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Call for applications from arts organizations for operating and large project funding

The Government of the Northwest Territories is now accepting funding proposals for the Arts Operating Fund and Large Arts Project Fund for the 2024-2025 fiscal year.

The Arts Operating Fund provides financial and developmental support to arts organizations that operate year-round in the Northwest Territories. This funding supports costs for staffing, program administration, and expenses related to operating artist-run centres, public galleries, performing arts venues and art spaces.

Celebrating 2022-2023 Apprenticeship, Trade and Occupation Certification Award Recipients

The Government of the Northwest Territories is proud to recognize the 2022-2023 Apprenticeship, Trade and Occupation Certification award recipients. The awards include the Top Graduating Apprentice Award, Top Interprovincial Red Seal Mark Award, Top Mark Recipients, and Certified Journeypersons.

Premier Simpson announces appointment of Principal Secretary

Premier R.J. Simpson has announced that Dr. Joe Dragon has been appointed Principal Secretary, effective December 11, 2023.

Born in Fort Smith and a Smith’s Landing First Nation member, Dr. Dragon joins the Premier’s Office after a distinguished 28-year career in territorial and federal public service. In addition to several senior leadership roles with the federal government, Dr. Dragon has served as the Deputy Minister of the Departments of Environment and Natural Resources and Infrastructure.

R.J. Simpson Sworn in as Premier, Sets Course for a Prosperous and Collaborative Future

R.J. Simpson issued the following statement today after being elected Premier of the Northwest Territories (NWT):

“I am honoured that members of the 20th Legislative Assembly have placed their trust in me to be the next Premier of the Northwest Territories. Excited to lead our territory at such a critical time, I look toward the next four years with hope, confidence, and urgency to get things done.

The application deadline to showcase your artwork at the PWNHC has been extended

The Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre (PWNHC) is accepting submissions from NWT artists, craftspeople, curators, and groups to display their art in the Mezzanine Gallery art exhibit space in 2024.

The deadline for applications is January 15, 2024.

Submissions are evaluated by the Art Selection Committee, which is made up of PWNHC staff and community members. The PWNHC will pay artists a standard exhibition fee and cover shipping expenses.

Join a Social Assistance Appeal Committee in your region

The Government of the Northwest Territories is seeking individuals from all regions to join Social Assistance Appeal Committees for three-year terms.

There are six regional Committees in the Northwest Territories. The Committees hear appeals from clients who disagree with decisions made by program staff regarding the Income Assistance program.

The Committees operate under the authority of the Social Assistance Act and may affirm, reverse, or vary a decision.

Apply with your resume and a one-page letter of interest to:

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