YELLOWKNIFE (March 26, 2015) – The Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment (ITI) invites residents of the Northwest Territories (NWT) to provide input into the development of the NWT Oil and Gas Strategy through an online survey.

“The NWT Oil and Gas Strategy will provide a plan to develop the territory’s vast petroleum resources in a safe and responsible manner while encouraging lasting economic growth and opportunities for the people of the NWT,” said ITI Minister David Ramsay.  “To ensure the priorities of all communities are reflected, I encourage the public to provide their input and help us shape the future of the petroleum industry in this territory.”

The NWT Oil and Gas Strategy is expected to be released in July 2015.  The online survey is available until April 30, 2015 at http://www.iti.gov.nt.ca/infopage/nwt-oil-and-gas-strategy

The development of an NWT Oil and Gas Strategy will help to diversify and strengthen the NWT economy, a key priority of the 17th Legislative Assembly.

Media inquiries:

Drew Williams
Manager, Public Affairs and Communications
Industry, Tourism and Investment
Government of the Northwest Territories
Tel: (867) 920-8696
Email: drew_williams@gov.nt.ca