Yellowknife

Jay Macdonald: Building Resilience Together: Advancing Climate Adaptation in the NWT

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Mr. Speaker, climate change is creating significant challenges for the Northwest Territories, impacting communities, people, ecosystems, and infrastructure. The GNWT is addressing these challenges by integrating Indigenous knowledge and fostering partnerships to build resilience and sustainability for future generations.

Minister Semmler Issues Statement on Court Approved Tobacco Compensation Plan

Minister of Health and Social Services, Lesa Semmler, issued the following statement today regarding the court approved plan for tobacco compensation:

"Today, I am pleased to announce a resolution in our efforts to recover money for our health care system from the tobacco companies that sold cigarettes in Canada. The Chief Justice of the Superior Court of Ontario has approved a plan that represents the largest resolution of its kind in Canadian history and the third largest ever globally.

Grand Opening of Transitional Housing for Addiction Recovery in Yellowknife

The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT), in partnership with the Salvation Army and the City of Yellowknife, announces the official opening of a new transitional housing program for addiction recovery in Yellowknife. This program provides a safe, sober living environment for individuals returning from treatment, helping them rebuild stability and reintegrate into the community.

GNWT and NTHSSA Recommend Residents Review Non-Urgent Dental Travel Plans Due to Limited Accommodations in Yellowknife

The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) and the Northwest Territories Health and Social Services (NTHSSA) is recommending residents with non-urgent dental travel plans review their dental appointments and plan for a later date if they do not already have confirmation of accommodations for their travel. This recommendation is due to extremely limited accommodations in Yellowknife, which is a trend we are seeing more across the city, but especially common this time of year with enhanced travel and tourism.

Caitlin Cleveland: Improving Employment Standards Legislation

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Mr. Speaker, work in the Northwest Territories is evolving, and our laws must keep up. That is why, in 2023, the Government of the Northwest Territories launched a review of the Employment Standards Act and Regulations; the first comprehensive review in over a decade. Workplaces have changed significantly, and our legislation must ensure fair, modern protections for workers and clarity for employers.

Lucy Kuptana: International Women’s Day 2025

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Mr. Speaker, I rise today to acknowledge International Women’s Day, which is observed annually on March 8th to celebrate women’s social, cultural, and political achievements throughout history and across nations.  International Women’s Day provides an important opportunity to showcase commitments towards women’s equality, raise awareness about issues affecting women, and to highlight initiatives towards gender parity. 

GNWT Modernizes Engineering and Geoscience Professions Act to Strengthen Regulation and Remove Barriers

The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) has officially enacted the Practice of Engineering, Geoscience and Applied Science Technology Act, replacing the former Engineering and Geosciences Professions Act from 2006. This updated legislation modernizes the regulatory framework for engineering, geoscience, and applied science technology professionals in the NWT.

Premier Simpson Commends Canada’s Commitment to Arctic Security, Calls for Continued Investment in the North

Premier R.J. Simpson issued the following statement today in response to the Government of Canada’s announcement of new military investments in the North:

"I want to thank Minister Blair and the Government of Canada for their continued commitment to Arctic security. Expanding the Canadian Armed Forces’ presence at the Forward Operating Locations in Iqaluit, Inuvik, and Yellowknife strengthens Canada’s strategic presence in the Arctic and reinforces its commitment to supporting Arctic and Northern communities.

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