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GN seeking part-time contract liquor and cannabis inspectors
05 June 2023 The Department of Finance is seeking part-time liquor and cannabis inspectors on a contract basis in Cambridge Bay and Rankin Inlet. Liquor and cannabis inspectors ensure licensed premises and special occasion permit holders comply with the provisions of Nunavut’s Liquor Act, Cannabis Act and Regulations. The work of a liquor and cannabis […]
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Government of Nunavut failing to protect vulnerable children and youth
Iqaluit, 30 May 2023—A report from Auditor General Karen Hogan tabled today in the Legislative Assembly of Nunavut concludes that the Department of Family Services failed to protect vulnerable children and support families, front line workers, and communities, and that the Department of Health and the Department of Human Resources have not provided needed support and […]
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COVID-19 vaccinations in Nunavut were quick and equitable, but weaknesses resulted in high vaccine wastage
Iqaluit, 30 May 2023—A report from Auditor General Karen Hogan tabled today in the Legislative Assembly of Nunavut concludes that the Government of Nunavut’s Department of Health, Department of Community and Government Services, and Department of Executive and Intergovernmental Affairs worked together to overcome significant logistical and staffing challenges to quickly deliver COVID‑19 vaccines to Nunavummiut. […]
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KIA: Legacy fund transfer of monies
May 29, 2023 Legacy fund transfer of monies NT4
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GNWT announces support programs for evacuees and community governments hosting evacuees
May 25, 2023 In response to the recent evacuations in Hay River and the Kátł’odeeche First Nation Reserve, the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) has launched two new programs to support evacuees and community governments: the Evacuee Income Disruption Support program and the Community Government Hosting Evacuees Grant. The Evacuee Income Disruption Support program […]
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Government of the Northwest Territories Supports Fire Evacuees with United Way Donation Matching Program
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) announced today its commitment to supporting fire evacuees from Hay River and K’atlodeeche First Nation through a donation matching program through the United Way NWT. The GNWT will match donations up to $150,000, providing critical assistance to those affected by the ongoing community evacuations. Since the outbreak of […]
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United Way raises $15K, gives out $25K to help evacuees – Cabin Radio
May 17, 2023 United Way NWT says it has received more than $15,000 in donations to help residents affected by a wildfire threatening the Kátł’odeeche First Nation and Hay River. In a press release, the non-profit said it had already handed more than $25,000 to evacuees, with the majority of that funding directed toward food […]
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Government of Yukon invests $1.4 million to support mineral exploration in 2023-24
The Government of Yukon is investing $1.4 million to support 44 mineral exploration projects through the Yukon Mineral Exploration Program in 2023-24. These projects are anticipated to spend more than $4.6 million on exploration this season. The Yukon Mineral Exploration Program supports placer and hard rock exploration projects by reimbursing a percentage of approved exploration […]
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Budget passes at the conclusion of the 2023 Spring Sitting of the Yukon Legislative Assembly
27/04/2023 Today, with the conclusion of the 2023 Spring Sitting of the Yukon Legislative Assembly, the Government of Yukon passed its 2023-24 Budget, and several other pieces of legislation received assent. Budget 2023-24 demonstrates the territory’s robust position nationally, with the Government of Yukon taking real action to make life more affordable for Yukoners, strengthen […]
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Inuit want access to loss and damage fund, Inuit Circumpolar Council president says – National Observer
April 28th 2023 Inuit want direct access to a global fund dedicated to addressing destruction caused by climate change, the president of the Inuit Circumpolar Council’s Canadian arm says. Lisa Koperqualuk says loss and damage funding is needed in Inuit Nunangat, the homeland for Inuit, which is warming four times faster than the global average. […]
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