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Canada and Yukon to make significant investments that will improve the lives of Northern Canadians
From: Infrastructure Canada News release Supporting new projects that build prosperous communities and transition to a clean growth economy Ottawa, Ontario, May 3, 2018—The governments of Canada and Yukon are working together to make long-term infrastructure investments that will create jobs and economic growth, build inclusive communities and support a low carbon, green economy–leading to […]
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Read MorePremiers meet in Ottawa to promote the North
The Premiers of Nunavut, Northwest Territories and Yukon will meet in Ottawa on May 2 and 3 for the Northern Premiers’ Forum. The Forum will emphasize the importance of federal investment in the north to enhance economic development and build a stronger, more sustainable northern economy. Premier Quassa of Nunavut is hosting Premier Silver of […]
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Read MoreInuvik hires town’s 1st woman fire chief – CBC
May 02, 2018 Cynthia Hammond will begin her new role on May 28 Inuvik, N.W.T. has its first female fire chief. Cynthia Hammond will take over the role of director of protective services for the town on May 28, according to Grant Hood, the town’s senior administrative officer. “It was always in my family in […]
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Read MoreSenate committee wants pot bill delayed to meet Indigenous concerns – Nunatsiaq.com
May 02, 2018 Inuit, other Indigenous groups want more consultations, addictions treatment in place first A Senate committee has recommended the federal government delay the implementation of the Cannabis Act to allow more consultation with Indigenous groups. If passed, Bill C-45 would legalize the sale and possession of recreational marijuana with a proposed implementation date […]
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Read MoreGovernment of Yukon seeks feedback on proposed changes to Societies Act
May 01, 2018 The Government of Yukon is working to modernize and improve the legislation that governs societies in the territory. Yukoners are invited to review and comment on the proposed changes to the Societies Act from May 1 to June 30, 2018. During public engagement last fall, over 90 people participated by written submissions, […]
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Read MoreKIA: Call for Nominations
Notice is hereby given that a By-Election will be held in the community of Whale Cove to elect a Director of Whale Cove to sit on the Kivalliq Inuit Association Board of Directors. The nomination period will open on Monday, April 30, 2018 and close on Monday, May 14, 2018 at 3:00 PM. No extensions […]
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Read MoreUpdate on GNWT Funding Applications Under the National Trade Corridor Fund
YELLOWKNIFE (April 27, 2018) – Minister Wally Schumann issued the following statement on potential funding opportunities under the National Trade Corridor Fund (NTCF): “The Government of the Northwest Territories is committed to securing meaningful investment in transportation infrastructure that will provide our residents the opportunity to contribute in greater capacity to the Canadian economy, and […]
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Read MoreDetah chief says his community should have been included in cannabis consultation tour – CBC
Chief says his residents won’t go to Yellowknife for consultations Apr 27, 2018 A community leader in Detah says a legislative committee isn’t doing enough to make sure his people’s concerns about cannabis legalization are heard. “The government’s trying to push something down people’s throat,” he said. “Most people don’t realize how it will affect […]
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Read MoreThere’s been 2 winters of radio silence in Ulukhaktok, says local man – CBC
‘It seems like nobody wants to get it up and going,’ says Donald Inuktalik Apr 26, 2018 For the past two winters, radios in Ulukhaktok, N.W.T., have been silent. Local resident Donald Inuktalik said this is an issue for those in the community without access to a cell phone or computer — particularly elders who […]
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Read MoreUrgent actions’ needed to address violence against Indigenous women and girls, says UN Special Rapporteur – CBC
Special rapporteur says Canada should start addressing issues now and not wait for national inquiry to end Apr 27, 2018 The United Nations special rapporteur on violence against women had some strong words for Canada at the end of her 13-day visit, saying the country has “unfinished business that requires urgent actions.” In presenting her […]
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