“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.
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Yellowknife –
April 22, 2025
Media Statement
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:
March 4, 2025
Media Statement
Minister Caitlin Cleveland issued the following statement today regarding the Government of Canada’s extension of the Mineral Exploration Tax Credit (METC) and its impact on the North:
February 28, 2025
Media Statement
Minister Cleveland issued the following statement today regarding the Northwest Territories’ upcoming participation at the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) convention:
Yellowknife –
February 26, 2025
Media Statement
Today, Minister of Education, Culture and Employment Caitlin Cleveland issued the following statement for Pink Shirt Day: