Thank you, I am pleased to see you all here today. I am looking forward to a good discussion about the growing importance of the Arctic at the international level and what that means for Canada as a nation and as a global actor on the geopolitical stage.
Newsroom
July 26, 2019
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
Yellowknife –
June 5, 2019
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
The Government of the Northwest Territories committed in our mandate to advance a number of renewable and alternative energy solutions to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels and lower the cost of living.
Yellowknife –
June 5, 2019
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the athletes, coaches, chaperones and most importantly all the volunteers who are making their way to Hay River for the annual Northwest Territories Track and Field Championships.
Yellowknife –
June 3, 2019
News Releases
Glen Abernethy, Minister of Health and Social Services announced this year’s recipients of $400,000 to support health promotion and prevention activities Through the Healthy Choices Fund.
Backgrounder:
Yellowknife –
May 31, 2019
Media Statement
Minister Responsible for Persons with Disabilities, Glen Abernethy, congratulated recipients of the 2019 NWT Disability Awareness Awards presented as part of the annual Disability Awareness Tea today in the Great Hall of the Legislative Assembly.
Backgrounder:
Yellowknife –
May 30, 2019
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
I would like to take this opportunity to recognize the World Health Organization’s World No Tobacco Day which is tomorrow, on May 31, 2019. This day provides us with an opportunity to acknowledge the efforts the Government of the Northwest Territories is taking to promote the prevention of tobac
Yellowknife –
May 29, 2019
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
Mr. Speaker, the Northwest Territories Housing Corporation has worked hard to meet the commitments made by this Government to advance affordable housing and address homelessness during the 18th Legislative Assembly.
Yellowknife –
May 29, 2019
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
Mr. Speaker, our government committed in its mandate to pursue innovative ways to prevent and reduce crime.
Yellowknife –
May 29, 2019
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
Mr. Speaker, June is Senior Citizens’ Month. As the Minister Responsible for Seniors, I want to encourage all Northerners to join me in recognizing and celebrating the valuable contributions that Seniors and Elders make within our families and communities.
Yellowknife –
May 27, 2019
Ministers' Statements and Speeches
Mr. Speaker, the Government of the Northwest Territories made a mandate commitment to develop a territorial climate change strategy that takes into account Northern energy demands and the cost of living, while reflecting international and national commitments to lower greenhouse gas emissions.