YELLOWKNIFE (September 27, 2016) – The NWT Trapper Recognition Program recognizes the hard work NWT trappers put into their craft and the well-earned contribution they bring to the economy. The Department of Environment and Natural Resources would like to congratulate the 2015-2016 NWT trapper award winners.
Awards are given out to the top trapper in each region for four categories:
YELLOWKNIFE (September 19, 2016) The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) will issue a live test of NWT Alert Ready, the public alerting system for the Northwest Territories, on September 21, 2016 at 9:55am,
Residents may see and hear the public alert test on radio stations and cable networks across the NWT.
YELLOWKNIFE (September 15, 2016) - NWT Parks close for the season on September 15, but this year campers will have access to Blackstone Territorial Park until October 15.
The extended season for the Dehcho Region Park is a trial run to gauge interest and demand. Aurora viewers and hunters are expected to make up the majority of visitors during the extended season at Blackstone Territorial Park.
End of NWT Park Season
YELLOWKNIFE (September 12, 2016) – The Department of Environment and Natural Resources advises access to the Ptarmigan Mine will be restricted this fall because of work being carried out at the site.
A contractor will be conducting an environmental assessment to determine the extent of contamination at the Ptarmigan Mine site. The work will be carried out during September and October.
Similar work is also being done at the Tom, Crestaurum, Tin and Burwash Mine sites.
YELLOWKNIFE (September 9, 2016) – A 2016 survey of the Mackenzie bison population indicates a slight increase in the number of animals with an estimate of 850 in 2016 compared to the estimate of 700 in 2013.
The survey was conducted by Environment and Natural Resources staff and five observers from Fort Providence between February 20 and March 6, 2016. Weather conditions ranged from good to excellent for counting wildlife from the air.
The next population survey for the Mackenzie bison population is planned for 2019.
YELLOWKNIFE (September 7, 2016) – The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Leadership Council, which governs the affairs of the Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority, is holding a board meeting.
Meetings of the board are open to the public. The meeting will be held at the Explorer Hotel – Janvier Room in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories on September 12, 2015 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Members of the public can attend in person or via teleconference (details below).
YELLOWKNIFE (September 2, 2016) - Minister of Health and Social Services Glen Abernethy issued the following update regarding an external investigation into a critical incident:
“As committed last week, I am pleased to provide additional details regarding an external investigation. I would like to announce that Dr. Marlyn Cook will be conducting a critical incident investigation. I am confident in Dr. Cook’s abilities to provide a complete and fair investigation.”
YELLOWKNIFE (August 31, 2016) – The Department of Health and Social Services is seeking public feedback on the Northwest Territories (NWT) health care system in the form of a patient experience questionnaire.
The 10-minute questionnaire is now available online at www.hss.gov.nt.ca, or at any health care facility across the NWT until October 15, 2016.
Please take the time to submit feedback on patient services you have received and help make a difference in the NWT health care system.
YELLOWKNIFE (May 6, 2016) - A targeted Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) marketing initiative is putting 30,000 pocket-sized guides to NWT parks and campgrounds into the hands of identified Alberta RV-ers and campers this week.
With a downswing in the economy and the lower Canadian dollar, it is anticipated that many Albertans will opt for road holidays within Canada this summer. The NWT’s world-class parks and campgrounds offer a unique and attractive holiday destination.
YELLOWKNIFE (August 27, 2013) — Canada's energy and mines ministers today agreed to continue critical work to enhance Canada's position as a global energy and mining leader. The meeting was co-chaired by the Honourable Joe Oliver, Canada’s Minister of Natural Resources, and the Honourable David Ramsay, Northwest Territories’ Minister of Industry, Tourism and Investment.
