A statement from Premier Sandy Silver on the Safe Restart Agreement

I am very pleased to join Canada’s First Ministers in announcing the Safe Restart Agreement. This agreement sets out shared objectives and commits $19 billion in federal resources in areas that are critical to safely resuming economic activity across the country and reducing the impact of a potential “second wave” of COVID-19.

I am pleased to say that throughout this process, the federal and provincial leaders have recognized the unique circumstances of the territories. I am particularly pleased that this agreement includes a commitment from the Government of Canada to provide additional support specifically for the territories through a separate agreement. I greatly appreciate the support from other Premiers to advance considerations specific to the North through these negotiations. Additional resources will ensure that federal support is tailored to the distinct needs of the territories. We will provide more details when that agreement is finalized.

I am proud of our success working together to develop an agreement that serves the interests of 13 provinces and territories, and Canada as a whole. The unprecedented collaboration among federal, provincial and territorial governments throughout the pandemic and in these negotiations is a testament to the strength of our country.