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 Activities Advisory for the week of November 26 – December 2

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.

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Premier R.J. Simpson is announcing changes to the senior management team of the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT).

Eleanor Young, President of Housing NWT, will be retiring after a distinguished career in public service. Ms. Young has been a driving force in housing policy and program delivery across the territory, with a strong focus on building community capacity. Throughout her career, she prioritized establishing positive relationships with Indigenous and community governments to better support residents across the Northwest Territories.

Lucy Kuptana, Minister Responsible for Housing Northwest Territories (NWT), issued the following statement on National Housing Day:

“Today as we recognize National Housing Day, I want to reflect on the progress the Government of Northwest Territories has made in addressing the housing needs of residents. This day is an opportunity to reflect on the critical importance of housing to the stability, well-being, and prosperity of all people, especially in the North.

Two forestry students from the Northwest Territories are the first recipients of the Adam Yeadon Memorial Scholarship, which offers financial support to northern students pursuing an education in forestry or wildfire management.   
 

Alfred (AJ) Lawrance and Mackenzie McDonald of the NWT each received $5000 scholarships to support their post-secondary studies in forestry related fields.  

Recipient biographies

Alfred (AJ) Lawrance

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