March is Nutrition Month! The link between food and good health cannot be underestimated. 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 prevent illness, manage weight, and promote overall well being.
This Nutrition Month, practice healthy eating by:
Have your say on proposed amendments to the Summary Conviction Procedures Regulations related to the misuse of electronic logging devices (ELDs).
The use of ELDs became mandatory in 2023 to monitor the driving and rest times of drivers operating large commercial vehicles, replacing the paper log system where logbooks are filled out by hand and kept in the vehicle. The Summary Conviction Procedures Regulations must now be amended to outline conviction procedures for the misuse of ELDs.
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) has released an updated Northwest Territories Hazard Identification Risk Assessment (HIRA), which provides an examination of the risks that pose the greatest threat to the people, property, environment, and economy of the Northwest Territories (NWT).
This assessment is a critical part of the GNWT’s emergency management program. Identified hazards will be considered when developing territorial preparedness programs, mitigation strategies, emergency response plan exercises, and training and awareness programs.
‘Waterways: Works from the Museum Art Collection’ is a new exhibit that showcases artwork from the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre's collection. The exhibit features artwork that highlights the significance of water for people living in the North and illustrates how water is used for transportation, recreation, and harvesting. Through painting, print, and sculpture, this exhibit takes visitors on a journey through the waters of the Northwest Territories.
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) has released updated NWT Colorectal Cancer Screening Guidelines.
Key Recommendations in the Guidelines include:
Have your say on the Development Plan for the Fort Simpson Public Airport.
The purpose of a Development Plan is to guide airport development and promote growth. The Plan provides recommendations, analyses, and policies for future development at the airport, typically for a 20-year period with updates every five year. The Plan also provides information on changing demographics, economics, and other areas of consideration.
Residents are invited to learn about the proposed Development Plan updates by attending the following public meeting:
The Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) assists family members or close friends in becoming legal guardians of individuals 18-plus years of age who are unable to make decisions about their personal care or health care. If an individual has no family members or friends willing, suitable, or able to act as a guardian, the Public Guardian can take on that role.
To address immediate office space issues, as of March 1, 2024, the OPG is temporarily relocating to the 7th Floor of the Centre Square Tower.
The temporary new address is:
Municipal and Community Affairs (MACA) Minister Vince McKay honoured 2022 and 2023 Northwest Territories (NWT) Outstanding Volunteer Awards recipients during a ceremony in Yellowknife on February 29, 2024. These annual awards provide an opportunity to show appreciation to volunteers and volunteer organizations for their outstanding contributions in communities across the territory.
Recipients of the 2022 NWT Outstanding Volunteer Awards are:
Have your say on how the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) can best support residents during future evacuations.
The Evacuee Travel Support Program (ETSP) and the Evacuee Income Disruption Support Program (EIDS) provided financial assistance to residents of the Northwest Territories during multiple evacuation events in the spring and summer of 2023. Both programs were created as the need was identified and administered by the Department of Finance throughout the evacuation events.
The Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) assists family members or close friends in becoming legal guardians of individuals 18-plus years of age who are unable to make decisions about their personal care or health care. If an individual has no family members or friends willing, suitable, or able to act as a guardian, the Public Guardian can take on that role.
To address immediate office space issues, as of March 1, 2024, the OPG is temporarily relocating to the 7th Floor of the Centre Square Tower.
The temporary new address is:
