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THIRD SESSION - TWENTY-FIFTH LEGISLATURE

of the

Legislative Assembly of ______

DEBATES and PROCEEDINGS

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(HANSARD) Published under the authority of The Honourable P. Myron Kowalsky Speaker

N.S. VOL. XLVIV NO. 1A THURSDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2006, 2 p.m.

MEMBERS OF THE LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY OF SASKATCHEWAN

Speaker — Hon. P. Myron Kowalsky Premier — Hon. Leader of the Opposition —

Name of Member Political Affiliation Constituency

Addley, Hon. Graham NDP Sutherland Allchurch, Denis SP Rosthern-Shellbrook Atkinson, Hon. Pat NDP Saskatoon Nutana Beatty, Hon. Joan NDP Cumberland Belanger, Hon. Buckley NDP Athabasca Bjornerud, Bob SP Melville-Saltcoats Borgerson, Lon NDP Saskatchewan Rivers Brkich, Greg SP Arm River-Watrous Calvert, Hon. Lorne NDP Saskatoon Riversdale Cheveldayoff, Ken SP Saskatoon Silver Springs Chisholm, Michael SP Cut Knife-Turtleford Cline, Hon. Eric NDP Saskatoon Massey Place Crofford, Joanne NDP Regina Rosemont D’Autremont, Dan SP Cannington Dearborn, Jason SP Kindersley Draude, June SP Kelvington-Wadena Duncan, Dustin SP Weyburn-Big Muddy Eagles, Doreen SP Estevan Elhard, Wayne SP Cypress Hills Forbes, Hon. David NDP Saskatoon Centre Gantefoer, Rod SP Melfort Hagel, Hon. Glenn NDP North Hamilton, Doreen NDP Regina Wascana Plains Harpauer, Donna SP Humboldt Harper, Ron NDP Regina Northeast Hart, Glen SP Last Mountain-Touchwood Hermanson, Elwin SP Rosetown-Elrose Higgins, Hon. Deb NDP Huyghebaert, Yogi SP Wood River Iwanchuk, Andy NDP Saskatoon Fairview Junor, Judy NDP Saskatoon Eastview Kerpan, Allan SP Carrot River Valley Kirsch, Delbert SP Batoche Kowalsky, Hon. P. Myron NDP Prince Albert Carlton Krawetz, Ken SP Canora-Pelly Lautermilch, Hon. Eldon NDP Prince Albert Northcote McCall, Hon. Warren NDP Regina Elphinstone-Centre McMorris, Don SP Indian Head-Milestone Merriman, Ted SP Saskatoon Northwest Morgan, Don SP Saskatoon Southeast Morin, Sandra NDP Regina Walsh Acres Nilson, Hon. John NDP Prebble, Peter NDP Saskatoon Greystone Quennell, Hon. Frank NDP Serby, Hon. Clay NDP Yorkton Sonntag, Hon. Maynard NDP Meadow Lake Stewart, Lyle SP Thunder Creek Taylor, Hon. Len NDP The Battlefords Thomson, Hon. Andrew NDP Regina South Toth, Don SP Moosomin Trew, Kim NDP Regina Coronation Park Van Mulligen, Hon. Harry NDP Regina Douglas Park Wakefield, Milton SP Lloydminster Wall, Brad SP Swift Current Wartman, Hon. Mark NDP Regina Qu’Appelle Valley Weekes, Randy SP Biggar Yates, Kevin NDP Regina Dewdney Vacant Martensville

LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY OF SASKATCHEWAN 1 October 26, 2006

[The Assembly met at 14:00.] My government is committed to a plan that ensures Saskatchewan maintains its hard-earned designation as one of The Speaker: — Good afternoon, and welcome everyone to the only three “have” provinces in this nation, and we proudly opening ceremonies for the third session of the twenty-fifth reflect on this accomplishment as a “have” province with a legislature. heart.

I wish to inform the Assembly that I have received a VISION FOR THE FUTURE communication from the Private Secretary to His Honour the Lieutenant Governor stating that His Honour will open the third A year ago, my government outlined a broad future vision for session of the twenty-fifth legislature at 2 p.m. today, the 26th Saskatchewan. That vision is to seek a province where no one is day of October, 2006. left behind on the path to opportunity, a province with an unbreakable social fabric, built on the foundation of diverse and Would you please remain standing for the arrival of Their growing communities, within a green and prosperous economy. Honours. In the year that has passed, much progress has been achieved [At 14:01 His Honour the Lieutenant Governor entered the toward this vision. Even more progress is planned. Chamber and took his seat upon the Throne. His Honour was then pleased to open the session with the following speech as Ours is a province that is down to earth, but where the sky is the tabled.] limit.

