Mr. Speaker, in the Northwest Territories, responsible resource development is at the core of who we are. It drives our economy, has generated billions in opportunities for northern and Indigenous-owned businesses and provides thousands of jobs to residents.
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Good morning everyone and thank you for the opportunity to speak to you today about LNG potential in the Northwest Territories.
Gates will swing open at most parks across the Northwest Territories this week as camping season officially gets underway.
Last month, a report from expert Canadian scientists showed that Canada is warming at twice the global rate and that the North is warming at three times the global rate. People in the Northwest Territories are feeling the impacts of climate change in their communities.
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Good afternoon and thank you for inviting me to speak to you today during the 43rd AGM Luncheon.
Economic diversification and job creation are key to ensuring a strong and resilient economy in the North. This is why the Government of Canada is investing $2.7M in nine economic development projects in the Northwest Territories (NWT).
Minister Schumann delivered the following keynote speech via video-conference at an event hosted by Carleton University:
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Good morning everyone.
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) has taken action to support its mineral exploration sector by extending a successful program for two years.
The Government of the Northwest Territoires (GNWT) has announced that three communities will get funding for Coordinators who will be responsible for working on key tourism projects.
Mr. Speaker, with the conclusion of the seventh annual Dead North Film Festival this past weekend, it is appropriate that I speak today on our vibrant film industry and its growing importance to our economy.