December 2, 2010 - Improvements to the procurement chapter of the Agreement on Internal Trade (AIT) will be a major focus for the Minister of Industry, Tourism and Investment, Bob McLeod, at the upcoming Committee on Internal Trade (CIT) Annual Meeting.
November 29, 2010 - Mr. Burton Campbell’s dedication to making every visitors’ experience at Blackstone Territorial Park in the Dehcho region a spectacular one has earned him the Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment’s (ITI) 2010 Parks Award.
The award is part of ITI’s Happy Camper Program, which was created in 2005 to recognize people who exhibit extraordinary hospitality and service in our parks and visitor centres.
November 26, 2010 - Now is the time to focus on emerging opportunities in the Northwest Territories tourism industry says Minister of Industry, Tourism and Investment Bob McLeod.
Speaking to delegates at the NWT Tourism Annual General Meeting and Conference in Inuvik, Minister McLeod says the NWT tourism sector is poised for growth as more travellers seek out authentic, unique experiences – something the Northwest Territories has in abundance.
November 25, 2010 - A series of GNWT funded trapping workshops in the Beaufort Delta is one way in which the GNWT is maintaining the NWT’s international reputation for harvesting high quality wild fur.
Minister of Industry, Tourism and Investment (ITI), Bob McLeod says the workshops are a key element in the GNWT’s ongoing efforts to keep the NWT fur industry strong and vibrant, providing jobs and opportunities to our residents.
November 25, 2010 - The Minister of Industry, Tourism, and Investment, Bob McLeod, highlighted the GNWT's commitment to the tourism industry in the NWT during the NWT Tourism AGM.
Thank you and good evening to you all. It is my pleasure to be with you in Inuvik and the spectacular Beaufort Delta region as you gather for your annual general meeting.
November 24, 2010 - The Minister of Industry, Tourism and Investment, Bob McLeod, welcomed the participants of the 2010 NWT Tourism AGM.
Good day everyone and welcome to the 2010 Northwest Territories Tourism Annual General Meeting.
I would like to congratulate the Board and staff Northwest Territories Tourism’s for putting together an agenda that is full of relevant and informative sessions that will assist us as we strive to grow this sector.
November 24, 2010 - The Minister of Industry, Tourism and Investment Bob McLeod will attend NWT Tourism’s 2010 Annual General Meeting and Conference being held from November 24-26 in Inuvik. The meeting will bring together public and private sector industry stakeholders.
November 17, 2010 - The Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment (ITI) , Tourism and Parks Division will be hosting an Aboriginal Tourism Consultation workshop from 9 a.m. to 12 noon on November 24, 2010 in Inuvik.
The recommendations in Building the Aboriginal Tourism Product report will be discussed, as well as ITI action items and next steps.
For more information please visit ITI's website or contact:
November 16, 2010 - The Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment is hosting a one day Outdoor Adventure Workshop in Inuvik on November 23, 2010.
The goal of the workshop is to generate ideas for diversifying or enhancing existing products, developing new products and expanding target markets for the Outdoor Adventure Operators. The objectives are to:
November 16, 2010 - Representatives from the GNWT's department of Industry, Tourism and Investment will be visiting the community of Fort Liard on Wednesday to talk about programs that provide funding to tourism providers and arts and crafts makers. From 1 to 4 p.m., Racquel Michaud will speak to community members about the department's Tourism Product Diversification and Marketing Program.