SPEECH FROM THE THRONE FOCUS FOR THE YEAR AHEAD

His Honour: — Pray be seated. The focus for my government in this Session is to make life better for today’s Saskatchewan families, and to build an even Mr. Speaker, Members of the Legislative Assembly, Honoured better future here for young people. Guests, People of Saskatchewan. Four cornerstones will set the foundation for my government’s Welcome all to the opening of the Third Session of the 25th agenda: Legislature. Tansi. • Make Saskatchewan the best place for young people to live, work, and build strong futures; We sit in the Chamber today for the first full legislative Session • Strengthen Saskatchewan’s leadership in improving public of the second 100 years of our Legislature. On the table in front health care while reducing wait times and improving of us lies a traditionally crafted runner and cushion for our access to services; Mace, a blending of First Nations and Parliamentary traditions • Advance Saskatchewan as a leader in environmental in the Assembly, just as First Nations and the people of other protection and the green economy; and cultures now live together in Saskatchewan as neighbours under • Ensure that today’s Saskatchewan families benefit from the Treaty relationship. our strong economy.

We are many; we are one. A particular welcome is extended MAKE SASKATCHEWAN THE BEST PLACE FOR today to the families who have recently chosen to make their YOUNG PEOPLE TO LIVE, WORK AND BUILD homes in our province, to the youth who have graduated and are STRONG FUTURES building their futures here, and to the musicians and artists we will celebrate in the year ahead. Some of you have joined us There is no clearer calling than our collective responsibility to today. provide a legacy of opportunity for our children. My government’s first cornerstone is dedicated to that goal, making WHERE WE HAVE COME FROM Saskatchewan the best place for young people to live, work and build strong futures. As this Session opens, many will remember that fifteen years ago, Saskatchewan was on the brink of bankruptcy. The Encouragement and support to nurture a lifelong learner’s financial future of the next generation was at risk. Social success must begin early in life. These ingredients are some of infrastructure was in jeopardy. There was much hard work and the essential building blocks for the province’s social and sacrifice in the following decade to restore the province’s fiscal economic wellbeing. foundation. The results have been dramatic: thirteen consecutive balanced budgets, fourteen credit rating upgrades My government wants quality options for families with and the significant reduction of public debt. children, and the best in early learning and child care that can be provided. We want all children to be able to read the books Five years ago, our economy had reached a turning point. they carry home in their book bags from their school or local Today, thanks to the hard work of the Saskatchewan people, our library. economy is re-energized and there are now more jobs than ever Investments in Education before in our history. Our quality of life remains second to none, and we have a proud record of social progress. To make this happen, the province’s Literacy program will expand, and we will deliver Saskatchewan’s Early Learning and 2 Saskatchewan Hansard October 26, 2006

Child Care Program, despite the federal government’s My government will also reinvigorate our relationship with the withdrawal from its commitments. Fransaskois community, with particular emphasis on immigration and employment needs of Saskatchewan In the year ahead, investments in education will continue to francophones. focus on meeting the needs of families and ensuring their children grow into healthy and well-educated adults. Mon gouvernement dynamisera nos relations avec la communauté fransaskoise en adressant particulièrement les As one example, Saskatchewan will invest in its besoins des francophones de la Saskatchewan dans les secteurs groundbreaking KidsFirst initiative, which blends the efforts of de l’immigration et de l’emploi. health districts, school divisions, Aboriginal organizations and communities, and provides: In this 21st century, it is important that we continue to spread • home visiting programs; the word that Saskatchewan is a great place to live, work and • community supports; raise a family. • early development programs; • pre-natal care; and Saskatchewan is home to a diverse, robust and fundamentally • family supports. strong economy, and our doors are open, with opportunities for workers here at home and from abroad. Toward the same goal, building on our education renewal initiative, new School Community Councils will provide All these efforts are in support of my government’s focus in this parents and community members with opportunities to have Session to make life better for today’s families and to build an real input and make a difference in children's learning at their even better future here for our youth. local schools. STRENGTHEN SASKATCHEWAN’S LEADERSHIP IN Investments in Training PUBLIC HEALTH CARE WHILE REDUCING WAIT TIMES AND IMPROVING ACCESS TO SERVICES As young people grow and look to their future here, in whatever walk of life they choose, my government is committed to The second cornerstone of my government’s agenda is to work addressing the labour market’s changing needs and will: with health care providers to strengthen Saskatchewan’s • expand training opportunities to meet market demands; leadership in public health care, while reducing wait times and • unveil a new partnership between business, labour and our improving access to services. training institutions to provide counsel to government to meet Saskatchewan's evolving labour market needs; and Investments in health care will be the highest they have ever • strengthen and expand our regional training model to bring been. education closer to students and better link training to learners, job-seekers and employers. As the birthplace of Medicare, Saskatchewan retains its distinction as the only “have” province in Canada that does not Additionally, it will: charge its people a health care premium. • expand partnerships with First Nations and Métis to enhance education and skills training for Aboriginal youth; To strengthen the best health care system for families, we will: • continue the freeze on university tuition; and • enhance efforts to recruit health care providers, using new • host a Youth Summit that links young people, business, relocation incentives in return for service commitments, employers and government in building a bright future for among other initiatives; youth in our province. • increase opportunities for internationally-educated professionals to work right here, right now; and During this Session, my government will also receive and act • expand the Aboriginal health workforce. on a comprehensive review of access to post-secondary education. These actions will address essential issues for To further improve health care for Saskatchewan families, we students and promote the exceptional range of career will: opportunities right here at home. • continue the progress towards the development of a Children’s Hospital within a hospital; Ours is a province with abundant career opportunities; a • provide support for children with mental, physical, or province that is down to earth, but where the sky is the limit for behavioural disabilities and disorders; jobs in every corner. • continue the implementation of the Premier’s Project Hope to prevent and treat the devastation caused by drug and Last year, we launched a bold initiative to attract 5,000 alcohol abuse; and immigrants annually by 2008, and we are on track to • work with First Nations and Métis leaders to call on the accomplish that goal. federal government to meet its commitment to achieve the targets agreed upon at the First Ministers’ meeting on Investments in language training, employment and other Aboriginal issues. services will foster strong beginnings for our newcomers in their new neighbourhoods in this province. This includes a Our seniors and elders fought for Medicare and pioneered this program at the College of Medicine to aid the certification of province. They set out to create a better life for their families, international medical graduates living in Saskatchewan children and grandchildren. So too, in this Session, my October 26, 2006 Saskatchewan Hansard 3 government will introduce new measures to recognize their university-based capacity for research and commercialization in dedication. bio-technology, petroleum, medicine, pharmacy, information technology and greenhouse gas emission reduction. Cornerstone efforts to improve health care and its delivery are firmly in place to meet the goal of making life better for today’s Saskatchewan’s co-operative, financial, manufacturing, families and to build a future here for our young people. tourism, film and video, music, small business and retail sectors are expanding and providing even greater opportunities for ADVANCE SASKATCHEWAN AS A LEADER IN Saskatchewan’s young people. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AND THE GREEN ECONOMY All of these developments and more have contributed to the strong economy of Saskatchewan today. For our families to remain healthy and for our economy to prosper, Saskatchewan will be a leader in the protection of the The fourth cornerstone for my government within this Session environment and the promotion of clean and renewable energy. is to ensure that Saskatchewan families will benefit from our The third cornerstone of my government speaks to this goal. strong and prosperous economy.

Saskatchewan will demonstrate national leadership in This will take shape in many ways within their communities, conserving, protecting and restoring the health of our rural and urban alike. environment and our diverse ecosystems. Over the last year, business tax reforms were introduced and are In this Session, my government will: making Saskatchewan's corporate tax structure one of the most • implement further steps to achieve our long-term goal of competitive and business-friendly in Canada, now leading to meeting one-third of our energy requirements through more job creation and employment opportunities for renewable resources; and Saskatchewan people. • work in partnership to research the feasibility of the world’s first, Saskatchewan-designed, utility-scale clean Additionally, throughout our province, Aboriginal economic coal generating facility. development has significantly contributed to the growing employment numbers among Saskatchewan’s First Nations and In addition, my government will: Métis. To further this progress, a national summit on Aboriginal • implement measures to assist in energy conservation; economic development, in partnership with First Nations, Métis • carry out a comprehensive plan to develop bio-fuels; and Inuit, will be held. • continue leadership in carbon sequestration and wind power development; Without a doubt, the rise in the Canadian dollar and changing • implement a plan for the mandated use of ethanol; international markets are having significant impact on two of • ensure a safe water supply for communities; and our major sectors – forestry and the meat industry. • take further measures toward our vision of agroforestry. During this Session, my government will work with the Finally, with one-third of the organic farmers in Canada, and 60 Forestry Task Force, local communities and industry partners per cent of the land in this nation which is dedicated to organic toward a viable and long-term forestry sector in the province. farming, this province will lead the way in organic production. Also during this Session, my government will work with the Upon completion of work now underway, initiatives will be meat industry to evaluate our plans in light of recent changes. introduced to expand the production, processing and marketing of local organic food. This cornerstone contributes to economic growth. It supports job creation so our young people can build strong futures right With our connection to the land and our commitment to here. It provides real benefits for families. environmental stewardship, Saskatchewan clearly demonstrates it is down to earth, with only the sky as our limit. REAL BENEFITS FOR FAMILIES

All efforts in environmental protection will contribute to our My government distinguishes itself by being committed to the goal of making life better for today’s families and help to build conviction that economic progress must result in social progress a future here for our young people. and that should result in real benefits for families.

ENSURE SASKATCHEWAN FAMILIES BENEFIT Saskatchewan families should benefit from their earned FROM OUR STRONG, PROSPEROUS ECONOMY success, and their pocketbooks and lifestyles should reflect that growth. Our province has caught the eye of the world. Major investments are being made by national and international Over the coming months, we will take important steps to make companies, including in oil and gas, diamonds, uranium, sure life here is even more affordable for every Saskatchewan value-added agriculture, ethanol and potash. Our external trade family. missions and promotions, and the work of the Saskatchewan Trade and Export Partnership, are bearing fruit. As part of that, the commitment to the Lowest-Cost Utility Bundle through our Crown Corporations will continue. There have been significant gains made through our 4 Saskatchewan Hansard October 26, 2006

Real Benefits for Families Toward this goal, as examples, my government will: A Fair Deal for Saskatchewan’s Non-Renewable Resources • create more targeted crime reduction efforts in communities; My government believes there must be a fair and equitable • continue action to protect against dangerous offenders; equalization formula respecting Saskatchewan’s non-renewable • develop a province-wide police protocol with the task force resource revenues. We are demanding fairness and full benefits for missing persons; for our families when the Government of Canada honours its • introduce legislation which gives police new means to commitment to the people of Saskatchewan. combat violence; • review legislation to ensure that everyone in the province, During this Session, my government will be relentless with including those in First Nations communities, has an vigorous efforts to ensure that the Government of Canada keeps acceptable level of fire protection and fire prevention its promise. services; and • continue to develop a provincial anti-racism strategy. Families will feel real benefits from Saskatchewan’s strong economy. Real Benefits for Families The North Real Benefits for Families Public Infrastructure Renewal My government believes in the vast potential and breathtaking beauty of Saskatchewan’s North. Families need sturdy, 21st century public infrastructure that meets their growing needs. Within this Session our priorities will include: • working on the Northern Roads to Prosperity strategy; Modern transportation corridors are essential to our future • moving forward in implementing our commitment to clean economic development and to create opportunities for our up abandoned uranium sites; young people. • examining the impact of the overtime exemption that currently exists in northern Saskatchewan; and During this Session, my government will deliver a multi-year • maximizing business, training and employment strategy of road and rail, to build a transportation network that opportunities made possible by high levels of investment in will serve the economy of today and tomorrow. the North.

In this Session, legislation will be passed to dedicate every Ours is a province with limitless potential: down to earth, dollar of fuel tax collected by the province from motorists expanding like the northern sky. toward the maintenance and building of Saskatchewan’s road network. Real Benefits for Families Working People, Working Families With the opportunity presented by one-time revenues from high energy prices, a multi-year infrastructure fund will be Working people and working families are fundamental building established and will provide funding for initiatives such as: blocks of a strong economy. The health and safety of, and • the Building Communities fund for cultural and benefits for, workers are important values of my government. recreational facilities; • improvements to roads affected by heavy-haul traffic; During this Session, my government will: • improvements to access to First Nations communities; and • focus on workplace safety through the response to the • improvements to the economic and social development Occupational Health and Safety Council Report; and capacity in our North. • receive and respond to the report from The Workers’ Compensation Act Committee of Review. Further to these initiatives, my government will: • expand high-speed internet to more rural and northern There will be initiatives to assist vulnerable workers to communities; overcome employment challenges by responding further to the • address barriers to the movement of goods, services, recommendations of the Commission on Improving Work investment and people with our neighbouring provinces Opportunities for Saskatchewan Residents. and within Canada; and • work with municipalities to create an “Urban Agenda” to As part of our province’s commitment to improving working support our cities, communities and regional economies. benefits for Saskatchewan people, particularly Saskatchewan young people, the minimum wage will increase to $7.95 on Families will feel real benefits from Saskatchewan’s strong March 1, 2007, as part of a three-stage increase from $6.65 just economy. over one year ago.

