A contract for 84 new housing units has been awarded to Arcan Construction Ltd., working with METCAN Building Solutions, an NWT manufacturer that builds homes in Hay River, Northwest Territories.

This milestone reflects Housing NWT’s commitment to address urgent housing needs across the territory, while also supporting the NWT economy. This contract represents a portion of the 98 planned units across nine communities.

Last week, the Northwest Territories Council of Leaders (NWTCOL), which brings together Indigenous governments and the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT), concluded a successful second federal engagement in Ottawa, strengthening Northern partnerships and advancing shared priorities with the Government of Canada.

Premier R.J. Simpson was presented with a beaded carry belt, made in 1967 as part of the Northwest Territories’ centennial celebrations, by Métis leader Tony Belcourt in Ottawa this week—marking the return of a significant piece of memorabilia and the closing of a story that showcases the resilience and unique political history of the Northwest Territories.

The Tłı̨chǫ Government (TG), Yellowknives Dene First Nation (YKDFN), and Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) are working together to support workers, businesses, and communities affected by recent changes in the diamond mining sector — while laying the foundation for a more diverse resource economy.

Honourable Lucy Kuptana, Minister Responsible for Housing NWT and Status of Women, joined Member for Sahtu Danny McNeely on a four-day constituency tour of the Sahtu region. Held from September 10-13, 2025, the tour included visits to Norman Wells, Fort Good Hope and Tulita to hear community housing needs directly from residents.

After several seasons of major floods and wildfires, the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is outlining the actions underway to strengthen emergency response and better protect residents and communities.

The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is now accepting new applications for the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Program (EVIP). This funding supports the installation of EV charging stations in public places, workplaces, multi-unit residential buildings, and for light-duty fleet use across the Northwest Territories.

Housing NWT has released its second update on the progress of the Housing NWT Renewal Strategy. This marks an important step in its commitment to increasing access to affordable housing for Northwest Territories (NWT) residents and making more homes for Northerners.

Since the launch of its renewed mandate in 2022, Housing NWT has completed 31 of the 42 actions. Eight actions are still in progress, and three are ongoing. Housing NWT is pleased to report that all actions are expected to be completed during the 20th Legislative Assembly.

The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) has released the 2024 Northwest Territories Forest Health Report. The report offers a comprehensive overview of forest health conditions throughout the territory. It highlights the significant impacts of prolonged drought and notes a general decline in forest insect and disease activity compared to previous years.

Premier R.J. Simpson and Minister Caroline Wawzonek were in Ottawa this week for a series of meetings and events aimed at advancing the Northwest Territories’ (NWT) top priorities with federal leaders and keeping Northern issues at the forefront of the national conversation.