Minister of Education, Culture and Employment Caitlin Cleveland issued the following statement today in response to the latest drinking water test results from NWT schools:

“As a parent, a lifelong resident of the Northwest Territories, and the Minister of Education, Culture and Employment, I remain deeply concerned by the test results showing elevated lead levels in drinking water fixtures at schools in our territory.

Premier R. J. Simpson and Minister Caroline Wawzonek issued the following statements today in response to the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding between the Tłı̨chǫ Government and the Yellowknives Dene First Nation to advance the Arctic Economic and Security Corridor (AESC).

Premier R. J. Simpson

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

Northwest Territories Premier R. J. Simpson issued the following statement today on the success of the Committee on Internal Trade:

“Yesterday, ministers from across Canada gathered in Yellowknife for the ninth Committee on Internal Trade meeting of 2025. This has been a year when strengthening our domestic market has never been more important. In a time of global uncertainty and real pressure on supply chains, governments have been working together with a renewed sense of urgency to reduce barriers, lower costs, and create new opportunities for workers and businesses.

Northwest Territories Premier R.J. Simpson issued the following statement today on the election of John Main:

“On behalf of the Government of the Northwest Territories, I extend my sincere congratulations to John Main, whom the members of the Nunavut Legislative Assembly have chosen as their new Premier-elect.

Lesa Semmler, Minister of Health and Social Services, released a media statement announcing the approved Infrastructure projects for 2026-2027.

“As Minister of Health and Social Services, I am happy that the Government of the Northwest Territories is moving forward with a series of health infrastructure projects that will improve access to care and support wellness in communities across our territory. In 2026–2027, the GNWT will invest over $37 million in health and social services capital projects, including new construction, upgrades, and equipment replacement.

Caroline Wawzonek, Minister of Strategic Infrastructure, Energy and Supply Chains, issued the following statement in response to the federal government’s announcement of the next list of Projects of National Interest:

Northwest Territories Premier R.J. Simpson says Budget 2025 includes important investments that align with Northern priorities. New federal commitments for infrastructure, health care, critical minerals, and Arctic security will help advance community well-being, strengthen sovereignty, and unlock economic opportunities across the Northwest Territories.

Premier R.J. Simpson issued the following statement today on the election of Currie Dixon:

“On behalf of the Government of the Northwest Territories, I extend my sincere congratulations to Currie Dixon, who Yukoners have chosen as their new Premier-elect.

“After carefully reviewing our options, the Government of the Northwest Territories is seeking an injunction pausing the discontinuance process and was recently granted a leave to appeal to the Canadian Transportation Agency’s (CTA) decision to dismiss our complaint regarding the Meander River Subdivision rail line.