Real Benefits for Families Families will feel real benefits from Saskatchewan’s strong Safety and Security in our Communities economy.

My government is committed to a Saskatchewan where families Real Benefits for Families feel safe and secure in their communities. Our Families Who Farm

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Families who farm continue to fill the breadbaskets of the world be introduced. even as the cost/price squeeze in agriculture continues. In 2007, we look forward to a year of celebration of the arts, Over the past year, my government has made significant particularly music. improvements to the education tax on farmland, and today’s farm families are gaining from that benefit. Building on an impressive track record in establishing a thriving film and video industry, a similar course for the creative During this Session, efforts will ensure that the benefits of our economy of music and the arts will be charted. economy continue to touch the lives of average farm families by fully funding the Canadian Agricultural Income Stabilization Working in partnership with SaskCreativeMusic 2007, and Program while negotiating for a more effective and fair national having recently secured the world tour of The Rolling Stones, program. there is no doubt that more excitement is on the way. Saskatchewan has properly reserved its place on centre stage. My government will also: Events and programs to showcase our own wealth of musical • work with industry to improve risk management programs talent will boom. such as Crop Insurance; and • stand firm in calling for the federal government to The 2007 stage has been set for Saskatchewan to play host to: announce an effective new disaster program, and to • the Juno Awards in Saskatoon in April; commit to greater support for the grains and oilseeds sector • the Canadian Country Music Awards in Regina in in levelling the international playing field. September; and • the Western Canadian Music Awards in Moose Jaw in During this Session, my government will also press the federal October. government to honour its own legislation and enable farmers to decide the future of the Canadian Wheat Board through an open Watch for the marquees and have the welcome mat ready as and fair plebiscite. The legislature will be asked to endorse that other announcements unfold. If you love music and good times, position. Saskatchewan will be the place to be in 2007. Nobody throws a party like Saskatchewan! This will be a year to be proud out Families will feel real benefits from Saskatchewan’s strong loud. economy. We know good times, but Saskatchewan people are also known Real Benefits for Families for a strong work ethic. We are amongst the most productive Our Volunteers and Our Communities and efficient workforce in this nation. To recognize this, and to further build a healthy balance of work and family, beginning Community-based and voluntary organizations are the this February, a new annual statutory holiday will be backbone of the high quality of life Saskatchewan families introduced. It will be known as Saskatchewan’s “Family Day.” enjoy. Saskatchewan people volunteer more than any in Canada to sustain their organizations. Families will feel real benefits from our strong economy.

Working with the voluntary sector, we are striving to maintain Much has been accomplished. My government has set out a and strengthen our position as a national leader in voluntary clear, focused agenda to benefit families in four cornerstone participation. My government is deeply disappointed in the priority areas. Social progress comes from progress in our decision by the federal government to withdraw support from economy. the Canada Volunteerism Initiative. As the provincial motto calls for unification, let us build upon As a national leader in voluntary participation, support will the strength of our many peoples. continue for the Premier’s Voluntary Sector Initiative. My government anticipates moving forward to forge a new We are building a province where children, regardless of race or structure that will strengthen the relationship between the public culture, will be able to read the books they carry in their school sector and the voluntary sector. bags.

All of our efforts are toward the goal of making life better for We are building a province where young people will establish Saskatchewan families and contributing to a quality of life their careers and raise their families in a healthy environment second to none. and with a quality of life second to none.

