The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is seeking members for the Student Financial Assistance Appeal (SFA) Board, for terms beginning December 1, 2022.

The Government of the Northwest Territories is gathering public feedback on proposed amendments to the Territorial Parks Regulations (TPR).

The proposed changes address safety, environmental, administrative, and technical improvements that have been identified in the ongoing operation of NWT parks.

They include: the clarification of existing fee structures, the addition of minimum age requirements for camping permits, definitional clarifications and the addition of more flexible operational language.

The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) has released a What We Heard Report on the department’s 2022 review of the Fire Prevention Act.  The report includes a summary of feedback received from engagement with stakeholders and members of the public that took place between May 26 and June 23, 2022.

Input from the engagement will inform the development of legislative amendments. MACA intends to make amendments to the FPA within the life of the 19th Legislative Assembly.

Ministerial Travel

Please note that travel schedules may change with little or no notice. This schedule is accurate as of August 5, 2022.

• Shane Thompson will be attending the Canada Summer Games on August 9-10 in Niagara, ON.

• Diane Archie will be attending Long Standing Service Awards August 10 in Hay River, NT.

Meetings and Appearances

The Government of the Northwest Territories’ Department of Education, Culture and Employment (ECE) is pleased to release updated occupational standards for its Housing Maintainer trades program.

The “FireSmart Starts in Your Backyard” contest is back across the territory.

The contest is meant to encourage residents to practice FireSmart principles that will help reduce their risk of experiencing wildfire damage.

FireSmart principles are proven to work – taking simple, often inexpensive, steps can help protect homes and cabins from wildfires – even if a fire reaches the property.

All NWT residents and cabin owners are eligible to participate.

Here’s how it works:

The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is looking for four individuals with a passion for the arts, culture, and heritage to join the Northwest Territories (NWT) Arts Council for a two-year term.

Application deadline has been extended to September 15, 2022 at 5 pm (MST).

Council members provide recommendations to the Minister of Education, Culture and Employment (ECE) on financial awards for creative artistic projects in the visual, literary, media and performing arts, and on issues and policies associated with the arts and artists.

The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is pleased to announce new funding available to support Indigenous language professionals who want to advance their knowledge and skills.

The GNWT recognizes that Indigenous language interpreters and translators are vital to language revitalization and achieving the vision of a territory where Indigenous languages are supported, respected, and thriving.

The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is now accepting applications for the 2022-23 Northwest Territories (NWT) Youth Ambassadors Program. The program provides NWT youth with opportunities to build leadership skills through participation at special events and volunteer assignments. In the past, NWT Youth Ambassadors have attended the Arctic Winter Games, Canada Winter Games, Canada Summer Games, and the North American Indigenous Games.

Ministerial Travel

Please note that travel schedules may change with little or no notice. This schedule is accurate as of August 1, 2022.

• Shane Thompson will be attending the Canada Summer Games on August 6-10 in Niagara, ON.

Meetings and Appearances

Please note that event organizers may have attendance restrictions­­­ for their event. Contact organizers for more information.