Today, the order declaring that the community of Tsiigehtchic is under Administration is in effect. This order will remain in effect until it is repealed at a date to be determined.
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Ministerial Travel
Please note that travel schedules may change with little or no notice. This schedule is accurate as of July 17, 2023.
Environment and Climate Change Minister Shane Thompson issued the following statement today following the tragic death of a Fort Liard firefighter near the community on July 15, 2023:
Effective immediately and until further notice, a fire ban is in effect for Hidden Lake Territorial Park.
Paddlers and campers are advised to use only camp stoves for cooking.
Due to current weather conditions, the Town of Hay River has banned open air fires within municipal boundaries.
Effective immediately and until further notice, a fire ban is now also in place for the Hay River Territorial Park and campground.
The attached is being distributed on behalf of the Council of the Federation.
The attached is being distributed on behalf of the Council of the Federation.
The Department of Municipal and Community Affairs is now accepting applications for the 2023-2024 Northwest Territories (NWT) Youth Ambassadors Program. The program provides NWT youth with opportunities to build leadership skills through participation at special events and volunteer assignments.
Ministerial Travel
Please note that travel schedules may change with little or no notice. This schedule is accurate as of July 10, 2023.
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) has announced the 2023 adjustment to minimum wage in the Northwest Territories (NWT).