Driving on winter and ice roads in the NWT comes with unique challenges and safety considerations. These roads are crucial lifelines for community resupply, so expect increased truck traffic this season, especially on the Mackenzie Valley Winter Road.
A new collection of 133 rare Northern photographs depicting early airplanes, sternwheelers, and people and places throughout the Northwest Territories (NWT), Yukon, and northern Alberta from the 1900’s to 1950’s is now publicly available.
The photographs are from the Bishop Arthur Henry Sovereign fonds, which were transferred to NWT Archives from the Museum and Archives of Vernon. They were created and collected by the Anglican Bishop Sovereign through his term as Bishop of Athabasca.
The Government of the Northwest Territories is now accepting applications from new apprentices for the Mentor-Apprentice Program.
The Mentor-Apprentice Program is a way of learning an Indigenous language where a fluent speaker of the language (a mentor) teaches a committed language learner (an apprentice) by doing everyday activities using only their Indigenous language. The program aims to increase apprentices' ability to understand and speak their language by “living life in the language.”
The North continues to experience climate warming at a faster rate than the rest of Canada, adversely impacting our Northern ecosystems, infrastructure, and supply chains. At the same time, the Northwest Territories (NWT) is facing the combined effects of energy price volatility and a longstanding infrastructure deficit, which impact energy affordability and security.
Ministerial Travel
Please note that travel schedules may change with little or no notice. This schedule is accurate as of January 7, 2025.
Minister of Finance and Infrastructure, Caroline Wawzonek, issued the following statement today regarding the GNWT’s response to the challenges facing Norman Wells and the Sahtu region:
Ministerial Travel
Please note that travel schedules may change with little or no notice. This schedule is accurate as of January 2, 2025.
Meetings and Appearances
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The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is introducing the Indigenous Employment Policy (IEP) and will rescind the Affirmative Action Policy on March 31, 2025. The Indigenous Employment Policy which will come into effect on April 1, 2025 reflects the GNWT’s commitment to reconciliation by prioritizing the recruitment, retention, and career advancement of Indigenous persons, as outlined under subsection 35(2) of the Constitution Act, 1982.
Ministerial Travel
Please note that travel schedules may change with little or no notice. This schedule is accurate as of December 16, 2024.
Meetings and Appearances
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The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is seeking public feedback on proposed updates to the Student Records Regulations. Proposed updates are intended to increase communication between the Minister and education bodies by establishing mechanisms for the exchange of information.
The proposed mechanisms would:
