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MEETING THE CHALLENGE

As Minister Responsible for Labrador, I am extremely proud of the work being done to advance the interests of Labrador and Labradorians. This report shows Government has taken decisive action and has dealt with issues brought forward by the people of Labrador.

The Labrador Record speaks of the significant advances we have made in health care, education and tourism. It outlines the major work we have done on the Trans-Labrador Highway and the commitments made to infrastructure improvements. It documents the enormous strides we have made in land claim negotiations and our desire to reach a deal that is fair and beneficial to all Labradorians.

 Hon. Ernest McLean Hon. Ernest McLean

Government is aware of the important economic and social challenges facing Labrador and, while much has been done, much more can be accomplished. On behalf of my colleagues in Labrador, MHAs Wally Andersen and Yvonne Jones, I assure you we will continue to listen to Labradorians and share their goals and aspirations. We will also continue to work with our Government colleagues to ensure Labrador benefits from the development of its resources.

We have a strong spirit and enormous potential. While we face many challenges, I know we can, and will, work together to chart a bright and prosperous course for this region.

ERNEST McLEAN, MHA
Lake Melville District
Minister Responsible for Labrador


LABRADOR AND ABORIGINAL AFFAIRS

  • The Labrador and Aboriginal Affairs Secretariat (LAAS) was established in 1996 to advance Innu and Inuit land claims negotiations and to ensure Labrador issues were addressed more efficiently and effectively.

  • The LAAS opened an office in Happy Valley-Goose Bay in 1998 to co-ordinate the delivery of government programs and services in Labrador.

  • The Secretariat reports to the Premier, as Minister Responsible for Aboriginal Affairs, and to Ernest McLean, Minister Responsible for Labrador.



The principal tasks of the Secretariat in the field of Aboriginal Affairs are:
  • developing policy for Aboriginal issues;

  • negotiating land claims and self-government agreements;

  • implementing and managing land claims and self-government agreements once achieved;

  • and, providing public information and education in matters related to land claims.



The principal tasks of the Secretariat in the field of Labrador Affairs are:
  • developing policies and programs to advance social and economic development in Labrador;

  • managing federal-provincial agreements related to the development of Labrador;

  • and, monitoring and evaluating government services and activities in Labrador.

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