Real Benefits for Families We are building a province where the contributions of our A Year of Music – Saskatchewan on Centre Stage seniors and elders are celebrated with the utmost pride and respected with dignity. It is often said that Saskatchewan people are the most creative and the most innovative by nature. My government believes in We are building a province where no matter if we carry a tool the strength of creative economies and the enhancements to our box, a briefcase or a wireless device to work, we have ample quality of life that are brought by innovation and the arts. leisure time to enjoy our land, our lakes, our skies, our neighbours and most importantly, our families. In this Session, legislation affecting the Status of the Artist will 6 Saskatchewan Hansard October 26, 2006

This is our province – a province we are so proud to call home; Introduction of Pages a province that is down to earth, with only the sky as our limit. The Speaker: — I wish to inform the Assembly that the Pages This is our home. Saskatchewan! for this session will be Glenna Coleman, Sope Ogunrinde, Michael Radmacher, Mandy Selzer, Nicolas Stulberg, and Kyla May divine providence continue to bless our province and guide Will. Welcome to this session. this Assembly in all its deliberations. Hon. Members: Hear, hear! God bless Saskatchewan. God bless Canada. God save the Queen. TABLING THE SPEECH FROM THE THRONE

The Speaker: — Your Honours, Mr. Premier, members of the The Speaker: — I wish to inform the Assembly that in order to judiciary, my legislative colleagues, elders, chiefs, and special prevent mistakes I have obtained a copy of the speech of His guests. The year 2006 represents the 100th year of the existence Honour the Lieutenant Governor which I now lay on the Table. of the legislature of Saskatchewan. We commemorated this event last spring with a ceremony at which this Assembly was MOTIONS presented with a traditionally beaded moosehide runner and beaver pelt cushion to serve as a symbolic foundation for the Speech from the Throne Saskatchewan mace. The Speaker: — The Chair recognizes the Premier. As a follow-up to that historic recognition of the treaty relationship in Saskatchewan, today I am pleased to invite Hon. Mr. Calvert: —Mr. Speaker, I move, seconded by the Treaty Elder Alma Kytwayhat to join me to offer a prayer on Deputy Premier, the member from Yorkton: the occasion of the opening of this session. I also welcome Elder Simon Kytwayhat to follow the prayer with a drum song That the speech of His Honour the Lieutenant Governor be — a fitting way to mark the beginning of our next 100 years. taken into consideration on Friday, October 27, 2006.

[Prayers] The Speaker: — It has been moved by the Premier, the member for Saskatoon Riversdale, seconded by the Deputy [Drum song] Premier, the member for Yorkton:

The Speaker: — Thank you, Elder Alma Kytwayhat and Elder That the speech of His Honour the Lieutenant Governor be Simon Kytwayhat. Please remain standing for the departure of taken into consideration on Friday, October 27, 2006. Their Honours and for the parading of the mace. Is it the pleasure of the Assembly to adopt the motion? [His Honour retired from the Chamber at 14:41.] Some Hon. Members: — Agreed. The Speaker: — Please be seated. The Speaker: — The motion is carried. ORDERS OF THE DAY Printing of Votes and Proceedings of the Assembly INTRODUCTION OF BILLS The Speaker: — The Chair recognizes the Premier. Pro Forma Bill Hon. Mr. Calvert: — Mr. Speaker, I again move, seconded by The Speaker: — The Chair recognizes the Premier. the Deputy Premier, the member from Yorkton:

Hon. Mr. Calvert: — Mr. Speaker, I move that a Bill That the Votes and Proceedings of this Assembly be respecting the Administration of Oaths of Office be now printed under the authority of the Speaker. introduced and read the first time. The Speaker: — It has been moved by the Premier, the The Speaker: — It has been moved by the Hon. Premier that member for Saskatoon Riversdale, and seconded by the the said Bill be now introduced and read the first time. Is it the Deputy Premier, the member for Yorkton: pleasure of the Assembly to adopt the motion? That the Votes and Proceedings of this Assembly be Some Hon. Members: — Agreed. printed under the authority of the Speaker.

The Speaker: — Motion is carried. Is it the pleasure of the Assembly to adopt the motion?

Clerk: — First reading of this Bill. Some Hon. Members: — Agreed.

ANNOUNCEMENTS The Speaker: — The motion is carried. The Chair recognizes the Premier. October 26, 2006 Saskatchewan Hansard 7

Hon. Mr. Calvert: — Mr. Speaker, I move that this House I have one final announcement – I ask that members and guests do now adjourn. observe the following order when departing from the Chamber: first will be the Speaker's party, followed by His Honour’s The Speaker: — Before I put the question on the adjournment special party, Premier and Mrs. Calvert, Leader of the motion, I do have a few announcements to make. Opposition, judges of the Court of Appeal, Queen's Bench, and Provincial Court, members of the cabinet and their spouses, I would first of all like to thank all guests and members of the other members of the Legislative Assembly and their spouses, public for joining us here today. guests.

I want to thank the Hon. J. Klebuc, Chief Justice of This House stands adjourned until tomorrow at 10 a.m. Saskatchewan; the Hon. R. D. Laing, Chief Justice of the Court of Queen’s Bench; the Hon. G. T. G. Seniuk, Chief Justice of [The Assembly adjourned at 14:46.] the Provincial Court; and the members of the judiciary for your attendance today.

I would like to thank elders Alma and Simon Kytwayhat for taking part in today’s ceremony.

Thank you to the Grade 8 students from Milestone, and their teacher for attending today’s ceremony.

Welcome also to the Dr. Martin LeBoldus High School Eclipse Vocal Jazz Choir from Regina. I will be calling on them to sing for us in a few moments.

I would like to thank members from Saskatchewan based units of the regular force and the reserve force for providing us with the honour guard this afternoon, as well as the 10 Field Regiment for the 15-gun salute.

I also extend our thanks to Rhonda Kerr-White for playing the royal salute during today’s ceremonies.

I would like everyone to join Their Honours, the Premier, the Leader of the Opposition, and members of the Legislative Assembly at the Speaker's tea which will take place immediately following the Chamber ceremony. The tea will be in two locations — room 218 in the west wing and the library reading room in the east wing.

It has been moved by the Premier that this House do now adjourn.

Is it the pleasure of the Assembly to adopt that motion?

Some Hon. Members: — Agreed.

The Speaker: — The motion is carried.

Now I would like to welcome the Dr. Martin LeBoldus Eclipse Vocal Jazz Choir, under the direction of and accompanied by Kelly Magnusson. The choir will sing two selections for us this afternoon – “Ticket to Ride” and “Ipharadisi.” Ladies and gentlemen, the Dr. Martin LeBoldus Eclipse Vocal Jazz Choir.

[The choir sang.]

Hon. Members: — Hear, hear!

The Speaker: — On behalf of all present, I would like to thank the choir of Dr. Martin LeBoldus High School for that very fine performance.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SPEECH FROM THE THRONE ...... 1 ORDERS OF THE DAY INTRODUCTION OF BILLS Pro Forma Bill Calvert ...... 6 ANNOUNCEMENTS Introduction of Pages The Speaker...... 6 TABLING THE SPEECH FROM THE THRONE The Speaker...... 6 MOTIONS Speech from the Throne Calvert ...... 6 Printing of Votes and Proceedings of the Assembly Calvert ...... 6

GOVERNMENT OF SASKATCHEWAN CABINET MINISTERS ______

Hon. Lorne Calvert Hon. Eldon Lautermilch Premier Minister of Highways and Transportation Minister of Property Management Hon. Graham Addley Minister Responsible for Saskatchewan Minister of Healthy Living Services Transportation Company Minister Responsible for Seniors Minister Responsible for the Forestry Secretariat Hon. Minister of Advanced Education and Employment Hon. Warren McCall Minister Responsible for Immigration Minister of Corrections and Public Safety Minister Responsible for the Public Service Commission Hon. Minister of Environment Hon. Minister Responsible for the Office of Minister of Northern Affairs Energy Conservation Minister Responsible for the Status of Women Minister Responsible for Saskatchewan Power Corporation Hon. Minister of Community Resources Hon. Minister Responsible for Disability Issues Minister of Justice and Attorney General Hon. Minister of Industry and Resources Hon. Minister Responsible for Investment Deputy Premier Saskatchewan Inc. Minister of Regional Economic and Minister Responsible for Information Services Co-operative Development Corporation of Saskatchewan Hon. Hon. David Forbes Minister of First Nations and Métis Relations Minister of Labour Minister of Crown Investments Corporation Minister Responsible for Saskatchewan of Saskatchewan Water Corporation Hon. Hon. Minister of Health Minister of Culture, Youth and Recreation Provincial Secretary Hon. Andrew Thomson Minister Responsible for Gaming Minister of Finance Minister Responsible for Saskatchewan Minister Responsible for Information Technology Government Insurance Minister Responsible for SaskEnergy Incorporated Hon. Minister of Learning Hon. Minister Responsible for Literacy Minister of Government Relations Minister Responsible for Liquor and Gaming Authority Hon. Minister Responsible for Saskatchewan Minister of Agriculture and Food Telecommunications