CBC's Adam Hunter tweets from question period on April 29
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First question to Nicole Sarauer (Ryan Meili away). Asks Min. Merriman why he used the term “lobbyists” to describe Indigenous leaders. Merriman says use of term was mistake. Wants Indigenous in conversation on child welfare. Says Fed. Minister has agreed to conference call.by Adam Hunter via twitter 4/29/2019 8:12:16 PM
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Merriman co-chaired a meeting with prov. territorial leaders in Saskatoon last week. Part of discussion is future Bill C-92 and future plan for child welfare. Merriman says Saskatoon Tribal Council presented at meeting.by Adam Hunter via twitter 4/29/2019 8:14:49 PM
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NDP asking why Mifegymiso isn’t being stocked in most pharmacies in Sask. 79 of 83 don’t have it. Background story by @StephTaylorCP cbc.ca/news/canada/sa…by Adam Hunter via twitter 4/29/2019 8:21:03 PM
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Min. Reiter says pharmacies have told him they can have drug next day by courier if needed. Says not about access. Says pharmacies order it if needed. Says this is similar to other drug which aren’t needed frequently mentions HIV meds.by Adam Hunter via twitter 4/29/2019 8:22:34 PM
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Reiter says decision to cover Mifegymiso made in next few weeks. It’s currently under review.by Adam Hunter via twitter 4/29/2019 8:25:38 PM
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NDP asking about concerns over China blocking canola. Min. Marit says very serious problem. Has call with fed. minister tomorrow. NDP mentions pork, soybean and pea block as well. Here’s the latest: cbc.ca/news/business/…by Adam Hunter via twitter 4/29/2019 8:29:15 PM
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Seed royalty question from NDP now. And the Ag questions have MLAs a little bit excited for the first time. NDP asks if govt. supports farmers to use their own seed? Min. Marit says govt. will consult with industry leaders. Will take recommendation to feds.by Adam Hunter via twitter 4/29/2019 8:33:47 PM
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Premier Moe up now repeats Marit’s answer. Says NDP offered no solution to China trade dispute. Says NDP offer no solutions on federal energy bills. Big applause from bench.by Adam Hunter via twitter 4/29/2019 8:36:47 PM