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Statement from Premier Pillai on meeting with Prime Minister Trudeau
December 4, 2024 Premier Ranj Pillai has issued the following statement: “Yesterday, I met with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to discuss the Yukon’s priorities and unique needs within Canada. This was a productive meeting that highlighted the innovation our territory is driving forward and brought the voices of Yukoners to the national stage. “Our discussions […]
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NTI presidential candidate Jeremy Tunraluk on the issues – Nunavut News
Dec. 3, 2024 Need to create programs for hunters on the front lines of each community We asked, they answered. The four candidates vying to be president of Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated (NTI) have submitted their responses about their background, motivation and specific positions on some of the most pressing issues for Nunavut Inuit. The election […]
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What could self-government look like in Norman Wells, N.W.T.? – CBC
Dec 03, 2024 Tłegǫ́hłı̨ Got’įnę wouldn’t take over municipal responsibilities until membership reaches threshold A draft self-government agreement for Tłegǫ́hłı̨ Got’įnę says the Indigenous government could ultimately replace the Town of Norman Wells, N.W.T., as the local government — but only once Tłegǫ́hłı̨ Got’įnę members make up a certain percentage of the town’s population. Two weeks ago it […]
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Ministerial Activities Advisory for the week of December 3-9
December 2, 2024 Ministerial Travel Please note that travel schedules may change with little or no notice. This schedule is accurate as of December 2, 2024. Minister Wawzonek will be traveling to Fort Smith on December 4 to meet with Dana Fergusson, Mayor of Fort Smith, Allan Heron, President of Fort Smith Métis Council, Toni […]
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NTI presidential candidate Nicole Camphaug hopes to fight for Inuit rights – Nunatsiaq News
Dec 3, 2024 Online from Dec. 3 to 6, Nunatsiaq News is profiling each of the four candidates running in Nunavut Tunngavik Inc.’s Dec. 9 presidential election. The profiles will also appear in the Dec. 6 print edition. Nicole Camphaug says her 25 years of experience working in roles supporting government officials has led her […]
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GNWT releases What We Heard Report for proposed amendments to the Health and Social Services Professions Act
December 2, 2024 The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) has released a What We Heard Report that summarizes feedback from the public and stakeholders on proposed amendments to the Health and Social Services Professions Act (HSSPA). Between July 29 and August 30, 2024, stakeholders and the public shared their views on the proposed changes. […]
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Government of Yukon announces update to Oath of Allegiance for municipal elected officials
The Government of Yukon is announcing changes to the prescribed Oath of Allegiance for municipal elected officials. The revised oath offers elected local government officials the opportunity to swear or affirm their allegiance to either the laws and the Constitution of Canada, or the Crown. Before the change, elected municipal officials were required to make […]
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Next NTI president has ‘big shoes to fill’: federal, territorial leaders – Nunatsiaq News
Nov 29, 2024 Dan Vandal, Dennis Patterson, P.J. Akeeagok and Lori Idlout reflect on Aluki Kotierk’s legacy Nunavut Tunngavik Inc. is losing a fierce advocate, household name and a president who redefined NTI’s role in Nunavut. In interviews with Nunatsiaq News, territorial and federal leaders shared these observations at the end of Aluki Kotierk’s two […]
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Acho Dene Koe First Nation looks to merge with Fort Liard’s hamlet – Cabin Radio
November 29, 2024 The Acho Dene Koe First Nation is exploring the idea of merging with the municipality of Fort Liard to form a single local government. The First Nation’s chief and council first indicated during negotiations with the GNWT several years ago that it would seek to form one government on signing a self-government […]
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Premier Simpson Announces Senior Management Team Changes and Appointments
Premier R.J. Simpson is announcing changes to the senior management team of the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT). Eleanor Young, President of Housing NWT, will be retiring after a distinguished career in public service. Ms. Young has been a driving force in housing policy and program delivery across the territory, with a strong focus […]
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