Premier R.J. Simpson extends his deepest condolences to all those affected by the tragic events at the Lapu Lapu Day Filipino street festival in Vancouver.
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Hay River –
April 27, 2025
Media Statement
Yellowknife –
April 23, 2025
Media Statement
Minister of Infrastructure Vince McKay issued the following statement on the successful completion of the Government of the Northwest Territories’ (GNWT) 2025 winter fuel resupply program:
Yellowknife –
April 23, 2025
Media Statement
The illicit drug landscape is changing rapidly—here in the Northwest Territories and around the world.
Yellowknife –
April 22, 2025
Media Statement
“Today, we join people around the world in celebrating Earth Day under the theme ‘Our Power, Our Planet.’ This year’s theme is a powerful reminder of our shared responsibility to protect the environment, build resilience, and move toward a cleaner energy future.
Yellowknife –
April 8, 2025
Media Statement
Premier R.J. Simpson extends his deepest condolences on the passing of Ted Blondin, a respected Elder from the Tłı̨chǫ Region whose lifelong dedication to his people leaves an enduring legacy across the Northwest Territories.
Yellowknife –
April 7, 2025
Media Statement
Minister Vince McKay issued the following statement regarding CN Rail's decision to not repair the section of damaged rail line between Enterprise and Hay River:
Yellowknife –
March 17, 2025
Media Statement
Premier R.J. Simpson issued the following statement today in response to Prime Minister Mark Carney’s upcoming visit to Iqaluit, Nunavut, as his first domestic trip as Prime Minister:
Yellowknife –
March 11, 2025
Media Statement
Minister of Health and Social Services, Lesa Semmler, issued the following statement today regarding the court approved plan for tobacco compensation:
Yellowknife –
March 6, 2025
Media Statement
Premier R.J. Simpson issued the following statement today in response to the Government of Canada’s announcement of new military investments in the North:
Yellowknife –
March 4, 2025
Media Statement
Premier Simpson issued the following statement today in response to the latest round of tariffs imposed by the Trump administration and the Canadian government’s newly announced countermeasures: