, Douglas/Surette, Winnifred: Caring Canadian Award - Congratulations (Mr. H. Epstein), n 1391, app 1392 590 Education - Janitorial Strike: Resolution - Action (Mr. M. Samson), n 1392 591 Coffin, Kathy - Maritime Centre of Excellence: Award - Congratulations (Hon. P. Christie), n 1393, app 1393 592 Land Ownership (Non-Resident) - Voluntary Planning: Task Force - Expansion Congratulations (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 1393, app 1394 593 Budget (1999-2000) - Finance/Transportation and Public Works Ministers: Allocation Surplus - Employ (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 1394 594 Canadian Merchant Navy/Norway - World War II: Contributions - Thank (Mr. Robert Chisholm), n 1395, app 1396 595 Saulnier, Darlene - Clare: Volunteer of the Year - Congratulations (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 1396, app 1397 596 McKenzie, Nicole - Hockey: Awards - Congratulations (Mr. D. Dexter), n 1397, app 1397 597 Timberlea-Prospect Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Yarmouth Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Apologies - Offer (Mr. W. Langille), n 1397 598 MacNeil, John: Seton Award - Congratulations (Mr. J. Pye), n 1398, app 1399 599 Almon, Sarah/Murphy, Erin: Chief Scout Award - Congratulations (Dr. J. Smith), n 1399, app 1400 600 Natural Resources - Christmas Tree Industry/Congratulations: Canadian Food Inspection Agency - Facts Examine (Mr. B. Taylor), n 1400, app 1400 601 Fraser, Scott: Stock Car Racing - Support (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 1401, app 1401 602 Justice - Smoking Ban: Guards - Equipment Provision Congratulations (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 1401 Resolutions 226 HANSARD INDEX

603 Americas, Summit of - Government (Canada): Nova Scotians - Voices Heed (Mr. G. Steele), n 1402 604 Education - Rockingstone Heights School: Healthy Kidz Program - Participants Congratulations (Mr. Robert Chisholm), n 1403, app 1403 605 Sports - 2001 World Under 17 Hockey Challenge: Truro/New Glasgow - Organizing Committee Congratulations (Mr. D. Dexter), n 1404, app 1404 606 Anthony, Sylvia: Provincial Volunteer Award - Congratulations (Mr. J. Pye), n 1404, app 1405 607 Dooks, Elaine/Dahr, Ralph - Halifax Regional School Board: Retirement - Congratulations (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 1405, app 1406 608 Transportation and Public Works - Swissair Memorial: Parking Safety - Participants Congratulations (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 1406, app 1407 609 Onichino, Luciano: Community Building Project (Parrsboro) - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 1512 610 Ro-Win-Lea 4-H Club: Anniversary (50th) - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 1512 611 Cumberland Municipality - Volunteers of the Year: Recipients - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 1513 612 Brown, Leona - Springhill: Provincial Representative Volunteer - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 1513 613 McPhee, Mary - Parrsboro: Youth Volunteer of the Year - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 1514 614 Education - Education Week Awards: Recipients - Acknowledge (Hon. J. Purves) (by Hon. A. MacIsaac), n 1516, app 1516 615 Environment and Labour - St. Mary’s Education Centre: Water Supply - Safety Ensure (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 1517 616 Clare Acadiens - Peewee A Team: SEDMHA Tournament - Victory Congratulations (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 1517, app 1518 617 Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) - Middleton: Detachment - Opening Congratulations (Mr. F. Chipman), n 1518, app 1518 618 MacDonald, Rose - Bridgeport (Cape Breton) Elementary School: Library Dedication - Congratulations (Mr. F. Corbett), n 1519, app 1519 619 Environment and Labour - Bras d’Or Lakes: Water Quality - Problems Target (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 1519, app 1520 620 Ueffing, Joe and Susan: Paul Harris Fellow (Rotary) - Congratulations (Mr. M. Parent), n 1520, app 1521 621 Transportation and Public Works - Brookside: Paving Schedule - Residents Inform (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 1521 622 Cotton, Amy/MacIntosh, Scott - Cape Breton Sport Hall of Fame: Athletes of the Year - Induction Congratulations (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 1522, app 1522 623 Ludlow Family - Home Rebuilding: Community - Effort Congratulations (The Premier), n 1522, app 1523 624 New Glasgow School Band/Choir - Maritime Musicfest: Participation - Congratulations (Mr. Robert Chisholm), n 1523, app 1524 Resolutions 227 HANSARD INDEX

625 MacMillan, W. Blair Memorial Trust - Annual Public Award: Establishment - Congratulations (Mr. M. Samson), n 1524, app 1525 626 Education - Nova Scotia Learning Interchange: Establishment - Participants Congratulations (Ms. M. McGrath), n 1525, app 1526 627 DeYoung, Cecil and Rudy: Anniversary (50th) - Congratulations (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 1526, app 1526 628 Environment and Labour - Joint Occupational Health and Safety (JOSH) Committee Reports (Janitorial Strike): Dereliction of Duty - Minister Apologize/Resign (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 1526 629 Brain Injury Association (Nova Scotia) - Members: Efforts - Commend (Mr. J. Chataway), n 1527, app 1528 630 Sports - Halifax-St. Margaret’s Ringette: Teams - Participants Congratulations (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 1528, app 1528 631 Club Acadiens - Atom A Team: SEDMHA Tournament - Victory Congratulations (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 1528, app 1529 632 Southwest Shore Development Authority: Contributions - Commend (Mr. C. O’Donnell), n 1529, app 1530 633 Ombudsman - Independent: Premier - Appoint (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 1530 634 Cape Breton Sport Hall of Fame: Inductees - Congratulations (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 1531, app 1531 635 Power, Adrienne - Track and Field: Canadian Inter-University Athletic Union (CIAU ) Medal (Bronze) - Congratulations (Mr. W. Dooks), n 1531, app 1532 636 Economic Development - L’Ardoise Economic Association for Development (LEAD): Efforts - Congratulations (Mr. M. Samson), n 1532, app 1533 637 Anderson, Christopher/Cumminger, Jonathan - Costa Rica: Environmental Leadership Program - Best Wishes Extend (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 1533, app 1533 638 Canada/Norway - Military: World War II - Participants Remember (Mr. W. Langille), n 1534, app 1534 639 LeCain, Josh - South Shore District Science Fair: Achievements - Congratulations (Hon. M. Baker), n 1534, app 1535 640 Chandler, E.B. Junior High School (Amherst) - Science Fair (2001): Winners/Finalists - Recognize (Hon. E. Fage), n 1535 641 Health - Helicopter Landing Pad (Parrsboro): Town Council - Commend (The Speaker), n 1651 642 Springhill High School: Class of 2001 - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 1651 643 Advocate District High School: Class of 2001 - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 1652 644 Parrsboro Regional High School: Class of 2001 - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 1652 645 River Hebert District High School: Class of 2001 - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 1653 646 Oxford Regional High School: Class of 2001 - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 1653 647 Sports - Curling: Colleen Jones Team - World Championships Congratulations (The Premier), n 1656, app 1656 Resolutions 228 HANSARD INDEX

648 Education - Techsploration Program: Participants - Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 1657, app 1657 649 Tourism and Culture - South Shore Tourism Association: Anniversary (40th) - Congratulations (Hon. Rodney MacDonald), n 1657, app 1658 650 Census Week (13-19/05/01) - Observe (The Premier), n 1658, app 1659 651 Spares, Ken - Fitness: Efforts - Example Congratulations (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 1660, app 1660 652 Sports - Curling: Colleen Jones Team - Return Welcome (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 1660, app 1661 653 Galarneau, Johanne - Student Leadership/Advocacy: Dedication - Congratulations (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 1661, app 1662 654 Institute for Early Childhood Education: Anniversary (25th) - Congratulations (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 1662, app 1663 655 MacDonald, Helen - Nova Scotia: Dedication - Recognize (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 1663, app 1663 656 Natural Resources: Nova Forest Alliance - Support (Mr. B. Taylor) (by Mr. W. Langille), n 1663, app 1664 657 Environment and Labour - Sydney Tar Ponds: Pollutants (Whitney Pier) - Plan Disclose (Mr. G. Steele), n 1664 658 RandP Golf Venture Inc. - CD-ROM: Launch - Congratulations (Mr. D. Downe), n 1665, app 1666 659 House of Assembly - Poetry: Usage - Encourage (Mr. M. Parent), n 1666 660 MacDonald, Anne: Francis (Bud) MacKay Award - Congratulations (Mr. J. Pye), n 1667, app 1667 661 Health - Care Workers: Minister - Apologize (Dr. J. Smith), n 1667, d 2381 662 Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): MacKinnon - Behaviour (Ms. M. McGrath), n 1668 663 Hadfield, Chris - Mission: Accomplishment - Congratulations (Mr. H. Epstein), n 1669, app 1670 664 Injured Workers - Remember: Workplace Safety - Ensure (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 1670, app 1670 665 Agriculture and Fisheries - West Nova Agro Commodities: Annapolis Valley - Efforts Commend (Mr. F. Chipman), n 1670, app 1671 666 Pridham, Colleen: Director of Tri-County Learning and Literacy Society - Recognize (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 1671, app 1672 667 Wentzell, Cathy - Heritage Day Fair (Liverpool): Efforts - Congratulations (Mr. K. Morash), n 1672, app 1673 668 Administrative Professionals Day (25/04/01) - Administrative Professionals: Appreciation - Extend (Mr. D. Wilson), n 1673, app 1673 669 Campaign for Fairness - Municipality of Digby/Warden/Councillors: Support - Recognize/Thank (Hon. G. Balser), n 1674, app 1674 670 Sports - Curling: Bible Hill Junior High School Team - Congratulations (Hon. J. Muir), n 1674, app 1675 Resolutions 229 HANSARD INDEX

671 Robinson, Marilyn - Workplace Education Program: Efforts - Appreciation Extend (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 1675, app 1676 672 Landry, Kevin - Workplace Education Program: Commitment - Commend (Hon. A. MacIsaac), n 1676, app 1676 673 Lions Club - Community: Work - Commend (Mr. R. Hurlburt), n 1766 674 Parks, Natalie: Youth Volunteer of the Year Award - Congratulations (Hon. Rodney MacDonald), n 1766 675 Carter, Philip - Adventure in Citizenship Program: Springhill Rotary Club - Representation Congratulations (The Speaker), n 1767 676 Lighthouse Day (2001): Participants - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 1767 677 Burton, Nancy - Parrsboro: Provincial Representative Volunteer - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 1768 678 McPhee, Mary - Parrsboro: Youth Volunteer - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 1768 679 Pictou County Special Olympics - Curling Team: Victories - Congratulations (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 1769 680 Hantsport - Incorporation: Anniversary (106th) - Congratulations (Hon. R. Russell), n 1769 681 Fraser Holmes Memorial Pipe Band (Pictou) - State of Virginia Tattoo: Participation - Congratulations (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 1770 682 Mitts for Kids Program: Participants - Congratulations (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 1770 683 Hop-A-Thon for Muscular Dystrophy - Children’s Place Daycare Centre: Participation - Congratulations (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 1771 684 Pictou County District Health Authority: Volunteers - Thank (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 1771 685 Jackson, Dr. Simon - Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre Cardiology Fellowship: Congratulations - Novartis Pharmaceuticals Thank (Hon. J. Muir), 1775, app 1775 686 Reach Nova Scotia: Law Day Award - Congratulations (Hon. M. Baker), n 1776, app 1776 687 Right to Vote (Women) - Provincial/Federal Elections: Anniversary (83rd) - Recognize (Hon. J. Purves), n 1776, app 1777 688 Finck, Phillip - Association of Psychologists (Nova Scotia): President’s Award - Congratulations (Hon. E. Fage), n 1777, app 1778 689 Miller, Keith - Provincial Volunteer Recognition: East Hants - Representative Congratulations (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 1778, app 1779 690 New Germany High School - Renovations: Opening - Congratulations (Mr. D. Downe), n 1779, app 1779 691 Perry, Lianne - Atlantic Writing Competition: Recognition - Congratulations (Mr. C. O’Donnell), n 1780, app 1780 692 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Seniors’ Property Tax Rebate: Increase - Commit (Mr. J. Holm), n 1780 693 Lindsey, Cal - Army Cadet League: Executive Vice-President - Election Congratulations (Dr. J. Smith), n 1781, app 1782 694 Smith, Kathryn - Novel: Release - Congratulations (Mr. W. Langille), n 1782, app 1782 Resolutions 230 HANSARD INDEX

695 Halifax Regional School Board: Public Relations Campaign - Forgo (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 1783 696 Right to Vote - Women: Anniversary (83rd) - Recognize (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 1783, app 1784 697 Doucette, Bertha - Kinette Club (Margaree): Life Membership Award - Acknowledge (Hon. Rodney MacDonald) (by Mr. J. Chataway), n 1784, app 1785 698 MacPhee, Rickey Fred - Death of: Family - Sympathy Express (Mr. F. Corbett), n 1785, app 1785 699 Natural Resources - Canada-United States Lumber Agreement: Premier - Dispute Resolve (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 1785 700 Chignecto East Regional Science Fair: Participants - Congratulations (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 1786, app 1787 701 MacKay, Wayne - Mount Allison University: President - Selection Congratulations (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 1787, app 1788 702 MacNeil, Russell - St. Francis Xavier (F.X.) Sports Hall of Fame: Induction - Congratulations (Mr. D. Wilson), n 1788, app 1788 703 New Germany High School - Renovations: Opening - Congratulations (Hon. M. Baker), n 1788, app 1789 704 Labour - Health and Safety Inspectors: Number - Adequacy (Mr. F. Corbett), n 1789 705 South Shore Naval Association - Cornwallis Memorial Reunion: Book - Contributors Recognize (Mr. D. Downe), n 1790, app 1791 706 Kikuchi, David - Gymnastics: Medals - Congratulations (Hon. P. Christie), n 1791, app 1791 707 Halifax International Airport Authority - Negotiations: Government (Nova Scotia) - Return Direct (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 1791 708 Firefighters (Volunteer) - Community: Contribution - Recognize (Mr. J. MacKinnon), n 1792, app 1793 709 Sackville High School - Canada Student Leadership Conference: Hosting - Congratulations (Mr. J. Holm), n 1793, app 1793 710 Fishermens Memorial Hospital Gift Shoppe - Anniversary (25th): Fundraising - Congratulations (Hon. M. Baker), n 1794, app 1794 711 Anderson, Samantha - Nova Scotia Student Advocacy Coalition: Chair - Election (Mr. M. Samson), n 1794, app 1795 712 Greenwood Military Aviation Museum - Attractions Canada: Recognition - Congratulations (Mr. Robert Chisholm), n 1795, app 1796 713 Reid Family (Kingston, Nova Scotia) - Sobeys Family Volunteer of the Year Award (Mr. J. Carey), n 1796, app 1797 714 Sawatski, Barb - Prospect Road and Area Fire Department: Fire Chief - Selection Congratulations (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 1797, app 1797 715 Lockview High School - Fast for Famine: Students - Efforts Recognize (Hon. P. Christie), n 1797, app 1798 716 River Hebert Elementary School - Creative Circle: Coastal Community Award - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 1917 Resolutions 231 HANSARD INDEX

717 Sports - Badminton: Parrsboro/Advocate - Players Congratulations (The Speaker), n 1917 718 Warner, Greg/Paris, Claire: Sports Heroes Awards - Congratulations (Mr. R. Hurlburt), n 1918 719 TECH-table Capital Venture Gig - Event: Participants - Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 1925, app 1926 720 National Day of Mourning for Canadian Workers (28/04/01): Workers - Remember (Hon. D. Morse), n 1926, app 1927 721 Isenor, Robin: Youth Entrepreneur of the Month - Congratulations (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 1927, app 1927 722 Education - Post-Secondary: Tuition - Rates Freeze (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 1928 723 Lake District Recreation Association - Sackville: Service - Thank (Mr. J. Holm), n 1928, app 1929 724 CKCL: Service - Recognize (Mr. B. Taylor), n 1929, app 1930 725 Education - Janitorial Strike: Health/Education Ministers - Schools Visit (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 1930 726 Conrad, Chrissy/Lehki, Vikram: Toronto Dominion (TD) Canada Trust Scholarships - Congratulations (Mr. D. Downe), n 1931, app 1931 727 White, Louise/Fraser, Viola - Schoolmates: Friendships - Maintain (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 1931, app 1932 728 Corporan, Sylvester: Dedication - Congratulations (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 1932, app 1933 729 Health - Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre: Cardiology Programs - Participants Congratulations (Dr. J. Smith), n 1933, app 1933 730 McNamara, Kevin - Canadian Society of Fundraising Executives: Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser (2001) - Congratulations (Hon. D. Morse), n 1934, app 1934 731 Breton Education Centre - Safe Grad Program: Fundraising - Congratulations (Mr. F. Corbett), n 1934, app 1935 732 Tourism and Culture - Attractions Canada Top 10: Cape Breton Winners (5) - Congratulations (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 1935, app 1936 733 Sea King Helicopters - Government (Canada): Replacements - Urge (Mr. J. Carey), n 1936 734 National Day of Mourning for Canadian Workers (28/04/01): Workers - Remember (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 1937, app 1937 735 Environment and Labour - Halifax CandD Recycling Ltd.: Dumping/Composting Site (Old Guysborough Road) - Minister Halt (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 1938 736 Campaign for Fairness: Municipality of Queens - Recognize/Thank (Mr. K. Morash), n 1938, app 1939 737 Fraser, Scott - Auto Racing: Iowa 300 - Best Wishes Convey (Mr. D. Dexter), n 1939, app 1940 738 Richmond County Recreation Department - Volunteer Recognition Night: Recipients - Congratulations (Mr. M. Samson), n 1940, app 1940 739 Islands Consolidated School - Heritage Fair: Participants - Congratulations (Hon. G. Balser), n 1941, app 1941 Resolutions 232 HANSARD INDEX

740 Kidd, Ms. Pat: Education Week Award - Congratulations (Mr. J. Pye), n 1941, app 1942 741 Education - Post-Secondary: Cost - Minister Reduce (Mr. M. Samson), n 1942 742 Office Interiors - Expansion: Owners/Staff - Congratulations (Mr. T. Olive), n 1943, app 1944 743 Cancer Care Nova Scotia - Priority: Premier/Health Minister - Commitment Honour (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 1944 744 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Vehicle Compliance Officers: Privatization/Reduction - Cease (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 1944 745 Sports - Basketball: Amherst Bantam B Rebels - Success Congratulations (Hon. E. Fage), n 1945, app 1946 746 Sports - Wrestling: Cole Harbour District High School - Participants Congratulations (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 1946, app 1947 747 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber Industries: Lobbyist - Employ (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 1947 748 Proctor, Laura - Science Fair Project: Prize (1st Place) - Congratulations (Hon. A. MacIsaac), n 1947, app 1948 749 Cusack, Eddie/Reserve Mines Fire Department: Anniversaries (60th/76th) - Congratulations (Mr. F. Corbett), n 1948, app 1949 750 Goldbloom, Dr. Ruth - Nova Scotia College of Art and Design (NSCAD): Honorary Degree - Congratulations (Dr. J. Smith), n 1949, app 1950 751 Agriculture and Fisheries - Lobster Season: Participants - Best Wishes Convey (Mr. W. Dooks), n 1950, app 1950 752 Transportation and Public Works - Highland Park: Paving Time Frame - Minister Confirm (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 1950 753 Nova Scotia College of Art and Design (NSCAD) - Environmental Planning: Anniversary (30th) - Congratulations (Mr. D. Dexter), n 1951, app 1952 754 Oxford Regional High School - Teachers/Parents/Volunteers/Staff: Dedication - Acknowledge (The Speaker), n 2040 755 Oxford Elementary School - Teachers/Parents/Volunteers/Staff: Dedication - Acknowledge (The Speaker), n 2040 756 Springhill Junior/Senior High Schools - Teachers/Parents/Volunteers/Staff: Dedication - Acknowledge (The Speaker), n 2041 757 Junction Road Elementary School - Teachers/Parents/Volunteers/Staff: Dedication - Acknowledge (The Speaker), n 2041 758 West End Memorial School - Teachers/Parents/Volunteers/Staff: Dedication - Acknowledge (The Speaker), n 2042 759 River Hebert District High School - Teachers/Parents/Volunteers/Staff: Dedication - Acknowledge (The Speaker), n 2042 760 River Hebert Elementary School - Teachers/Parents/Volunteers/Staff: Dedication - Acknowledge (The Speaker), n 2043 761 Advocate District School - Teachers/Parents/Volunteers/Staff: Dedication - Acknowledge (The Speaker), n 2043 Resolutions 233 HANSARD INDEX

762 Parrsboro Regional High School - Teachers/Parents/Volunteers/Staff: Dedication - Acknowledge (The Speaker), n 2044 763 Parrsboro Elementary School - Teachers/Parents/Volunteers/Staff: Dedication - Acknowledge (The Speaker), n 2044 764 Wentworth Elementary School - Teachers/Parents/Volunteers/Staff: Dedication - Acknowledge (The Speaker), n 2045 765 Canadian Cancer Society (Nova Scotia Division) - Cancer Awareness Month: Volunteers - Efforts Congratulations (Hon. J. Muir), n 2048, app 2049 766 MacDonald, Helen: Best Wishes - Extend (Mr. D. Dexter), n 2049, app 2050 767 Dexter, Darrell (Member of the Legislative Assembly [MLA] Dartmouth-Cole Harbour) - New Democratic Party (NDP): Leader - Election Congratulations (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 2050, app 2050 768 Bus Accident (Sussex, New Brunswick) - Oakhill Middle School (Massachusetts): Families/Friends - Condolences Extend (Mr. W. Dooks), n 2050, app 2051 769 Health - Ambulance Attendants: Rural Nova Scotia - Number Increase (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 2051 770 Education - Bucks for Books: Participants - Congratulations (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 2052, app 2052 771 Langille, Glenn - Central Annapolis Valley Chamber of Commerce: Business Person of the Year - Congratulations (Mr. F. Chipman), n 2053, app 2053 772 Clarke, Doug - Retirement: Best Wishes - Convey (Mr. Manning MacDonald), n 2053, app 2054 773 Upshaw, Corporal Tony/Jones, Corporal Tom/Marshall, Constable Peter/Collins, Constable Richard - Community Enhancement Association: Recognition - Congratulations (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 2054, app 2055 774 Sports - Basketball: Leah Dugas Memorial Tournament - Participants Congratulations (Mr. C. Clarke), n 2055, app 2056 775 Health - Seniors: Punishment - Premier Cease (Dr. J. Smith), n 2056 776 Health - Whitney Pier: Residents - Safety Prioritize (Mr. F. Corbett), n 2056 777 Duc d’Anville School - Beautification Project: Participants - Congratulations (Ms. M. McGrath), n 2057, app 2058 778 Education - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Allocation (2000-01) - Minister’s Report (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 2058, d 2367 779 Environment - Technology: Non-Polluting - Incentives Support (Mr. G. Steele), n 2059, app 2059 780 Timberlea-Prospect Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) (Estabrooks, Mr. William) - Sir John A. Macdonald High School: Convocation Speaker - Congratulations (Mr. M. Parent), n 2059, app 2071 781 Health - Northside General Hospital: Emergency Department - Problem Solve (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 2060 782 Pictou Shipyard - Contract: Workers/Union - Congratulations (Mr. H. Epstein), n 2061 783 Health - Well-Women’s Clinic (East Preston): Participants - Congratulations (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 2062, app 2062 Resolutions 234 HANSARD INDEX

784 Finance - Debt: Mismanagement - Premier/Cabinet Responsibility (Mr. D. Wilson), n 2062 785 Rails to Trails: Beechville-Lakeside-Timberlea Volunteers - Congratulations (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 2063, app 2064 786 Sports - Figure Skating: Provincial Championships (2001) - Amherst Skating Club Congratulations (Hon. E. Fage), n 2064, app 2064 787 Memorial High School - Public Speaking Contest: Competitors/Organizers - Congratulations (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 2064, app 2065 788 Ashley, Alexandra - National School of Dance: Scholarship - Congratulations (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 2065, app 2066 789 New Glasgow and District Labour Commission - Workplace Safety: Efforts - Commend (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 2066, app 2067 790 Aeolian Singers: Anniversary (25th) - Congratulations (Mr. Robert Chisholm), n 2067, app 2067 791 Ladies Auxiliary (East Preston) - Elder Members: Honour - Commend (Mr. J. Pye), n 2068, app 2068 792 Cobequid Education Centre - Musical Theatre: Anniversary (30th) - Congratulations (Mr. Robert Chisholm), n 2068, app 2069 793 River John - Library and Innovation Centre: Friends of the River John Library - Congratulations (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 2069, app 2070 794 Bowles, Steven: Lifesaving Society Award - Congratulations (Mr. D. Dexter), n 2070, app 2070 795 Sir John A. Macdonald High School - Graduation: Guest Speaker (Estabrooks, Mr. William) - Congratulations (Mr. F. Corbett), n 217 796 South Pole Rescue: Canadian Captain/Crew - Commend (Mr. R. Hurlburt), n 2174 797 LeGard, Derek: Tourism Industry Association of Nova Scotia (TIANS) Pineapple Award - Congratulations (Mr. F. Chipman), n 2175 798 Arbour, Madam Justice Louise - University of Kings College: Honorary Degree - Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), 2183, app 2183 799 Sacred Heart School - Provincial Junior High School Debating Championship: Victory - Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 2184, app 2184 800 BCA Investment Co-operative - Community: Support - Credit (Mr. C. Clarke), n 2185, app 2185 801 Health - Northside General Hospital: Emergency Room- Closure (Mr. D. Dexter), n 2185 802 Haynes, Denise - Racquetball: Performance - Congratulations (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 2186, app 2187 803 Leefe, John - University of King’s College: Honorary Degree - Congratulations (Mr. K. Morash), n 2187, app 2187 804 Education - Halifax Regional School Board/Nova Scotia Union of Public Employees (NSUPE): Collective Agreement - Efforts Support (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 2188 805 Caines, Dr. Judy - Medical Society of Nova Scotia: Distinguished Service Award - Congratulations (Dr. J. Smith), n 2188, app 2189 Resolutions 235 HANSARD INDEX

806 Miedema, Joseph: National Science Fair/Achievements - Congratulations (Hon. J. Muir), n 2189, app 2190 807 Raymond, Beth: PanCanadian Student Choice Award - Congratulations (Mr. H. Epstein), n 2190, app 2191 808 Tourism and Culture - Gaelic Culture: Support - Maintain (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 2191, app 2192 809 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 333 Upgrading: Time Frame - Minister Inform (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 2192 810 Prince Andrew Woodlawn Environmental Enhancement and Conservation Association (PAWEECA)- Work: Contributions - Recognize/Commend (Mr. T. Olive), n 2192, app 2193 811 Education - Students: Future - Commitment (Mr. M. Samson), n 2193 812 Halifax International Airport Authority - Board of Directors: Collective Bargaining Process - Follow (Mr. Robert Chisholm), n 2194 813 Costard, Chrissy: Toronto Dominion (TD) Canada Trust Scholarship - Congratulations (Mr. W. Dooks), n 2195, app 2195 814 Bowles, Steven - Canadian Lifesaving Society: Award - Congratulations (Mr. D. Downe) (by Mr. B. Boudreau), n 2196, app 2197 815 Robertson, Mary: Nova Scotia Talent Trust Scholarship - Congratulations (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 2197, app 2197 816 River John - Library: Friends of the River John Library - Congratulations (Mrs. M. Baillie), n 2197, app 2198 817 Haynes, Marcel - Racquetball: Performance - Congratulations (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 2198, app 2199 818 Main, Hannah/Manthorne, Mitchell - Awana Spring (2001) Contest: Win - Congratulations (Mr. J. Pye), n 2199, app 2200 819 TMR Stoneworks - Youth Entrepreneurial Skills Program: Award - Congratulations (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 2200, app 2200 820 Health - Well Women’s Clinic (East Preston): Funding Commitment - Minister Honour (Mr. D. Dexter), n 2201 821 MacNeil, Jack: Elizabeth Ann Seton Award (2001) - Congratulations (Dr. J. Smith), n 2201, app 2202 822 Hennigar, Matthew/Painting 2000 - Youth Entrepreneurial Skills Program: Award - Congratulations (Mr. M. Parent), n 2202, app 2203 823 Halifax Seed Company - Anniversary (135th): Tregunno Family/Staff - Congratulations (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 2203, app 2203 824 Big Bras d’Or - Fire Department/Fire Ladies: Efforts - Congratulations (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 2204, app 2204 825 Sports - Soccer: Ault, Stephen/Volunteers - Thank (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 2205, app 2205 826 Allen, Jordan/Day Dream Designs - Youth Entrepreneurial Skills Program: Award - Congratulations (Ms. M. McGrath), n 2206, app 2206 Resolutions 236 HANSARD INDEX

827 Bergman, Mark/Day Dream Designs - Youth Entrepreneurial Skills Program: Award - Congratulations (Hon. P. Christie), n 2206, app 2207 828 Firefighters (Volunteer) - Baker Settlement: Incident - Response Congratulations (Hon. M. Baker), n 2207, app 2208 829 MacLeod, Lois - Municipality of Chester: Heritage - Efforts Congratulations (Mr. J. Chataway), n 2208, app 2208 830 Education - Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC): Training - Focus Recognize (Mr. C. Clarke), n 2313 831 St. James Presbyterian Church (Truro): Anniversary (75th) - Congratulations (Hon. J. Muir), n 2313 832 Watts Communications: Corporate Citizenship - Applaud (Hon. M. Baker), n 2314 833 Chignecto-Central/Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Boards - Mi’kmaq Language Course: Video Conferencing - Participants Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 2316, app 2317 834 Community Services - Persons With Disabilities: National Web Site - Availability Congratulations (Hon. P. Christie), n 2317, app 2318 835 Environment and Labour - St. John Ambulance: Commitment - Congratulations (Hon. D. Morse), n 2318, app 2319 836 Elms, Ben - Canadian Race Relations Foundation: Board of Directors - Appointment Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 2319, app 2319 837 Home Support Workers (Queens) - Labour Dispute: Minister - Resolve (Mr. D. Dexter), n 2320 838 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber Meetings: Premier - Experts Accompany (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 2321 839 Malloy, Jason/Marr, Gordie - New Glasgow Evening News: Atlantic Journalism Awards - Congratulations (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 2321, app 2322 840 Planned Parenthood - Metro Clinic: Anniversary (30th) - Congratulations (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 2322, app 2322 841 Natural Resources - Natural Gas: Pipeline (Nova Scotia-New England) - Premier Condemn (Mr. Manning MacDonald), n 2323 842 HOPE (Handicapped Organization Promoting Equality) - Southwest Regional School Board: Dial A Ride Program - Thank (Mr. R. Hurlburt), n 2323, app 2324 843 CHCN - Creation: Board of Directors/Staff - Congratulations (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 2324, app 2325 844 Health - Doctor Shortage: Minister - Resolve (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 2325 845 Lake District Recreation Association - Sackville: Volunteers - Honourees Congratulations (Mr. B. Barnet), n 2326, app 2326 846 Peter Pan Day Care Centre - Workers: Government (Nova Scotia) - Attentiveness Display (Mr. F. Corbett), n 2326 847 Tourism and Culture - Museums: Funding - Inequity Explain (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 2327 848 Volition - West Pictou High School: Human Rights (Nova Scotia) Award - Congratulations (Mrs. M. Baillie), n 2328, app 2329 Resolutions 237 HANSARD INDEX

849 Waters, Thomas P. - Meritorious Service Medal Palm Leaf: Receipt - Congratulations (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 2329, app 2329 850 Stream Call Centre - Glace Bay: Government (Nova Scotia) - Location Urge (Mr. D. Wilson), n 2329, app 2336 851 Canning Volunteer Fire Department - Defibrillator Equipment: Service - Congratulations (Mr. M. Parent), n 2330, app 2331 852 Cape Breton North Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Medical Doctors/ Spin Doctors: Recruitment - Dispute (Mr. D. Dexter), n 2331 853 Nova Scotia - Spring Cleanup: Nova Scotians - Congratulations (Mr. B. Barnet), n 2332 854 Tourism and Culture - Sherbrooke Village: Director/Staff - Congratulations (Mr. Ronald Chisholm), n 2332, app 2337 855 Jesus Christ Superstar - Production: Cobequid Education Centre - Participants Congratulations (Hon. J. Muir), n 2333, app 2334 856 Dexter-Peck, Patti: Robert Wood Johnson Award - Congratulations (Mr. M. Parent), n 2334, app 2335 857 Culloden, Battle of - Soldiers: Memory - Honour (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 2338, app 2339 858 Silver, Donald and Donna: George Winters Memorial Award - Congratulations (Hon. M. Baker), n 2339, app 2339 859 Sports - Thorburn and District Minor Hockey Association: Participation - Congratulations (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 2402 860 Correctional Services - Probations Program: Westville - Volunteers Congratulations (Mr. J. DeWolfe), 2402 861 Sweet, Phyllis - Retirement: Best Wishes - Convey (Mr. M. Parent), n 2403 862 Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) (Pictou Campus) - Food and Hospitality Showcase: Organizers/Participants - Congratulations (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 2403 863 Bain, George: Order of Canada (Officer) - Congratulations (Hon. M. Baker), n 2404 864 CKCL - Congratulations: 99.5 FM CAT Country - Best Wishes (Hon. J. Muir), n 204 865 Troughton, Michael - Nova Scotia Agricultural College (NSAC): Honorary Degree - Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 2414, app 2415 866 Aquaculture Association (Canada)/Nova Scotia Aquaculture Industry: Leadership - Recognize (Hon. E. Fage), n 2415, app 2416 867 Camp Green, CANADA - Tourism Industry Association of Nova Scotia (TIANS): Campaign - Success Congratulations (Hon. D. Morse), n 2416, app 2416 868 Kelly, Terry - University of King’s College: Honorary Degree - Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 2417, app 2417 869 Liberal Party: Office - Relocation (Mr. D. Dexter), n 2418 870 Tourism and Culture - Baddeck Gathering Ceilidhs: Minister - Support (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 2418 871 National Resources - Softwood Lumber Dispute: Premier - Support (Mr. B. Taylor) (by Mr. W. Langille), n 2419 app 2419 872 Laureijs, Steven - Cubs: Badges - Completion Congratulations (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 2420, app 2420 873 Debison, Aeslin: Accomplishments - Congratulations (Mr. D. Wilson), n 2420, app 2421 Resolutions 238 HANSARD INDEX

874 Jankov, Alan - Sports: Basketball (Pictou County) - Volunteerism Recognize (Mrs. M. Baillie), n 2421, app 2422 875 Health - Cape Breton District Health Authority: Physician Recruitment - Congratulations (Mr. F. Corbett), n 2422 876 Sports - Cape Breton Night of Kick Boxing: Competitors/Organizers - Best Wishes Extend (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 2422, app 2423 877 Feltmate, Phil - Canso: Volunteer of the Year - Congratulations (Mr. Ronald Chisholm), n 2423, app 2424 878 Education - Flemming, Mike (Halifax Regional School Board): Efforts - Congratulations (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 2424 879 Health - Home Support Workers: Wage Parity - Implement (Mr. D. Downe), n 2425 880 Millstone, The (Sheffield Mills) - Newspaper: Inaugural Edition - Congratulations (Mr. M. Parent), n 2425, app 2426 881 Royal Canadian Legion - Armed Forces: Awareness Program - Sponsorship Congratulations (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 2426, app 2427 882 Glace Bay - Residents: Government (Nova Scotia) - Assist (Mr. D. Wilson), n 2427, app 2427 883 TPF Factory Outlet (Amherst) - Star Choice Recognition: Owners/Manager - Congratulations (Hon. E. Fage), n 2428, app 2428 884 Finance - Smoking Cessation: Teenage Program - Revenue Invest (Mr. D. Dexter), n 2428 885 Truro Community Enhancement Association - Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) (African-Nova Scotia): Honourees - Congratulations (Hon. J. Muir), n 2429, app 2430 886 Transportation and Public Works - St. Margarets Village: Paving Time Frame - Residents Inform (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 2430 887 Canadian Peacekeeping Service Medals - Richmond County: Recipients - Congratulations (Mr. M. Samson), n 2430, app 2431 888 Franklin, Josie - Birthday (90th): Congratulations - Spirit Applaud (Hon. G. Balser), n 2431, app 2432 889 Health - Alzheimer’s Drugs: Evidence - Reconsider (Dr. J. Smith), n 2432 890 Health - Physician Recruitment: Policy (Political) - Minister Condemn (Mr. M. Samson), n 2433 891 O’Neil, Kevin - Mulgrave: Volunteer of the Year - Congratulations (Mr. Ronald Chisholm), n 2433, app 2434 892 Nova Scotia Business Inc. - Board of Directors: Appointments - Congratulations (Mr. T. Olive), n 2434 893 Campbell, Laurie (Lion) - Sackville: Community Dedication - Congratulations (Mr. B. Barnet), n 2435, app 2435 894 Transportation and Public Works - Highway Infrastructure: Long-Term Study - Minister Rename (Mr. D. Dexter), n 2540 895 LaPierre, Dr. Louis - l’Université Sainte-Anne: Honorary Degree - Congratulations (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 2541, app 2541 Resolutions 239 HANSARD INDEX

896 Rrafshi, Lulzeem - Kosovar Community: Volunteer - Efforts Congratulations (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 2541, app 2542 897 Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada (Pictou Chapter): Atlantic Division Carnation Cup (2000) - Congratulations (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 2542, app 2543 898 South Shore District School Board - Heritage Fairs: Organizers/Participants - Congratulations (Mr. D. Downe), n 2543, app 2544 899 Verschuren, Annette - St. Francis Xavier (F.X.) University: Honorary Degree - Congratulations (Mr. F. Corbett), n 2544, app 2544 900 Lake Charlotte Union Church: Anniversary (100th) - Congratulations (Mr. W. Dooks), n 2545, app 2545 901 Health - Recovery House: Funding - Restore (Mr. D. Wilson), n 2545 902 Halifax West High School - Music Group: Lincoln Centre Performance - Congratulations (Mr. G. Steele), n 2546, app 2547 903 Avon Valley Greenhouses Ltd. - Expansion: Congratulations - Contribution Recognize (Mr. M. Parent), n 2547, app 2547 904 Duggan, Richard/Jollimore, William - Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 153): Lifetime Membership Awards - Congratulations (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 2548, app 2548 905 Community Employment Innovation Project - North Sydney: Participants - Congratulations (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 2548, app 2549 906 Sutherland, Alice - St. Mary’s (Guysborough County): Volunteer of the Year - Congratulations (Mr. Ronald Chisholm), n 2549, app 2550 907 Lighthouse Day (Nova Scotia) - Information: Web Site - Participants Congratulations (Mr. Robert Chisholm), n 2550, app 2551 908 Health - Recovery House: Funding - Provide (Mr. D. Wilson), n 2551 909 National Stuttering Awareness Week (06-12/05/01) - Speak Easy Canada: Efforts - Recognize (Mr. C. O’Donnell), n 2551, app 2552 910 Women for Economic Equality Society (WEE) - Community Economic Development: Guide - Launch Congratulations (Mr. D. Dexter), n 2552, app 2553 911 Transportation and Public Works - Peggy’s Cove: Roads - Upgrade Fund (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 2553 912 Taylor, Kristian/Murray, Gillian - Basketball: Atlantic Selects - Selection Congratulations (Mrs. M. Baillie), n 2554, app 2554 913 Adopt-a-Library Literacy Program - Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) (Pictou County): Creation - Participants Congratulations (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 2554, app 2555 914 Jenkins, Tyler - St. Joseph’s Elementary School Heritage Fair: Certificate of Achievement - Congratulations (Mr. F. Corbett), n 2555, app 2556 915 Planet Entrepreneur Awards (Atlantic Canada) - Centre for Entrepreneurship Education and Development (CEED): Recipients - Congratulations (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 2641 916 Barr, Stephanie/Mitchell, Peter - Forum for Young Canadians: Attendees/Sponsors - Congratulations (Hon. G. Balser), n 2641 Resolutions 240 HANSARD INDEX

917 Digby General Hospital Auxiliary - Efforts: Applaud - Contribution Congratulations (Hon. G. Balser), n 2642 918 Drug Awareness Resistance Program - Development: Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) - Commend (Hon. M. Baker), n 2647, app 2647 919 Veterans (World War II) - Atlantic: Convoy Runs - Participants Remember (The Premier), n 2648, app 2648 920 Costard, Chrissy/Lehki, Vikram: Toronto Dominion (TD) Canada Trust Scholarships - Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 2648, app 2649 921 Natural Resources - National Forest Week (06-12/05/01): Resource - Importance Realize (Hon. E. Fage), n 2649, app 2650 922 Emergency Measures Organization (EMO) - Emergency Preparedness Week (07-13/05/01): Participants - Efforts Recognize (Hon. J. Muir), n 2650, app 2651 923 Environment and Labour - North American Occupational Safety and Health Week (06-12/05/01): Workplace Health and Safety - Commitment Renew (Hon. D. Morse), n 2651 924 Siebold, Lorraine - Handcrafts: Royal Gift - Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 2652, app 2652 925 Agriculture and Fisheries - Aquaculture Industries (Nova Scotia): Participants - Efforts Congratulations (Hon. E. Fage), n 2652, app 2653 926 Health - National Nursing Week (07-13/05/01): Nurses - Work Acknowledge (Hon. J. Muir), n 2653, app 2654 927 Battle of the Atlantic: Victims - Honour (Mr. Robert Chisholm), n 2655, app 2656 928 Health - National Nursing Week (07-13/05/01): Nurses - Appreciation Extend (Dr. J. Smith), n 2656, app 2656 929 Barrett Lumber Co. - Anniversary (75th): Owners/Staff - Congratulations (Mr. B. Barnet), n 2656, app 2657 930 Health - National Nursing Week (06-12/05/01): Nurses - Honour (Mr. D. Dexter), n 2657, app 2658 931 Gosse, Grace Elizabeth - Death of: Family - Condolences Send (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 2658, app 2658 932 Osteoporosis Society (Nova Scotia) - Advocacy Committee: Efforts - Applaud (Mr. T. Olive), n 2659, app 2659 933 Drug Abuse Resistance Education Program - Caldwell Road Elementary School: Grade 6 Students/Participants - Congratulations (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 2660, app 2660 934 Ancient Futures: The Art of the Blacksmith at the Third Millennium - Exhibition: Curator/Artists - Congratulations (Mr. D. Downe), n 2661, app 2661 935 MacKenzie, Ila/MacDonald, Margaret - Municipality of Pictou County: Awards - Congratulations (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 2661, app 2662 936 Mail Sorting Station - North Sydney: Closure - Ramifications (Mr. F. Corbett), n 2662 937 Corrections/Court Services (Richmond and Inverness Counties) - Health/Education: Plans - Need Recognize (Mr. M. Samson), n 2663 938 May, Elizabeth/Deleskie, Don - Whitney Pier: Assistance - Commend (Mr. G. Steele), n 2664 Resolutions 241 HANSARD INDEX

939 Occupational Health and Safety Week (06-12/05/01) - Workplaces: Safety and Reliability - Interest Renew (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 2664, app 2665 940 Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Festival - President/Team: Commemorative Stamp - Announcement Congratulations (Mr. M. Parent), n 2665, app 2666 941 Sports - Badminton: Nova Scotia Sports Athletic Federation (NSSAF) Championships - Participants Congratulations (Mr. H. Epstein), n 2666, app 2666 942 Student Advocacy Coalition (Nova Scotia): Request - Heed (Mr. M. Samson), n 2666 943 Campbell, Ian - K-19: The Widow Maker: Film Participation - Congratulations (Mrs. M. Baillie), n 2667, app 2668 944 Natural Resources - Prospect High Head: Protection - Participants Congratulations (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 2668, app 2668 945 MacNeil, Ian/Martell, Keith - Nova Scotia Community College (Marconi Campus): Model Generator Construction - Congratulations (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 2669, app 2669 946 Galbraith, Margaret - Girl Guides: Provincial Commissioner - Appointment Congratulations (Hon. P. Christie), n 2669, app 2670 947 Natural Resources - Clear-Cutting: Action Plan - Minister Introduce (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 2670, d 2975 948 Health - Care Team: Nurses - Value Recognize (Dr. J. Smith), n 2671, app 2671 949 Skilled Workers - Migration: Hamm Government - Incentives Create (Mr. H. Epstein), n 2672 950 Community Services - Family Caregivers Week (07-13/05/01): Caregivers - Recognize (Mr. J. Pye), n 2672, app 2673 951 Janes, Bob/Hopper, Bill - Amherst Rotary Club: Honours - Recognize (Hon. E. Fage), n 2673, app 2673 952 Concours d’art Oratoire (2001) - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Students - Honours Congratulations (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 2674, app 2674 953 Environment and Labour: National Occupational Safety and Health Week (06-12/05/01) - Recognize (Mr. F. Corbett), n 2674, app 2675 954 Finance - Blended Sales Tax (BST): Withdraw - Replace (Mr. D. Dexter), n 2675 955 Tourism and Culture - Lighthouse Route: Tourism Operators - Road Conditions Explain (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 2676 956 World Vision - Hants East Rural High School: Contribution - Congratulations (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 2676, app 2677 957 Segboer, Myrna - Raymond, Alberta: Female Citizen of the Year - Congratulations (Mr. J. Pye), n 2677, app 2678 958 Remembrance Day - National Holiday Status: Maple Grove Education Centre - Efforts Congratulations (Mr. R. Hurlburt), n 2785 959 Natural Resources: Forest Industry - Support (Mr. F. Chipman), n 2785 960 International Red Cross/Red Crescent Day (08/05/01) - Volunteers: Recognize - Congo Victims Remember (Hon. J. Muir), n 2788, app 2789 961 Whitney Pier - Residents: Health and Fitness - Premier Concern Extend (Mr. D. Dexter), n 2789 Resolutions 242 HANSARD INDEX

962 Health - Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant Unit (Atlantic Canada): Expansion - Establish (Mr. Manning MacDonald), n 2790, app 2791 963 Eastman, Ken/Graves, Dave - Big Brothers/Big Sisters: Bicycles - Donations Congratulations (Mr. M. Parent), n 2791, app 2791 964 R.B. Dickey/E.B. Chandler Schools - Cumberland: Literacy Initiative - Participants Congratulations (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 2792, app 2792 965 Transportation and Public Works - Middle River Residents: Petition - Minister Heed (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 2792 966 Community Flag Day (Lake Echo) - Organizers: Applaud - Commitment Thank (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 2793, app 2794 967 Drug Abuse Resistance Education Program - Colby Village Road Elementary School: Grade 6 Students/Participants - Congratulations (Mr. K. Deveaux), 2794, app 2795 968 Health - Nurses: Value - Recognize (Dr. J. Smith), n 2795 969 Lismore Community Centre - Fundraiser: Gaelic College - Organizers Congratulations (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 2795, app 2796 970 Transportation and Public Works - Hubley: Paving Time Frame - Minister Inform (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 2796 971 Kings North Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Government (Nova Scotia) Policy: Comments - Substance (Mr. D. Wilson), n 2797 972 Coady, Michael - Sheet Harbour Parent-Teacher Association (PTA): Support - Recognize (Mr. W. Dooks), n 2798, app 2798 973 Environment and Labour - Safe Water Act (Canada): Clarke, Joe - Efforts Support (Mr. G. Steele), n 2798, app 2799 974 Health - Celebrex and Vioxx (Arthritis Drugs): Provincial Formulary - Coverage Review (Mr. M. Samson), n 2799 975 Spurs and Stetsons Clubs (Nova Scotia and New Brunswick) - Challenge Cup: Participants/Sponsors - Congratulations (Mr. M. Parent), n 2800, app 2800 976 Emergency Measures Organization (EMO) - Flooding: Prevention - Infrastructure Provide (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 2801 977 Natural Resources - Natural Gas: Offshore Negotiations - Premier Explain (Mr. Manning MacDonald), n 2801 978 Glen Haven Manor: Volunteers - Congratulations (Mrs. M. Baillie), n 2802, app 2803 979 Hearing and Speech Awareness Month (May) - Nova Scotia Hearing and Speech Centres: Dedication - Recognize (Mr. J. Pye), n 2803, app 2803 980 Nova Scotia Liquor Commission (NSLC) - Sunday Sales Policy: Nova Scotians - Minister Consult (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 2803 981 Merhi, Murray/Mosher, Josh/Oxner, Drew - Lunenburg Minor Hockey Association: Conduct - Commend (Hon. M. Baker), n 2804, app 2805 982 McDaniel, Shawn: Father John MacGillivray Gaelic Summer Scholarship (Scotland) - Congratulations (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 2805, app 2806 983 Laureijs, Steven - Cubs: Badges - Completion Commend (The Premier) (by Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 2806, app 2806 Resolutions 243 HANSARD INDEX

984 Halifax Explosion - Survivors: Pension Benefits Restoration - Efforts Applaud (Mr. J. Pye), n 2806, app 2807 985 Nova Scotia Business Inc.: Value - Recognize (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 2807, d 3564 986 Cumberland South - Volunteers: Recognition - Recipients Congratulations (The Speaker), n 2905 987 MacDonald, Adrienne - Springhill: Youth Volunteers of the Year - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 2905 988 Spicer, Peter: District 10 Representative Volunteer - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 2906 989 All Saints Hospital (Springhill) - Ladies Auxiliary: Efforts - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 2906 990 Bentley, Avard - Maple Hall of Fame: Induction - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 2907 991 Cumberland South - Volunteers: Recognition - Recipients Congratulations (The Speaker), n 2907 992 Tourism and Culture - Tourism Industry Association of Nova Scotia (TIANS): Recognition of Excellence Dinner - Recipients Congratulations (Hon. Rodney MacDonald), n 2910, app 2910 993 Westray Mine Disaster - Victims: Memory - Honour (The Premier) (by Hon. J. Muir), n 2910, app 2911 994 Education - Mi’kmaq Language Conference: Language/Culture - Value Recognize (Hon. J. Purves), n 2912, app 2912 995 Tourism and Culture - Tourism Industry Association of Nova Scotia (TIANS): Staff/Board Members - Work Recognize (Hon. Rodney MacDonald), n 2912, app 2913 996 Westray Mine Disaster: Victims - Remember (Mr. D. Dexter), n 2914, app 2915 997 Westray Mine Disaster - Victims: One Minute Silence - Observe (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 2915, app 2915 998 Thorburn Consolidated School - Entrepreneurship Day: Skills - Acquisition Congratulations (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 2916, app 2916 999 Sultan, Ralph (Curragh Mining Executive) - British Columbia Government: Entrance Potential - Dismay Express (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 2916 1000 Natural Resources - Natural Gas: Premier/Minister - Rights Assert (Mr. Manning MacDonald), n 2917 1001 LeBlanc, Dennis - Eastern Shore District High School: Government/Politics - Course Commend (Mr. W. Dooks), n 2918, app 2919 1002 Best, Dr. Carrie: Achievements - Honour (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 2919, app 2920 1003 Licensed Practical Nurses Day (09/05/01) - Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs): Gratitude - Extend (Dr. J. Smith), n 2920 1004 Church, Constable David/Herbert, Constable Francois - Lake Echo Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP): Community Officer - Thank/Welcome (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 2920, app 2921 1005 Gillott, Gregory James - Death of: Friends/Family/Co-Workers - Condolences Express (Mr. F. Corbett), n 2921, app 2922 Resolutions 244 HANSARD INDEX

1006 National Forestry Week (06-12/05/01) - Forestry Industry: Participants - Sustainability Practise (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 2922, app 2923 1007 Sports - FCLD Enterprise (Falconer Family) - Building Healthier Futures Corporate Award (2001) - Congratulations (Mr. M. Parent), n 2923, app 2923 1008 Transportation and Public Works - Prospect Residents: Paving Time Frame - Minister Inform (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 2923 1009 Canada Post - Sorting Station (North Sydney): Jobs - Retain (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 2924 1010 Scotsburn Fire Department - Muscular Dystrophy Boot Drive: Efforts - Congratulations (Mrs. M. Baillie), n 2925, app 2925 1011 Dartmouth Seniors’ Service Centre: Anniversary (25th) - Congratulations (Mr. T. Olive), n 2925, app 2926 1012 Regional Valley Senior Games - Organizers: Efforts - Acknowledge (Hon. G. Balser), n 2926, app 2927 1013 LeBlanc, Cathy - Realty World Atlantic: Sales Rating - Congratulations (Hon. E. Fage), n 2927, app 2928 1014 Education - Reid, David: Attitude - Minister Halt (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 2928 1015 Horton High School - Reach for the Top: Team/Coach - Congratulations (Mr. D. Morse), n 2928, app 2929 1016 Purcell, David - Death of: Family/Friends - Condolences Extend (Mr. W. Dooks), n 2929, app 2930 1017 d’Entremont, Jesse - Drumlin Heights Consolidated School: School-Naming Contest - Win Congratulations (Hon. N. LeBlanc), n 2930, app 2931 1018 Fordham, Arthur (Assistant Clerk): Anniversary (10th) - Congratulations (Mr. J. Holm), n 2994 1019 Federal Superannuates National Association: Executive Appointments - Congratulations (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 2994 1020 Transportation and Public Works - Legislature: Closure Attempt - Summer Traffic Avoidance (Mr. D. Dexter), n 2995 1021 Government (Nova Scotia) - Policies: Premier - Familiarize (Mr. Manning MacDonald), n 2995 1022 Education - Student Debt Load: Premier/Minister - Reduction Explain (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 2996 1023 Second Story Women’s Centre - Girl Talk Program: Contribution - Acknowledge (Mr. D. Downe), n 2997 1024 Catholic Women’s League - Halifax Diocesan Annual Convention (79th): Volunteers - Congratulations (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 2997 1025 Transportation and Public Works - Gros Nez Road: Repaving - Minister Commit (Mr. M. Samson), n 2999 1026 Ridgecliff Middle School/Tantallon Junior High School/Brookside Junior High School - School Trips: Safe Journey - Wishes Extend (Mr. W. Estabrooks) (by Mr. G. Steele), n 2999 1027 Fuller, Catherine Ann - Strait-Highland Regional Development Association: Interim Director - Appointment Congratulations (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 3000 Resolutions 245 HANSARD INDEX

1028 St. Margarets Bay Lions Club - Seeing Eye Dog Training: Fundraising - Congratulations (Mr. W. Estabrooks) (by Mr. H. Epstein), n 3001 1029 Education - Janitorial Strike: Dispute Resolution - Minister’s Fairness Ensure (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 3001 1030 Transportation and Public Works - Nova Scotians: Best Interests - Minister Remember (Mr. J. Pye), n 3002 1031 Talbot House - Work: Residents/Staff - Recognize (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 3003 1032 Sports - Kyushu-Ryu Ju-Jitsu Program: Graduates Congratulations - Instructor Thank (Mr. D. Dexter), n 3003 1033 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Glace Bay Heritage Museum Society: Tax Exemption - Support (Mr. D. Wilson), n 3004 1034 Economic Development - Coal Miners Co-operative: Leases - Transfer (Mr. F. Corbett), n 3005 1035 Big Brothers/Big Sisters (South Shore) - Fundraisers: Participants - Congratulations (Mr. D. Downe), n 3005 1036 Fame - Production: Halifax West High School - Student/Staff Congratulations (Mr. G. Steele), n 3006 1037 Environment and Labour - Janitorial Strike: Mediator - Minister Appoint (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 3007 1038 Economic Development - Yarmouth Airport Authority: Assistance - Offer (Mr. H. Epstein), n 3008 1039 Dexter-Peck, Patti: Robert Wood Johnson Award - Congratulations (Mr. D. Wilson), n 3008 1040 Environment and Labour - Janitorial Strike: Mediator - Minister Appoint (Mr. Robert Chisholm), n 3009 1041 Campaign for Fairness: Government (Nova Scotia) - Rewrite (Mr. Manning MacDonald), n 3010 1042 Murphy Sports Complex (Mount Uniacke) Dedication: Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 165) - Salute (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 3010 1043 Wappel, Tom: Actions - Repudiate (Mr. J. Holm), n 3012 1044 Sports - Diving Competition: Matheson, Kaitlyn - Best Wishes Extend (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 3013 1045 Campaign for Fairness - Bridgewater Town/Mayor/Council: Support - Recognize/Thank (Mr. P. MacEwan) (by Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 3013, app 3014 1046 Whitney Pier: Residents - Relocate (Mr. F. Corbett), n 3014 1047 Natural Resources - Natural Gas: Premier/Minister - Rights Assert (Mr. P. MacEwan) (by Mr. Manning MacDonald), n 3015 1048 Legislation - Clauses (Indefensible): Government (Nova Scotia) - Withdraw (Mr. G. Steele), n 3015 1049 Setchell, Cheryl - Hockey: New England - Recognition Congratulations (Mr. H. Epstein), n 3016 1050 Nova Scotia - Spring Cleanup: Nova Scotians - Congratulations (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 3017 Resolutions 246 HANSARD INDEX

1051 Mascoll, Beverly - Mount St. Vincent University: Honorary Degree - Congratulations (Mr. Robert Chisholm), n 3017 1052 Deficit Reduction/Re-election - Citizens’ Well-Being: Prioritization (Faulty) - Governments Condemn (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 3018 1053 Lutley, Fred and Janet: Anniversary (50th) - Congratulations (Mr. J. Pye), n 3021 1054 Government (Canada) - Nova Scotia Offshore Benefits: Commitment - Honour (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 3022 1055 Arbour Day (10/05/01) - Events: Participation - Encourage (Hon. E. Fage), n 3217 1056 Government (Canada) - Dartmouth: Downtown - Presence Retain (Mr. T. Olive), n 3217 1057 Two Planks and a Passion Theatre - Land Purchase (Kings County): Arts Centre Establishment - Congratulations/Best Wishes (Mr. M. Parent), n 3218 1058 Girl Guides - Pictou County: Contributions - Commend (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 3218 1059 Royal Canadian Legion - Call to Remembrance Provincial Competition: Pictou Consolidated School Team - Best Wishes Extend (Mrs. M. Baillie), n 3219 1060 Amherst - Volunteer Reception (2001): Honourees - Congratulations (Hon. E. Fage), n 3219 1061 Lewis, Maud - Folk Festival: Organizers - Congratulations (Hon. G. Balser), n 3220 1062 Porter, Lucas - Kiwanis Music Fest: Accomplishment - Congratulations (Mr. M. Parent), n 3220 1063 Jeans, Sheila/Priest, Shelly/Whitaker, Cherry - National Karate Competition: Best Wishes - Extend (Mrs. M. Baillie), n 3221 1064 Truro International Tulip Festival (11-13/05/01) - Organizers Applaud: Attendance - Encourage (Hon. J. Muir), n 3221 1065 Health - Licensed Practical Nurses: Role - Recognize (Hon. J. Muir), n 3229, app 3229 1066 Health: Mental Health Week (07-13/05/01) - Recognize (Hon. J. Muir), n 3229, app 3230 1067 Elizabeth Fry Society - “Rebels With a Cause” Event: Honourees - Congratulations (Mr. D. Dexter), n 3230, app 3231 1068 Yarmouth - Transportation: Links - Develop (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 3231, app 3232 1069 Truro International Tulip Festival (11-13/05/01) - Organizers Applaud: Attendance - Encourage (Hon. J. Muir), n 3232, app 3233 1070 Canadian Peacekeeping Medals - North Sydney: Recipients - Congratulations (Mr. J. Holm), n 3233, app 3233 1071 Economic Development - Digby County: Opportunities - Support (Mr. Manning MacDonald), n 3233, app 3234 1072 Sports - Diving Competition; Matheson, Kaitlyn - Best Wishes Extend (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 3234, app 3234 1073 Tourism and Culture - Gaelic Language/Culture: Acceptance - Congratulations (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 3235, app 3236 1074 National Cancer Survivors Day - Cole Harbour: Swanky’s Pub/Kytes Pharmasave/Coordinator - Thank (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 3236, app 3236 1075 Second Story Women’s Centre - Girl Talk Program: Contribution - Acknowledge (Mr. D. Downe), n 3237, app 3237 Resolutions 247 HANSARD INDEX

1076 United Steelworkers of America (USWA) Local 1231 - Trenton Works: Collective Agreement - Success Congratulations (Mr. F. Corbett), n 3237, app 3238 1077 Health - Aberdeen Hospital: Volunteers - Commend (Dr. J. Smith), n 3238, app 3239 1078 Mineville Community Association - Enhancement: Participants - Congratulations (Mr. G. Steele), n 3239, app 3240 1079 Health - Strait Area Physician Recruitment Committee: Efforts - Commend (Mr. M. Samson), n 3240, app 3240 1080 Ring, David/Cochran, Andrew - Theodore Tugboat/Sparkling Springs: Merchandising - Congratulations (Mr. Robert Chisholm), n 3240, app 3241 1081 EDS/register.com: Announcements - Congratulations (Mr. D. Wilson), n 3241, app 3242 1082 Shotwell, Gordon - National Debating Team: Selection - Congratulations (Mr. H. Epstein), n 3242, app 3243 1083 Big Brothers/Big Sisters (South Shore) - Fundraisers: Participants - Congratulations (Mr. D. Downe), n 3243, app 3243 1084 Transportation and Public Works - Terence Bay Road: Repair Time Frame - Minister Inform (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 3243 1085 Health - Roseway Hospital: Volunteers - Congratulations (Dr. J. Smith), n 3244, app 3245 1086 Murphy Sports Complex (Mount Uniacke) - Dedication: Royal Canadian Legion (Branch 165) - Salute (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 345, app 3245 1087 Lutley, Fred and Janet: Anniversary (50th) - Congratulations (Mr. J. Pye), n 3246, app 3246 1088 Van den Hoek - Veterans of Holland Liberation: Remembrance - Join (Mr. J. Holm), n 3246, app 3247 1089 Pour for the Cure - Pink Ribbon Mother’s Day Tea: Organizers/Sponsors - Congratulations (Mr. D. Dexter), n 3247, app 3248 1090 Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Festival: Volunteers/Sponsors/Organizers - Congratulations (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 3248, app 3248 1091 Health - Mental Health Week (07-13/05/01): Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) - Support (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 3249, app 3249 1092 Tourism and Culture - Coffin Island Lighthouse Heritage Society: Heritage Preservation - Commend (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 3249, app 3250 1093 Catholic Women’s League - Halifax Diocesan Annual Convention (79th): Volunteers - Congratulations (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 3250, app 3251 1094 Tourism and Culture - Eastern Shore: Tourism Sector - Enhancement Support (Mr. P. MacEwan) (by Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 3251, app 3251 1095 John Bernard Croak V.C. Memorial School: Anniversary (25th) - Congratulations (Mr. F. Corbett), n 3252, app 3252 1096 Sports - Hector Arena: Activities - Recognize (Mr. P. MacEwan) (by Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 3252, app 3253 1097 Whitney Pier - Residents: Relocation - Commit (Mr. G. Steele), n 3253 1098 Transportation and Public Works - Prospect Bay Road: Repair Time Frame - Minister Inform (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 3254 Resolutions 248 HANSARD INDEX

1099 Government (Nova Scotia) - Trade Mission: Georgia - Greetings Send (Mr. Manning MacDonald), n 3254, app 3255 1100 Lobster Season - Fishers: Safe/Successful Season - Wishes Extend (Mr. Robert Chisholm), n 3255, app 3255 1101 Point Pleasant Park - Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM): Ecosystem - Health Restore (Mr. H. Epstein), n 3256, app 3256 1102 Dalrymple, Emma - East Hants Volunteers Award Night: Honour - Congratulations (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 3256, app 3257 1103 Landsdowne Outdoor Recreation Development Association (LORDA) - Seniors/Disabled: Executive Director/Board of Directors - Contributions (Mr. J. Pye), n 3257, app 3258 1104 Sports - Gymnastics: Amherst Aerials - Gymnasts Recognize (Hon. E. Fage), n 3347 1105 Amherst St. John Ambulance - Cadet First Aid Competition: Placement - Congratulations (Hon. E. Fage), n 3347 1106 Fruit Growers’ Association (Nova Scotia): Dessert Contest Winners - Congratulations (Mr. M. Parent), n 3348 1107 LeBlanc, Dana/McLeod, Gordon - Royal Canadian Legion Cribbage Championship: Good Luck - Wishes Extend (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 3348 1108 Pictou Landing First Nations: Coastal Community Network’s Resource Management Award - Congratulations (Mrs. M. Baillie), n 3349 1109 Joudrey, Andrew (Westville, Nova Scotia) - Hockey: Successes - Congratulations (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 3349 1110 Victorian Order of Nurses (VON) (Pictou County) - Walk for Life: Best Wishes - Extend (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 3350 1111 Albert, Dan and Joanne/Holt, Mr. and Mrs. Jack - Order of Good Times: Best Wishes - Extend (The Speaker), n 3350 1112 Charles, Dr. Tony - Saint Mary’s University: Pew Marine Conservation Fellowship - Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 3353, app 3354 1113 Natural Resources - Geology: Prospectors/Explorationists - Support (Hon. E. Fage) (by Hon. G. Balser), n 3354, app 3355 1114 MacDonald, Alex - Death of: Family/Friends/Associates - Condolences Offer (Mr. F. Corbett), n 3355, app 3356 1115 MacLeod, Alistair: International IMPAC Dublin Literary Award - Congratulations (Mr. Manning MacDonald), n 3356, app 3357 1116 Health - Twin Oaks/Birches Healthcare Charitable Foundation: Care - Commend (Mr. W. Dooks), n 3357, app 3357 1117 Governments (Liberal/Progressive Conservative) - Cape Breton: Sustainability - Failure Condemn (Mr. D. Dexter), n 3358 1118 Dugas, Giselle - Université Sainte-Anne: Governor-General’s Medal - Congratulations (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 3358, app 3359 1119 Boakes, Gary - National Junior Boxing Championship: Silver Medal - Congratulations (Mr. B. Taylor), n 3359, app 3359 Resolutions 249 HANSARD INDEX

1120 Governments (Liberal/Progressive Conservative) - Petrochemical Industry Policies: Institution - Failure Condemn (Mr. J. Holm), n 3360 1121 Nova Scotia Agricultural College (NSAC) - Governor-General’s Award: Recipients - Congratulations (Mr. D. Downe), n 3360, app 3361 1122 Eureka Fire Department: Members - Recognize (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 3361, app 3362 1123 MacDonald, Susan - Churchill School: Literacy - Dedication Congratulations (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 3362 1124 Brown, A. Garnet - Saint Mary’s University: Honorary Degree - Congratulations (Dr. J. Smith), n 3363, app 3363 1125 Mount Denson Fire - Firefighters: Danger - Recognize (Hon. R. Russell), n 3363, app 3364 1126 Royal Canadian Legion - Call to Remembrance (2001): Eastern Passage Education Centre (EPEC) - Victory Congratulations (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 3364, app 3365 1127 Community Policing Program - Boularderie Elementary School: Development - Congratulations (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 3365, app 3366 1128 Scotsburn Dairy: Expansion - Congratulations (Hon. J. Muir), n 3366, app 3366 1129 McCready, Colin/Choudhury, Nafay/Miles, Laura - Riverview High School: Skills Canada (Nova Scotia) Medals - Congratulations (Mr. F. Corbett), n 3367, app 3367 1130 Marconi Towers - Replica Construction: Italian Consul General - Congratulations (Mr. D. Wilson), n 3367, app 3368 1131 Environment and Labour - Janitorial Strike: Mediator - Minister Appoint (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 3368 1132 Education/Labour - Janitorial Strike: Ministers - Resolve (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 3369 1133 Transportation and Public Works - Revenue: Hamm News Release - Honour (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 3370 1134 Viva, Catherine: Prime Minister’s Award for Teaching - Congratulations (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 3370, app 3371 1135 Health/Community Services - Child Care: Funding - Ministers Increase (Mr. J. Pye), n 3371 1136 Celtic Brew - Directors: Efforts - Best Wishes Offer (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 3372, app 3372 1137 Sports - Kyushu-Ryu Ju-Jitsu Program: Graduates Congratulations - Instructor Thank (Mr. D. Dexter), n 3373, app 3373 1138 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 105 (Bras d’Or): Traffic Lights - Minister’s Action (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 3373 1139 Eastern Passage Education Centre (EPEC) - Cheerleading Team: Junior High School Championships - Members/Coaches Congratulations (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 3374, app 3375 1140 Two Rivers Wildlife Park - Foot Mats (Anti-Contagion): Development - Manager/Staff Congratulations (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 3375, app 3376 1141 Morash, Garvie - Retirement: Best Wishes - Convey (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 3376, app 3376 Resolutions 250 HANSARD INDEX

1142 Pilmer, David/Viva, Catherine: Prime Minister’s Teaching Awards - Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 3454, app 3455 1143 Ombudsman’s Office/Human Rights Committee: Merger - Cease (Mr. D. Dexter), n 3455 1144 Licensed Practical Nurses Act/Registered Nurses Act: Second Reading - Call (Dr. J. Smith), n 3456 1145 Telephone Pioneers: Community Work/Education Programs - Recognize (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 3457, app 3457 1146 Maynard, Sarah/Saulnier, Katie - Provincial French Oral Competition: Achievements - Congratulations (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 3457, app 3458 1147 Government (Nova Scotia): Fire Prevention Act - Re-introduce (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 3458 1148 West Pictou High School - Project Norway: Students - Commend (Mrs. M. Baillie), n 3459, app 3460 1149 May, Elizabeth - Whitney Pier Support: Hunger Strike - Applaud (Mr. F. Corbett), n 3460 1150 Government (Canada) - Harbours: Public Domain - Removal Oppose (Mr. D. Downe), n 3460, app 3461 1151 Trites, John - Royal Canadian Geographic Society: Literacy Award - Congratulations (Hon. D. Morse), n 3461, app 3462 1152 St. Margarets Bay Regional Tourism Association - Beef Dinner/Auction: Fundraising - Success Congratulations (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 3462, app 3463 1153 Government (Nova Scotia) - Scooters: Helmet Usage - Legislation Introduce (Dr. J. Smith), n 3463 1154 Trans Canada Trail - Programs: Participants - Congratulations (Mr. T. Olive), n 3463, app 3464 1155 Colchester County Fire (Spiddle Hill Road) - Firefighters: Thanks - Express (Mr. H. Epstein), n 3464, app 3465 1156 MacInnis, Al/White, Colin - Hockey: Talent - Recognize (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 3465, app 3466 1157 Langille, Lee - President: Pictou County Chamber of Commerce - Appointment Congratulations (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 3466, app 3466 1158 Pottier, Danielle - South West Nova Music Fest: Star - Nomination Congratulations (Mr. Robert Chisholm), n 3467, app 3467 1159 VentureFest - University College of Cape Breton (UCCB): Program - Congratulations (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 3467, app 3468 1160 Hamm, Jim/Shriners: Tribute - Congratulations (Mr. J. Chataway), n 3468, app 3469 1161 Skinner, Tom: Woodlot Owner of the Year (2000) - Congratulations (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 3469, app 3469 1162 Scott, Jeremy Douglas - University of New Brunswick (UNB) Law School: Graduation - Congratulations (Hon. M. Baker), n 3470, app 3470 1163 Josey, Paul - Halifax Regional Fire and Emergency Services: Retirement - Best Wishes Convey (Mr. D. Dexter), n 3470, app 3471 Resolutions 251 HANSARD INDEX

1164 St. Mary’s Anglican Church - Glace Bay: Anniversary (150th) - Congratulations (Mr. F. Corbett), n 3471, app 3472 1165 Institute of Agrologists (Nova Scotia) - Awards: Recipients - Congratulations (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 3472, app 3473 1166 Kenney, D.B. Fisheries Ltd. - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Award: Employers/Employees - Congratulations (Hon. G. Balser), n 3501 1167 Green, Peggy - President: Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation - Appointment Congratulations (Mr. R. Hurlburt), n 3501 1168 Anthony, Carl Trucking Ltd. - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Award: Employers/Employees - Congratulations (Mr. B. Taylor), n 3502 1169 Grit Gravy Train - Government (Canada): Work Tendering - Equity (Mr. B. Taylor), n 3502 1170 Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Awards: Recipients - Congratulations (Hon. D. Morse), n 3503 1171 East Side Fisheries Ltd. - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Award: Employers/Employees - Congratulations (Hon. N. LeBlanc), n 3503 1172 Carter, Darrin Logging Ltd. - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Award: Employers/Employees - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 3504 1173 Kentville, Town of; Municipal Operations, Construction and Maintenance - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Award: Employers/Employees - Congratulations (Mr. M. Parent), n 3504 1174 Annapolis County Adult Residential Centre - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Award: Employers/Employees - Congratulations (Mr. F. Chipman), n 3505 1175 Kenney, N.R. Logging Ltd. - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Award: Employers/Employees - Congratulations (Mrs. M. Baillie), n 3505 1176 Bowater, Mersey, Woodland Division - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Award: Employers/Employees - Congratulations (Mr. K. Morash), n 3506 1177 Smith, R.I. Co. Ltd./Canus Fisheries Ltd./Sea Star Seafoods Ltd. - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Awards: Employers/Employees - Congratulations (Mr. C. O’Donnell), n 3507 1178 ACS Trading, Division of Farocan Incorporated/St. Anne Community Nursing Care Centre - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Awards: Employers/Employees - Congratulations (Mr. Ronald Chisholm), n 3507 1179 MacLean, R. Forestry Limited - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Award: Employers/Employees - Congratulations (Hon. A. MacIsaac), n 3508 1180 Lloyd, Meghann - Acadia University: Athenaeum Student of the Year Award - Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 3511, app 3511 1181 Swinden, Scott - Geological Association (Canada): Duncan R. Derry Medal - Congratulations (Hon. E. Fage), n 3512, app 3512 1182 Centre for Entrepreneurship Education and Development (CEED) - Open for Business Project: Entrepreneurship Ambassadors - Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 3512, app 3513 Resolutions 252 HANSARD INDEX

1183 Donohoe, Howard - Geological Association of Canada: E.R. Ward Neale Medal - Congratulations (Hon. E. Fage), n 3513, app 3514 1184 Eastlink Cable - Legislative Television: Analog Channel - Dedicate (Mr. J. Holm), n 3514, app 3515 1185 Nova Scotia Teachers Union (NSTU): Annual Council (80th) - Congratulations (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 3515, app 3515 1186 Tim Hortons - Children’s Foundation: Contribution - Congratulations (Mr. W. Dooks), n 3516, app 3516 1187 Davis, Jennifer/Fraser, Sarah/MacKay, Tanya/Noseworthy, Graham/Williams, Blair: Kimberly-Clark Scholarships - Congratulations (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 3516, app 3517 1188 Louisbourg, Fortress - Government (Canada): Repairs/Upgrade - Request (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 3517, app 3518 1189 Campaign for Fairness - Offshore Resources: Beneficiary (Nova Scotia) - Finance Minister (Canada) Inform (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 3518 1190 Environment Canada/Environment and Labour (Nova Scotia) - Environmental Protection Legislation: Enforcement - Urge (Mr. G. Steele), n 3519, app 3519 1191 South Shore Regional Hospital - Ladies Auxiliary: Anniversary (50th) - Congratulations (Mr. D. Downe), n 3519, app 3520 1192 Trail Blazer - Levangie, Shawn/Employees: Entrepreneurship - Recognize (Mr. T. Olive), n 3520, app 3521 1193 Boakes, Gary - National Junior Boxing Championship: Silver Medal - Congratulations (Mr. H. Epstein), n 3521, app 3522 1194 Peters Place - Pilot Program: Proposal - Minister Review (Mr. D. Downe), n 3522 1195 Stories around the Branch - Booklet: Contributors - Congratulations (Mrs. M. Baillie), n 3523, app 3524 1196 Transportation and Public Works - McGraths Cove Roads: Improvement Timetable - Residents Inform (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 3524 1197 Harwood, Harold - Atlantic Writers Award: Achievement - Congratulations (Hon. G. Balser), n 3524, app 3525 1198 Cook, Isabel - East Hants Volunteers Award Night: Honour - Congratulations (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 3525, app 3526 1199 Smith, Ernest “Smokey” - Victoria Cross Winner (Surviving): Bravery - Recognize/ Honour (Mr. J. Pye), n 3526, app 3526 1200 ABCO Industries Limited, Machine Shop Division - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Award: Employers/Employees - Congratulations (Hon. M. Baker), n 3527, app 3527 1201 Sackville Business Park: Anniversary (20th) - Congratulations (Mr. J. Holm), n 3527, app 3528 1202 Steeves-Greene, Kristen/Aucoin, Betty-Jean - Tradition/Heritage (Canada): Efforts - Congratulations (Mr. K. Morash), n 3528, app 3529 1203 Armstrong, Sharon - East Hants Volunteers Award Night: Honour - Congratulations (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 3529, app 3530 Resolutions 253 HANSARD INDEX

1204 Waverley War Memorial Garden and Museum - Watson, Jean/Members Waverley Legion: Thanks Extend (Hon. P. Christie), n 3530, app 3530 1205 Donohoe, Howard - Geological Association of Canada: E.R. Ward Neale Medal - Congratulations (Mr. H. Epstein), n 3530, app 3531 1206 Misquith, Ash - Accomplishments: Academic/Athletic - Congratulations (Ms. M. McGrath), n 3531, app 3532 1207 Lighthouse Day (Nova Scotia) - Organizers: Efforts - Congratulations (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 3532, app 3532 1208 Palliser, Restaurant/Motel - Bruce, Keltie and Allen: Community - Commitment Thank (Hon. J. Muir), n 3533, app 3533 1209 Etruscan Resources Inc./Mountain Lake Resources - Gold/Diamond: Explorations - Success Wish (Hon. R. Russell), n 3533, app 3534 1210 Cox Shipyard - Shelburne County Historical Society: Restoration Project - Best Wishes Convey (Mr. C. O’Donnell), n 3623 1211 Campaign for Fairness - Opposition Leader: Criticism - Explain (Mr. F. Chipman), n 3623 1212 Weir, Derek: Rebekah Jurisdictional Youth Scholarship - Congratulations (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 3624 1213 Sinnis, Dave/MacKenzie, Kevin - Westville Midget “A” Miners: Coaches - Work Acknowledge (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 3624 1214 Hazleton, Cara - Mount Saint Vincent University (MSVU): J.D. Irving Student Entrepreneur of the Year Award/CanJet Airlines Service Excellence Award - Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 3626, app 3626 1215 Hepatitis Awareness Week (13-19/05/01) - Recognize (Hon. J. Muir), n 3626, app 3627 1216 Health - Medical Commission International Paralympic Committee/Riding, Dr. Michael: Work/Leadership - Congratulations (Hon. J. Muir), n 3627, app 3628 1217 Pugwash District High School - Robot Design Competition: Victory - Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 3628, app 3628 1218 Watson, Charles - Death of: Family/Friends - Sympathy Extend (Mr. D. Dexter), n 3629, app 3630 1219 Rosedale Home for Special Care - Residents/Staff: Best Wishes - Send (Mr. D. Downe), n 3630, app 3631 1220 Fredericks, Lila - Retirement: Best Wishes - Extend (Mr. F. Chipman), n 3631, app 3632 1221 Government (Nova Scotia) - Cape Breton: Economic Strategy - Develop (Mr. F. Corbett), n 3632 1222 Cole Harbour-Eastern Passage Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA)/Spouse: Baby - Birth Congratulations (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 3632, app 3633 1223 Chignecto Provincial Park - Rescue: 14 Wing Greenwood/Coast Guard Auxiliary - Thank (Mr. J. Carey), n 3633, app 3634 1224 Grant, Ruth - Municipality of East Hants: Honour - Congratulations (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 3634, app 3634 1225 Government (British Columbia) Liberal/Premier-Elect - Election: Victory - Congratulations (Mr. P. MacEwan) (by Mr. Manning MacDonald), n 3635 Resolutions 254 HANSARD INDEX

1226 Johnson, Charlotte - Canadian Cancer Society: National Citation of Merit - Congratulations (Hon. P. Christie), n 3635, app 3636 1227 Isenor, Joel/Higgins, Casey/White, Jason/Smith, Craig - World Fastball Championships: Bronze - Congratulations (Mr. J. Pye), n 3636, app 3637 1228 Education - Halifax West High School Students: Split (Fall 2001) - Details (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 3637 1229 Houston, Elizabeth (Betty) - Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Tea: Work - Applaud (Hon. R. Russell), n 3637, app 3638 1230 George Bissett Elementary School - Playground: Contributors - Commend (Mr. D. Dexter), n 3638, app 3639 1231 Suas e! International Choral Festival: Organizers - Congratulations (Mr. F. Corbett), n 3639, app 3640 1232 Turnbull, Stephanie Nova Scotia Highland Dancing Championships: Victory - Congratulations (Hon. J. Muir), n 3640, app 3641 1233 Ettinger, Minna/Collins, Walter - Municipality of East Hants: Volunteer Awards - Congratulations (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 3641, app 3642 1234 Furneaux, Karen - Canadian Paddling Team Trials: Showing - Congratulations (Hon. P. Christie), n 3642, app 3642 1235 MacIntosh, Ross - Nova Scotia Special Olympics: Male Coach of the Year - Congratulations (Mr. J. Pye), n 3643, app 3643 1236 International Museum Day (18/05/01) - Acknowledge: Visits - Encourage (Hon. Rodney MacDonald), n 3643, app 3644 1237 Lifestyle (2001) Home Construction: Partners - Congratulations (Hon. P. Christie), n 3674 1238 Hamilton, Sylvia - Dalhousie University: Honorary Degree - Congratulations (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 3674 1239 Horton High School - Reach for the Top: Team - Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 3678, app 3679 1240 Mental Health Week (07-13/05/01) - Emerging into Light: Symbol - Endorse (Hon. J. Muir), n 3679, app 3679 1241 Bishop, Jill - Skills Nova Scotia Competition: Victory - Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 3680, app 3680 1242 May, Elizabeth - Sydney Tar Ponds Support: Hunger Strike - Applaud (Mr. D. Dexter), n 3681 1243 Health - District Health Authorities: Budget Cuts - Effects (Dr. J. Smith), n 3682 1244 Allen, Maurice - “Equality: Challenging the Defenses of the Unfettered Free Market”/Book - Congratulations (Mr. M. Parent) n 3682, app 3683 1245 Police Week 2001 (13-19/05/01) - Police Officers: Dedication/Achievement - Applaud/Honour (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 3683, app 3684 1246 Health - District Health Authority No. 2: Budget Cuts - Shelburne County Effect (Dr. J. Smith), n 3684 1247 Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Festival - Executive Committee/MacArthur, Karin: Regards - Extend (Mr. F. Chipman), n 3685, app 3685 Resolutions 255 HANSARD INDEX

1248 McGarrahan, Shauna M. - Achievements: Scholastic - Recognize/Congratulations (Mr. J. Holm), n 3686, app 3686 1249 Black Cultural Centre - Remembering Black Loyalists/Black Communities: Sponsors/Organizers - Congratulations (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 3686, app 3687 1250 Stokes, Shirley - Truro: Volunteerism - Thank (Hon. J. Muir), n 3687, app 3688 1251 Transportation and Public Works - Yankeetown Road Residents: Improvement Time Frame - Minister Inform (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 3688 1252 Bridgewater Elementary School - Provincial Chess Tournament: Champions - Congratulations (Mr. D. Downe) (by Mr. Manning MacDonald), n 3688, app 3689 1253 Dunn, Rick - Rifle Association (Nova Scotia): Irving Trophy - Congratulations (Hon. P. Christie), n 3689, app 3690 1254 Natural Resources - Provincial Parks: Fee Increases - Minister Justify (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 3690 1255 Ross Road School - Evergreen Foundation: Naturalization Committee - Students/Teachers Congratulations (Mr. D. Dexter), n 3691, app 3691 1256 Community Services - Early Childhood Development Program: Funding - Members Prioritize (Mr. J. Pye), n 3691 1257 Community Services - Minister: Government (Canada) Funding - Source Confusion (Mr. D. Wilson), n 3692 1258 Transportation and Public Works - River Road (Terence Bay) Residents: Repair Time Frame - Minister Inform (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 3693 1259 Education - Halifax West High School Students: Split (Fall 2001) - Plan Halt (Mr. G. Steele), n 3737 1260 Police Week - Police Officers: Dedication/Achievement - Applaud/Honour (Hon. M. Baker) (by Mr. Hon. R. Russell), n 3735, app 3736 1261 Callaghan, Clair - Dalhousie University: Honorary Degree - Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 3740, app 3740 1262 Governments (Federal/Provincial) - Government (Municipal): Infrastructure - Funding Assist (Mr. D. Dexter), n 3741 1263 MacDonald, Clayton: Bravery Award - Congratulations (Mr. D. Wilson), n 3741, app 3742 1264 MacKean, Roberta - West Pictou Consolidated School: Teaching Methods - Congratulations (Mrs. M. Baillie), n 3742, app 3743 1265 Bond, James - Municipality of East Hants: Volunteerism - Recognition Congratulations (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 3743, app 3744 1266 Government (Nova Scotia) - User Fees: Increase - Condemn (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 3744 1267 Committee on Assembly Matters - Family-Friendly Policy: Promotion - Consider/Report (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 3744 1268 MacKinnon, Marion Honora - University College of Cape Breton (UCCB): Honorary Degree - Congratulations (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 3745, app 3746 1269 Medecins Sans Frontieres/Fitzpatrick, Eleanor: Relief Work/Board of Directors Appointment - Congratulations (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 3746, app 3746 Resolutions 256 HANSARD INDEX

1270 Suas e! International Choral Festival: Organizers - Congratulations (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 3747 1271 Bishop, Jill - Skills Nova Scotia Competition: Victory - Congratulations (Mr. F. Corbett), n 3747, app 3748 1272 Catholic Women’s League - Bras d’Or: Anniversary (50th) - Congratulations (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 3748, app 3749 1273 Burrill, Adrian/Cummings, Maghan/Lawson-Issé, Martina/Lochead, Ashley/ Chisholm, Sarah - Public Speaking (French) Competition: Skills - Applaud (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 3749, app 3749 1274 Finance - Tax System: Corporations/Financial Institutions - Pay Equity Ensure (Mr. J. Epstein), n 3750 1275 Archibald, Jane - International Music Scene: Recognition - Congratulations (Hon. J. Muir), n 3750, app 3751 1276 Natural Resources - Prospect High Head: Information Session - Residents Congratulations (Mr. W. Estabrooks) (by Mr. H. Epstein), n 3751, app 3752 1277 Rug Hooking Guild (Nova Scotia) - Art: Retention - Congratulations (Mr. Robert Chisholm), n 3752, app 3753 1278 Moxom, Christine - Municipality of East Hants: Corridor Special Olympics - Efforts Congratulations (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 3753, app 3753 1279 Video Lottery Terminals (VLTs) - Referendum: Government House Leader - Free Vote Request (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 3753 1280 Piper, Loretta - Sleeping Children Around the World Program: Efforts - Congratulations (Mr. F. Chipman), n 3785 1281 Muxlow, Josephine - Registered Nurses Association of Nova Scotia (RNANS): Client/Public Health Advocacy Award - Congratulations (Mr. T. Olive), n 3785 1282 Forshay, Mary - Registered Nurses Association of Nova Scotia (RNANS): Honorary Life Membership - Congratulations (Hon. A. MacIsaac), n 3786 1283 MacKenzie, Sandra - Registered Nurses Association of Nova Scotia (RNANS): Honorary Life Membership - Congratulations (Mr. C. O’Donnell), n 3786 1284 Romeo, Marie - Registered Nurses Association of Nova Scotia (RNANS): Honorary Life Membership - Congratulations (Mr. C. Clarke), n 3787 1285 Jodrey, John - Dalhousie University: Honorary Degree - Congratulations (Hon. R. Russell), n 3788 1286 McKinnon, Kristi - YTV Achievement Awards: Finalist - Nomination Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), 3793, app 3793 1287 Acadian Games (17th Regional): Participants/Volunteers - Congratulations (Hon. N. LeBlanc), n 3794, app 3795 1288 Finance - Tax System: Banks/Corporations - Payment Equity Ensure (Mr. D. Dexter), n 3795 1289 Archery Tournament (Atlantic Indoor Regional): Participants/Organizers - Congratulations (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 3796, app 3796 1290 Ward, Daisy Adele: Governor-General’s Caring Canadian Award - Congratulations (Mr. J. Carey), n 3797, app 3797 Resolutions 257 HANSARD INDEX

1291 Cornwallis Junior High School - Pascal Mathematics Assessment Test: Results - Congratulations (Mr. H. Epstein), n 3797, app 3798 1292 Council, 4-H - Annual General Meeting: Participants/Organizers - Congratulations (Mr. D. Downe), n 3798, app 3799 1293 Eastern Shore Palliative Care Association - Memorial Garden: Creation - Recognize (Mr. W. Dooks), n 3799, app 3800 1294 Natural Resources - Provincial Parks: Department’s Attention - Thank (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 3800, app 3800 1295 Peacekeeping Medals - Royal Canadian Legion (Armstrong Memorial Branch 19): Recipients - Congratulations (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 3801, app 3801 1296 Keating, Charles - Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre Foundation: Commitments - Thank (Mr. T. Olive), n 3801, app 3802 1297 McKeen, Marie - East Hants Volunteer Awards Night: Recognition - Congratulations (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 3802, app 3803 1298 Suas e! International Choral Festival: Participants - Congratulations (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 3803, app 3803 1299 MacInnis, Norm/MacPherson, Royce: Canadian Peacekeeping Service Medal - Congratulations (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 3804, app 3804 1300 Barkhouse, Doug/Jackson, Ron/Roberts, Dave - Richard Doubleday Memorial Award: Hockey Season (2000-01) - Congratulations (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 3805, app 3805 1301 MacNeil, Russell - St. Francis Xavier (F.X.) University: Sports Hall of Fame - Induction Congratulations (Mr. D. Wilson), n 3805, app 3806 1302 Council (4-H): Annual General Meeting: Members - Welcome (Mrs. M. Baillie), n 3806, app 3807 1303 Organization of Responsible Bikers: Motorcycle Safety/Charity Support - Thank (Hon. J. Muir), n 3807, app 3808 1304 Creasor, Trevor - Nova Scotia Institute of Technology (NSIT) Competition: Performance - Congratulations (Hon. M. Baker), n 3808, app 3808 1305 Nictaux Hospital Auxiliary - Anniversary (40th): Lifetime Memberships - Congratulations (Mr. F. Chipman), n 3808, app 3809 1306 MacDonald, Mary Jess - Nova Scotia School Boards Association (NSSBA): School Board Member Recognition Award - Congratulations (Hon. Rodney MacDonald), n 3809, app 3810 1307 Amero, Frank: Courage - Recognize (Hon. G. Balser), n 3810, app 3811 1308 McDonnell, Mary Catherine - Volunteerism: Recognition - Congratulations (Hon. M. Baker), n 3811, app 3811 1309 Marine Drive Pentecostal Church/Gunther, Reverend Dan - Seniors: Consideration - Thank (Mr. W. Dooks), n 3868 1310 Atlantic View School - Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) Program: Participation - Venoit, Constable Brian; Thank (Mr. W. Dooks), n 3868 1311 Gamblin, Matt - Basketball: Nova Scotia Midget Provincial Team - Selection Congratulations (The Speaker), n 3869 Resolutions 258 HANSARD INDEX

1312 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Antigonish - Recipients Commend (Hon. A. MacIsaac), n 3869 1313 Royal Canadian Legion - Middleton Branch: Anniversary (75th) Medals - Recipients Congratulations (Mr. F. Chipman), n 3870 1314 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Baddeck and Area Youth Action Society - Commend (Hon. Rodney MacDonald), n 3870 1315 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Halifax Area - Recipients Commend (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 3871 1316 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Bridgewater Area - Recipients Commend (Hon. M. Baker), n 3871 1317 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Dartmouth Area - Recipients Commend (Mr. T. Olive), n 3872 1318 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Truro Area/Millbrook - Recipients Commend (Hon. J. Muir), n 3873 1319 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Eastern Shore Safe House Association - Commend (Mr. W. Dooks), n 3873 1320 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Kentville Area - Recipients Commend (Mr. M. Parent), n 3874 1321 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Yarmouth Area - Recipients Commend (Mr. R. Hurlburt), n 3874 1322 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Cape Breton - Recipients Commend (Mr. C. Clarke), n 3875 1323 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Pictou Landing First Nation Warmer Wigwam - Commend (The Premier), n 3876 1324 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Retirement Planners Association - Commend (Mr. F. Chipman), n 3876 1325 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Shelburne County Youth Health and Support Association - Commend (Mr. C. O’Donnell), n 3877 1326 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Spirit of the Eagle’s Feather - Commend (Mr. B. Taylor), n 3877 1327 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Valley Restorative Justice - Commend (Mr. M. Parent), n 3878 1328 International Day of the Lebanese Emigrant - Lebanese Canadians: Best Wishes - Convey (Hon. J. Purves), n 3883, app 3884 1329 Celtic Colours/Pier 21 - Attractions Canada: National Grand Prize - Congratulations (Hon. Rodney MacDonald), n 3884, app 3885 1330 Nova Scotia Agricultural College (NSAC): University Day (25/05/01) - Recognize (Hon. E. Fage) (by Hon. J. Muir), n 3885, app 3886 1331 Sisters of Congregation of Notre Dame/Parks Canada - Fortress Louisbourg: Exhibit/Web Site - Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 3886, app 3886 1332 Health - Tar Ponds Residents: Relocation Costs - Minister Discover (Mr. D. Dexter), n 3887 Resolutions 259 HANSARD INDEX

1333 Port Acadie - Université Sainte-Anne: Editors/Sponsors - Commend (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 3887, app 3888 1334 Insurance Brokers Association (Nova Scotia): Anniversary (20th) - Congratulations (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 3888, app 3889 1335 Toyota East - Evergreen Learning Grounds Program: St. Pat’s-Alexandra School - Participants Congratulations (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 3889, app 3890 1336 Economic Development - Nova Scotia/New England States: Trade - Encourage (Mr. Manning MacDonald), n 3890 1337 South Shore Tourism Association: “Lights Along the Shore” Lighthouse Festival - Congratulations (Mr. K. Morash), n 3890, app 3891 1338 Port Acadie - Université Saint-Anne: Journal - Creation Congratulations (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 3891, app 3892 1339 Baddeck Lions Club: Anniversary (50th) - Congratulations (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 3892, app 3892 1340 Jordan, Frank/Verge, Harold: Sherbrooke Award (2001) - Congratulations (Mr. Ronald Chisholm), n 3893, app 3893 1341 Education - B.C. Silver Junior High School: Environmental Assessment - Minister Undertake (Mr. G. Steele), n 3893, app 3894 1342 MacLeod’s Wholesale Cash and Carry (Sydney River) - Expansion: Management/Staff - Congratulations (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 3894, app 3895 1343 Provo, Jean - Dentistry Degree: Dalhousie University - Graduation Congratulations (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 3895, app 3896 1344 Sports - Fastball: Prospect Road Leagues - Best Wishes Convey (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 3896, app 3896 1345 Finance - Casino (Sydney): Charities - Cutbacks Restore (Mr. D. Wilson), n 3896 1346 Fraser, Ruth and Cyril - Eureka Fire Department: Certificate of Appreciation - Congratulations (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 3897, app 3898 1347 Singer, Ronnie - Municipality of East Hants: Volunteer Award - Congratulations (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 3898, app 3899 1348 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Vehicle Compliance Officers: Privatization - Cease (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 3899 1349 Dylan, Bob: Birthday (60th) - Congratulations (Mr. B. Taylor), n 3899, app 3900 1350 Double “M” Community Club - Municipality of East Hants: Honour - Congratulations (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 3900, app 3901 1351 Demm, Jeff - “Nova Scotia Birds: Sea and Shore Birds”: Book - Launch Congratulations (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 3901, app 3901 1352 Wendy’s Restaurant - Classic Achiever Scholarship Awards Program (Maritime Provinces): Contestants/Thomas, Dave - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 3934 1353 Wendy’s Restaurant - Classic Achiever Scholarship Awards Program (Maritime Provinces): Finalists/Thomas, Dave - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 3934 1354 Lamp Cabin Dining Room and Lounge (Springhill) - Community Efforts: Owners/Manager - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 3935 Resolutions 260 HANSARD INDEX

1355 VISUNET Canada - Print Disabled: Partnership - Participants Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 3939, app 3940 1356 Selig, Peter/Trites, John - Horton High School: Curriculum Development - Efforts Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 3940, app 3941 1357 Campaign for Fairness - Shipyards (Nova Scotia): Revitalization - Include (Mr. D. Dexter), n 3941 1358 Andrews, Derek - Dalhousie Graduation: Page (Nova Scotia Legislature) - Congratulations/Thank (Mrs. M. Baillie), n 3943, app 3944 1359 Sports - Provincial Black Basketball Association: Tournament - Congratulations (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 3944, app 3944 1360 Breast Cancer Survivor Day: Organizers - Commend (Dr. J. Smith), n 3945, app 3945 1361 Manchester-Boylston Fire Department - Fundraising: Efforts - Congratulations (Mr. Ronald Chisholm), n 3946, app 3946 1362 Government (Canada) - Sea Kings: Contract - Details (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 3946, app 3947 1363 Cabot Trail Relay - Athletes/Organizers: Best Wishes - Offer (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 3947, app 3948 1364 Camp Treasure Chest - Asthma Sufferers: Difficulties - Acknowledge (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 3948, app 3949 1365 Sims, Sandy: Bachelor of Education (University of Maine)/Bachelor of Arts (University College of Cape Breton) - Congratulations (Mr. F. Corbett), n 3949, app 3949 1366 Kings County Citizens for Community Well Being - Members: Work - Commend (Mr. M. Parent), n 3950, app 3950 1367 Friends of McNabs Island Society - Beach Sweep: Co-Sponsors - Congratulations (Mr. G. Steele), n 3950, app 3951 1368 Progressive Conservative (PC) Caucus - Pay Increase (3 Per Cent): Charity Donations - Receipts Provide (Mr. D. Wilson), n 3951 1369 Pictou County Tourism Association - Gala Awards Dinner: Recipients - Congratulations (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 3952, app 3953 1370 Harding, Marguerite - Through the Gates: Book - Completion Congratulations (Mr. H. Epstein), n 3953, app 3953 1371 Premier - Accomplishments: Post-Election - Question (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 3953 1372 Port Hawkesbury Judo Club - Tournament: Efforts - Congratulations (Mr. Ronald Chisholm), n 3954, app 3955 1373 Transportation and Public Works - East Dover Road Residents: Improvement Time Frame - Minister Inform (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 3955 1374 Health - Minister: Muir’s Musings - Minimize (Dr. J. Smith), n 3956 1375 Upshaw, Jessica/Higgins, Sarah - Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Festival: Kentville/Port Williams - Representation Congratulations (Mr. M. Parent), n 3956, app 3957 1376 Bruneau, Carol - Purple for Sky: Book - Applaud (Mr. Robert Chisholm), n 3957, app 3958 Resolutions 261 HANSARD INDEX

1377 Sackville Heights Elementary School - Official Opening: Parents/Teachers/Students - Congratulations (Mr. B. Barnet), n 3958, app 3958 1378 Nine Mile River “Group of Five” - Municipality of East Hants: Volunteer Award - Congratulations (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 3959, app 3959 1379 Dominion - Food Bank: Assistance - Residents Congratulations (Mr. J. Pye), n 3959, app 3960 1380 Sable Project - Operators: Anti-Freeze Dumping - Condemn (Mr. J. Holm), n 3960 1381 Wildlife Festival (Nova Scotia) - Eastern Passage: Organizers - Success Wish (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 3961, app 3961 1382 MacDonald, Clayton: Bravery Awards - Congratulations (Mr. F. Corbett), n 3962, app 3962 1383 Timberlea-Prospect - Cleanup Projects: Residents - Thank (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 3962, app 3963 1384 Transportation and Public Works - Routes 306 and 349: Road Work - Residents Assure (Mr. Robert Chisholm), n 3963 1385 Members (4-H) - Congratulations (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 3964, app 3965 1386 National Missing Children’s Day - Recognize (Mr. J. Pye), n 3965, app 3965 1387 Government (Canada)/East Coast Premiers/New England Governors - Georges Bank: United States Drilling Moratorium - Confirm (Mr. D. Dexter), n 3965 1388 Eureka Fire Department - Ladies Auxiliary: Efforts - Applaud (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 4005 1389 Acadia Park (Westville) - Signs: Western Star Lodge - Members Thank (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 4005 1390 Pictou County United Way - Goals: Attainment - Congratulations (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 4006 1391 Fraser, Sarah/Williams, Blair/Noseworthy, Graham - Kimberly-Clark Foundation: Scholarships - Congratulations (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 4006 1392 Smith, Mike - Television Acting: Success - Congratulations (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 4007 1393 Partnership for Access Awareness (Nova Scotia) - Disabled Nova Scotians: Quality of Life - Improvement Congratulations (Hon. P. Christie), n 4010, app 4011 1394 Saint Mary’s University (SMU) - Bacchus Canada Carmi Cimicata Award: Drink Responsibly and Feel Terrific (DRAFT) Team - Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 4011, app 4012 1395 Hemochromatosis Awareness Week (25-31/05/01) - Recognize: Canadian Hemochromatosis Society - Support (Hon. J. Muir), n 4012, app 4013 1396 Cancer Survivors Day (03/06/01) - Celebrate (Mr. D. Dexter), n 4013, app 4014 1397 Lamothe, Guillaume - Canadian Parents for French: Public Speaking Competition - Achievement Congratulations (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 4014, app 4015 1398 Rolfe, Kendall - Access Awareness Week Poster Contest: Winning Entry - Congratulations (The Speaker) (by Mr. B. Taylor), n 4015, app 4016 1399 Stewart, Maggie/Sayaid, Shahin: Marriage - Congratulations (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 4016, app 4017 1400 Aboud, Crystal: Allister MacIntyre Memorial Trophy/Scholarship - Congratulations (Mr. Manning MacDonald), n 4017, app 4018 Resolutions 262 HANSARD INDEX

1401 Reeder, Eleanor - Death of: Friends/Family - Condolences Extend (Mr. B. Barnet), n 4018, app 4018 1402 Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Shearwater - History/Contribution Recognize: Base Maintain - Government (Canada) Encourage (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 4018, app 4019 1403 Naqvi, Dr. Mahmood - Canadian Medical Association Senior Membership: Award - Congratulations (Dr. J. Smith), n 4019, app 4020 1404 Stonehame Chalets (Owners)/MacDonald, Keith - Barrier Free Society: Contributions - Congratulations (Mrs. M. Baillie), n 4020, app 4021 1405 Henneberry, Sister Sadie - Sister of Charity: Golden Jubilee - Congratulations (Mr. F. Corbett), n 4021, app 4021 1406 Celtic Colours/Pier 21 - Attractions Canada: Prizes - Congratulations (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 4022, ap 4022 1407 Chester Basin-New Ross-Chester Lions Club - Adopt-a-Highway Cleanup: Members - Congratulations (Mr. J. Chataway), n 4022, app 4023 1408 Terence Bay River Road - Community Cleanup: Residents/Coordinators - Congratulations (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 4023, app 4024 1409 Insurance Companies - Increases: Senior (70-plus) - Cease (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 4024, app 4024 1410 Greekfest - Saint George’s Greek Orthodox Church/Congregation: Staging - Congratulations (Mr. Robert Chisholm), n 4024, app 4025 1411 Quigley, Dr. John (Jack) - Canadian Medical Association Senior Membership: Award - Congratulations (Dr. J. Smith), n 4025, app 4026 1412 Canadian National (CN) Rail - Stewiacke: Speed Reduction - Town Council Support (Mr. B. Taylor), n 4026, app 4027 1413 Lake, Karen - Chignecto-Central Regional School Board: Science Fair - Prize (1st) Congratulations (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 4027, app 4028 1414 Morrison, Patricia - University College of Cape Breton (UCCB): President’s Award - Congratulations (Mr. Manning MacDonald), n 4028, app 4028 1415 Davis Day - Commemorate: Coal Mining Tragedies (Nova Scotia) - Remember (The Speaker) (by Mr. B. Taylor), n 4028, app 4029 1416 Access Awareness Week - Support: Access Efforts - Year-Round Achieve (Mr. J. Pye), n 4029, app 4030 1417 Canada Post (North Sydney) - Closure: Premier - Counterparts (Canada) Meet (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 4030 1418 Economic Development - Development Strategy: Concentration - Local (Mr. D. Dexter), n 4031 1419 Tourism and Culture: Tourism Operators - Thank (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 4032, app 4032 1420 Bruneau, Carol - Atlantic Book Awards: Prizes - Congratulations (Mr. Robert Chisholm), n 4032, app 4033 1421 Farquhar, Nicholas: Bravery Award - Congratulations (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 4033, app 4034 Resolutions 263 HANSARD INDEX

1422 Thorpe, Jean - Canadian Cancer Society: Efforts - Recognize/Appreciate (Mr. J. Pye), n 4034, app 4034 1423 Davis, Bill - Coal Miners (Nova Scotia): Sacrifice - Recognize (The Speaker), n 4077 1424 Ryan, Dr. Randy/Springhill Chamber of Commerce - Worth Ethic: Community Contributions - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 4077 1425 Dormiedy, Steven and Julie: Foster Parents - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 4078 1426 Heel ‘N’ Wheel-A-Thon - Participants: Dedication/Determination - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 4078 1427 Gamblin, Matt - Basketball: Nova Scotia Midget Provincial Team - Selection Congratulations (The Speaker), n 4079 1428 Winters, Charles: National Peacekeeping Medal - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 4079 1429 Edmunds, Lindsey - Canadian Medical Association Journal: Science Project - Publication Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 4083, app 4083 1430 Wildlife Carvers and Artists Association (Nova Scotia) - Competition and Show: Participants - Congratulations (Hon. E. Fage), n 4083, app 4084 1431 Parrish-Zwicker, Lavinia - Nova Scotia School Boards Association: Presidency - Re-election Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 4084, app 4085 1432 Mine Rescue Competition - Devco Team: Victory - Congratulations (Hon. D. Morse), n 4085, app 4086 1433 Courtesy Chrysler - Labour Dispute: Labour Minister - Services Offer (Mr. D. Dexter), n 4086 1434 Scotia Festival of Music: Director/Volunteers - Congratulations (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 4087, app 4087 1435 MacLeod, Sue - Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM): Poet Laureate - Nomination Congratulations (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 4088, app 4089 1436 Sports - Hockey: Saint John Flames - Calder Cup Victory Congratulations (Mr. Manning MacDonald), n 4089, app 4089 1437 Eastern Shore Schooners - Fastball: Capital Region Boys Championships - Victory Congratulations (Mr. W. Dooks), n 4090, app 4090 1438 Davis Day (11/06) - Commemorate: Coal Industry (Cape Breton) - Death Grieve (Mr. F. Corbett), n 4090, app 4091 1439 Health - Strait-Richmond Hospital: Physician Remuneration - Revision Encourage (Mr. M. Samson), n 4091 1440 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber: Maritime Accord Re-signing - Atlantic Canadian Support (Mr. B. Taylor), n 4092, app 4093 1441 Environment and Labour - Highway No. 103 Landfill: Cleanup Requirements - Minister Remind (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 4093 1442 Florence Fire Department: Anniversary (40th) - Congratulations (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 4093, app 4094 1443 Looke, Andy and Wendy - Canadian Woodlot Forum: Outstanding Contractor Award - Congratulations (Mr. J. Chataway), n 4094, app 4095 1444 Community Services - Leeside Transition House/Transition Houses (Nova Scotia): Budgets - Minister Ensure (Mr. J. Pye), n 4095 Resolutions 264 HANSARD INDEX

1445 South Shore Member of Parliament (MP): Constituency Issues - Prioritize (Mr. D. Downe), n 4096 1446 Port Royal - 400th Anniversary Society: Costa, Jerri/Volunteers - Congratulations (Mr. F. Chipman), n 4096, app 4097 1447 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 333 Bridges: Repair Time Frame - Residents Inform (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 4097 1448 Transportation and Public Works - Little Bras d’Or Bridge Road Work: Completion (02/06/01) - Minister Ensure (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 4098 1449 McNeil, Jenna - Canada Wide Science Fair: Medal (Gold) - Congratulations (Hon. J. Muir), n 4099, app 4099 1450 Izaak Walton Killam-Grace Telethon - Amherst Superstore: Survivor Weekend - Participants Congratulations (Hon. E. Fage), n 4100, app 4100 1451 Nickerson, Jessica: Athletic Success/Determination - Congratulations (Mr. J. Chataway), n 4100, app 4101 1452 Curry, Kristen - Tae Kwon Do: Black Belt - Congratulations (Hon. R. Russell), n 4101, app 4102 1453 Pier 21 - National Award: Best New Attraction - Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 4102, app 4103 1454 Halifax Education Foundation - Bucks for Books Campaign: Fundraising - Volunteers Congratulations (Ms. M. McGrath), n 4103, app 4103 1455 Saint Mary’s Church (Belleisle): Rebuilding Anniversary (25th) - Congratulations (Mr. F. Chipman), n 4104, app 4104 1456 Guinan, Alan and Tomas - Eskimo Bob Cartoon: Success - Congratulations (Hon. J. Muir), n 4104, app 4105 1457 Vaschel, Sonya - Open for Business: Entrepreneur Apprenticeship - Applaud (The Premier), n 4210 1458 Middleton Magic - Volleyball: Bantam Women’s Championship - Congratulations (Mr. F. Chipman), n 4210 1459 Sanford, Ashlea - St. Francis Xavier (F.X.) University: Women’s Volleyball Rookie of the Year - Congratulations (Mr. F. Chipman), n 4211 1460 Springhill - United Baptist Church Youth Group: World Vision 30 Hour Famine - Participation Congratulations (The Speaker), n 4211 1461 River Hebert Elementary School: Volunteers - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 4212 1462 Ross, Lesley and Mallory - Weston Invitational Track Meet (Boston): Medals (Gold) - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 4212 1463 Rural Palliative Care Project - Importance Acknowledge: Health Professionals - Thank (The Speaker), n 4213 1464 Springhill and Area Irish Festival: Volunteers/Organizers - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 4213 1465 Order of Canada: Nova Scotia Recipients - Congratulations (The Premier), n 4220, app 4220 1466 Pictou-Antigonish Regional Library - CLTA Aware: Adopt a Library Literacy Program - Participants Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 4221, app 4221 Resolutions 265 HANSARD INDEX

1467 World Health Organization: World No-Tobacco Day - Support (Hon. J. Muir), n 4221, app 4222 1468 Expenditure Control Act - Exceed: Approval - Request (Hon. N. LeBlanc), n 4222 1469 Horton, Lyndsey: Achievements - Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 4223, app 4223 1470 Hyson, Danielle - Crime Prevention Association (Martins River/Indian Point/ Oakland/Clearland): Bursary - Congratulations (Hon. M. Baker), n 4224, app 4224 1471 Environment and Labour - Davis (Miners’ Memorial) Day: Legislation - Minister Introduce (Mr. D. Dexter), n 4225 1472 Nova Scotia Export Achievement Award: Winners - Congratulations (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 4225, app 4226 1473 David, Diana - Clerk’s Office: Service - Thank (Mr. B. Taylor), n 4226, app 4227 1474 Environment and Labour - Whitney Pier: Relocation - Minister’s Action (Mr. F. Corbett), n 4227 1475 Bridgewater Fire Department/Ladies Auxiliary - Volunteers: Anniversary (125th) - Congratulations (Mr. D. Downe), n 4228 app 4228 1476 MacLeod, Marie - North Queens School: Legislative Visits - Commend (Mr. K. Morash), n 4228, app 4229 1477 MacDonald, Mary Jess - Nova Scotia School Boards Association (NSSBA): Member Recognition Award - Congratulations (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 4229, app 4230 1478 Access Awareness Week (27/05-02/06/01): Partnership for Access Awareness/ Participants - Congratulations (Mr. D. Wilson), n 4230, app 4231 1479 Langley, Brian: Dr. Hugh A. Noble Award - Congratulations (Ms. M. McGrath), n 4231, app 4231 1480 Government (Nova Scotia) - Roads: Tax Revenues - Commit (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 4231 1481 Edmunds, Lindsey - Science Fair Project: Canadian Medical Association Journal - Publication Congratulations (Dr. J. Smith), n 4232, app 4233 1482 Lowe, Claude and Marian - Annapolis County Rural Beautification Committee: Award - Congratulations (Mr. F. Chipman), n 4233, app 4234 1483 Agriculture and Fisheries - Foot and Mouth Disease: Farms (Nova Scotia) - Safety Ensure (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 4234, app 4234 1484 Government (Nova Scotia) - Control: Finance Minister - Admission Confirm (Mr. D. Wilson), n 4234 1485 Royal Canadian Army - Cadet Corps: Role - Praise (Mr. W. Dooks) (by Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 4235, app 4236 1486 Cumberland Shrine Club/Shriners (North America) - Congratulations: Children Assistance - Thank (The Speaker) (by Mr. B. Taylor), n 4236, app 4237 1487 Mitchell, George - Senior Wheels (Bridgewater): Contribution - Congratulations (Mr. D. Downe), n 4237, app 4238 1488 East Preston United Baptist Church - Ladies Auxiliary: Elders - Honour Congratulations (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 4238, app 4239 1489 Best Western Aurora Inn (Kingston, Kings County): Anniversary (20th) - Congratulations (Mr. J. Carey), n 4239, app 4239 Resolutions 266 HANSARD INDEX

1490 Avery, Ms. Kim - Guysborough Waterfront Development Project/Committee: Efforts - Congratulations (Mr. Ronald Chisholm), n 4240, app 4240 1491 Lunenburg Board of Trade - Visitor Service Centre: Opening - Congratulations (Hon. M. Baker), n 4240, app 4241 1492 Nova Scotia School Athletic Federation (NSSAF) - Awards: Recipients - Congratulations (Mr. J. Chataway), n 4241, app 4242 1493 Sheppard, David - House of Assembly “Survivor”: Appreciation - Express (Hon. D. Morse), n 4242, app 4243 1494 Mahone Bay Trading Company - Store Opening: Owner/Staff - Congratulations (Hon. M. Baker), n 4243, app 4243 1495 Riley, Mrs. Marjorie - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 4310 1496 Ross, Mrs. Marjorie - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 4310 1497 Adams, Mrs. Beatrice - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 4311 1498 Fairfax, Mrs. Sarah - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 4311 1499 James, Mrs. Rita - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 4312 1500 Simmonds, Mrs. Ada - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 4312 1501 Slawter, Mrs. Dorothy - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 4313 1502 Clayton, Mrs. Ida - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 4313 1503 Thomas, Mrs. Gladys - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 4314 1504 Kane, Mrs. Mary Jane - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 4314 1505 Glasgow, Mrs. Pearl - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 4315 1506 Saunders, Mrs. Nellie - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 4315 1507 Ross, Mrs. Lillian - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 4316 1508 Glasgow, Mrs. Elsie - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 4316 1509 Johnson, Mrs. Elsie - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 4317 1510 Colley, Mrs. Edna - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 4317 Resolutions 267 HANSARD INDEX

1511 Brooks, Mrs. Eliza - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 4318 1512 Colley, Mrs. Edith - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 4318 1513 Clayton, Mrs. Ida - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 4319 1514 Clayton, Mrs. Ada - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 4319 1515 Looke, Andy and Wendy - Canadian Woodlot Forum: Outstanding Contractor of the Year Award - Congratulations (Hon. M. Baker), n 4320 1516 Ingram, Andy - Millwood High School: Exemplary Participation Award - Congratulations (Mr. B. Barnet), n 4320 1517 Nicks, Stephen - Millwood High School: Exemplary Participation Award - Congratulations (Mr. B. Barnet), n 4321 1518 MacDonald, Candace - Millwood High School: Exemplary Participation Award - Congratulations (Mr. B. Barnet), n 4321 1519 Pashkowski, Amanda - Millwood High School: Exemplary Participation Award - Congratulations (Mr. B. Barnet), n 4322 1520 Marchand, Larry - Millwood High School: Exemplary Participation Award - Congratulations (Mr. B. Barnet), n 4322 1521 Lutz, Dorothy - Sackville Heights Junior High School: Outstanding Service Award - Congratulations (Mr. B. Barnet), n 4323 1522 Credit Union Movement: Contributions - Acknowledge (The Premier), n 4329, app 4330 1523 Canadian National Site Licensing Project - Research Libraries: Participants - Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 4330, app 4330 1524 Fire and Emergency Services - Members: Service - Salute (Hon. D. Morse), n 4331, app 4331 1525 Health - Cochlear Implant Surgery: Availability (Nova Scotia) Announcement - Participants Congratulations (Hon. J. Muir), n 4332, app 4333 1526 Spears, Brenda - Social Work Community: Commitment - Congratulations (Hon. P. Christie), n 4333, app 4333 1527 National Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada - Post-Graduate Scholarships: Nova Scotia Agricultural College (NSAC) - Recipients Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 4334, app 4334 1528 MacLean, Ian - Social Work Community: Contributions - Appreciation Extend (Hon. P. Christie), n 4334, app 4335 1529 World Health Organization: World No-Tobacco Day - Recognize (Mr. D. Dexter), n 4336, app 4336 1530 Health - System: Nurses - Contribution Recognize/Honour (Dr. J. Smith), n 4336, app 4337 1531 Quinlivan-Hall, Sarah/Chui, David - Sackville High School: Lieutenant-Governor’s Medal - Congratulations (Mr. J. Holm), n 4337, ap 4338 Resolutions 268 HANSARD INDEX

1532 Government (Nova Scotia) - Head Injury Prevention: Legislation - Introduce (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 4338 1533 Pictou County Horse Show - Past Times Farm: Event Supporters - Congratulations (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 4339, app 4339 1534 World No-Tobacco Day (31/05/01) - Government (Nova Scotia): Recognize - Second- Hand Smoke Programs Investment (Mr. D. Downe), n 4340 1535 Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) Airwomen’s Reunion - Members: Welcome - Organizers Acknowledge (Mr. T. Olive), n 4340, app 4341 1536 Pettigrew, Mark - Halifax Regional School Board: Golden Apple Award - Congratulations (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 4341, app 4342 1537 Rao, Neesha/Aubut, Anna - National Debating Championships (Junior High): Success - Congratulations (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 4342, app 4342 1538 Sinclair, Carol (Guysborough County): Artistic Achievements - Congratulations (Mr. Ronald Chisholm), n 4343, app 4343 1539 D-Day (06/06/44) - Veterans: Heroism - Thanks Offer (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 4343, app 4344 1540 Health - Nurses: Minister - Support (Mr. D. Wilson), n 4344 1541 Anderson, Travis/Boland, Tricia and Uttaro, Daniel/Quinn, Krista - Nova Scotia School Athletic Federation (NSSAF) Badminton Championship: Titles - Congratulations (The Speaker) (by Mr. B. Taylor), n 4345, app 4346 1542 Young, Joe - East Hants Volunteers Award Night: Award - Congratulations (Mr. J. MacDonell), n 4346, app 4347 1543 Mine Rescue Competition (Nova Scotia/New Brunswick) - Prince Mine Team: Victory - Congratulations (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 4347, app 4347 1544 Bell, Sharon - Heritage Credit Union: Service - Congratulations (Mr. J. Pye), n 4347, app 4348 1545 Health - Physicians’ Salaries: Property Tax Usage - Tory Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) (9) Support Explain (Mr. R. MacKinnon), n 4348 1546 Riverside Education Centre - Mi’kmaq Language Program: Chignecto-Central Regional School Board - Applaud (Ms. Maureen MacDonald), n 4349, app 4350 1547 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Vehicle Compliance Officers: Future - Premier/Minister/Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU) Meet (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 4350 1548 Health - Nurses: Strike Action - Prevent (Dr. J. Smith), n 4350 1549 Economic Development - St. Peters Marina: Renovations - Funding Partners Commend (Mr. M. Samson), n 4351, app 4352 1550 Law Reform Commission - Funding: Law Foundation (Nova Scotia) - Commend (Mr. M. Samson), n 4352, app 4353 1551 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Equalization: Cape Breton The Lakes Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Stance Define (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 4437 1552 Middleton Regional High School - Athletics: Activity Awards - Recipients Congratulations (Mr. F. Chipman), n 4437 1553 Child Pornography - Government (Canada): Legislation - Pass (Mr. F. Chipman), n 4438 Resolutions 269 HANSARD INDEX

1554 Goucher, Peter - Cornwallis District High School: Principal - Work Congratulations (Mr. M. Parent), n 4438 1555 Junction Road Elementary School - Public Speaking: Teaching - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 4439 1556 Golden Opportunities Vocational Rehabilitation Centre (GOVRC) - Workshop: Participants - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 4439 1557 West End Memorial School - Public Speaking: Teaching - Commend (The Speaker), n 4440 1558 Ropak Inc. (Springhill) - Growth: Employees - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 4441 1559 Digby and Area Recreation Commission - Adventure Racing Ltd.: Efforts - Congratulations (Hon. G. Balser), n 4441 1560 Foster, Oren - World War II Soldiers: Film - Applaud (Hon. G. Balser), n 4442 1561 Westville High School - Awards (Non-Academic): Recipients - Congratulations (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 4442 1562 Sports - Nova Scotia Powerlifting Championships: Medals - Middleton Recipients Congratulations (Mr. F. Chipman), n 4443 1563 MacCulloch, Melanie Dawn - St. Francis Xavier (F.X.) University: Bachelor of Information Systems (BIS) Graduation - Congratulations (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 4443 1564 Westville Citizens Crime Prevention Association - Fundraising: Efforts - Congratulations (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 4444 1565 International Day of the Lebanese Emigrant - Recognize: Arab, George - Emigrant of the Year Congratulations (Mr. Robert Chisholm), n 4444 1566 Coady, Louise - Valley View Villa: Award - Congratulations (Mr. J. DeWolfe), n 4445 1567 Chapman, Harry: Dartmouth Book Award - Congratulations (Mr. T. Olive), n 4445 1568 Williams, Shelley - Hockey: Investors Group Community Sport Administration Award - Congratulations (Mr. F. Chipman), n 4446 1569 Heighton, Ronnie - Landlubbers Lobster and Seafood: Opening - Good Fortune Wish (Mrs. M. Baillie), n 4446 1570 Laurie Lodge No. 70: Anniversary (125th) - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 4447 1571 Lieutenant Governor’s Medals: Recipients (Nova Scotia) - Congratulations (Hon. J. Purves), n 4449, app 4450 1572 MacLellan, Lauchie Dan N. - Legacy Congratulations: Shaw, John - Collection Congratulations (Hon. Rodney MacDonald), n 4450, app 4451 1573 Sempra Atlantic - Contract Commitments: Government (Nova Scotia) - Enforce (Mr. J. Holm), n 4451 1574 Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Festival: President/Board of Directors/Volunteers - Congratulations (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 4452, app 4452 1575 House of Assembly - Legislative Staff: Efforts - Applaud (Mr. T. Olive), n 4453, app 4453 1576 Government (Nova Scotia) - Natural Gas: Distribution Policy - Errors Admit (Mr. J. Holm), n 4453 1577 Natural Resources - Natural Gas: Premier - Situation Control (Mr. Manning MacDonald), n 4454 Resolutions 270 HANSARD INDEX

1578 Brown, Greg - Halifax Regional Development Agency: Work - Commend (Mr. D. Hendsbee), n 4455, app 4456 1579 Marguerite Centre - Society for Women Healing from Addictions and Abuse/Director: Establishment - Applaud (Mr. K. Deveaux), n 4456 1580 Izaak Walton Killam Health Centre Telethon - Volunteers/Fundraisers: Appreciation - Extend (Dr. J. Smith), n 4456, app 4457 1581 Alou, Felipe - Baseball: Contribution - Congratulations (Hon. J. Muir), n 4457, app 4458 1582 Ecole St. Joseph-A. MacKay School - Windows on the Past: Production - Congratulations (Ms. Maureen MacDonald) (by Mr. H. Epstein), n 4458, app 4459 1583 Transportation and Public Works - Church Bridge Replacement: Victoria Residents/Minister - Meeting Schedule (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 4459, app 4459 1584 Webber, Frank - Accident (Abs, Simon): Prevention - Congratulations (Mr. W. Dooks), n 4460, app 4460 1585 Pierlot, Caitlin/Tonner, Kelsey - Sir John A. Macdonald High School: Lieutenant Governor’s Medal - Congratulations (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 4460, app 4461 1586 Burke, Eric/St. Annes Nursing Care Centre - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Award: Staff/Board of Directors/Administration - Congratulations (Mr. M. Samson), n 4461, app 4462 1587 Stevens, Randolph/Dimock, Carol M. - Lunenburg Correctional Facility: Efforts - Commend (Hon. M. Baker), n 4462, app 4463 1588 Lewis, Sara Lee - Mermaid Theatre: Order of Canada - Congratulations (Mr. Robert Chisholm), n 4463, app 4463 1589 Johnson, Carla Jean: Accomplishments - Congratulations (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 4464, app 4464 1590 New Democratic Party (NDP) - Annual Convention (Sydney): Well Wishes - Extend (Mr. H. Epstein), n 4464 1591 Health - Premier: Policies - Knowledge Lack (Mr. D. Downe) (by Mr. M. Samson), n 4465 1592 Medic Alert Foundation: Anniversary (40th) - Congratulations (Mr. W. Estabrooks), n 4466, app 4466 1593 Finance - Casino (Sydney): Charity Donation Reduction - Supporters Decry (Mr. D. Wilson), n 4466 1594 Sheppard, David - Legislative Page: Dedication/Service - Thank (Mr. W. Gaudet), n 4467, app 4468 1595 International Air Show - Sydney Kinsmen: Congratulations - Attendance Encourage (Mr. Manning MacDonald), n 4468, app 4468 1596 Health - Barrington: Physician Recruitment Failure - Government (Nova Scotia) Inaction (Dr. J. Smith), n 4469 1597 Health - Physician Recruitment: Government (Nova Scotia) - Leadership Assume (Mr. K. MacAskill), n 4469 1598 Finance - Premier/Minister: Tax Increases - Admit (Mr. D. Downe) (by Mr. M. Samson), n 4470, app 4470 Resolutions 271 HANSARD INDEX

1599 Economic Development - Port Hawkesbury Office: Clerical Position - Termination Reverse (Mr. M. Samson), n 4471 1600 Stream Call Centre - Glace Bay: Government (Nova Scotia) - Location Urge (Mr. D. Wilson), n 4472 1601 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Doctor Recruitment: Bidding War Aversion - Premier’s Promise Remind (Mr. B. Boudreau), n 4472 1602 Health - Richmond Villa: Construction Time Frame - Minister’s Commitment (Mr. M. Samson), n 4547 1603 Health - Physician Coverage: Province Wide - Minister Ensure (Mr. M. Samson), n 4547 1604 First Parrsboro Scout Troop: Efforts - Applaud (The Speaker), n 4548 1605 MacDonell, Mary Catherine - Volunteerism: Recognition - Congratulations (Dr. J. Smith), n 4548 1606 Prince Andrew Woodlawn Environmental Enhancement and Conservation Association ((PAWEECA): Commitment/Initiatives - Congratulations (Dr. J. Smith), n 4549 1607 Jump Rope for Heart - Parrsboro Elementary (Grade 4): Participation - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 4549 1608 Rector, Trevor - Highland Festival for Young Writers: Win - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 4550 1609 Baldwin, Miss Sasha - River Philip Flag: Design Selection - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 4550 1610 Hoffman, Nikki - Nova Scotia School Athletic Federation (NSSAF): Exemplary Participation Award - Congratulations (The Speaker), n 4551 1611 River John Legion - Remembrance Garden: Atlantic Television (ATV) Poker Rally - Fundraising Efforts Congratulations (Mrs. M. Baillie), n 4551 Restoration of the Legal and Environmental Rights of the People of Sydney Act (Bill 35), 1st 1275, 2nd 1709 Richmond County Recreation Department - Volunteer Recognition Night: Recipients - Congratulations (res. 738), n 1940, app 1940 Ridgecliff Middle School/Tantallon Junior High School/Brookside Junior High School - School Trips: Safe Journey - Wishes Extend (res. 1026), n 2999 Right to Vote - Women: Anniversary (83rd) - Recognize (res. 696), n 1783, app 1784 Right to Vote (Women) - Provincial/Federal Elections: Anniversary (83rd) - Recognize (res. 687), n 1776, app 1777 Riley, Mrs. Marjorie - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (res. 1495), n 4310 Ring, David/Cochran, Andrew - Theodore Tugboat/Sparkling Springs: Merchandising - Congratulations (res. 1080), n 3240, app 3241 Riordon, Sue - Veterans Affairs Committee: Commitments - Endorse (res. 31), n 58, app 59 Ritchie, Danny/Family - Lequille Country Store: Reopening - Congratulations (res. 290), n 670, app 671 River Hebert District High School: Class of 2001 - Congratulations (res. 645), n 1653 River Hebert District High School - Teachers/Parents/Volunteers/Staff: Dedication - Acknowledge (res. 759), n 2042 River Hebert Elementary School 272 HANSARD INDEX

River Hebert Elementary School - Creative Circle: Coastal Community Award - Congratulations (res. 716), n 1917 River Hebert Elementary School - Teachers/Parents/Volunteers/Staff: Dedication - Acknowledge (res. 760), n 2043 River Hebert Elementary School: Volunteers - Congratulations (res. 1461), n 4212 River John - Library: Friends of the River John Library - Congratulations (res. 816), n 2197, app 2198 River John - Library and Innovation Centre: Friends of the River John Library - Congratulations (res. 793), n 2069, app 2070 River John Legion - Remembrance Garden: Atlantic Television (ATV) Poker Rally - Fundraising Efforts Congratulations (res. 1611), n 4551 Riverside Education Centre - Mi’kmaq Language Program: Chignecto-Central Regional School Board - Applaud (res. 1546), n 4349, app 4350 Road Improvements Act (Bill 6), 1st 41 Roache, Jonathan - Death of: Family - Sympathy Convey (res. 483), n 1109, app 1110 Robertson, Mary: Nova Scotia Talent Trust Scholarship - Congratulations (res. 815), n 2197, app 2197 Robichaud, Danielle - Veterans: Memorial Mural - Commend (res. 442), n 1005, app 1005 Robinson, Marilyn - Workplace Education Program: Efforts - Appreciation Extend (res. 671), n 1675, app 1676 Rochefort, Nathalie - Montreal Mercier: By-Election - Victory Congratulations (res. 385), n 890, app 890 Rockingham/Birch Cove Girl Guides - Tea and Sale: Fundraising - Congratulations (res. 451), n 1012, app 1012 Rodgers, Kent: Gene Kinch Memorial Award - Congratulations (res. 361), n 848, app 849 Rogers, Douglas/Surette, Winnifred: Caring Canadian Award - Congratulations (res. 589), n 1391, app 1392 Rolfe, Kendall - Access Awareness Week Poster Contest: Winning Entry - Congratulations (res. 1398), n 4015, app 4016 Romeo, Marie - Registered Nurses Association of Nova Scotia (RNANS): Honorary Life Membership - Congratulations (res. 1284), n 3787 Ropak Inc. (Springhill) - Growth: Employees - Congratulations (res. 1558), n 4441 Rosedale Home for Special Care - Residents/Staff: Best Wishes - Send (res. 1219), n 3630, app 3631 Ross, Lesley and Mallory - Weston Invitational Track Meet (Boston): Medals (Gold) - Congratulations (res. 1462), n 4212 Ross, Mrs. Lillian - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (res. 1507), n 4316 Ross, Mrs. Marjorie - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (res. 1496), n 4310 Ross Road School - Evergreen Foundation: Naturalization Committee - Students/Teachers Congratulations (res. 1255), n 3691, app 3691 Rotary Club (Amherst) - El Salvador: Donations - Congratulations (res. 247), n 568, app 569 Ro-Win-Lea 4-H Club: Anniversary (50th) - Congratulations (res. 610), n 1512 Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) Airwomen’s Reunion - Members: Welcome - Organizers Acknowledge (res. 1535), n 4340, app 4341 Royal Canadian Army 273 HANSARD INDEX

Royal Canadian Army - Cadet Corps: Role - Praise (res. 1485), n 4235, app 4236 Royal Canadian Legion - Armed Forces: Awareness Program - Sponsorship Congratulations (res. 881), n 2426, app 2427 Royal Canadian Legion - Branch 15 (New Waterford): Anniversary (75th) - Congratulations (res. 73), n 124, app 125 Royal Canadian Legion - Call to Remembrance (2001): Eastern Passage Education Centre (EPEC) - Victory Congratulations (res. 1126), n 3364, app 3365 Royal Canadian Legion - Call to Remembrance Provincial Competition: Pictou Consolidated School Team - Best Wishes Extend (res. 1059), n 3219 Royal Canadian Legion - Middleton Branch: Anniversary (75th) Medals - Recipients Congratulations (res. 1313), n 3870 Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) - Canadian Peacekeeping Service Medal: Recipients - Congratulations (res. 263), n 649, app 650 Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) - Middleton: Detachment - Opening Congratulations (res. 617), n 1518, app 1518 RandP Golf Venture Inc. - CD-ROM: Launch - Congratulations (res. 658), n 1665, app 1666 Rrafshi, Lulzeem - Kosovar Community: Volunteer - Efforts Congratulations (res. 896), n 2541, app 2542 Ruff, Eric - Yarmouth Museum: Commitment/Fundraising - Applaud (res. 183), n 459, app 459 Rug Hooking Guild (Nova Scotia) - Art: Retention - Congratulations (res. 1277), n 3752, app 3753 Rural Palliative Care Project - Importance Acknowledge: Health Professionals - Thank (res. 1463), n 4213 RUSSELL, Hon. Ronald (Hants West - PC) Assessment Act and Municipal Government Act (Bill 12), 3987, 3994, 4475, 4476 Bills Introduced 20 Government Restructuring (2001) Act, 1st 746, 2nd 2457, 2516, 2556, amdt. 2678, 2700, 2809, 2836, 2879, 3042, 3164, 3258, 3377, 3rd 4035, RA 4544 21 Transportation Amendments (2001) Act, 1st 824, 2nd 3721, 3rd 4130, RA 4544 39 Appropriations Act (2001), 1st 1373, 2nd 1374, 3rd 1375, RA 4545 District of Barrington Health Professionals Assistance Act (Bill 54), 4501, Previous Question Put, 4501 Energy Resources Conservation Act/Pipeline Act (Bill 14), 4476, 4483 Financial Measures (2001) Act (Bill 30), 1163, 1959, Previous Question Put, 1959, 2310, Question Put, 2310, app 2311, 2456 Government Restructuring (2001) Act (Bill 20), 2457, 2816, 3450 Justice Administration Amendment (2001) Act (Bill 25), 3974, 3983 Licensed Practical Nurses Act (Bill 19), 4129, 4130 Ministerial Statements Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 101: Twinning - Construction, 973 Transportation and Public Works: Highway Systems - Needs (10 Year), 2406 Transportation and Public Works: Surplus Crown Property Disposal Report - Highlights, 2178 Russell 274 HANSARD INDEX

Optometry Act (Bill 17), 4127 Registered Nurses Act (Bill 18), 4128, 4129 Reports Tabled Human Rights Commission, 1925 Law Amendments Committee, 3734 Striking Committee: Standing Committees - Appointments, 513 Resolutions 401 Sports - Hockey: Windsor Royals - Don Johnson Cup Congratulations, n 902, app 903 680 Hantsport - Incorporation: Anniversary (106th) - Congratulations, n 1769 1125 Mount Denson Fire - Firefighters: Danger - Recognize, n 3363, app 3364 1209 Etruscan Resources Inc./Mountain Lake Resources - Gold/Diamond: Explorations - Success Wish, n 3533, app 3534 1229 Houston, Elizabeth (Betty) - Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Tea: Work - Applaud, n 3637, app 3638 1285 Jodrey, John - Dalhousie University: Honorary Degree - Congratulations, n 3788 1452 Curry, Kristen - Tae Kwon Do: Black Belt - Congratulations, n 4101, app 4102 Transportation Amendments (2001) Act (Bill 21), 3721, 3725, 4131, 4135 Transportation and Public Works - Roads: Hamm Government - Attention Required (Adj. motion), 43 Ryan, Dr. Randy/Springhill Chamber of Commerce - Work Ethic: Community Contributions - Congratulations (res. 1424), n 4077

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Sable Project - Operators: Anti-Freeze Dumping - Condemn (res. 1380), n 3960 Sackville Business Park: Anniversary (20th) - Congratulations (res. 1201), n 3527, app 3528 Sackville-Cobequid Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Recovery - Inspiration, 1370 Sackville Heights Elementary School - Official Opening: Parents/Teachers/Students - Congratulations (res. 1377), n 3958, app 3958 Sackville High School - Canada Student Leadership Conference: Hosting - Congratulations (res. 709), n 1793, app 1793 Sackville - Kinsmen Club, 1325 Sackville - Service Clubs, 1325 Sackville - St. John Vianney Knights of Columbus, 1325 Sackville-Beaver Bank: Springfield Lake Recreation Association - Efforts, 1324 Sacred Heart School - Provincial Junior High School Debating Championship: Victory - Congratulations (res. 799), n 2184, app 2184 Saint Mary’s Church (Belleisle): Rebuilding Anniversary (25th) - Congratulations (res. 1455), n 4104, app 4104 Saint Mary’s University 275 HANSARD INDEX

Saint Mary’s University (SMU) - Bacchus Canadian Carmi Cimicata Award: Drink Responsibly and Feel Terriffic (DRAFT) Team - Congratulations (res. 1394), n 4011, app 4012 Saint Mary’s University (SMU) - Donahoe, Terry: Honorary Degree Conferral - Congratulations (res. 528), n 1274, app 1274 SAMSON, Mr. Michel (Richmond - L) District of Barrington Health Professionals Assistance Act (Bill 54), 4187, 4200, 4501 Financial Measures (2001) Act (Bill 30), 1839, 1968 Government (Nova Scotia) - Municipal/Provincial Relations: Platform - Commitment Keep (res. 74), 323 Government Restructuring (2001) Act (Bill 20), 2700, 3183 Justice Administration Amendment (2001) Act (Bill 25), 3975, 4485 Lobbyists’ Registration Act (Bill 7), 412 Motor Vehicle Act (Bill 8), 424 Order of Nova Scotia Act (Bill 10), 510, 4474 Petition Presented Health - Strait-Richmond Hospital: Doctor - Hire, 4326 Transportation and Public Works - Gros Nez (Richmond County): Roads - Pave, 2993 Political Process - Parties: Youth - Attract (Adj. motion), 348 Questions (Oral) Acadian Affairs - Executive Director: Position - Interview Details, 2955 Economic Development - Offshore Opportunities: Training Plan - Details, 697 Education - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional School Board: Layoffs - Details, 1543 Education - Curriculum (High School): Delivery - Assurance, 1809 Education: Funding Formula Review - Progress, 764 Education - Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) Schools: Health and Safety - Monitor, 766 Education - Halifax Regional School Board: Closures - Minister’s Involvement, 1299

Education - Halifax Regional School Board: Decision-Making Process - Accessibility, 1051 Education: Janitorial Strike - End, 2217 Education - Janitorial Strike: Minister - Action, 2353 Education - Knowledge House: Funding (Government [Canada]) - Confirm, 4114 Education: Loan Remission Program - Status, 710 Education - Loan Remission Program: Student Loan - Defaults Effect, 1132 Education - Pilot Project: Teachers Union - Consult, 3029 Education - Post-Secondary: Tuition Costs - Action, 1801 Education - Student Loan Program: Taxpayers - Liability, 297 Education - Student Loans: Colleges/Universities - Designations, 299 Education - Teachers: Lack of Accountability - Suggestion, 197 Education - Transportation and Public Works Policy: Review/Recommendations - Minister Table, 3762 Samson-Questions (Oral) 276 HANSARD INDEX

Education - West Kings District High School: Improvements - Ministerial Action, 2224 Emergency Measures Organization (EMO) - Personal Emergency Kit: Press Release - Distribution, 2832 Health - Long-Term Care: Financial Assessment - Admission Delay Explain, 4371 Health - Northside General Hospital: Emergency Room Doctor - Replacement Details, 2346 Health - Richmond Villa: Replacement - Construction Time Frame, 3829 Health - Strait-Richmond Hospital Emergency Room: Physician Lack - Justification, 398 Justice - Elections Act: Changes - Election Commission Consult, 1816 Justice: Escapee - Risk Factor, 778 Justice - Escapee: Threat - Criteria, 591 Justice - Jake Brakes: Legislation - Fine Amounts, 1085 Justice: Nova Scotia Election Committee - Consultation, 1698 Justice - Public Prosecution Service: Director - Recruitment, 1219 Justice - Public Prosecutions: Director - Hire, 1083, 4261 Justice - Tobacco Fines: Finance Minister - Discussions, 1029 Priorities and Planning - Spending: Cabinet Approval - Details, 919 Resolutions 25 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Municipalities (Richmond, Guysborough, Saint Mary’s) - Equalization, n 54 62 Education - Teacher Recruitment: Minister - Plans Begin, n 116 94 Health - Strait-Richmond Hospital Emergency Health Needs: Government (Nova Scotia) - Disregard Condemn, n 183 97 Sports - Hockey: Richmond Hurricanes - Provincial Title Congratulations, n 185, app 186 114 Education - Department: Name Change - Urge, n 266 165 Cape Breton North - Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Performance - Constituencies Judge, n 388 194 Health - Strait-Richmond Hospital Crisis: Minister/Caucus - Solve, n 467 220 Education - Young People: Concerns - Awareness, n 525, app 526 245 Education - Maintenance Workers: Strike - Resolve, n 567 323 Agriculture and Fisheries - Minister (New): Premier - Appoint, n 755 325 Cape Breton North - Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Tory Ministers - Befriend, n 757 409 Hartery, Jack - StoraEnso (Former President/General Manager): Retirement - Best Wishes Convey, n 908, app 909 410 Wal-Mart (Port Hawkesbury) - Cookbooks: Sale - Management/Staff Congratulations, n 909, app 910 502 Environment and Labour - Schools: Public Health - Inspect (by Mr. W. Gaudet), n 1123 520 Acadians - Economy/Culture: Contribution - Recognize, n 1197 543 Fougere, Rose Marie - Richmond County: Volunteer of the Year - Congratulations, n 1285, app 1286 Samson-Resolutions 277 HANSARD INDEX

590 Education - Janitorial Strike: Resolution - Action, n 1392 625 MacMillan, W. Blair Memorial Trust - Annual Public Award: Establishment - Congratulations, n 1524, app 1525 636 Economic Development - L’Ardoise Economic Association for Development (LEAD): Efforts - Congratulations, n 1532, app 1533 711 Anderson, Samantha - Nova Scotia Student Advocacy Coalition: Chair - Election, n 1794, app 1795 738 Richmond County Recreation Department - Volunteer Recognition Night: Recipients - Congratulations, n 1940, app 1940 741 Education - Post-Secondary: Cost - Minister Reduce, n 1942 811 Education - Students: Future - Commitment, n 2193 887 Canadian Peacekeeping Service Medals - Richmond County: Recipients - Congratulations, n 2430, app 2431 890 Health - Physician Recruitment: Policy (Political) - Minister Condemn, n 2433 937 Corrections/Court Services (Richmond and Inverness Counties) - Health/Education: Plans - Need Recognize, n 2663 942 Student Advocacy Coalition (Nova Scotia): Request - Heed, n 2666 974 Health - Celebrex and Vioxx (Arthritis Drugs): Provincial Formulary - Coverage Review, n 2799 1025 Transportation and Public Works - Gros Nez Road: Repaving - Minister Commit, n 2999 1079 Health - Strait Area Physician Recruitment Committee: Efforts - Commend, n 3240, app 3240 1439 Health - Strait-Richmond Hospital: Physician Remuneration - Revision Encourage, n 4091 1549 Economic Development - St. Peters Marina: Renovations - Funding Partners Commend, n 4351, app 4352 1550 Law Reform Commission - Funding: Law Foundation (Nova Scotia) - Commend, n 4352, app 4353 1586 Burke, Eric/St. Annes Nursing Care Centre - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Award: Staff/Board of Directors/Administration - Congratulations, n 4461, app 4462 1599 Economic Development - Port Hawkesbury Office: Clerical Position - Termination Reverse, n 4471 1602 Health - Richmond Villa: Construction Time Frame - Minister’s Commitment, n 4547 1603 Health - Physician Coverage: Province Wide - Minister Ensure, n 4547 Supply Motion, 600-605 Economic Development: Roads - Importance, 603 Government (Nova Scotia) - Funding: Federal - Windfall, 603 Tourism: Statistics - Upgrade, 601 Transportation and Public Works - Roads: Blue Book - Promises, 602 Samson-Supply Motion 278 HANSARD INDEX

Transportation and Public Works - Roads: Inverness County - Condition, 602 Transportation and Public Works - Roads: Richmond County - Condition, 600 Transportation and Public Works: System - Impact, 601 Transportation Amendments (2001) Act (Bill 21), 4134 Sanford, Ashlea - St. Francis Xavier (F.X.) University: Women’s Volleyball Rookie of the Year - Congratulations (res. 1459), n 4211 Saulnier, Darlene - Clare: Volunteer of the Year - Congratulations (res. 595), n 1396, app 1397 Saunders, Mrs. Nellie - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (res. 1506), n 4315 Sawatski, Barb - Prospect Road and Area Fire Department: Fire Chief - Selection Congratulations (res. 714), n 1797, app 1797 Scalers Act (Bill 33), 1st 1105, 2nd 3730, 3rd 4138, RA 4544 Scotia Festival of Music: Director/Volunteers - Congratulations (res. 1434), n 4087, app 4087 Scotsburn Dairy: Expansion - Congratulations (res. 1128), n 3366, app 3366 Scott, Carolyn - Eastern Passage-Cow Bay Lions Club: Volunteer of the Year (2001) - Congratulations (res. 362), n 849, app 850 Scott, Jeremy Douglas - University of New Brunswick (UNB) Law School: Graduation - Congratulations (res. 1162), n 3470, app 3470 Scott, Leslie - Marathon (Orlando, Florida): Completion - Congratulations (res. 55), n 111, app 112 SCOTT, Hon. Murray (Cumberland South - PC) (Speaker) Adjournment of House (Rule 43) Natural Resources - Prince Colliery: Closure - Economic Impact, 3534, 3593 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber: Agreement - Exemption Status, 1679 Petition Presented Transportation and Public Works: Route 209 - Repair (by Mr. B. Taylor), 250 Resolutions 99 Border Belles: Anniversary (20th) - Congratulations, n 247 100 Sports - Basketball: Advocate District High School Lady Coyotes: Championship Season - Congratulations, n 247 166 Arsenault, Bob - Springhill Arena: Collapse - Actions Applaud, n 439 167 Brodie, Rick - Central Nova Tourist Association: Presidents Award - Congratulations, n 439 168 Smith, Louann - Louann’s Creations (Springhill): Opening - Congratulations, n 440 169 Clayton, Larry: Medal of Bravery - Congratulations, n 440 170 Sports - Oxford Regional High School Junior Golden Bears: Cumberland County District Championship - Congratulations, n 441 280 Bentley, Avard - Maple Hall of Fame: Induction - Congratulations, n 663, app 663 302 Murray, Anne: East Coast Music Awards (ECMA) Special Achievement Award - Congratulations (by Mr. B. Taylor), n 680, app 680 330 Knol Farms/Knol, Henry: Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) Certification - Congratulations, n 820 411 All Saints Hospital (Springhill) - Grief Counselling Program: Organizers - Congratulations, n 967 Scott-Resolutions 279 HANSARD INDEX

447 Lada, Raj: Collaborative Research and Development Grant - Congratulations (by Mr. B. Taylor), n 1009, app 1009 552 Fossils of Fundy - Web Site: Participants - Applaud, n 1351 553 Brown, Art - Shipping News: Acting Debut - Congratulations, n 1352 609 Onichino, Luciano: Community Building Project (Parrsboro) - Congratulations, n 1512 610 Ro-Win-Lea 4-H Club: Anniversary (50th) - Congratulations, n 1512 611 Cumberland Municipality - Volunteers of the Year: Recipients - Congratulations, n 1513 612 Brown, Leona - Springhill: Provincial Representative Volunteer - Congratulations, n 1513 613 McPhee, Mary - Parrsboro: Youth Volunteer of the Year - Congratulations, n 1514 641 Health - Helicopter Landing Pad (Parrsboro): Town Council - Commend, n 1651 642 Springhill High School: Class of 2001 - Congratulations, n 1651 643 Advocate District High School: Class of 2001 - Congratulations, n 1652 644 Parrsboro Regional High School: Class of 2001 - Congratulations, n 1652 645 River Hebert District High School: Class of 2001 - Congratulations, n 1653 646 Oxford Regional High School: Class of 2001 - Congratulations, n 1653 675 Carter, Philip - Adventure in Citizenship Program: Springhill Rotary Club - Representation Congratulations, n 1767 676 Lighthouse Day (2001): Participants - Congratulations, n 1767 677 Burton, Nancy - Parrsboro: Provincial Representative Volunteer - Congratulations, n 1768 678 McPhee, Mary - Parrsboro: Youth Volunteer - Congratulations, n 1768 716 River Hebert Elementary School - Creative Circle: Coastal Community Award - Congratulations, n 1917 717 Sports - Badminton: Parrsboro/Advocate - Players Congratulations, n 1917 754 Oxford Regional High School - Teachers/Parents/Volunteers/Staff: Dedication - Acknowledge, n 2040 755 Oxford Elementary School - Teachers/Parents/Volunteers/Staff: Dedication - Acknowledge, n 2040 756 Springhill Junior/Senior High Schools - Teachers/Parents/Volunteers/Staff: Dedication - Acknowledge, n 2041 757 Junction Road Elementary School - Teachers/Parents/Volunteers/Staff: Dedication - Acknowledge, n 2041 758 West End Memorial School - Teachers/Parents/Volunteers/Staff: Dedication - Acknowledge, n 2042 759 River Hebert District High School - Teachers/Parents/Volunteers/Staff: Dedication - Acknowledge, n 2042 760 River Hebert Elementary School - Teachers/Parents/Volunteers/Staff: Dedication - Acknowledge, n 2043 761 Advocate District School - Teachers/Parents/Volunteers/Staff: Dedication - Acknowledge, n 2043 762 Parrsboro Regional High School - Teachers/Parents/Volunteers/Staff: Dedication - Acknowledge, n 2044 Scott-Resolutions 280 HANSARD INDEX

763 Parrsboro Elementary School - Teachers/Parents/Volunteers/Staff: Dedication - Acknowledge, n 2044 764 Wentworth Elementary School - Teachers/Parents/Volunteers/Staff: Dedication - Acknowledge, n 2045 986 Cumberland South - Volunteers: Recognition - Recipients Congratulations, n 2905 987 MacDonald, Adrienne - Springhill: Youth Volunteers of the Year - Congratulations, n 2905 988 Spicer, Peter: District 10 Representative Volunteer - Congratulations, n 2906 989 All Saints Hospital (Springhill) - Ladies Auxiliary: Efforts - Congratulations, n 2906 990 Bentley, Avard - Maple Hall of Fame: Induction - Congratulations, n 2907 991 Cumberland South - Volunteers: Recognition - Recipients Congratulations, n 2907 1111 Albert, Dan and Joanne/Holt, Mr. and Mrs. Jack - Order of Good Times: Best Wishes - Extend, n 3350 1172 Carter, Darrin Logging Ltd. - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Award: Employers/Employees - Congratulations, n 3504 1311 Gamblin, Matt - Basketball: Nova Scotia Midget Provincial Team - Selection Congratulations, n 3869 1352 Wendy’s Restaurant - Classic Achiever Scholarship Awards Program (Maritime Provinces): Contestants/Thomas, Dave - Congratulations, n 3934 1353 Wendy’s Restaurant - Classic Achiever Scholarship Awards Program (Maritime Provinces): Finalists/Thomas, Dave - Congratulations, n 3934 1354 Lamp Cabin Dining Room and Lounge (Springhill) - Community Efforts: Owners/ Manager - Congratulations, n 3935 1398 Rolfe, Kendall - Access Awareness Week Poster Contest: Winning Entry - Congratulations (by Mr. B. Taylor), n 4015, app 4016 1415 Davis Day - Commemorate: Coal Mining Tragedies (Nova Scotia) - Remember, n 4028, app 4029 1423 Davis, Bill - Coal Miners (Nova Scotia): Sacrifice - Recognize, n 4077 1424 Ryan, Dr. Randy/Springhill Chamber of Commerce - Worth Ethic: Community Contributions - Congratulations, n 4077 1425 Dormiedy, Steven and Julie: Foster Parents - Congratulations, n 4078 1426 Heel ‘N’ Wheel-A-Thon - Participants: Dedication/Determination - Congratulations, n 4078 1427 Gamblin, Matt - Basketball: Nova Scotia Midget Provincial Team - Selection Congratulations, n 4079 1428 Winters, Charles: National Peacekeeping Medal - Congratulations, n 4079 1460 Springhill - United Baptist Church Youth Group: World Vision 30 Hour Famine - Participation Congratulations, n 4211 1461 River Hebert Elementary School: Volunteers - Congratulations, n 4212 1462 Ross, Lesley and Mallory - Weston Invitational Track Meet (Boston): Medals (Gold) - Congratulations, n 4212 1463 Rural Palliative Care Project - Importance Acknowledge: Health Professionals - Thank, n 4213 Scott-Resolutions 281 HANSARD INDEX

1464 Springhill and Area Irish Festival: Volunteers/Organizers - Congratulations, n 4213 1486 Cumberland Shrine Club/Shriners (North America) - Congratulations: Children Assistance - Thank (by Mr. B. Taylor), n 4236, app 4237 1541 Anderson, Travis/Boland, Tricia and Uttaro, Daniel/Quinn, Krista - Nova Scotia School Athletic Federation (NSSAF) Badminton Championship: Titles - Congratulations (by Mr. B. Taylor), n 4345, app 4346 1555 Junction Road Elementary School - Public Speaking: Teaching - Congratulations, n 4439 1556 Golden Opportunities Vocational Rehabilitation Centre (GOVRC) - Workshop: Participants - Congratulations, n 4439 1557 West End Memorial School - Public Speaking: Teaching - Commend, n 4440 1558 Ropak Inc. (Springhill) - Growth: Employees - Congratulations, n 4441 1570 Laurie Lodge No. 70: Anniversary (125th) - Congratulations, n 4447 1604 First Parrsboro Scout Troop: Efforts - Applaud, n 4548 1607 Jump Rope for Heart - Parrsboro Elementary (Grade 4): Participation - Congratulations, n 4549 1608 Rector, Trevor - Highland Festival For Young Writers: Win - Congratulations, n 4550 1609 Baldwin, Miss Sasha - River Philip Flag: Design Selection - Congratulations, n 4550 1610 Hoffman, Nikki - Nova Scotia School Athletic Federation (NSSAF): Exemplary Participation Award - Congratulations, n 4551 Speaker’s Rulings Definition of Privilege, 1919, 1924 Definition of Facts Between Members, 1921, 1922 Disagreement of Opinion Between Members, 1920 Disagreement on Interpretation of Statute, 1920 On motion to proceed to Orders of the Day during Notices of Notion, 3021 Provision of Information by Ministers, 1923 Scottish Clans, Federation of: Efforts - Congratulations (res. 320), n 753, app 754 Scottish Clans, Federation of: Tartan Day/Efforts - Recognize (res. 332), n 822, app 823 Scotsburn Fire Department - Muscular Dystrophy Boot Drive: Efforts - Congratulations (res. 1010), n 2925, app 2925 Sea King Helicopters - Government (Canada): Replacement - Urge (Adj. motion), 4300 Sea King Helicopters - Government (Canada): Replacements - Urge (res. 733), n 1936 Second Story Women’s Centre - Girl Talk Program: Contribution - Acknowledge (res. 1023), n 2997 Second Story Women’s Centre - Girl Talk Program: Contribution - Acknowledge (res. 1075), n 3237, app 3237 Securities Act (Bill 28), 1st 1072, 2nd 3972, 3rd 4490, RA 4544 Segboer, Myrna - Raymond, Alberta: Female Citizen of the Year - Congratulations (res. 957), n 2677, app 2678 Selig, Peter/Trites, John - Horton High School: Curriculum Development - Efforts Congratulations (res. 1356), n 3940, app 3941 Sempra Atlantic 282 HANSARD INDEX

Sempra Atlantic - Contract Commitments: Government (Nova Scotia) - Enforce (res. 1573), n 4451 Seniors - Taxes: Increases - Impact, 101 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Access Nova Scotia: Offices - Expansion, 363 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Canada-Nova Scotia Infrastructure Program: Community Projects - Status, qu 1704 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Citadel Hill: Tax Assessment - Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) Effects, qu 590 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Compliance Officers: Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) - Details, qu 1688 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Doctor Recruitment: Bidding War Aversion - Premier’s Promise Remind (res. 1601), n 4472 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Downloading: Premier - Mysterious Force Explain (res. 235), n 560 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Equalization: Cape Breton The Lakes Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Stance Define (res. 1551), n 4437 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Equalization: Free Votes - Allow, 80 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Equalization - Funding, 128 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Equalization: Grants - Source, 129 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Equalization: Principle - New Democratic Party (NDP) Stance, 128 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Equalization: Progressive Conservative (PC) Caucus - Free Vote, 130 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Equalization: Progressive Conservative (PC) Caucus - Premier Consult (res. 161), n 386 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Equalization - Standards, qu 202 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Equalization: Union of Nova Scotia Municipalities (UNSM) - Proposal, qu 1304 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Equalization Plan: Income Tax Base - Consideration, qu 295 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Equalization Program, 162 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Equalization Program: Backbenchers - Stance, 137 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Equalization Program - Beechville-Lakeside-Timberlea, 163 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Equalization Program - Clarify, 236 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Farm Business: Fuel Fee - Justification, qu 595 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Fines - Summary (report tabled), 1072 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Gas Pipeline: Assessment (Municipal) - Negotiation Details, qu 2359 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Glace Bay Heritage Museum Society: Tax Exemption - Support (res. 1033), n 3004 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Glace Bay Heritage Museum Society: Taxation - Minister Explain, qu 2952 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Licence Fees: Tractors - Minister Confirm, qu 304 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations 283 HANSARD INDEX

Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Long-Distance Small Van Carriers: Regulations - Introduction, 14 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Motor Vehicle Registration: On-line - Open (min. stat.), 975 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Motorcycle Awareness Month (min. stat.), 2181 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Municipal Equalization Plan: Rejection - Alternatives, qu 188 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Municipal Transit (Accessible) - Funding Adequacy, qu 2449 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Municipalities (Richmond, Guysborough, Saint Mary’s) - Equalization (res. 25), n 54 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Non-Resident Landownership: Meetings - Input, qu 1141 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Nova Scotia Business Registry - Expansion, 10, 363 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Older Drivers - Safe Driving Courses, 14 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Property Tax: Revenues - Distribution, 137 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Property Taxes: Confusion - Clarity, 80 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Province/Municipalities - Service Exchange, 8 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Provincial/Municipal Relations - Changes, 8 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Registry of Motor Vehicle Services - Expansion, 10 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Registry 2000 - Implementation, 363 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Registry 2000 Initiative - Launch, 10 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Revenue - Details, 505 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Sable Offshore Energy Project (SOEP) Assessment: Decline - Revenue Loss, qu 3478 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Sable Partners: Assessment - Details, qu 3487 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Sempra: Tax Deals - Municipal Policy, qu 3473 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Seniors’ Property Tax Rebate: Increase - Commit (res. 692), n 1780 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Service Nova Scotia Express - Implementation, 363 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Service Nova Scotia Express - Locations, 10 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Sisters of Charity: Motherhouse - Tax Assessment, qu 3540 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Sisters of Charity: Motherhouse - Taxation Justify, qu 3561 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Smith Street (Halifax): Property Tax - Fairness, qu 3491 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Union of Nova Scotia Municipalities - Equalization Proposal, 25 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Vehicle Compliance Officers: Future - Premier/ Minister/Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU) Meet (res. 1547), n 4350 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Vehicle Compliance Officers - Privatization, qu 404 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Vehicle Compliance Officers: Privatization - Cease, (res. 1348), n 3899 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations 284 HANSARD INDEX

Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Vehicle Compliance Officers: Privatization/Reduction - Cease (res. 744), n 1944 Setchell, Cheryl - Hockey: New England - Recognition Congratulations (res. 1049), n 3016 Sfeir, Eminence and Beatitude Cardinal Mar Nasrallah Peter: Halifax - Welcome (res. 24), n 54, app 54 Shag Harbour - Post Office: Stamp - Granting Congratulations (res. 284), n 666, app 666 Shearwater Aviation Museum - Board of Directors/Staff: Dedication - Congratulations (res. 187), n 462, app 462 Sheppard, David - House of Assembly “Survivor”: Appreciation - Express (res. 1493), n 4242, app 4243 Sheppard, David - Legislative Page: Dedication/Service - Thank (res. 1594), n 4467, app 4468 Shotwell, Gordon - National Debating Team: Selection - Congratulations (res. 1082), n 3242, app 3243 Shubenacadie Canal Committee - Fairbanks Centre: Foresight - Congratulations (res. 299), n 677, app 678 Siebold, Lorraine - Handcrafts: Royal Gift - Congratulations (res. 924), n 2652, app 2652 Silver, David and Donna: George Winters Memorial Award - Congratulations (res. 858), n 2339, app 2339 Simmonds, Mrs. Ada - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (res. 1500), n 4312 Sims, Sandy: Bachelor of Education (University of Maine)/Bachelor of Arts (University College of Cape Breton) - Congratulations (res. 1365), n 3949, app 3949 Sinclair, Carol (Guysborough County): Artistic Achievements - Congratulations (res. 1538), n 4343, app 4343 Singer, Ronnie - Municipality of East Hants: Volunteer Award - Congratulations (res. 1347), n 3898, app 3899 Sinnis, Dave/MacKenzie, Kevin - Westville Midget “A” Miners: Coaches - Work Acknowledge (res. 1213), n 3624 Sir John A. Macdonald High School - Graduation: Guest Speaker (Estabrooks, Mr. William) - Congratulations (res. 795), n 2174 Sisters of Congregation of Notre Dame/Parks Canada - Fortress Louisbourg: Exhibit/Web Site - Congratulations (res. 1331), n 3886, app 3886 Ski Cape Smokey - Season: Success - Congratulations (res. 222), n 527, app 527 Skilled Workers - Migration: Hamm Government - Incentives Create (res. 949), n 2672 Skills Agenda, 21 Skinner, Tom: Woodlot Owner of the Year (2000) - Congratulations (res. 1161), n 3469, app 3469 Slawter, Mrs. Dorothy - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (res. 1501), n 4313 Slow Learner - Terminology: Unparliamentary - Consider (res. 501), n 1122 Smith, Daniel and Rennie - Melvin Jones Awards: Recipients - Congratulations (res. 42), n 66, app 67 Smith, Ernest “Smokey” - Victoria Cross Winner (Surviving): Bravery - Recognize/Honour (res. 1199), n 3526, app 3526 Smith 285 HANSARD INDEX

SMITH, Dr. James (Dartmouth East - L) Address in Reply, 79-88 Community Services - Child Abuse: Initiatives - Compliment, 87 Community Services - Youth Crisis Intervention Team: Operating Hours - Reduction, 86 Dalhousie University Medical School - Teen Mental Health: Chair - Creation, 86 Dartmouth East: Constituents - Treatment, 80 East Dartmouth Boys and Girls Club - Community Centre: Joint Venture - Support, 87 Education - Mary Lawson School Closure: Parents Group - Commend, 87 Fairbanks Centre (Shubie Park) - Funding: Commitment - Revisit, 87 Health - Alzheimer’s Drugs: Formulary - Exclusion Explain, 83 Health: Care - Information System, 81 Health - Care: Investments - Necessity, 81 Health - Clinical Footprint: Programs Lack, 84 Health - Clinical Footprint: Report - Contents, 84 Health - Dartmouth General Hospital: Emergency Department Expansion - Congratulations, 85 Health: Disease - Prevention, 86 Health: Formulary Committee - Expand, 83 Health - Nurse Practitioner: Legislation - Inclusion, 85 Health - Nursing Strategy, 85 Health - Physician Recruitment: Plan - Details, 83 Health - Seniors’ Pharmacare: Premiums - Status, 83 Health: Technology - Investment, 81 Health - Telehealth: Speech from the Throne - Omission, 83 Health - User Fees: 911 - Status, 83 Health: Wellness - Promotion, 86 Liberal Caucus - Commitment, 88 Lieutenant-Governor (Freeman, Hon. Myra): Congratulations, 79 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Equalization: Free Votes - Allow, 80 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Property Taxes: Confusion - Clarity, 80 Speech from the Throne - Children: Commitment - Renewed, 86 Speech from the Throne - Initiatives: Reannouncements, 82 Speech from the Throne - Initiatives: Reannouncements - Lists, 82 Speech from the Throne: Liberal Caucus - Disappointment, 80 Speech from the Throne - Priorities, 84 Sports - World Curling Championships: Kelly, Kim - Inclusion, 87 Bills Introduced 43 Moratorium on Medicare User Fees Act, 1st 2319 59 Motor Vehicle Act, 1st 3663, 2nd 4272 District of Barrington Health Professionals Assistance Act (Bill 54), 4143, 4491, amdt. 4501; neg. 4501 Education - Janitorial Strike: Student Safety - Ensure (res. 373), 1242 Smith 286 HANSARD INDEX

Education - Neighbourhood Schools: Closure - Reassess (Adj. motion), 613 Financial Measures (2001) Act (Bill 30), 1575, 2157 Government Restructuring (2001) Act (Bill 20), 2733, 3258 Health - Bone Marrow Transplants: Travel Costs - Children/Parents Fund (Adj. motion), 4195 Health - Care Workers: Minister - Apologize (res. 661), 2381, 2381 Health - Long-Term Care: Crisis - Solve (res. 214), 722 Licensed Practical Nurses Act (Bill 17), 3706 Motor Vehicle Act (Bill 59), 4272 Optometry Act (Bill 17), 3700, 4127 Provincial Sovereignty Act (Bill 38), 2969 Questions (Oral) Health - Alzheimer’s: Drug Treatment - Effectiveness, 1092 Health - Budget (2001-02): Nova Scotia Nurses’ Union (NSNU) - Funding Adequacy, 1130 Health - Chief Information Officer: Cost - Justify, 1545 Health - Clinical Footprint: Impetus - Political, 687 Health - Clinical Footprint: Recommendations - Release, 582 Health - Clinical Footprint Report: Hospital Closures - Confirm, 4122 Health - Colchester Regional Hospital: Beds Closure - Reason Verify, 3764 Health - Dalhousie Medical School: Training Spots - Increase, 4259 Health - District Health Authority (Northern Region): Administrative Positions - Addition Justify, 2215 Health - District Health Authority No. 2: Budget - Reduction Details, 3027 Health - District Health Authority No. 2: Orthopaedic Surgery - Cuts Explain, 3548 Health - Healthcor: Footprint Consultation - Minister Awareness, 579 Health - Home Support Workers: Wage Parity - Lack Explain, 2437 Health: Information Systems - Details, 1035 Health - Information Technology (IT): Nurses - Choice, 309 Health: In-Home Support Program - Availability, 1213 Health: Long-Term Care - Strategy, 396 Health - Medical Specialists: Retention - Minister’s Action, 1693 Health - Northside General Hospital: Doctors Recruitment - Policy, 2343 Health - Nova Scotia Nurses’ Union (NSNU): Negotiations - Details, 2825 Health - Nurses: Recruitment - Information, 1696 Health - Nurses: Wage Package - Adequacy, 3826 Health - Nurses (Nova Scotia): Policy - Health Minister Justify, 4364 Health - Nurses’ Strike: Contingency Plan - Details, 2941, 4107 Health: Nursing Shortage - Status, 2348 Health - Physician Recruitment: Grants Provision - Municipalities Identify, 4247, 4249 Health - Physician Recruitment: Municipalities - Policy, 3767 Health - Physician Recruitment Policy: Premier’s Agreement - Minister Explain, n 4358 Health - Provincial Hospital: Requirements - Details, 192 Smith-Questions (Oral) 287 HANSARD INDEX

Health - Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre: Liver Transplant Program - Status, 2827 Health - Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre: Paramedic Training Program - Information, 1811 Health - Roseway Health Registry: Switchboard - Closure Inform, 3550 Health - Tobacco Control Strategy: Recommendations - Implement, 3909 Health - Tobacco Control Strategy: Report Tabling - Delay Explain, 1306 Registered Nurses Act (Bill 18), 3716 Resolutions 19 Health - System: Costs - Minister of Finance Apologize, n 50 40 Legislative Library: Staff - Congratulations/Thank, n 65, app 65 56 Government (Nova Scotia) - Mismanagement: Finance Minister - Fault Acknowledge, n 112 85 Health - Care: System - Clinical Footprint, n 176 163 Health - Care: Decisions - Source, n 387 185 Health - Care: Crisis - Minister’s Response, n 460 214 Health - Long-Term Care: Crisis - Solve, n 521, d 722 270 Health - Care: Plan - Details, 656 342 Sports - Hockey: SEDMHA Tournament - Participants Congratulations, n 830, app 831 361 Rodgers, Kent: Gene Kinch Memorial Award - Congratulations, n 848, app 849 425 Health - Hepatitis C: System - Accountability Organize, n 991 485 Prince Andrew High School - Fame: Production - Participants Congratulations, n 1111, app 1111 549 Volunteers: Congratulations/Appreciation - Extend, n 1290, app 1290 578 Health - Addiction Services: Women - Responsibility Acknowledge, n 1383 599 Almon, Sarah/Murphy, Erin: Chief Scout Award - Congratulations, n 1399, app 1400 661 Health - Care Workers: Minister - Apologize, n 1667, d 2381 693 Lindsey, Cal - Army Cadet League: Executive Vice-President - Election Congratulations, n 1781, app 1782 729 Health - Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre: Cardiology Programs - Participants Congratulations, n 1933, app 1933 750 Goldbloom, Dr. Ruth - Nova Scotia College of Art and Design (NSCAD): Honorary Degree - Congratulations, n 1949, app 1950 775 Health - Seniors: Punishment - Premier Cease, n 2056 805 Caines, Dr. Judy - Medical Society of Nova Scotia: Distinguished Service Award - Congratulations, n 2188, app 2189 821 MacNeil, Jack: Elizabeth Ann Seton Award (2001) - Congratulations, n 2201, app 2202 889 Health - Alzheimer’s Drugs: Evidence - Reconsider, n 2432 928 Health - National Nursing Week (07-13/05/01): Nurses - Appreciation Extend, n 2656, app 2656 948 Health - Care Team: Nurses - Value Recognize, n 2671, app 2671 968 Health - Nurses: Value - Recognize, n 2795 Smith-Resolutions 288 HANSARD INDEX

1003 Licensed Practical Nurses Day (09/05/01) - Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs): Gratitude - Extend, n 2920 1077 Health - Aberdeen Hospital: Volunteers - Commend, n 3238, app 3239 1085 Health - Roseway Hospital: Volunteers - Congratulations, n 3244, app 3245 1124 Brown, A. Garnet - Saint Mary’s University: Honorary Degree - Congratulations, n 3363, app 3363 1144 Licensed Practical Nurses Act/Registered Nurses Act: Second Reading - Call, n 3456 1153 Government (Nova Scotia) - Scooters: Helmet Usage - Legislation Introduce, n 3463 1243 Health - District Health Authorities: Budget Cuts - Effects, n 3682 1246 Health - District Health Authority No. 2: Budget Cuts - Shelburne County Effect, n 3684 1360 Breast Cancer Survivor Day: Organizers - Commend, n 3945, app 3945 1374 Health - Minister: Muir’s Musings - Minimize, n 3956 1403 Naqvi, Dr. Mahmood - Canadian Medical Association Senior Membership: Award - Congratulations, n 4019, app 4020 1411 Quigley, Dr. John (Jack) - Canadian Medical Association Senior Membership: Award - Congratulations, n 4025, app 4026 1481 Edmunds, Lindsey - Science Fair Project: Canadian Medical Association Journal - Publication Congratulations, n 4232, app 4233 1530 Health - System: Nurses - Contributions Recognize/Honour, n 4336, app 4337 1548 Health - Nurses: Strike Action - Prevent, n 4350 1580 Izaak Walton Killam Health Centre Telethon - Volunteers/Fundraisers: Appreciation - Extend, n 4456, app 4457 1596 Health - Barrington: Physician Recruitment Failure - Government (Nova Scotia) Inaction, n 4469 1605 MacDonell, Mary Catherine - Volunteerism: Recognition - Congratulations, n 4548 1606 Prince Andrew Woodlawn Environmental Enhancement and Conservation Association (PAWEECA): Commitment/Initiatives - Congratulations, n 4549 Sea King Helicopters - Government (Canada): Replacement - Urge (Adj. motion), 4306 Smith, Kathryn - Novel: Release - Congratulations (res. 694), n 1782, app 1782 Smith, Louann - Louann’s Creations (Springhill): Opening - Congratulations (res. 168), n 440 Smith, Mike - Television Acting: Success - Congratulations (res. 1392), n 4007 Smith, Nathaniel - Prospect: Genealogical Research - Recognize/Thank (res. 75), n 126, app 126 Smith, R.I. Co. Ltd./Canus Fisheries Ltd./Sea Star Seafoods Ltd. - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Awards: Employers/Employees - Congratulations (res. 1177), n 3507 Sobeys - Serca Foodservice (Sydney) Shutdown: Cape Breton - Disdain Illustrate (res. 228), n 531 Sobeys Stars of Christmas Project - Gertrude Parker Elementary School: Selection - Congratulations (res. 49), n 106, app 107 Social Workers Act (Bill 34), 1st 1185, 2nd 3731, 3rd 4139, RA 4544 South Pole Rescue: Canadian Captain/Crew - Commend (res. 796), n 2174 South Shore District School Board - Heritage Fairs: Organizers/Participants - Congratulations (res. 898), n 2543, app 2544 South Shore Naval Association 289 HANSARD INDEX

South Shore Naval Association - Cornwallis Memorial Reunion: Book - Contributors Recognize (res. 705), n 1790, app 1791 South Shore Member of Parliament (MP): Constituency Issues - Prioritize (res. 1445), n 4096 South Shore Regional Hospital - Ladies Auxiliary: Anniversary (50th) - Congratulations (res. 1191), n 3519, app 3520 South Shore Tourism Association: “Lights Along the Shore” Lighthouse Festival - Congratulations (res. 1337), n 3890, app 3891 Southwest Shore Development Authority: Contributions - Commend (res. 632), n 1529, app 1530 Spacey, Kevin - Academy Awards: Nova Scotia Mention - Applaud (res. 45), n 103, app 104 Spares, Ken - Fitness: Efforts - Example Congratulations (res. 651), n 1660, app 1660 Spears, Brenda: David William Connors Memorial Award - Congratulations (res. 103), n 257, app 258 Spears, Brenda - Social Work Community: Commitment - Congratulations (res. 1526), n 4333, app 4333 Speech from the Throne - Appraisal, 73 Speech from the Throne - Cape Breton: Comments - Veracity, 77 Speech from the Throne: Cape Breton - Relevance, 148 Speech from the Throne - Children: Commitment - Renewed, 86 Speech from the Throne - Children - Reference, 76 Speech from the Throne - Commitments, 22 Speech from the Throne - Déjà vu, 235 Speech from the Throne - Disappointment, 131 Speech from the Throne - Explanation, 72 Speech from the Throne: Forestry - Issues, 154 Speech from the Throne - Good Ideas: New Democratic Party (NDP) - Support, 70 Speech from the Throne - Guidance, 27 Speech from the Throne - Initiatives: Reannouncements, 82, 135, 236 Speech from the Throne - Initiatives: Reannouncements - Lists, 82, 135 Speech from the Throne: Liberal Caucus - Disappointment, 80 Speech from the Throne - Nova Scotia: Progress - Measure, 232 Speech from the Throne - Priorities, 84 Speech from the Throne: Programs - Genesis, 72 Speech from the Throne - Review, 69 Speech from the Throne - Roads: Importance - Recognition, 152 Speech from the Throne - Summary, 71 Speech from the Throne - Women’s Issues - Lack, 30 Speech from the Throne - Youth: Emphasis - Welcome, 29 Speech from the Throne (07/10/99): Commitments - Abandonment, 69 Speech from the Throne (2000): Commitments - Update, 233 Speech from the Throne 290 HANSARD INDEX

SPEECH FROM THE THRONE (by the Lieutenant Governor [Hon. Myra A. Freeman]), 2-17 Agencies, Boards and Commissions - Reduction: Legislation - Introduction, 16 Agriculture and Fisheries: Agricultural Income Disaster Assistance Program - Continuation, 12 Agriculture and Fisheries: Net Income Stabilization Account - Continuation, 12 Agriculture and Fisheries - Nova Scotia Agricultural College: Curriculum - Expansion, 12 Agriculture and Fisheries - Oil and Gas Development: Fishery - Impact Respect, 12 Cape Breton North - MLA (Cecil Clarke): Welcome - Extend, 2 Children: Physical Health/Emotional Well Being - Government Investment, 4 Children/Adolescents - Mental Health Services: Access - Improvement, 4 Community Services - Child Care: Access - Expansion, 5 Community Services: Social Assistance System - Benefits, 8 Community Services: Welfare System - Changes, 8 Conclusion, 17 Corporate Business Plan - Publication, 16 Digital Economy: Advancement - Plan, 11 Dowell, Hansen - (Annapolis East MLA, 1960-1963): Death of - Tribute, 2 Economic Development - Cape Breton Growth Fund, 11 Economic Development - Government (N.S.)/Cape Breton: Modern Economy - Develop, 11 Economic Development: Nova Scotia Business Opportunities Initiative/Industrial Benefits Program - Implementation, 11 Economy: Government (Nova Scotia) - Progress, 9 Economy (Nova Scotia) - Potential, 8 Education: Active Young Readers Program - Expansion, 3 Education: Code of Conduct - Implementation, 4 Education - Community College: Opportunities - Nova Scotians Increase, 4 Education: Foundation - Prosperity (Nova Scotia), 3 Education - Grade 6: Literacy Levels - Testing, 3 Education - Grade 6: Literacy Levels Tests - Parents Share, 3 Education: Student Career Portfolio - Introduction of, 4 Education - Students: Special Needs - Approaches, 4 Education: System - Initiatives, 3 Education: Youth Pathways and Transitions - N.S. Community College, Links, 4 Education: Youth Pathways and Transitions Program - Launching, 4 Environment and Labour: Drinking Water - Regulations, 13 Environment and Labour: Greenhouse Gases - Reduction, 14 Environment and Labour - Sewage Management: Strategy - Development, 14 Environment and Labour - Sewer Services: Funding - Commitment, 13 Environment and Labour - Solid Waste Management - Stewardship Agreements, 14 Environment and Labour - Water Management Plan: Release - Imminent, 14 Family Violence: Civic Addressing Project - Implementation, 14 Fire Prevention Act: Select Committee - Review, 15 Giles, Steve: Achievements - Celebrate, 2 Speech from the Throne 291 HANSARD INDEX

Government (Nova Scotia) - Agencies, Boards and Commissions: Accountability - Improve, 15 Government (Nova Scotia): Balanced Budget - 2002-03, 15 Government (Nova Scotia): Children - Programs and Benefits, 3 Government (Nova Scotia): Decisions - Impact, 3 Government (Nova Scotia) - Deficit and Debt, 15 Government (Nova Scotia): Economy: Leadership - Demonstrate, 9 Government (Nova Scotia): Nova Scotia Skills Agenda - Launch, 9 Government (Nova Scotia) - Social Agencies: Grants - Accountability, 16 Government (Nova Scotia): Telecommunications: Access - Enhancement, 9 Halifax Fairview - MLA (Graham Steele): Welcome - Extend, 2 Health: Care - Costs, 5 Health: Clinical Services Planning - Phase 2, 6 Health: Community Health Boards - Wellness Fund, 7 Health: Comprehensive Tobacco Control Strategy - Introduction, 7 Health: Continuing Care Sector - Planning Tools, 16 Health - Home Care: Assessment and Admission Criteria - Modernization, 6 Health - Hospitals: Clinical Services - Analysis, 6 Health: Information Management System - New, 6 Health - Medical Students: Debt, Assistance Program - Announcement, 6 Health - Nurse Practitioners: Legislation - Introduction, 7 Health - Nurses - Recruitment, 6 Health - Nursing Strategy - Implementation, 7 Health: Patient Navigation System - Introduction, 7 Health - Premier’s Youth Advisory Council on Smoking: Strategies - Development, 7 Health - Seniors: Long-Term Care - Pilots, 6 Home Invasion: Community Outreach Program - Introduction, 14 How, Harry - (Kings South MLA, 1970-1983): Death of - Tribute, 2 Human Resources Department: Mandate - Extension, 17 Information Management Systems - Health and Education, 16 International Year of Volunteers - Recognition: Order of Nova Scotia - Introduction, 2 International Year of Volunteers - Volunteers: Effects - Celebrate, 2 Jones, Colleen: Achievements - Celebrate, 2 Justice: Restorative Justice Program - Expansion, 5 MacMaster, Natalie: Achievements - Celebrate, 2 Moved - Mr. Timothy Olive, 18 National Children’s Agenda - Resources: Commitment - Increase, 5 Natural Resources - Aboriginal Court Challenges: Negotiations - Continuation, 13 Natural Resources: Brand Nova Scotia - Introduction, 12 Natural Resources: Forest Strategy - Implementation, 12 Natural Resources - Nature Conservancy of Canada: Land - Preservation, 13 Natural Resources: Offshore - Revenues, 8 Natural Resources: Silviculture - Crown Land, 12 Speech from the Throne 292 HANSARD INDEX

Natural Resources: Traditional Resource Industries - Importance, 12 Nova Scotia Business Inc. - Investment Decisions, 16 Nova Scotia - Quality of Life: Ensure - Commitment, 13 O’Connell, Eileen - (Halifax Fairview MLA, 1996-2000): Death of - Tribute, 2 Premier’s Council on Energy: Energy Strategy - Development, 13 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Long-Distance Small Van Carriers: Regulations - Introduction, 14 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Nova Scotia Business Registry - Expansion, 10 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Older Drivers - Safe Driving Courses, 14 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Province/Municipalities - Service Exchange, 8 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Provincial/Municipal Relations - Changes, 8 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Registry of Motor Vehicle Services - Expansion, 10 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Registry 2000 Initiative - Launch, 10 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Service Nova Scotia Express - Locations, 10 Sports - Fitness Participation: Strategy - Develop, 5 Supreme Court of Canada - Family Division: Federal Government - Expansion Urge, 5 Tourism and Culture: Marketing - Tourism Partnership Council, 11 Trans Canada Trail System - Expansion, 14 Transportation and Public Works: Funding - Increase, 10 Transportation and Public Works: New Advertising Signage Policy - Implementation, 11 Transportation and Public Works - Rural and Semi-Rural Inclusive Transportation Support Program: Accessibility - Provision, 14 Transportation and Public Works: Ten-Year Needs Assessment Study - Release, 10 Trudeau, Pierre Elliott: Death of - Tribute, 2 Sperdakes, John: Death of - Tribute, 1322 Spicer, Peter: District 10 Representative Volunteer - Congratulations (res. 988), n 2906 Sports - 2001 World Under 17 Hockey Challenge: Truro/New Glasgow - Organizing Committee Congratulations (res. 605), n 1404, app 1404 Sports - Baddeck Academy Broncos: Provincial Hockey Tournament - Victory Congratulations (res. 512), n 1191, app 1191 Sports - Badminton: Nova Scotia Sport Athletic Federation (NSSAF) Championships - Participants Congratulations (res. 941), n 2666, app 2666 Sports - Badminton: Parrsboro/Advocate - Players Congratulations (res. 717), n 1917 Sports - Basketball: Advocate District High School Lady Coyotes: Championship Season - Congratulations (res. 100), n 247 Sports - Basketball: Amherst Bantam B Rebels - Success Congratulations (res. 745), n 1945, app 1946 Sports - Basketball: Andrea, Paul/X-Men - Good Luck Convey (res. 21), n 51, app 52 Sports - Basketball: Leah Dugas Memorial Tournament - Participants Congratulations (res. 774), n 2055, app 2056 Sports - Basketball: Lockeport Junior Boys Team - Regional Title Congratulations (res. 297), n 676, app 676 Sports - Basketball: Sackville Lazers - Congratulations (res. 15), n 47, app 47 Sports 293 HANSARD INDEX

Sports - Basketball: Sackville Lazers - Gold Medal Congratulations (res. 338), n 827, app 828 Sports - Basketball: Sackville Nu Youth Sonics - Applaud (res. 151), n 378, app 379 Sports - Basketball Canadian Inter-University Athletic Union (CIAU) Championships (Men): St. Francis Xavier (F.X.) - Effort Congratulations (res. 57), n 112, app 113 Sports - Basketball Canadian Inter-University Athletic Union (CIAU) Championships (Men): St. Francis Xavier (F.X.) - Congratulations (res. 8), n 41, app 42 Sports - Basketball Canadian Inter-University Athletic Union (CIAU) Championships (Men): St. Francis Xavier (F.X.) - Win Congratulations (res. 37), n 62, app 63 Sports - Basketball Canadian Inter-University Athletic Union (CIAU) Championships (Men): St. Francis Xavier (F.X.)/Staff/Officials - Congratulations (res. 9), n 42, app 43 Sports - Basketball (Girls): Truro Tigers/Bible Hill Knights - Commitment Recognize (res. 534), n 1279, app 1279 Sports - Bible Hill Elementary School: Fair Play - Achievements Recognize (res. 106), n 259, app 260 Sports - Bowling: East Coast Championship - New Waterford Girls Congratulations (res. 241), n 564, app 565 Sports - Brookfield Curling Club: Bonspiel Hosts - Congratulations (res. 308), n 685, app 685 Sports - Cape Breton Night of Kick Boxing: Competitors/Organizers - Best Wishes Extend (res. 876), n 2422, app 2423 Sports - Communicable Diseases: Spread - Concern, qu 776 Sports - Curling: Bible Hill Junior High School Team - Congratulations (res. 670), n 1674, app 1675 Sports - Curling: Colleen Jones Team - Applaud (res. 356), n 844, app 845 Sports - Curling: Colleen Jones Team - Best Wishes Convey (res. 7), n 39, app 40 Sports - Curling: Colleen Jones Team - Return Welcome (res. 652), n 1660, app 1661 Sports - Curling: Colleen Jones Team - Victory Congratulations (res. 357), n 845, app 846 Sports - Curling: Colleen Jones Team - World Championships Congratulations (res. 647), n 1656, app 1656 Sports - Curling: Colleen Jones Team - World Championships Congratulations (res. 352), n 840, app 841 Sports - Curling: Dacey Rink - Applaud (res. 51), n 108, app 109 Sports - Curling: Truro Fire Brigade - Championship Congratulations (res. 304), n 681, app 682 Sports - Curling: Westville High School Team (Boys) - Efforts Congratulations (res. 133), n 280, app 281 Sports - Diving Competition: Matheson, Kaitlyn - Best Wishes Extend (res. 1044), n 3013 Sports - Diving Competition: Matheson, Kaitlyn - Best Wishes Extend (res. 1072), n 3234, app 3235 Sports - Fastball: Prospect Road Leagues - Best Wishes Convey (res. 1344), n 3896, app 3896 Sports - FCLD Enterprise (Falconer Family) - Building Healthier Futures Corporate Award (2001) - Congratulations (res. 1007), n 2923, app 2923 Sports - Figure Skating: Davidson, Alyssa/Whidden, Amanda - Commitment Recognize (res. 156), n 382, app 383 Sports - Figure Skating: Provincial Championships (2001) - Amherst Skating Club Congratulations (res. 786), n 2064, app 2064 Sports - Fitness Participation: Strategy - Develop, 5 Sports 294 HANSARD INDEX

Sports - Glace Bay Sports and Community Volunteer Hall of Fame: Organizers/Recipients - Congratulations (res. 347), n 834 Sports - Gymnastics: Amherst Aerials - Gymnasts Recognize (res. 1104), n 3347 Sports - Halifax-St. Margaret’s Ringette: Teams - Participants Congratulations (res. 630), n 1528, app 1528 Sports - Hector Arena: Activities - Recognize (res. 1096), n 3252, app 3253 Sports - Hockey: Antigonish Bulldogs - Congratulations (res. 507), n 1187, app 1188 Sports - Hockey: Antigonish Junior A Bulldogs - Success Wish (res. 337), n 826, app 827 Sports - Hockey: Cape Breton Screaming Eagles - Victory Congratulations (res. 312), n 747, app 748 Sports - Hockey: Clare Acadiens - Championship Congratulations (res. 405), n 905, app 906 Sports - Hockey: Clare Acadiens - Performance Congratulations (res. 155), n 381, app 382 Sports - Hockey: Cole Harbour Red Wings - Atlantic Bantam Championships Participants Congratulations (res. 400), n 901, app 902 Sports - Hockey: Dartmouth Subway - Atlantic Champions Congratulations (res. 464), n 1022, app 1023 Sports - Hockey: East Hants - Participants Congratulations (res. 326), n 757, app 758 Sports - Hockey: Halifax Hawks - Atom AAA Championship (2001) Congratulations (res. 132), n 279, app 280 Sports - Hockey: Halifax Hawks - Commend (res. 20), n 50, app 51 Sports - Hockey: Halifax Mooseheads - Congratulations (res. 17), n 48, app 49 Sports - Hockey: Jack Lamontagne Tournament - Participants Congratulations (res. 229), n 532, app 532 Sports - Hockey: Lunenburg Falcons Bantam A Team - Performance Congratulations (res. 298), n 677, app 677 Sports - Hockey: Nova Scotia Sport Athletic Federation (NSSAF) Championship - J.L. Ilsley Judges Congratulations (res. 197), n 470, app 470 Sports - Hockey: Pictou County Zellers Midget AA Team (Girls) - Congratulations (res. 201), n 472, app 473 Sports - Hockey: Pictou County Zellers Midget AA Team (Girls) - Provincial Title Congratulations (res. 142), n 287, app 287 Sports - Hockey: Pictou Maripacs Atom “B” Team - Gold Medal Congratulations (res. 86), n 177, app 178 Sports - Hockey: Richmond Hurricanes - Provincial Title Congratulations (res. 97), n 185, app 186 Sports - Hockey: Saint John Flames - Calder Cup Victory Congratulations (res. 1436), n 4089, app 4089 Sports - Hockey: SEDMHA Tournament - Participants Congratulations (res. 342), n 830, app 831 Sports - Hockey: Strait Pirates - Junior B Title Congratulations (res. 255), n 574, app 575 Sports - Hockey: Vince Ryan Tournament - Participants Congratulations (res. 178), n 455, app 455 Sports - Hockey: Vince Ryan Tournament - Participants Congratulations (res. 190), n 464, app 466 Sports - Hockey: Windsor Royals - Don Johnson Cup Congratulations (res. 401), n 902, app 903 Sports - Hockey: Yarmouth Consolidated Memorial High School Vikings - Good Luck Convey (res. 43), n 67, app 67 Sports - Kyushu-Ryu Ju-Jitsu Program: Graduates Congratulations - Instructor Thank (res. 1032), n 3003 Sports 295 HANSARD INDEX

Sports - Kyushu-Ryu Ju-Jitsu Program: Graduates Congratulations - Instructor Thank (res. 1137), n 3373, app 3373 Sports - Minor Hockey Tournament (24th): Organizers/Volunteers - Congratulations (res. 348), n 834, app 835 Sports - Nova Scotia Powerlifting Championships: Medals - Middleton Recipients Congratulations (res. 1562), n 4443 Sports - Nova Scotia Sport and Recreation Commission: Funding - Increases, 364 Sports: Outdoor Initiatives - Support (min. stat.), 1677 Sports - Oxford Regional High School Junior Golden Bears: Cumberland County District Championship - Congratulations (res. 170), n 441 Sports - Provincial Black Basketball Association: Tournament - Congratulations (res. 1359), n 3944, app 3944 Sports: Recreation Facilities - Upgrade (min. stat.), 3937 Sports - Ringette: Cole Harbour Junior Team - Best Wishes (res. 71), n 123, app 123 Sports - Soccer: Ault, Stephen/Volunteers - Thank (res. 825), n 2205, app 2205 Sports - Swimming: Duffy, Sean - Forum for Young Canadians Selection Congratulations (res. 18), n 49, app 50 Sports - Thorburn and District Minor Hockey Association: Participation - Congratulations (res. 859), n 2402 Sports - Timberlea Titans Football Club: Formation - Participants Congratulations (res. 281), n 663, app 664 Sports - Volleyball: Midget Girls Championships - Participants Congratulations (res. 322), n 755, app 755 Sports - World Curling Championships: Kelly, Kim - Inclusion, 87 Sports - Wrestling: Cole Harbour District High School - Participants Congratulations (res. 746), n 1946, app 1947 Spurs and Stetsons Clubs (Nova Scotia and New Brunswick) - Challenge Cup: Participants/Sponsors - Congratulations (res. 975), n 2800, app 2800 Springhill - Arena Loss: Response - Mayor/Staff Thank (res. 159), n 384, app 385 Springhill - United Baptist Church Youth Group: World Vision 30 Hour Famine - Participation Congratulations (res. 1460), n 4211 Springhill and Area Irish Festival: Volunteers/Organizers - Congratulations (res. 1464), n 4213 Springhill High School: Class of 2001 - Congratulations (res. 642), n 1651 Springhill Junior/Senior High Schools - Teachers/Parents/Volunteers/Staff: Dedication - Acknowledge (res. 756), n 2041 SS Atlantic Sinking - Remembrance: Lower Prospect Residents - Efforts Recognize (res. 195), n 468, app 469 Stanfield, Robert Lorne - Birthday (87th): Best Wishes - Extend (res. 423), n 989, app 989 St. Francis Xavier (F.X.) University Millennium Centre Grants Act (Bill 24), 1st 889, 2nd 3694, 3rd 4140, RA 4544 St. James Presbyterian Church (Truro): Anniversary (75th) - Congratulations (res. 831), n 2313 St. Margarets Bay Lions Club 296 HANSARD INDEX

St. Margarets Bay Lions Club - Seeing Eye Dog Training: Fundraising - Congratulations (res. 1028), n 3001 St. Margarets Bay Regional Tourism Association - Beef Dinner/Auction: Fundraising - Success Congratulations (res. 1152), n 3462, app 3463 St. Mary’s Anglican Church - Glace Bay: Anniversary (150th) - Congratulations (res. 1164), n 3471, app 3472 Stanhope, Julie - World Special Olympics: Achievement - Congratulations (res.134), n 281, app 281 Stationary Engineers Act - Status, 1147 STEELE, Mr. Graham (Halifax Fairview - NDP) Address in Reply, 95-102; 128-135 Cape Breton North Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Congratulations, 96 Cape Breton Nova Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Thoughts - Convey, 96 Education - Halifax West High School: Boundaries - Retain, 100 Education - Halifax West High School: Completion - Time Frame, 100 Education: Halifax West High School - Plans, 100 Education: Halifax West High School - Replacement, 99 Education - Halifax West High School: Site - Plans, 100 Education - Quality, 99 Education: Resources - Concern, 101 Education - Special Needs: Resources - Details, 101 Education - System: Quality - Increase, 134 Freedom of Information - Importance, 133 Halifax Fairview - Campaign: Participants - Thank, 96 Halifax Fairview - Constituency, 97 Halifax Fairview: Constituency - Issues, 98 Halifax Fairview - Electors: Gratitude - Extend, 95 Halifax Fairview Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs): Predecessors - Thank, 95 Halifax Fairview: Municipal Issues - Concerns, 128 Halifax Fairview - Municipal Issues: Constituents - Concerns, 134 Halifax Fairview: Winter Campaign - Benefits, 97 Health - Care: System - Availability Ensure, 134 Health - Care: System - Waiting Periods, 99 Health - Emergency Rooms: Wait Time - Decrease, 134 Health - Home Care, 99 Health: Nurses - Concerns, 99 Human Resources - ABC Committee: Appointments - Process, 132 Ombudsman’s Office - Abolition, 133 Political Process: Voters - Cynicism, 129 Seniors - Taxes: Increases - Impact, 101 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations: Equalization - Funding, 128 Steele-Address in Reply 297 HANSARD INDEX

Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Equalization: Grants - Source, 129 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Equalization: Principle - New Democratic Party (NDP) Stance, 128 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Equalization: Progressive Conservative (PC) Caucus - Free Vote, 130 Speech from the Throne - Disappointment, 131 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 101: Twinning - Fulfill, 130 Assessment Act and Municipal Government Act (Bill 12), 3987 Bills Introduced 35 Restoration of the Legal and Environmental Rights of the People of Sydney Act, 1st 1275, 2nd 1709 55 Assessment Act, 1st 3455 61 Protection of Public Participation, 1st 3795 67 Municipal Government Act, 1st 4451 Financial Measures (2001) Act (Bill 30), 1407, 1908, 1952, 2271 Fundamental Tax Reform Committee Act (Bill 50), 3587 Government (Nova Scotia) - Municipal/Provincial Relations: Platform - Commitment Keep (res. 74), 320 Government Restructuring (2001) Act (Bill 20), 2482, 2869, 2879, 3335,3377 Land Registration Act (Bill 1), 208 Questions (Oral) Economic Development - Mark-Lyn Construction: Relocation Loan - Details, 3832 Economic Development - Nova Scotia Business Inc.: Appointments - Explain, 193 Economic Development - Tibbetts Paints Runoff: Cleanup Order Confirm - Nova Scotia Business Development Corporation, 4258 Education - Halifax West High School: Split-Shifting - Minister’s Solution, 3765 Education - Halifax West High School/J.L. Ilsley High School: Split-Shifting - Solution Action, 1096 Education - Halifax West High School (New): Opening - Time Frame, 407 Education - Halifax West High School Students Relocation: B.C. Silver Junior High School - Preparation Funding, 3837 Environment and Labour - Eastern Shore: Water Testing - Centralization Reinstitute, 3484 Environment and Labour - Environment: Waverley Quarry - Betrayal Explain, 698 Environment and Labour - Meadowview Residents Association: Settlement - Details, 696 Environment and Labour - Resource Recovery Fund Board (RRFB): Unrecyclable Cups - Disposal, 303 Environment and Labour - Sandy Lake: Development - Environment Compliance Assure, 2364 Environment and Labour - Sydney Tar Ponds: Pollutants (Whitney Pier) - Action, 1687 Environment and Labour - Sydney Tar Ponds: Pollutants (Whitney Pier) - Residents Meet, n 1685 Steele-Questions (Oral) 298 HANSARD INDEX

Environment and Labour - Tibbetts Paints (Trenton): East River/Pictou Harbour - Contamination Protection, 3839 Environment and Labour - Twin Mountain Construction: Ministerial Order - Outcome, 2220 Environment and Labour: Water Quality - Assurances, 2826 Environment and Labour - Water Supply: Samples - Requests, 3649 Environment and Labour - Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) Chairman (Christie, Innis): Term - Explain, 4108 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Citadel Hill: Tax Assessment - Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) Effects, 590 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Gas Pipeline: Assessment (Municipal) - Negotiation Details, 2359 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Sable Partners: Assessment - Details, 3487 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Sisters of Charity: Motherhouse - Tax Assessment, 3540 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Sisters of Charity: Motherhouse - Taxation Justify, 3561 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Smith Street (Halifax): Property Tax - Fairness, 3491 Question (Written) Finance - Tax Returns (Nova Scotia): Breakdown - Information, 4553 Resolutions 24 Sfeir, Eminence and Beatitude Cardinal Mar Nasrallah Peter: Halifax - Welcome, n 54, app 54 61 Armdale Place (Halifax) - Residents/Congratulations: Government (Nova Scotia) - Residential Tenancies Act Amend, n 115 74 Government (Nova Scotia) - Municipal/Provincial Relations: Platform - Commitment Keep, n 125, d 320 191 Environment and Labour - Kyoto Accord: President Bush - Minister Contact, n 464 358 Vimy Ridge - Anniversary (84th): Participants - Congratulations, n 846, app 847 586 Earth Week (22-29/04/01) - Celebrate: Participants - Commend, n 1389, app 1390 603 Americas, Summit of - Government (Canada): Nova Scotians - Voices Heed, n 1402 657 Environment and Labour - Sydney Tar Ponds: Pollutants (Whitney Pier) - Plan Disclose, n 1664 779 Environment - Technology: Non-Polluting - Incentives Support, n 2059, app 2059 902 Halifax West High School - Music Group: Lincoln Centre Performance - Congratulations, n 2546, app 2547 938 May, Elizabeth/Deleski, Don - Whitney Pier: Assistance - Commend, n 2664 973 Environment and Labour - Safe Water Act (Canada): Clarke, Joe - Efforts Support, n 2798, app 2799 1036 Fame - Production: Halifax West High School - Student/Staff Congratulations, n 3006 1048 Legislation - Clauses (Indefensible): Government (Nova Scotia) - Withdraw, n 3015 Steele-Resolutions 299 HANSARD INDEX

1078 Mineville Community Association - Enhancement: Participants - Congratulations, n 3239, app 3240 1097 Whitney Pier - Residents: Relocation - Commit, n 3253 1190 Environment Canada/Environment and Labour (Nova Scotia) - Environmental Protection Legislation: Enforcement - Urge, n 3519, app 3519 1259 Education - Halifax West High School Students: Split (Fall 2001) - Plan Halt, n 3737 1341 Education - B.C. Silver Junior High School: Environmental Assessment - Minister Undertake, n 3893, app 3894 1367 Friends of McNabs Island Society - Beach Sweep: Co-Sponsors - Congratulations, n 3950, app 3951 Restoration of the Legal and Environmental Rights of the People of Sydney Act (Bill 35), 1709 Supply Motion, 535-539, 781-783, 1313-1316 Education: Halifax West High School/J.L. Ilsley High School - Split-Shifting, 781 Health - Halifax Fairview: Constituent - Liability Case, 535 Health: Home Care - Details, 1314 Steeves-Greene, Kristen/Aucoin, Betty-Jean - Tradition/Heritage (Canada): Efforts - Congratulations (res. 1202), n 3528, app 3529 Stevens, Randolph/Dimock, Carol M. - Lunenburg Correctional Facility: Efforts - Commend (res. 1587), n 4462, app 4463 Stewart, Maggie/Sayaid, Shahin: Marriage - Congratulations (res. 1399), n 4016, app 4017 Stokes, Shirley - Truro: Volunteerism - Thank (res. 1250), n 3687, app 3688 Stonehame Chalets (Owners)/MacDonald, Keith - Barrier Free Society: Contributions- Congratulations (res. 1404), n 4020, app 4021 Stories around the Branch - Booklet: Contributors - Congratulations (res. 1195), n 3523, app 3524 Stream Call Centre - Glace Bay: Government (Nova Scotia) - Location Urge (res. 850), n 2329, app 2336 Stream Call Centre - Glace Bay: Government (Nova Scotia) - Location Urge (res. 1600), n 4472 Striking Committee - Appointment (res. 3), n 35, app 36 Striking Committee: Standing Committees - Appointments (report tabled), 513 Student Advocacy Coalition (Nova Scotia): Request - Heed (res. 942), n 2666 Suas e! International Choral Festival: Organizers - Congratulations (res. 1231), n 3639, app 3640 Suas e! International Choral Festival: Organizers - Congratulations (res. 1270), n 3747 Suas e! International Choral Festival: Participants - Congratulations (res. 1298), n 3803, app 3803 Sultan, Ralph (Curragh Mining Executive) - British Columbia Government: Entrance Potential - Dismay Express (res. 999), n 2916 Superintendent of Pensions (report tabled), 4217 Supreme Court of Canada - Family Division: Federal Government - Expansion Urge, 5 Surette, Winifred/Crowell, Kathleen: Lief Ericson IODE Award - Congratulations (res. 460), n 1019, app 1020 Surette, Winnie - Caring Canadian Award: Recipient - Congratulations (res. 138), n 284, app 284 Sutherland, Alice 300 HANSARD INDEX

Sutherland, Alice - St. Mary’s (Guysborough County): Volunteer of the Year - Congratulations (res. 906), n 2549, app 2550 Sutherland-Harris Memorial Hospital - Veterans Comfort Committee: Royal Canadian Legion (Pictou Branches) - Appreciation Acknowledge (res. 454), n 1014, app 1015 Swain, John: Compact Disk (CD) Release - Congratulations (res. 496), n 1119, app 1119 Sweeney, Edna - Clare/Yarmouth Community: Contribution - Recognize (res. 517), n 1195, app 1195 Sweet, Phyllis - Retirement: Best Wishes - Convey (res. 861), n 2403 Swinden, Scott - Geological Association of Canada: Duncan R. Derry Medal - Congratulations (res. 1181), n 3512, app 3512 Swissair Flight 111 - Student Exchange Program, 164 Sydney Academy: High School Debating Championship - Congratulations (res. 234), n 559, app 559 Sydney Academy - Nova Scotia Senior High Debating Championships: Performance - Applaud (res. 77), n 166 Sydney Academy - Nova Scotia Senior High Debating Championships: Win - Congratulations (res. 50), n 107, app 108 Sydney Casino Profits Distribution Act (Bill 46), 1st 2320, 2nd 4287 Sydney Credit Union: Coady Award - Congratulations (res. 421), n 987, app 988 Sydney Mines Renewal Association, 26 Sysco - Assets: Liquidation - Details, 142 Sysco - Closure, 355 Sysco - Closure: Cape Breton and Central Nova Scotia Railway - Impact, 140 Sysco: Dismantling - Justify, qu 1093 Sysco - Employees: Pension - Eligibility, 141 Sysco - Equipment: Cape Breton Municipality - Offer, 143 Sysco: Marine Equipment - Use, qu 312 Sysco - Payments: Ernst & Young - Justify, qu 705 Sysco: Sale - Contents, 140 Sysco - Sale: Duferco - European Meetings, 141 Sysco - Sale: Legal Fees - Explain, qu 706 Sysco - Sale: Marine Equipment - Retention Explain, 139 Sysco - Steelworkers: Premier - Election Commitment Honour (res. 117), n 268 Sysco - Steelworkers: Protection - Premier Promises, 141

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Talbot House - Work: Residents/Staff - Recognize (res. 1031), n 3003 Tartan Day: Gaelic History - Celebrate (res. 336), n 825, app 826 Taxes: Auditor General - Opinion, 76 Taylor, Bob, 1325 Taylor 301 HANSARD INDEX

TAYLOR, Mr. Brooke (Colchester-Musquodoboit Valley - PC) Bill Introduced 45 Upper Stewiacke Fire Protection Act, 1st 2320, 2nd 3694, 3rd 4142, RA 4544 Finance - Debt Reduction: Minister - Method (res. 315), 1253 Fire Safety Act (New) - Lack: Public Safety - Effects (Adj. motion), 3497 Government (Nova Scotia) - Roads: Increased Tax Revenues - Commit (Adj. motion), 4425 Petitions Presented Natural Resources: Deer Jacking - Oppose, 646 Natural Resources: Deer Jacking - Unfair, 169 Natural Resources - Deer Jacking: Wildlife - Unfair (by Mr. C. O’Donnell), 2405 Report Tabled Private and Local Bills Committee, 4010 Resolutions 110 Natural Resources - Atlantic Canadian Lumber: Trade Restrictions - Exemption Extend, n 263, app 263 159 Springhill - Arena Loss: Response - Mayor/Staff Thank, n 384, app 385 293 MacDonald, Ruth - A Collection of Nova Scotia Firsts: Publication - Congratulations, n 673, app 673 308 Sports - Brookfield Curling Club: Bonspiel Hosts - Congratulations, n 685, app 685 398 Nordby, Erika - Recovery: Best Wishes - Convey, n 900, app 901 423 Stanfield, Robert Lorne - Birthday (87th): Best Wishes - Extend, n 989, app 989 480 VIA Rail - Derailment (Stewiacke): Community - Efforts Praise, n 1107, app 1108 537 Fraser, Scott - Stock Car Racing: Best Wishes - Convey, n 1281, app 1282 562 Liberal Party (Nova Scotia) - Annual Meeting: Finance Minister (Canada) - Offshore Policy Explain, n 1359 600 Natural Resources - Christmas Tree Industry/Congratulations: Canadian Food Inspection Agency - Facts Examine, n 1400, app 1400 656 Natural Resources: Nova Forest Alliance - Support (by Mr. W. Langille), n 1663, app 1664 724 CKCL: Service - Recognize, n 1929, app 1930 871 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber Dispute: Premier - Support (by Mr. W. Langille), n 2419, app 2419 1119 Boakes, Gary - National Junior Boxing Championship: Silver Medal - Congratulations, n 3359, app 3359 1168 Anthony, Carl Trucking Ltd. - Occupational Health and Safety Workplace Achievement Award: Employers/Employees - Congratulations, n 3502 1169 Grit Gravy Train - Government (Canada): Work Tendering - Equity, n 3502 1326 National Strategy on Community Safety and Crime Prevention - Funding: Spirit of the Eagle’s Feather - Commend, n 3877 1349 Dylan, Bob: Birthday (60th) - Congratulations, n 3899, app 3900 Taylor-Resolutions 302 HANSARD INDEX

1412 Canadian National (CN) Rail - Stewiacke: Speed Reduction - Town Council Support, n 4026, app 4027 1440 Natural Resources - Softwood Lumber: Maritime Accord Re-signing - Atlantic Canada Support, n 4092, app 4093 1473 David, Diana - Clerk’s Office: Service - Thank, n 4226, app 4227 Supply Motion, 1149-1152 Agriculture: Colchester-Musquodoboit Valley - Farming Industry, 1152 Colchester-Musquodoboit Valley - Constituency, 1151 Colchester-Musquodoboit Valley: Softwood Lumber Agreement - Importance, 1151 Dooks, William - Eastern Shore: Representation, 1152 Natural Resources: Softwood Lumber Agreement - Resolution Support, 1151 VIA Rail - Derailment (Stewiacke), 1149 Sydney Casino Profits Distribution Act (Bill 46), 4299 Upper Stewiacke Fire Protection Act (Bill 45), 4142 Taylor, Kristian/Murray, Gillian - Basketball: Atlantic Selects - Selection Congratulations (res. 912), n 2554, app 2554 Teachers’ Collective Bargaining Act (Bill 15), 1st 559, 2nd 3696, 3rd 4125, RA 4544 TECH-table Capital Venture Gig - Event: Participants - Congratulations (res. 719), n 1925, app 1926 Telephone Pioneers: Community Work/Education Programs - Recognize (res. 1145), n 3457, app 3457 Terence Bay, 163 Terence Bay River Road - Community Cleanup: Residents/Coordinators - Congratulations (res. 1408), n 4023, app 4024 Theriault, Paul - Volunteer: Efforts - Congratulations, 1321 Thomas, Mrs. Gladys - Salute: East Preston United Baptist Church Ladies Auxiliary - Commend (res. 1503), n 4314 Thorburn Consolidated School - Entrepreneurship Day: Skills - Acquisition Congratulations (res. 998), n 2916, app 2916 Thorpe, Jean - Canadian Cancer Society: Efforts - Recognize/Appreciate (res. 1422), n 4034, app 4034 Throne Speech - Content, 478 Tim Hortons - Children’s Foundation: Contribution - Congratulations (res. 1186), n 3516, app 3516 Timberlea-Prospect - Cleanup Projects: Residents - Thank (res. 1383), n 3962, app 3963 Timberlea-Prospect: Constituency - Businesses, 865 Timberlea-Prospect: Constituency - Challenges, 156 Timberlea-Prospect: Constituency - Concerns, 162 Timberlea-Prospect Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Yarmouth Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA): Apologies - Offer (res. 597), n 1397 Timberlea-Prospect Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) (Estabrooks, Mr. William) - Sir John A. Macdonald High School: Convocation Speaker - Congratulations (res. 780), n 2059, app 2071 TMR Stoneworks - Youth Entrpreneurial Skills Program: Award - Congratulations (res. 819), n 2200, app 2200 Tourism: Digby-Annapolis - Growth, 546 Tourism: Kings West - Attractions, 154 Tourism - Promotion, 154 Tourism 303 HANSARD INDEX

Tourism: Statistics - Upgrade, 601 Tourism: Victoria - Importance, 936 Tourism and Culture - Activities: Export-Focused - Funding, 361 Tourism and Culture - Ambassadors Recognition Dinner: Nominees - Congratulations (res. 449), n 1010, app 1011 Tourism and Culture - Arts Infusion Project: Extension - Congratulations (res. 417), n 982, app 982 Tourism and Culture - Attractions Canada Top 10: Cape Breton Winners (5) - Congratulations (res. 732), n 1935, app 1936 Tourism and Culture - Baddeck Gathering Ceilidhs: Minister - Support (res. 870), n 2418 Tourism and Culture - Bell Bay Golf Club: Managers/Operators - Congratulations (res. 242), n 565, app 565 Tourism and Culture - Bluenose II: Banfield, Orval (Former Captain)/Watson, Philip (Captain) - Thank/Congratulations (res. 140), n 285, app 286 Tourism and Culture - Cape Breton: American Bookings - Decrease, qu 307 Tourism and Culture - Coffin Island Lighthouse: Importance - Recognize (Adj. motion), 1065 Tourism and Culture - Coffin Island Lighthouse Heritage Society: Heritage Preservation - Commend (res. 1092), n 3249 app 3250 Tourism and Culture - Community Museums: Funding Cuts - Regret (res. 206), n 476 Tourism and Culture - Cultural Events: Funding - Adequacy, qu 3818 Tourism and Culture - Dramagroup (University College of Cape Breton [UCCB]): Anniversary (30th) - Congratulations (res. 157), n 383, app 383 Tourism and Culture - Eastern Shore: Tourism Sector - Enhancement Support (res. 1094), n 3251, app 3251 Tourism and Culture - Fixed Roof Accommodations: Licences - Fee Structure Equity, qu 1552 Tourism and Culture - Gaelic Culture: Bursary Endowment - Organizers Congratulations (res. 307), n 684, app 684 Tourism and Culture - Gaelic Culture: Support - Maintain (res. 808), n 2191, app 2192 Tourism and Culture - Gaelic Language/Culture: Acceptance - Congratulations (res. 1073), n 3235, app 3236 Tourism and Culture - Heritage in the Schools: Initiative - Congratulations (res. 264), n 650, app 650 Tourism and Culture - Hotel/Innkeeping: Operators - Assist (res. 379), n 861 Tourism and Culture - Inverness County Tourism and Recreation/Inverness Communications Ltd.: Potential - Promotion (res. 467), n 1024, app 1025 Tourism and Culture: Investment - Increase, 361 Tourism and Culture - Lighthouse Route: Tourism Operators - Road Conditions Explain (res. 955), n 2676 Tourism and Culture: Marketing - Tourism Partnership Council, 11 Tourism and Culture: McCulloch House - Minister Open, qu 1039 Tourism and Culture - Media Industries: Department - Development Plans, qu 2226 Tourism and Culture - Museums: Funding - Inequity Explain (res. 847), n 2327 Tourism and Culture - Museums: Funding - Reallocation, 361 Tourism and Culture 304 HANSARD INDEX

Tourism and Culture - Pineapple Award: Callan, Constable Phil - Congratulations (res. 123), n 272, app 273 Tourism and Culture - Preston Cultural Festival (2001): Organizers/Participants - Congratulations (res. 143), n 288, app 288 Tourism and Culture - Preston Cultural Festival (2001): Participants - Congratulations (res. 93), n 182, app 183 Tourism and Culture: Privatization (Government Resorts) - Time Frame, qu 3833 Tourism and Culture - Rankin Memorial School: Gaelic Culture Festival - Congratulations (res. 70), n 122 Tourism and Culture - Scotland-Nova Scotia: Partnership - Encourage (res. 5), n 37, app 38 Tourism and Culture - Sherbrooke Village: Director/Staff - Congratulations (res. 854), n 2332, app 2337 Tourism and Culture - South Shore Tourism Association: Anniversary (40th) - Congratulations (res. 649), n 1657, app 1658 Tourism and Culture - Springhill MusicFest: Support - Lack Explain, qu 3819 Tourism and Culture - Superhost Program: Queens County - Participants Recognize (res. 121), n 271, app 271 Tourism and Culture - Tourism Industry Association of Nova Scotia (TIANS): Recognition of Excellence Dinner - Recipients Congratulations (res. 992), n 2910, app 2910 Tourism and Culture - Tourism Industry Association of Nova Scotia (TIANS): Staff/Board Members - Work Recognize (res. 995), n 2912, app 2913 Tourism and Culture: Tourism Operators - Thank (res. 1419), n 4032, app 4032 Tourism and Culture - Tourism Partnership Council: Importance - Recognize (res. 102), n 256, app 257 Tourism and Culture: Year of the Costume (2001) - Recognize (res. 261), n 647, app 648 Toyota East - Evergreen Learning Grounds Program: St. Pat’s-Alexandra School - Participants Congratulations (res. 1335), n 3889, app 3890 TPF Factory Outlet (Amherst) - Star Choice Award: Owners - Congratulations (res. 186), n 461, app 461 TPF Factory Outlet (Amherst) - Star Choice Recognition: Owners/Manager - Congratulations (res. 883), n 2428, app 2428 Trade Union Act (Bill 60), 1st 3740 Trail Blazer - Levangie, Shawn/Employees: Entrepreneurship - Recognize (res. 1192), n 3520, app 3521 Trans Canada Trail - Programs: Participants - Congratulations (res. 1154), n 3463, app 3464 Trans Canada Trail System - Expansion, 14 Transportation Amendments (2001) Act (Bill 21), 1st 824, 2nd 3721, 3rd 4130, RA 4544 Transportation and Public Works - Bayers Lake Business Park: Traffic - Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) Action Co-operate (res. 533), n 1278 Transportation and Public Works: Blue Book - Promises, 487 Transportation and Public Works - Bras d’Or Bridge: Deck Replacement - Completion Accelerate, qu 3555 Transportation and Public Works - Bras d’Or Bridge: Traffic Problems - Minister’s Notification, qu 2950 Transportation and Public Works - Brookside: Paving Schedule - Residents Inform (res. 621), n 1521 Transportation and Public Works: Budget - Increases, 362 Transportation and Public Works 305 HANSARD INDEX

Transportation and Public Works - Budget (2001-02): Allocation - Minister Employ (res. 192), n 466 Transportation and Public Works: Budget (2001-02) - Funding, 486 Transportation and Public Works - Canning: Main Street (Route 221) - Repave (petition), 3879 Transportation and Public Works - Cape Breton: Essential Service - Neglect Explain, qu 690 Transportation and Public Works - Cape Breton: Roads - Repair (petition), 1101 Transportation and Public Works - Cheticamp: Road Clean-up - Denied (petition), 169 Transportation and Public Works - Church Bridge Replacement: Victoria Residents/Minister - Meeting Schedule (res. 1583), n 4459, app 4459 Transportation and Public Works - Church Cross Bridge (Victoria County): Status - Residents Update (res. 90), n 180 Transportation and Public Works - College Road: Colchester County - Repave (petition), 558 Transportation and Public Works - Commuter Rail (Halifax): Position - Government (Nova Scotia) (res. 26), n 55 Transportation and Public Works - Coke Ovens Site (Frederick Street): Pollution - Containment Assure, qu 1218 Transportation and Public Works - Cross Church Bridge: Damage - Departmental Insurance Coverage, qu 1040 Transportation and Public Works - Cross Church Bridge: Replacement - Reconsider, qu 3485 Transportation and Public Works - Disabled: Accessibility - Program Support, 71 Transportation and Public Works - Drinking Water Quality: Government (Nova Scotia) - Responsibility Resume (res. 87), n 178 Transportation and Public Works - East Dover Road Residents: Improvement Time Frame - Minister Inform (res. 1373), n 3955 Transportation and Public Works - Englishtown Ferry: Refit Schedule - Public Hearing (res. 318), n 752 Transportation and Public Works - Federal/Provincial Highways: Cost Sharing Agreement - Priority, 70 Transportation and Public Works - Five Island Lake: Cleanup - Status, qu 1094 Transportation and Public Works - Five Island Lake Cleanup: Information (Misleading) - Minister Apologize (res. 488), n 1113 Transportation and Public Works - Five Island Lake: Community Liaison Committee - Efforts Congratulations (res. 490), n 1114 Transportation and Public Works - Floral Heights Subdivision: Bailey Bridge - Replace (res. 29), n 57 Transportation and Public Works: Funding - Increase, 10, 356 Transportation and Public Works - Gros Nez (Richmond County): Roads - Pave (petition), 2993 Transportation and Public Works - Gros Nez Road: Repaving - Minister Commit (res. 1025), n 2999 Transportation and Public Works - Haliburton Heights: Roads Priority - Minister Explain (res. 474), n 1077 Transportation and Public Works - Haliburton Hills: Paving - Minister Inform (res. 514), n 1193 Transportation and Public Works - Hatchet Lake: Paving - Residents Inform (res. 545), n 1287 Transportation and Public Works: Highway Agreements - Status, qu 3039 Transportation and Public Works - Highland Park: Paving Time Frame - Minister Confirm (res. 752), n 1950 Transportation and Public Works 306 HANSARD INDEX

Transportation and Public Works - Highway Infrastructure: Long-Term Study - Minister Rename (res. 894), n 2540 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 101: Finance Minister - Priority Status Inform (res. 213), n 520 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 101: Fuel Tax Windfall - Employ (Mr. W. Estabrooks), qu 1541 Transportation and Public Works: Highway No. 101 - Twin (petition), 4082 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 101: Twinning - Commitment, qu 922 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 101: Twinning - Commitment Honour, 942 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 101: Twinning - Construction (min. stat.), 973 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 101: Twinning - Fulfill, 130 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 101: Twinning - Time Frame, qu 1034 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 101/Ben Jackson Road Intersection: Safety Problems - Delay Explain, qu 313 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 101 (Mount Uniacke, Hants County/Coldbrook, Kings County): Priority - Status, qu 316 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 103 - Twinning, 160 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 103 (Exit 3-Exit 5): Twinning - Time Frame (res. 471), n 1075 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 105 (Bras d’Or): Traffic Lights - Minister’s Action (res. 1138), n 3373 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 113: Minister - Justify, qu 3557 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 208: Upgrade - Priority (petition), 250, 2178 Transportation and Public Works: Highway No. 245 - Repair (petition), 168 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 327: Repaving - Minister Commit (res. 399), n 901 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 333 Bridges: Repair Time Frame - Residents Inform (res. 1447), n 4097 Transportation and Public Works - Highway No. 333 Upgrading: Time Frame - Minister Inform (res. 809), 2192 Transportation and Public Works: Highway Systems - Needs (10 Year) (min. stat.), 2406 Transportation and Public Works - Hubley: Paving Time Frame - Minister Inform (res. 970), n 2796 Transportation and Public Works: Lamont Road (Pictou County) - Upgrade (petition), 169 Transportation and Public Works - Legislature: Closure Attempt - Summer Traffic Avoidance (res. 1020), n 2995 Transportation and Public Works - Little Bras d’Or Bridge: Flag People - Minister Employ, qu 4116 Transportation and Public Works - Little Bras d’Or Bridge: Work - Status, qu 4269 Transportation and Public Works - Little Bras d’Or Bridge Road Work: Completion (02/06/01) - Minister Ensure (res. 1448), n 4098 Transportation and Public Works - Long-Distance Small Van Carriers - Regulations, 71 Transportation and Public Works - McGraths Cove Roads: Improvement Timetable - Residents Inform (res. 1196), n 3524 Transportation and Public Works - Middle River: Bridge - Repair, 936 Transportation and Public Works - Middle River: Bridge - Replace (petition), 2788 Transportation and Public Works 307 HANSARD INDEX

Transportation and Public Works - Middle River Residents: Petition - Minister Heed (res. 965), n 2792 Transportation and Public Works - Minister: Timberlea-Prospect Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Golf Game Accept (res. 207), n 477 Transportation and Public Works - Natural Gas: Distribution - Minister Allow (res. 27), n 56 Transportation and Public Works - Needs Assessment Study, 72 Transportation and Public Works: New Advertising Signage Policy - Implementation, 11 Transportation and Public Works - New Democratic Party (NDP) Transportation Critic: Roads - Timberlea-Prospect Focus (res. 404), n 905 Transportation and Public Works - Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NSPI): Magazine Hill - Safety Ensure (res. 327), n 758 Transportation and Public Works - Nova Scotians: Best Interests - Minister Remember (res. 1030), n 3002 Transportation and Public Works - Paving: Priority List (Hants East/North) - Status, qu 3834 Transportation and Public Works - Peggy’s Cove: Roads - Upgrade Fund (res. 911), n 2553 Transportation and Public Works - Peggy’s Cove Road: Tourism Impact - Minister’s Plans, qu 2831 Transportation and Public Works - Plowing (Highway No. 28): Emergencies - Explain, qu 925 Transportation and Public Works - Prospect Bay Road: Repair Time Frame - Minister Inform (res. 1098), n 3254 Transportation and Public Works - Prospect Residents: Paving Time Frame - Minister Inform (res. 1008), n 2923 Transportation and Public Works: Prospect Road - Improve, 865 Transportation and Public Works - Prospect Road: Improvements - Minister’s Decision (res. 162), n 386 Transportation and Public Works - Prospect Road: Priority - Residents Inform (res. 232), n 534 Transportation and Public Works - Prospect Road Meeting: Minister - Attendance Confirm (res. 65), n 118 Transportation and Public Works - Prospect Road/Peggy’s Cove: Road - Upgrade (petition), 2178 Transportation and Public Works - Pylons: Gravel/Pavement - Replace (res. 226), n 529 Transportation and Public Works - Revenue: Hamm News Release - Honour (res. 1133), n 3370 Transportation and Public Works - River Road (Terence Bay) Residents: Repair Time Frame - Minister Inform (res. 1258), n 3693 Transportation and Public Works - Road Conditions (Cumberland South): Repairs - Details, qu 2953 Transportation and Public Works - Road Safety: Government (Nova Scotia) - Rethink (res. 84), n 176 Transportation and Public Works - Roads: Blue Book - Promises, 602 Transportation and Public Works: Roads - Cape Breton The Lakes, 783 Transportation and Public Works - Roads: Funding - Increase, 29 Transportation and Public Works - Roads: Hamm Government - Attention Required (Adj. motion), 430 Transportation and Public Works - Roads: Inverness County - Condition, 602 Transportation and Public Works - Roads: Queens - Snow Removal, 787 Transportation and Public Works: Roads - Repair (petition), 2654 Transportation and Public Works: Roads - Repave (petition), 168 Transportation and Public Works - Roads: Richmond County - Condition, 600 Transportation and Public Works - Roads: Subdivision - Petition Process (res. 391), n 895 Transportation and Public Works - Roads (Secondary): Blue Book Commitment - Intention, qu 768 Transportation and Public Works 308 HANSARD INDEX

Transportation and Public Works: Route 12 (Chester Basin to New Ross) - Priority (petition), 33 Transportation and Public Works: Route 209 - Repair (petition), 250 Transportation and Public Works - Route 348: Repair - Urgent, qu 2956 Transportation and Public Works - Route 376/Priority List: Pictou West Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Notify (res. 380), n 862 Transportation and Public Works - Routes 306 and 349: Road Work - Residents Assure (res. 1384), n 3963 Transportation and Public Works - Rural and Semi-Rural Inclusive Transportation Support Program: Accessibility - Provision, 14 Transportation and Public Works - Sempra: Licence - Approval Concerns, qu 913 Transportation and Public Works - Sempra: Licence - Approval Explain, qu 910 Transportation and Public Works: South River Lake Road - Pave (petition), 1773 Transportation and Public Works - St. Margarets Village: Paving Time Frame - Residents Inform (res. 886), n 2430 Transportation and Public Works: Surplus Crown Property Disposal Report - Highlights (min. stat.), 2178 Transportation and Public Works - Swissair Memorial: Parking Safety - Participants Congratulations (res. 608), n 1406, app 1407 Transportation and Public Works - Sydney River: Carmichael Drive/Woodlawn Drive - Stop Signs Install (petition), 1072 Transportation and Public Works: System - Impact, 601 Transportation and Public Works - Tar Ponds/Coke Ovens Sites: Phase II Report - Release, qu 2935 Transportation and Public Works - Ten-Year Needs Assessment Study - Release, 10 Transportation and Public Works - Terence Bay Road: Repair Time Frame - Minister Inform (res. 1084), n 3243 Transportation and Public Works: Terence Bay - Roads, 163 Transportation and Public Works: Timberlea-Prospect - Concerns, 157 Transportation and Public Works - Timberlea-Prospect: Roads - Condition, 158 Transportation and Public Works - Timberlea-Prospect: Roads - Impacts, 158 Transportation and Public Works - Timberlea-Prospect: Roads - Minister Upgrade (res. 328), n 759 Transportation and Public Works - T.L. Sullivan School (Bras d’Or): Crossing Light - Replacement, qu 1038 Transportation and Public Works - VIA Rail Derailment (Stewiacke): Safety Measures - Details, qu 1305 Transportation and Public Works - Victoria Road Interchange (Dartmouth): Upgrade - Start (res. 160), n 385 Transportation and Public Works - Water Supply: Safety - Assurances, qu 199 Transportation and Public Works - Whitney Pier: Relocation - Government (Nova Scotia) Involvement, qu 2440 Transportation and Public Works - Whitney Pier: Residents - Relocate, qu 2223 Transportation and Public Works - Whitney Pier Residents: Relocation - Talks Status, qu 2937 Transportation and Public Works - Yankeetown Road Residents: Improvement Time Frame - Minister Inform (res. 1251), n 3688 Transportation and Public Works 309 HANSARD INDEX

Transportation and Public Works - Year of the Roads: Election Promise - Status, qu 2950 Transportation and Public Works/Tourism - Connection, 159 Transportation and Public Works/Tourism and Culture - Swissair Memorial: Parking - Review (res. 368), n 853 Trites, John - Royal Canadian Geographic Society: Literacy Award - Congratulations (res. 1151), n 3461, app 3462 Troughton, Michael - Nova Scotia Agricultural College (NSAC): Honorary Degree - Congratulations (res. 865), n 2414, app 2415 Trudeau, Pierre Elliott: Death of - Tribute, 2 Truro Community Enhancement Association - Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) (African-Nova Scotian): Honourees - Congratulations (res. 885), n 2429, app 2430 Truro International Tulip Festival (11-13/05/01) - Organizers Applaud: Attendance - Encourage (res. 1064), n 3221 Truro International Tulip Festival (11-13/05/01) - Organizers Applaud: Attendance - Encourage (res. 1069), n 3232, app 3233 Tudor, Jim - Halifax Regional Development Agency: Award - Congratulations (res. 350), n 836, app 836 Turnbull, Stephanie - Nova Scotia Highland Dancing Championships: Victory - Congratulations (res. 1232), n 3640, app 3641 Two Planks and a Passion Theatre - Land Purchase (Kings County): Arts Centre Establishment - Congratulations/Best Wishes (res. 1057), n 3218 Two Rivers Wildlife Park - Foot Mats (Anti-Contagion): Development - Manager/Staff Congratulations (res. 1140), n 3375, app 3376 Two Rivers Wildlife Park - Fundraising: St. Joseph School/Tim Hortons - Congratulations (res. 203), n 474, app 474

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Ueffing, Joe and Susan: Paul Harris Fellows (Rotary) - Congratulations (res. 620), n 1520, app 1521 Unemployment: Nova Scotia - Status, 497 United Steelworkers of America (USWA) Local 1231 - Trenton Works: Collective Agreement - Success Congratulations (res. 1076), n 3237, app 3238 University College of Cape Breton (UCCB) - Community Studies Program: Breakfast Program (Bras d’Or Elementary School) - Recognize (res. 64), n 117, app 118 Upper Stewiacke Fire Protection Act (Bill 45), 1st 2320, 2nd 3694, 3rd 4142, RA 4544 Upshaw, Corporal Tony/Jones, Corporal Tom/Marshall, Constable Peter/Collins, Constable Richard - Community Enhancement Association: Recognition - Congratulations (res. 773), n 2054, app 2055 Upshaw, Jessica/Higgins, Sarah - Annapolis Valley Apple Blossom Festival: Kentville/Port Williams - Representation Congratulations (res. 1375), n 3956, app 3957 User-fees Disclosure Act (Bill 37), 1st 1355, 2nd 1722 Van den Hoek 310 HANSARD INDEX

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Van den Hoek - Veterans of Holland Liberation: Remembrance - Join (res. 1088), n 3246, app 3247 Van Slyke, Kelly - Figure Skating: Achievements - Congratulations (res. 375), n 858, app 859 Vaschel, Sonya - Open for Business: Entrepreneur Apprenticeship - Applaud (res. 1457), n 4210 Veinotte, Dr. Dennis - Career: Congratulations/Retirement - Best Wishes Convey (res. 443), n 1005, app 1006 VentureFest - University College of Cape Breton (UCCB): Program - Congratulations (res. 1159), n 3467, app 3468 Verschuren, Annette - St. Francis Xavier (F.X.) University: Honorary Degree - Congratulations (res. 899), n 2544, app 2544 Veterans (World War II) - Atlantic: Convoy Runs - Participants Remember (res. 919), n 2648, app 2648 Veterinary Medical Act (Bill 27), 1st 987, 2nd 3695, 3rd 4140, RA 4544 VIA Rail - Derailment (Stewiacke), 1149 VIA Rail - Derailment (Stewiacke): Community - Efforts Praise (res. 480), n 1107, app 1108 VIA Rail - Derailment (Stewiacke): Residents - Response Commend (res. 477), n 1104, app 1105 VIA Rail - Derailment (Stewiacke): Victims’ Recovery - Best Wishes Convey (res. 478), n 1105, app 1106 Vial of Life Program - Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) (Ingonish Beach Detachment): Volunteers - Congratulations (res. 349), n 835, app 836 Victoria: Constituency - Concerns, 935 Victoria County Community Access Project: Conference - Congratulations (res. 392), n 896, app 896 Victorian Order of Nurses (VON) (Pictou County) - Walk for Life: Best Wishes - Extend (res. 1110), n 3350 Victoria: Unemployment - Rate, 936 Video Lottery Terminals (VLTs) - Referendum: Government House Leader - Free Vote Request (res. 1279), n 3753 Vimy Ridge - Anniversary (84th): Participants - Congratulations (res. 358), n 846, app 847 Vimy Ridge - Anniversary (84th): Sacrifice - Reflection (res. 369), n 854, app 855 VISUNET Canada - Print Disabled: Partnership - Participants Congratulations (res. 1355), n 3939, app 3940 Vital Statistics (1998 and 1999) (reports tabled), 970 Viva, Catherine: Prime Minister’s Award for Teaching - Congratulations (res. 1134), n 3370, app 3371 Volition - West Pictou High School: Human Rights (Nova Scotia) Award - Congratulations (res. 848), n 2328, app 2329 Voluntary Planning - Land Ownership (Nova Scotia): Review Meetings - Public Locations (res. 95), n 183 Volunteers: Congratulations/Appreciation - Extend (res. 549), n 1290, app 1290 Volunteers: Contributions - Highlight (Adj. motion), 1264 Volunteers: Efforts - Recognize, 1320 Volunteers - Nova Scotia: Efforts - Thank (res. 479), n 1106, app 1107 Wal-Mart (Port Hawkesbury) 311 HANSARD INDEX

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Wal-Mart (Port Hawkesbury) - Cookbooks: Sale - Management/Staff Congratulations (res. 410), n 909, app 910 Wamback, Trevor - Montreal Expos Origin: Status - Congratulations (res. 387), n 891, app 892 Wappel, Tom: Actions - Repudiate (res. 1043), n 3012 Ward, Daisy Adele: Governor-General’s Caring Canadian Award - Congratulations (res. 1290), n 3797, app 3797 Warner, Greg/Paris, Claire: Sports Heroes Awards - Congratulations (res. 718), n 1918 Water - Contamination: Nova Scotians - Premier Call (res. 273), n 658 Waterfront Development Corporation, 21 Waters, Thomas P. - Meritorious Service Medal Palm Leaf: Receipt - Congratulations (res. 849), n 2329, app 2329 Watson, Charles - Death of: Family/Friends - Sympathy Extend (res. 1218), n 3629, app 3630 Watts Communications: Corporate Citizenship - Applaud (res. 832), n 2314 Waverley War Memorial Garden and Museum - Watson, Jean/Members Waverley Legion: Thanks Extend (res. 1204), n 3530, app 3530 Webber, Frank - Accident (Abs, Simon): Prevention - Congratulations (res. 1584), n 4460, app 4460 We Care Society - Telethon: Participants - Congratulations (res. 462), n 1020, app 1021 Weir, Derek: Rebekah Jurisdictional Youth Scholarship - Congratulations (res. 1212), n 3624 Well-being Measurement Act (Bill 65), 1st 4224 Wendy’s Restaurant - Classic Achiever Scholarship Awards Program (Maritime Provinces): Contestants/Thomas, Dave - Congratulations (res. 1352), n 3934 Wendy’s Restaurant - Classic Achiever Scholarship Awards Program (Maritime Provinces): Finalists/Thomas, Dave - Congratulations (res. 1353), n 3934 Wentworth Elementary School - Teachers/Parents/Volunteers/Staff: Dedication - Acknowledge (res. 764), n 2045 Wentzell, Cathy - Heritage Day Fair (Liverpool): Efforts - Congratulations (res. 667), n 1672, app 1673 Wentzell, Jamie: Abilities (Academic/Athletic) - Congratulations (res. 32), n 59, app 59 West End Memorial School - Public Speaking: Teaching - Commend (res. 1557), n 4440 West End Memorial School - Teachers/Parents/Volunteers/Staff: Dedication - Acknowledge (res. 758), n 2042 West Pictou High School - Project Norway: Students - Commend (res. 1148), n 3459, app 3460 Westphal/Cole Harbour Firefighters Association (LeRue, Mike/White, Noel/Barr, Terry) - Communities: Preservation - Congratulations (res. 76), n 127, app 127 Westray Mine Disaster - Occupational Health and Safety Act Recommendations: Justice Richard’s Inquiry - Implementation Details, qu 2933 Westray Mine Disaster - Victims: Memory - Honour (res. 993), n 2910, app 2911 Westray Mine Disaster - Victims: One Minute Silence - Observe (res. 997), n 2915, app 2915 Westray Mine Disaster: Victims - Remember (res. 996), n 2914, app 2915 Westville Citizens Crime Prevention Association - Fundraising: Efforts - Congratulations (res. 1564), n 4444 Westville High School 312 HANSARD INDEX

Westville High School - Awards (Non-Academic): Recipients - Congratulations (res. 1561), n 4442 Whistleblowers Act (Bill 3), 1st 41 White, Louise/Fraser, Viola - Schoolmates: Friendships - Maintain (res. 727), n 1931, app 1932 Whitney Pier - Residents: Health and Fitness - Premier Concern Extend (res. 961), n 2789 Whitney Pier: Residents - Relocate (res. 1046), n 3014 Whitney Pier - Residents: Relocation - Commit (res. 1097), n 3253 Whitney Pier - Residents: Relocation - Premier Agree (Adj. motion), 3157 Wildlife Carvers and Artists Association (Nova Scotia) - Competition and Show: Participants - Congratulations (res. 1430), n 4083, app 4084 Wildlife Festival (Nova Scotia) - Eastern Passage: Organizers - Success Wish (res. 1381), n 3961, app 3961 Williams, Danny - Newfoundland Progressive Conservative (PC) Party: Leader - Acclamation Congratulations (res. 565), n 1361 Williams, Shelley - Hockey: Investors Group Community Sport Administration Award - Congratulations (res. 1568), n 4446 WILSON, Mr. David (Cape Breton East - L) Adjournment of House (Rule 43): Natural Resources - Prince Colliery: Closure - Economic Impact, 3597 Bills Introduced 13 House of Assembly Act, 1st 517, 2nd 713, 3rd 4072, RA 4544 46 Sydney Casino Profits Distribution Act, 1st 2320, 2nd 4287 District of Barrington Health Professionals Assistance Act (Bill 54), 4167, 4399, 4535, Question Put, 4540, app. 4542 Financial Measures (2001) Act (Bill 30), 1607, 1999 Government Restructuring (2001) Act (Bill 20), 2607, 3113 House of Assembly Act (Bill 13), 713, 721, 4072 Natural Resources - Prince Colliery: Closure - Economic Impact (Rule 43), 3597 Order of Nova Scotia Act (Bill 10), 553, 801 Petition Presented Health - Bone Densitometers: Numbers - Increase, 2788 Questions (Oral) Community Services - Child Care Centres: Funding - Allocation Explain, 3838 Community Services - Early Childhood Intervention: Funding - Confirm, 3553 Community Services - Educational Choices: Savings - Explain, 194 Community Services - Kendrick Report: Implementation - Details, 4111 Community Services - Pharmacare Payments: Medication (Restricted) - Investigate, 1046 Community Services - Recipients: Work Commencement - Benefits Continuation, 314 Community Services - Registered Education Savings Plans (RESPs): Assistance Criteria - Regulations, 699 Community Services - Secure Treatment Facility: Truro - Details, 1228, 1295, 3034 Community Services - Secure Treatment Facility: Truro - Land Transfer, 3034 Community Services - Service Agreements: Focus Group Meetings - Status, 3657 Wilson-Questions (Oral) 313 HANSARD INDEX

Community Services - Social Assistance Appeal Boards: Appointments - Extend, 1049 Community Services - Social Assistance Appeal Boards: Reduction - Location, 1090 Community Services - Transition Houses: Resources - Increase, 761 Devco - Prince Mine: Closure - Committee (All-Party) Recall, 3537 Economic Development - Prince Mine Closure: Cape Breton Economy - Future Outline, 3769 Education - Early Intervention: Community Services - Coordination, 2822 Education - Knowledge House Contract: Tender - Lack Explain, 3650 Education - Special Needs Students: Funding - Provide, 3913 Environment and Labour - Glace Bay: Water Supply - Safety Ensure, 771 Executive Council - Lobbyists: Meetings - Reporting Policy, 1813 Finance - Archibald Moody Corporation (AMC): Financial Measures (2001) Act - Consultation, 914 Finance - Casino (Sydney): Charities - Cutbacks Rationale, 1224 Finance - Casino (Sydney): Charities - Cutbacks Restore, 3654 Finance - Concern: Premier - Explain, qu 5652 Health - Bone Densitometers: Petitions - Minister’s Response, 2365 Health: Home Oxygen Program - Details, 1206 Health - Recovery House: Funding - Negotiator, 2351 Health - Recovery House: Staff (Political) - Appropriateness, 2451 Justice - Family Violence: Maxwell, Lori (Truro) - Report Table, 1684 Justice - Jail (Burnside): Occupancy - Time Frame, 3562 Progressive Conservative (PC) Caucus - Pay Increase (3 Per Cent): Charity Donations - Details, 3906 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Glace Bay Heritage Museum Society: Taxation - Minister Explain, 2952 Women, Status of - Women’s Centre (Truro): Funding - Ensure, 4266 Resolutions 13 Glace Bay: Emergency Water System - Remedy, n 45 31 Riordon, Sue - Veterans Affairs Committee: Commitments - Endorse (by Mr. M. Samson), n 58, app 59 96 Community Services: Regulations - Consultation, n 184 158 Executive Council - Water Quality: Glace Bay - Cleanup, n 383 190 Sports - Hockey: Vince Ryan Tournament - Participants Congratulations, n 464, app 466 251 Government (Nova Scotia) - Glace Bay: Water Situation - Correct, n 571 347 Sports - Glace Bay Sports and Community Volunteer Hall of Fame: Organizers/Recipients - Congratulations, n 834 369 Vimy Ridge - Anniversary (84th): Sacrifice - Reflection, n 854, app 855 407 Industrial Cape Breton Board of Trade - Excellence in Business Awards (2000): Nominees - Congratulations, n 907, app 908 494 Ludlow Family - Home Rebuilding: Participants/Volunteers - Congratulations, n 1117, app 1118 Wilson-Questions (Oral) 314 HANSARD INDEX

570 Glace Bay Shoe Store - Establishment: Owner/Managers - Congratulations, n 1365, app 1366 587 Finance - Casino (Sydney): Funding - Restore, n 1390 668 Administrative Professionals Day (25/04/01) - Administrative Professionals: Appreciation - Extend, n 1673, app 1673 702 MacNeil, Russell - St. Francis Xavier (F.X.) Sports Hall of Fame: Induction - Congratulations, n 1788, app 1788 784 Finance - Debt: Mismanagement - Premier/Cabinet Responsibility, n 2062 850 Stream Call Centre - Glace Bay: Government (Nova Scotia) - Location Urge, n 2329, app 2336 873 Debison, Aeslin: Accomplishments - Congratulations, n 2420, app 2421 882 Glace Bay - Residents: Government (Nova Scotia) - Assist, n 2427, app 2427 901 Health - Recovery House: Funding - Restore, n 2545 907 Lighthouse Day (Nova Scotia) - Information: Web Site - Participants Congratulations, n 2550, app 2551 908 Health - Recovery House: Funding - Provide, n 2551 971 Kings North Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) - Government (Nova Scotia) Policy: Comments - Substance, n 2797 1033 Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations - Glace Bay Heritage Museum Society: Tax Exemption - Support, n 3004 1039 Dexter-Peck, Patti: Robert Wood Johnson Award - Congratulations, n 3008 1081 EDS/register.com: Announcements - Congratulations, n 3241, app 3242 1130 Marconi Towers - Replica Construction: Italian Consul General - Congratulations, n 3367, app 3368 1257 Community Services - Minister: Government (Canada) Funding - Source Confusion, n 3692 1263 MacDonald, Clayton: Bravery Award - Congratulations, n 3741, app 3742 1301 MacNeil, Russell - St. Francis Xavier (F.X.) University: Sports Hall of Fame - Induction Congratulations, n 3805, app 3806 1345 Finance - Casino (Sydney): Charities - Cutbacks Restore, n 3896 1368 Progressive Conservative (PC) Caucus - Pay Increase (3 Per Cent): Charity Donations - Receipts Provide, n 3951 1478 Access Awareness Week (27/05-02/06/01): Partnership for Access Awareness/ Participants - Congratulations, n 4230, app 4231 1484 Government (Nova Scotia) - Control: Finance Minister - Admission Confirm, n 4234 1540 Health - Nurses: Minister - Support, n 4344 1593 Finance - Casino (Sydney): Charity Donation Reduction - Supporters Decry, n 4466 1600 Stream Call Centre - Glace Bay: Government (Nova Scotia) - Location Urge, n 4472 Social Workers Act (Bill 34), 3733 Supply Motion, 539-543 Environment and Labour - Glace Bay: Water System - Problems, 539 Sydney Casino Profits Distribution Act (Bill 46), 4287 Winters, Charles 315 HANSARD INDEX

Winters, Charles: National Peacekeeping Medal - Congratulations (res. 1428), n 4079 Women for Economic Equality Society (WEE) - Community Economic Development: Guide - Launch Congratulations (res. 910), n 2552, app 2553 Women, Status of - Warner, Rita (Chair): Election - Congratulations (res. 47), n 105, app 106 Women, Status of - Warner, Rita (Chair): Election - Congratulations (res. 52), n 109, app 109 Women, Status of - Women’s Centre (Truro): Funding - Ensure, qu 4266 Women, Status of - Women’s Community Economic Development Network: Work - Recognize (res. 80), n 172, app 173 Women, Status of - Women’s Executive Network: E-Mentoring Program - Launch Congratulations (res. 119), n 269, app 270 Women, Status of - Women’s Executive Network: Nova Scotia - Welcome (res. 109), n 262, app 262 Women’s Institutes: Contribution - Recognize (res. 557), n 1355, app 1356 Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) (report tabled), 513 Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB): System - Concerns, 158 Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) - Widows’ Benefits: Fairness - Interpretation (res. 189), n 463 Workers’ Compensation - Forest Industry: Costs - Reduction, 791 Workers Health and Safety Act (Bill 52), 1st 2914, 2nd 3853 World Health Organization: World No-Tobacco Day - Recognize (res. 1529), n 4336, app 4336 World Health Organization: World No-Tobacco Day - Support (res. 1467), n 4221, app 4222 World No-Tobacco Day (31/05/01) - Government (Nova Scotia): Recognize - Second-Hand Smoke Programs Investment (res. 1534), n 4340 World Vision - Hants East Rural High School: Contribution - Congratulations (res. 956), n 2676, app 2677 World Wide Source Call Centre - Parker Street Food and Furniture Bank: Donation - Gratitude Express (res. 139), n 284, app 285

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Yarmouth - Transportation: Links - Develop (res. 1068), n 3231, app 3232 Yarmouth Beaver Colony: Christmas Adopt-A-Family - Congratulations (res. 126), n 275, app 275 Yarmouth County Museum - Staff/Volunteers: Efforts - Congratulations (res. 551), n 1351 YM-YWCA - Y’s Menettes (Pictou County): Donation - Thank (res. 437), n 1001, app 1001 Young, Joe - East Hants Volunteers Award Night: Award - Congratulations (res. 1542), n 4346, app 4347 Young, Paul: Achievements - Congratulations (res. 444), n 1006, app 1007 Youth Secretariat: Web Site - Launch (min. stat.), 4327 Z 316 HANSARD INDEX

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