The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is launching a new awareness campaign for National Impaired Driving Prevention Week (March 17-23) and Distracted Driving Month (April) to remind northerners of the dangers of impaired and distracted driving.
The Risks of Impaired and Distracted Driving
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) reminds all eligible organizations that applications for the 2025 Anti-Poverty Fund are still being accepted until March 14 2025. This $1.75 million fund supports initiatives aimed at reducing poverty and building stronger communities across the NWT.
Who Can Apply:
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) and the Northwest Territories Health and Social Services (NTHSSA) is recommending residents with non-urgent dental travel plans review their dental appointments and plan for a later date if they do not already have confirmation of accommodations for their travel. This recommendation is due to extremely limited accommodations in Yellowknife, which is a trend we are seeing more across the city, but especially common this time of year with enhanced travel and tourism.
March is Nutrition Month! This year’s theme is Nourish to Flourish. The link between food and personal health cannot be underestimated, and it includes the connection between food and overall wellbeing, mental health, emotional resilience and social connections.
Registered dietitians play a vital role in nutrition guidance that supports the unique needs of NWT residents. Eating a variety of healthy food each day helps to manage weight, prevent illness, and promote overall wellbeing.
This Nutrition Month, practice healthy eating by:
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is increasing fees in regulations by approximately 4% starting April 1, 2025, to reflect rising inflation. This routine adjustment will affect Real Estate Agents, Real Estate Salespersons, Business Licences, Vendors, Direct Sellers, Collection Agencies, and Plan Reviews.
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is adjusting select fees within the Health and Social Services (HSS) system to reflect inflation and align with broader fiscal sustainability goals outlined in the Restoring Balance strategy.
What You Need to Know:
The Northwest Territories Nominee Program application intake period will open at 9am MT on February 27, 2025 and close at 5pm MT on March 6, 2025. Eligible individuals can apply online on the Northwest Territories Nominee Program website.
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The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) is taking concrete steps to enhance its support for the non-profit and charitable sector, recognizing the essential role these organizations play in delivering critical programs and services to NWT residents.
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) wants to hear from you about an application from Collège Nordique Francophone to offer two new programs: a Public Relations Diploma program and a Business Administration Practices Certificate program. If approved, these programs will start in September 2025.
