Following its tabling in the Legislative Assembly by Premier R.J. Simpson, the Government of the Northwest Territories has released a collaboratively developed Action Plan that sets out the first steps to align laws, policies, and practices in the Northwest Territories with the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, as set out in the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Implementation Act.

The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT), in partnership with the Tłı̨chǫ Government, is making steady progress on the Dehk’è Frank Channel Bridge Replacement Project on Highway 3.

Construction is underway on a new bridge that will improve safety, remove current height and weight restrictions, and support reliable travel between northern communities. The new structure will be built just north of the existing bridge and will allow larger and heavier vehicles to move more easily along this key transportation corridor.

Today, the Minister of Finance tabled the Indigenous Employment Plan Results Report in the Legislative Assembly. The report highlights the Government of Northwest Territories’ (GNWT) efforts to increase Indigenous representation in its workforce and to improve hiring, training, and career development opportunities for Indigenous employees across the public service.

The Government of the Northwest Territories is taking steps to resume dental services in communities by improving the safety and readiness of dental equipment in health centres and confirming contracts for visiting dental service providers in several locations.

A new three-year agreement with Health Canada under the federal Oral Health Access Fund provides over $3 million to assess, repair, and replace aging dental equipment in community health centres across the territory.  The agreement took effect on April 1, 2026.

Northwest Territories residents are invited to provide feedback on proposed amendments to the Corrections Regulations under the NWT Corrections Act.

The Corrections Act and its Regulations have been in place since 2021 and establish how the NWT Corrections Service operate in the territory. Among other provisions, the Regulations limit the direct supervision of female inmates by male staff members. After four years of implementation, these requirements have created significant staffing and operational pressures within territorial correctional facilities.

As Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon prepares to conclude her service as Governor General of Canada, Premier Simpson extends his thanks for her leadership and lifelong dedication to Canada and the North.

“For people across the Northwest Territories and the Arctic, Mary Simon’s appointment as Canada’s first Indigenous Governor General carried deep meaning. Throughout her life and her time in office, she brought northern and Indigenous perspectives to the centre of national conversations and reminded Canadians that the North is a vital part of who we are as a country.

The Government of the Northwest Territories has released the Cancer Care Vision: A Living Framework for Quality and Priorities in the Northwest Territories (the Vision). It is a guide that sets shared direction for how cancer care will be planned, coordinated, and improved over time.

Cancer affects individuals, families, and communities across the NWT. Many residents share similar challenges during their cancer journey, including long travel for care, navigating complex systems, and accessing care that is respectful, culturally safe, and responsive to their needs.

A What We Heard Report  has been published and is now available following the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) review of the Residential Tenancies Act. The Act sets out the rights and responsibilities of landlords and tenants, helping to ensure fair and balanced rental relationships. 

The Twin Falls Park Trail is closed due to erosion along the riverbank. This erosion creates a serious risk to the public. If you hope to visit the territorial parks in the area, please plan accordingly.

The Twin Falls Park Trail closure includes the entire 5 km riverside trail connecting:

• Alexandra Falls Day Use Area
• Louise Falls Campground
• Escarpment Creek Camping Area

This trail is closed between these locations, meaning public access is restricted.

Jay Macdonald, Minister of Justice, issued the following statement today after the Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods Act was introduced in the Legislative Assembly.

“Every Northerner deserves to feel safe in their home, in their neighbourhood, and in their community.

Today, as Minister of Justice, I introduced the Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods Act, also known as SCAN. This is an important step in our work to support safe communities for Northerners.