The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is seeking feedback from dental hygienists, the public, and other interested parties on proposed Dental Hygiene Profession Regulations.

This year, the NWT Education Hall of Fame will add five inductees to its class of 2024. The Hall of Fame honours the passion and dedication of Northerners who have left their mark on the territory's education system. This year's inductees have spent their careers embracing this spirit.

Their contributions have made a difference in the following ways:

The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is inviting nominations for the 2025 NWT Outstanding Volunteer Awards.

The GNWT launched the Northwest Territories (NWT) Outstanding Volunteer Awards program in 1991 to recognize the great contributions volunteers make to the quality of life in the NWT. 

Nominations are accepted in four categories: Youth (under 25), Individual (25-54), Elder (55+) and Group.

The Office of the Chief Public Health Officer (CPHO) has lifted the Health Order previously in place at Range Lake North School, following confirmation that lead levels in drinking water no longer exceed Health Canada guidelines.

All fountains and fixtures used for drinking water and food preparation have been replaced, and follow-up testing has confirmed overall water quality. Standard operating procedures are being developed to support ongoing maintenance — including filter replacement and routine re-testing — to ensure the water remains safe over time.

History buffs and culture enthusiasts, take note! A new exhibit is coming soon to the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre (PWNHC).

The Department of Health and Social Services (HSS) has opened the 2025 Patient Experience Questionnaire to the public. The questionnaire is available to all northerners, in print and online.

The questionnaire has been designed to help the Health and Social Services system to better understand the quality of care provided to Northerners when receiving care in the Northwest Territories. Responses will help HSS improve services and monitor progress over time.

Premier R.J. Simpson extends his deepest condolences on the passing of Sam Gargan, a respected Elder, leader, and former Speaker of the Legislative Assembly whose lifelong service to the people of the Dehcho and the Northwest Territories leaves an enduring legacy.

“Sam Gargan was a dedicated leader who gave decades of service to the Northwest Territories. Over four terms as the Member for Deh Cho, including his final term as Speaker of the Legislative Assembly, he helped guide the consensus system with fairness and respect, strengthening the foundation of our legislature.

The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) has released a What We Heard Report following public engagement on the development of an Indigenous Procurement Policy.

Public engagement was conducted in April and May 2025, targeting feedback from NWT businesses and business organizations. Feedback was gathered through individual and public meetings, an online survey, and written submissions. 

The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is looking for your input on a new post-secondary program in the territory.

Collège Nordique Francophone hopes to offer a Management and Leadership Certificate program. If approved, the first students would take this program in January 2026.

Premier R.J. Simpson and Minister Caroline Wawzonek respond to the first announcement of Projects of National Interest.