It's a very complex issue that affects education, the economy and job opportunities. In order to solve the problem in the long term, we will have to develop a comprehensive strategy with the provinces, the territories, the private sector and our colleagues at Infrastructure Canada. That will reduce the cost of living in those communities, which will allow them to contribute more to the economy.
The Nutrition North Canada program has a role to play in the process. In the short term, we will focus on food prices, but we will talk with the other governments about developing a long-term strategy.
On December 20, the Prime Minister announced the creation of a new plan for the Arctic to replace Canada's northern strategy. This new plan will make it possible to meet the challenges you have identified.