Ministerial Travel
Please note that travel schedules may change with little or no notice. This schedule is accurate as of December 2, 2024.
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) has released a What We Heard Report that summarizes feedback from the public and stakeholders on proposed amendments to the Health and Social Services Professions Act (HSSPA). Between July 29 and August 30, 2024, stakeholders and the public shared their views on the proposed changes.
Photographer Bob Wilson’s latest series ‘YK Centred’ will be on display in the Mezzanine Gallery at the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre beginning December 6, 2024. The exhibit features 46 photographs of Yellowknife’s downtown core and invites viewers to see their environments in new and unexpected ways.
Individuals from the South Slave, Dehcho, and Tłı̨chǫ regions with a passion for the arts, culture, and heritage are encouraged to apply to join the NWT Arts Council. Members will serve a two-year term beginning January 2025.
Council members provide recommendations to the Minister of Education, Culture and Employment on financial awards for arts projects in the visual, literary, media and performing arts, and on issues and policies associated with the arts and artists.
This Black Friday season, stay alert of online shopping scams. Fraudsters are using fake shopping websites to steal payment information and commit further scams.
A fraud network called "SilkSpecter" has created over 4,700 fake online stores impersonating well-known brands like IKEA, The North Face, and Wayfair. These sites offer steep discounts to attract shoppers but are designed to steal your credit card details and other personal information.
As the holiday season draws near, we’re encouraging all Northerners to make safety a priority during celebrations! Whether you're gathering with friends, family, or coworkers, choosing to drive sober is the greatest gift you can give to yourself and your community.
Why It Matters
Driving under the influence of alcohol, cannabis or other drugs risks more than just fines or license loss—it endangers lives. This time of year is for joy and celebration, so let’s ensure it stays that way.
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) has released the first NWT Climate Change Risks and Opportunities Assessment, called "Informing Our Resilience to a Changing Climate in the NWT". The Assessment explains the biggest climate change challenges that people and communities in the NWT will face over the next 10 years. It also highlights where working together and sharing resources can help everyone adapt and prepare for the environmental changes.
Ministerial Travel
Please note that travel schedules may change with little or no notice. This schedule is accurate as of November 25, 2024.
National Addictions Awareness Week takes place across Canada every year in the month of November. This marks an important opportunity for people to learn more about prevention and harm reduction, to talk about treatment and recovery, and to discuss solutions for change. This year’s theme of Forging Connections highlights the power of community, support, and connection on the path to overcoming addictions.
The attached is being distributed on behalf of the Tłı̨chǫ Government and the Government of the Northwest Territories
Le document ci-joint est distribué au nom de la gouvernement tłı̨chǫ et le gouvernement des Territoires du Nord-Ouest
