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Yellowknife – October 31, 2025
Ministers' Statements and Speeches

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Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to update you on progress made by the Government of the Northwest Territories' Sector Support Initiative for Non-Governmental Organizations.

October 14, 2025
News Releases

Last week, the Northwest Territories Council of Leaders (NWTCOL), which brings together Indigenous governments and the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT), concluded a successful second federal engagement in Ottawa, strengthening Northern partnerships and advancing shared priorities wi

Yellowknife – September 11, 2025
News Releases

Premier R.J. Simpson and Minister Caroline Wawzonek respond to the first announcement of Projects of National Interest.

Inuvik – September 5, 2025
News Releases

Premier RJ Simpson, along with Ministers Lesa Semmler, Vince McKay, and senior government officials, joined MLA for Nunakput and Minister of Housing NWT and Status of Women, Lucy Kuptana, on a four-day constituency tour of the Nunakput region.

Hay River – August 12, 2025
Media Statement

Premier R.J. Simpson issued the following statement today to mark the 20th anniversary of the Tłı̨chǫ Government:

Yellowknife – February 19, 2025
Public Service Announcement

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.

Yellowknife – February 4, 2025
News Releases

The Government of the Northwest Territories announced mandate highlights today in the first Premier’s Territorial Address.

Yellowknife – February 4, 2025
Ministers' Statements and Speeches

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Good afternoon, and thank you for attending the first Premier’s Territorial Address.