YELLOWKNIFE (January 17, 2012) – The GNWT and Tlicho have concluded government-to-government meetings. These were the first meetings with all GNWT Cabinet ministers and all Tlicho Government Executive Council members since the establishment of the Tlicho Government six years ago. While previous territorial governments met with the Tlicho leadership, this is the first time the Tlicho Government and entire GNWT Cabinet have met bilaterally to discuss how the two will work together.

INUVIK (January 16, 2012) - The GNWT has concluded government-to-government meetings with the Gwich'in Tribal Council. All GNWT ministers attended these meetings and discussed issues of mutual interest and concern with Gwich'in leadership. The agenda included land claims implementation, infrastructure projects, building the economy, and devolution.

INUVIK (January 11, 2012) -- The GNWT has concluded government-to-government meetings with the Beaufort-Delta Regional Council (BDRC).

All GNWT ministers were in attendance to speak to BDRC leaders about issues of mutual interest and concern, including the government-to-government relationship, devolution, energy initiatives, education, housing, and health and social services.

December 20, 2011 – Premier Bob McLeod today announced the appointments of Ms. Gloria Iatridis as Associate Deputy Minister of Education, Culture and Employment, of Ms. Kelly Kaylo as Assistant Deputy Minister, Programs and Operations with Industry, Tourism and Investment and of Ms. Sharilyn Alexander as Assistant Deputy Minister of Human Resources.

December 15, 2011 - Mr. Speaker, Members of this Assembly set out a vision of strong individuals, families and communities sharing the benefits and responsibilities of a unified, environmentally sustainable and prosperous Northwest Territories.

December 8, 2011 - Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Tina Gargan as the President of the Status of Women Council Board.  Ms. Gargan is serving her second term on the Council as the Deh Cho representative.  She is a recipient of the 2006 Wise Women Award, fluent in her own language, the recently acclaimed mayor of Fort Providence and a proud mother of two children.

December 8, 2011 - Your Excellencies, Colleagues, Leaders, Distinguished Guests, Ladies and Gentlemen:

On behalf of the people of the Northwest Territories, I would like to thank you and Mrs.  Johnston for visiting  the Legislative Assembly and our Territory.

As Premier of the Northwest Territories and on behalf of all of those gathered here today, I would like to wish you all the very best for your visit to this unique region of Canada, fundamental to this country’s past and its future.

December 7, 2011 - Mr. Speaker, I would like to welcome all Members back to the continuation of the first Session of the 17^th Assembly. In this sitting, we will review the Capital Estimates for next fiscal year and began to debate some important issues.  I believe all Members of this House have a shared interest in creating an environmentally sustainable and prosperous territory for all the people we serve.  Despite some significant challenges, our Territory is strong, and we are even stronger when we work together. 

November 22, 2011 – Premier Bob McLeod attended the Tlicho Assembly Thursday, November 17 to discuss the government’s work and priorities with the leaders of the Tlicho Government. This is the first time an NWT premier has appeared at the Tlicho Assembly, and the third time Premier McLeod has met with Tlicho leaders since being elected. The most recent meeting was on November 3.

November 16, 2011 – Premier Bob McLeod met with Sahtu leadership Monday, November 14, 2011 as part of the GNWT’s continuing commitment to work with Aboriginal and community leaders.

“We have a shared interest in creating a strong and prosperous territory,” said Premier McLeod. “We continued our discussions from the successful meeting we held in Dettah just after the territorial election. The Sahtu leaders were very clear about their vision for the region. I know we can work together to build consensus and move forward as a territory.”