August 30, 2011 - As a result of his extensive research and field work in the Northwest Territories (NWT), Carleton University PhD candidate Mr. Thomas Mumford has been awarded the prestigious W. Garfield Weston Award of Northern Research.
August 29, 2011 - Premier Floyd Roland says the Prime Minister’s quick actions, last week to confirm ongoing operation of water-quality monitoring stations in the Northwest Territories demonstrate Canada’s commitment to working in partnership with the NWT – and in the true spirit and intent of Devolution.
August 26, 2011 - On today's show: We’re at the Arctic Ungulate conference in Yellowknife. Learn about caribou, moose, muskoxen and reindeer.
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August 26, 2011 - The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) opened its new Data Centre today. Minister Responsible for Public Works and Services Michael McLeod, officially cut the ribbon on the new facility this afternoon.
August 26, 2011 - In a statement to the House, Minister responsible for the Workers Safety and Compensation Commission Robert McLeod announced the appointment of a new President and CEO.
The Workers’ Safety and Compensation Commission’s mission is to promote workplace safety and care for injured workers. This mission is more than a statement. It is the foundation for Commission employees’ work; building on the belief that through prevention, we can eliminate workplace injuries.
August 26, 2011 - The Minister of Human Resources Bob McLeod speaks on the improved services available through the tabled document 20/20: A Brilliant North, the NWT Public Service Strategic Plan.
August 25, 2011 - Canada’s Northern Premiers are welcoming today’s announcement by Prime Minister Stephen Harper to extend Territorial Health System Sustainability Initiative (THSSI) funding until March 31, 2014.
August 24, 2011 - Information released today by Statistics Canada indicates that the Yellowknife All-Items Consumer Price Index rose 3.4% from July 2010. By comparison, the annual price increase was 2.7% for Canada, 1.9% for Edmonton, and 3.1% for Whitehorse.
August 24, 2011 - After successful launches in Ontario, Quebec and universities nationwide, yesterday the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) will launch the next phase of the Come Make Your Mark national marketing campaign – this time in Atlantic Canada.
August 22, 2011 - Five Northwest Territories (NWT) residents and organizations were honoured this morning at the inaugural Minister’s Cultural Circle Award Ceremony. The event took place in the South Gallery of the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre, as a way of recognizing the important and lasting contributions of those dedicated to the arts and cultures of the North.
