Premier Caroline Cochrane reacts to the announcement by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau that Canada will declare Monday, September 19, 2022 a holiday for federal employees:
“The Northwest Territories will not be making September 19, 2022 a statutory holiday, or a holiday for public service employees. All government offices and service locations will be open for business as usual.
Premier Cochrane issued the following statement on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II:
“I, along with residents of the Northwest Territories, am saddened to hear of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
“For 70 years, Her Majesty dedicated her life to making the world a better place. By devoting Herself to a life of service, she helped raise millions of dollars to support over 600 charities, military associations and public service organizations around the world.
The attached is being distributed on behalf of the Government of Yukon, Government of Nunavut, and the Government of the Northwest Territories.
It’s mining week in the Northwest Territories (NWT). The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is joining with the NWT and Nunavut Chamber of Mines, and the NWT’s mining community to celebrate the importance of mineral exploration and development to our economy, our communities and our people.
Minister of Industry, Tourism and Investment, Caroline Wawzonek, released the following statement:
Minister of Justice, R.J. Simpson, joins the RCMP in the Northwest Territories in welcoming its new Commanding Officer of “G” Division, Chief Superintendent Sydney (Syd) Lecky:
Julie Green, Minister of Health and Social Services, issued the following statement on the shortages of physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses and allied health professionals that have led to service reductions or closures throughout the Northwest Territories:
The following media statement was issued by Diane Archie, Deputy Premier and Minister of Infrastructure, and Caroline Wawzonek, Minister of Industry, Tourism and Investment, on their participation in the Arctic Development Expo.
“This week researchers, Indigenous leaders, circumpolar governments, scientists, and industry experts gathered in Inuvik for the Arctic Development Expo. This annual event takes place in Inuvik to encourage collaboration that enhances circumpolar life and creates innovative solutions for challenges that face northern communities.
Minister of Health and Social Services, Julie Green, provided the following statement on the 2021 Office of the Auditor General of Canada’s Report on Addictions Prevention and Recovery Services in the Northwest Territories.
Premier Caroline Cochrane issued the following statement on the passing of former Commissioner Daniel Marion:
“I was sad to hear about the passing of Daniel Marion, former Commissioner to the Northwest Territories. Mr. Marion dedicated his life to improving the lives of residents in the Northwest Territories, supporting economic growth, and giving his time to make the communities he lived in a better place for everyone.
Premier Caroline Cochrane and Shane Thompson, Minister of Municipal and Community Affairs, issued the following statement on behalf of Cabinet concerning the current flooding in Hay River and Kátł’odeeche First Nation:
