Mr. Speaker, the government is committed to addressing health inequities experienced by our residents.
Newsroom
Yellowknife –
February 26, 2019
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
Yellowknife –
February 25, 2019
Public Service Announcement
The Minister of Health and Social Services has released the 2019 NWT Patient Experience Questionnaire. The Questionnaire is available in both print and online formats.
Yellowknife –
February 22, 2019
Public Service Announcement
Across Canada, March is Nutrition Month, and this year, dietitians are helping Canadians realize the potential for food to improve health, fuel activities, and bring people together.
Yellowknife –
February 21, 2019
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
Mr.
Yellowknife –
February 11, 2019
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
Mr. Speaker, we know that mental health and addictions issues are top of mind for many NWT residents and they are also priority area in the mandate of this Legislative Assembly.
Yellowknife –
February 7, 2019
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
Mr. Speaker, I would like to update Members on our government’s recent work on cannabis public education and community health engagement.
Ottawa –
January 22, 2019
News Releases
The opioid crisis continues to devastate individuals, families and communities across the country. Without increased access to effective, evidence-based treatment options, people will continue to be at risk for overdose.
Backgrounder:
Yellowknife –
November 9, 2018
News Releases
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) has released the Government of the Northwest Territories Disability Action Plan 2018/19-2021/22. The Action Plan identifies key activities the government is doing to improve support for NWT residents with disabilities.
Inuvik –
November 8, 2018
Public Service Announcement
The Health Service Adminsitration toll free line for is now working. NWT residents can call 1-800-661-0830 or email hsa@gov.nt.ca for questions regarding their health care cards or vital stats.
Inuvik –
November 7, 2018
Public Service Announcement
If you are having difficulty reaching any person through the Health Service Administration Office’s toll-free number it is due to phone system issues at the facility. These issues include a lack of all voicemail services and issues with the toll-free number being busy.