YELLOWKNIFE (March 15, 2013) – The world is taking notice of the Northwest Territories’ mineral potential, with the territory ranking 29th most attractive jurisdiction for mineral exploration and development in the world and the best overall improvement in Canada accordin
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March 15, 2013
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March 11, 2013
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
(March 11, 2013) - Mr. Speaker, sustainable agricultural initiatives play a key role in lowering the cost of living across the Territory and diversifying our economy.
March 6, 2013
News Releases
YELLOWKNIFE (March 6, 2013) The deadline to provide written submissions on the NWT Economic Opportunities Strategy has been extended to March 31. NWT residents and organizations can submit their feedback on the economic opportunities and barriers they see in their communities and re
March 5, 2013
News Releases
TORONTO (March 5, 2013) – Premier Bob McLeod is in Ontario this week to promote the Northwest Territories model of ensuring Aboriginal participation in the economy, especially resource development.
February 28, 2013
News Releases
YELLOWKNIFE (February 28, 2013) – Business owners across the Northwest Territories were honoured for their achievements at the inaugural Frozen Globe Awards, held last week by Up Here Business magazine with support from the Department
February 27, 2013
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
(February 27, 2013) - Mr. Speaker, tourism is a vital industry here in the Northwest Territories. It is our largest renewable industry and attracted close to 70,000 visitors and over $100 million in new spending last year.
February 25, 2013
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
(February 25, 2013) - Good evening ladies and gentlemen. I'll try to keep my remarks brief. After all, it's said that most speakers need no introduction. What they need is a conclusion.
February 25, 2013
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
(February 25, 2013) - Mr. Speaker, oil and gas development has the potential to grow and diversify the Northwest Territories economy, a key priority of this Government.
February 25, 2013
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
(February 25, 2013) - Ladies and Gentlemen, it is a distinct honour for me to be here tonight among this exceptional community of northerners as part of this premiere signature event - and to celebrate everything that is so exciting about the Northern business community.
February 21, 2013
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
(February 21, 2013) - Mr. Speaker, consistently investing in parks infrastructure is essential to strengthen and diversify our economy.