Sustainability of land is much broader than the physical landscape – it must also consider water, wildlife, energy, and renewable and non-renewable resources. The Mineral Development Strategy, the Northwest Territories Energy Action Plan, the NWT Water Stewardship Strategy, the Protected Areas Strategy, the Economic Opportunities Strategy and emerging infrastructure and transportation strategies all affect how our land and resources are used  as they collectively advance the priorities of the 17th Assembly. The Land Use Sustainability Framework builds on the GNWT’s Sustainable Development Policy, provides a foundation for sustainable land use and guides integrated and principled decisions to ensure sustainable land use for the benefit of current and future generations of Northerners.

The GNWT will continue to be involved in internal and collaborative initiatives and activities that support environmental, economic, social and cultural sustainability. The framework does not replace any of these commitments or actions; it is recognized that they are needed to achieve the framework’s vision. Instead, it provides a lens for the GNWT’s participation. Our government will work with other parties to build on existing and create new strategies or initiatives that support the vision set out in this Framework.