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Hay River – August 6, 2026
News Releases

Premier Simpson assumes Chair of Council of the Federation

Northwest Territories Premier R.J. Simpson has officially assumed the Chair of the Council of the Federation, taking over the role from Prince Edward Island Premier Robert Lantz.
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Yellowknife – June 8, 2026
Media Statement

Premier R.J. Simpson and Minister Caroline Wawzonek respond to the signing of the Mackenzie Valley Highway Memorandum of Understanding by Sahtu Secretariat Incorporated, Gwich’in Tribal Council, and Pehdzéh Kı̨ First Nation

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Yellowknife – March 16, 2026
News Releases

Premier Simpson Creates New Senior Economic Leadership Role to Guide Northwest Territories Growth

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February 4, 2026
Ministers' Statements and Speeches

R.J. Simpson: Sessional Statement

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Mr. Speaker, we gather today at a significant moment for our territory and for our country. It is a moment of change and uncertainty, but for the Northwest Territories, it is also a moment of opportunity.
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Yellowknife – February 4, 2026
News Releases

Premier Simpson shares his second Territorial Address

Watch the full video of the Territorial Address on YouTube
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Yellowknife – February 4, 2026
Ministers' Statements and Speeches

Premier Simpson 2026 Territorial Address

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