Regional fire restrictions are being implemented prohibiting any open flames and other activities effective immediately.
These restrictions are effective through May 24 and may be extended if necessary. They apply to following communities and land between them not under federal jurisdiction:
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Minister of Education, Culture and Employment (ECE) Caitlin Cleveland would like to congratulate 2023 Northwest Territories (NWT) Literacy Awards recipients as we celebrate Literacy Week. These awards honour the literacy achievements of learners, educators, and organizations and businesses across the territory.
There are a total of 12 recipients for 2023:
Services offered through the North Slave Education, Culture and Employment (ECE) Service Centre and Employment Standards office will return to the Nova Plaza, located at 5019 52 Street in Yellowknife, on the following dates:
The attached is being distributed on behalf of the Northwest Territories Teachers’ Association and the Government of the Northwest Territories.
Minister of Education, Culture and Employment (ECE) Caitlin Cleveland met with Education Leaders in Yellowknife on April 10, 2024.
The event marked the first meeting with Education Leaders since Minister Cleveland assumed the portfolio of Education, Culture and Employment. It was also the first meeting for James Fulford, the new Deputy Minister of ECE.
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) has released a What We Heard Report that summarizes the results of engagement on the Employment Standards Act and regulations.
Timothy (Tim) Garrish, a notable figure in Northern aviation, has donated a collection of over 900 pictures and other resources to the Northwest Territories (NWT) Archives. This invaluable collection can now be viewed online here.
‘Waterways: Works from the Museum Art Collection’ is a new exhibit that showcases artwork from the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre's collection. The exhibit features artwork that highlights the significance of water for people living in the North and illustrates how water is used for transportation, recreation, and harvesting. Through painting, print, and sculpture, this exhibit takes visitors on a journey through the waters of the Northwest Territories.
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Mr. Speaker, March is Rendez-vous de la Francophonie, a nation-wide celebration of French language and culture.
This year, the Government of the Northwest Territories has teamed up with our Francophone partners CDÉTNO, Collège Nordique, and La Fédération
franco-ténoise to deliver a contest and celebrate our vibrant Francophone community, so be sure to visit the Education, Culture and Employment website for more details at the start of March.
Today, Minister of Education, Culture and Employment Caitlin Cleveland issued the following statement for Pink Shirt Day:
“As we mark Pink Shirt Day in the Northwest Territories, nationally and internationally, I ask all residents to promote safe environments for everyone – today and every day.
